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Kambi Group plc and JVH gaming & entertainment group sign long-term partnership

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5 years ago

January 4, 2021

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Agreement with largest casino operator in The Netherlands paves way for Dutch online launch on the passage of enabling legislation

Kambi Group plc, the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has agreed a multi-year partnership with the leading private casino operator in The Netherlands, JVH gaming & entertainment group (JVH group).

JVH group plans to harness Kambi’s high-performance sportsbook and powerful suite of front-end and price differentiation tools to launch its online sports betting offering in the Dutch market. This is anticipated for H2 2021 pending enabling legislation and corresponding regulatory approvals.

The foremost casino operator in The Netherlands, JVH group currently welcomes well over four million guest visits every year across more than 80 properties under brands including Jack’s Casino and Flash Casinos. JVH group intends to enter the online gaming market upon regulation, with an engaging sports betting offer as a crucial component.

Kristian Nylén, CEO, Kambi, said: “We are very pleased to have put pen to paper on our partnership with JVH group, an agreement which positions both parties to fully capitalize on the forthcoming regulation of the Dutch online sports betting market.

“JVH’s reach in The Netherlands’ land-based casino sector is unmatched, and Kambi’s digital expertise will enable them to accelerate their growth with a market-leading online sports betting offer.”

Eric Olders, CEO & Chairman of JVH group, said: “This partnership marks an important strategic milestone for the company and entry into a new phase, with the aim of building on our casino business with the launch of a premium online sports betting product as we finally go digital.

“In Kambi, we are confident that we have found a trusted partner that shares our goal of providing players with engaging, innovative sports betting experiences, and we look forward to working closely with them as we deliver on our digital ambitions.“

Ahmed Baker Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games

INCENTIVE GAMES LAUNCHES REAL-MONEY GAMES WITH NOVIBET IN BRAZIL

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1 hour ago

April 28, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Leading B2B games provider Incentive Games, through its real-money gaming division Incentive Studios, has expanded its partnership with leading GameTech operator Novibet with the launch of three real-money titles in Brazil, further strengthening its presence in Latin America.

The partnership has seen three of Incentive Studios’ titles, Mega Flight, Kicker and Velocity, go live on Novibet’s platform on 8 April, further enhancing the operators’ real-money gaming offering.

Novibet is recognised for its commitment to delivering a seamless sportsbook and casino experience across multiple regulated markets, including a growing footprint in Latin America. The integration of Incentive Studios’ innovative, high-energy crash and arcade titles further supports this strategy, adding engaging content tailored for modern players.

Ahmed Baker, Chief Commercial Officer at Incentive Games, said of the partnership, “Novibet is an operator with a clear focus on delivering high-quality digital gaming experiences across regulated markets. We’re incredibly proud to see three of our real-money games go live in Brazil, and even more so to have worked so closely with their incredible team to make the launch a success. Brazil is an important market for us, and this is a great step forward in our continued growth across the region.”

Nick Bachas, Chief Strategic Partnerships & Project Officer at Novibet said, “Incentive Games brings a fresh and engaging approach to real-money gaming, and the addition of these titles enhances our offering with dynamic content that appeals to a broad range of players. Brazil continues to be a key focus for us, and this launch is another step in expanding Novibet’s portfolio with innovative experiences.”

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PokerStars sets $50m+ guaranteed Anniversary Series for May 10–June 3

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15 hours ago

April 27, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Online festival spans 461 tournaments and includes three Main Events on May 24 plus a $500,000 GTD Sunday Storm PKO final on May 10.

PokerStars will run an online Anniversary Series with more than $50m in guarantees from May 10 to June 3, 2026, the operator said on April 27. The schedule includes 461 tournaments and is positioned to mark PokerStars’ 25th anniversary, alongside the 15-year milestone for Sunday Storm.

The festival’s buy-ins range from $5.50 to $15,000, with qualifiers starting at $0.55, according to the company. PokerStars said it will also distribute more than $650,000 in Anniversary Series Lucky Dip tickets during the series.

PokerStars is headlining the series with three Main Events on May 24:

a $109 tournament with a $1.5m guarantee,
a $1,050 Main Event with a $2.5m guarantee,
and a $5,200 Main Event with a $2m guarantee.

Weekly Sunday events include Sunday Million, Sunday High Rollers, and Mystery Bounty specials, with Second Chance Main Events (PKO) scheduled for May 31.

The operator is also running a Sunday Storm 15th anniversary Progressive Knockout tournament with a $500,000 guarantee for an $11 buy-in. Phase 1 events are underway, with Phase 2 set for May 10.

“We’re proud to celebrate 25 years of PokerStars bringing big money poker tournaments safely to players around the world,” said Steve Clarricoats, Associate Director of Online Scheduling. “Putting $50 million up in guarantees shows our focus remains on bringing the best of PokerStars to more players in a variety of tournaments.”

More relevant data as follows:

PokerStars: https://www.pokerstars.com/ Official operator site for tournament schedule and eligibility by market.
PokerStars Blog: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/news/ Company’s news hub where the full Anniversary Series details and formats are typically published.
PokerStars Power Path: https://www.pokerstars.com/poker/promotions/power-path/ Source for information on the $0.50+ qualification routes referenced in the announcement.

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Alea shortlisted for two SBC Awards Europe categories

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15 hours ago

April 27, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The supplier is nominated for Game Aggregator of the Year and Employer of the Year ahead of SBC Summit Malta on April 29.

Alea has been named a finalist in two categories at the upcoming SBC Awards Europe: Game Aggregator of the Year and Employer of the Year. The company announced the nominations on April 28 from Barcelona.

Founder Alexandre Tomic said the double shortlisting reflects a link between product delivery and company culture. “If people don’t care about what they’re building, it shows immediately. In the product, in the details, everywhere. Reliability can’t be bolted on later, it’s a consequence of that care.”

“We’ve spent years building a team that takes ownership and holds a certain standard. Seeing both nominations together just tells me we’re doing something right.” Tomic added.

The news comes ahead of SBC Summit Malta, where Alea said Tomic and COO Ramon Glieneke will take part in conference sessions on April 29. Tomic is scheduled to appear on “Casino vs Sports: Can Gamification Truly Cross Over?” while Glieneke is due to join “The COO Horizon: Challenges and Opportunities in 2026/27.”

Alea said its wider team will be onsite throughout the summit at Booth D22.

More relevand data as follows:

SBC Awards: https://sbcevents.com/sbc-awards/ Primary source for the awards programme, categories and shortlisted companies.
SBC Summit Malta: https://sbcevents.com/sbc-summit-malta/ Event page for agenda context and verification of sessions and timing.
Alea: https://alea.com/ Company website for background on the supplier and its product offering.

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