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Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG) reports Q4 2020 revenues of €17.3 million and an EBITDA of €4.1 million.

Richard Brown, CEO of GiG comments: “2020 has seen some significant milestones accomplished in GiG’s journey to become a leading B2B platform and media supplier in the iGaming industry and the fourth quarter continued to demonstrate the results of actions taken through the year by delivering yearly growth in normalised revenues and EBITDA  by 19% and 212% respectively”.

Financial Highlights

  • Revenues in Q4 2020 were €17.3m (10.4), up 66% from Q4 2019, all organic growth
  • Normalised revenues were €14.2m (10.2), an increase of 38%
  • EBITDA in Q4 2020 was €4.1m (0.1), up 4431%, normalised EBITDA margin increased to 29.2% (0.9%)
  • For the full year 2020, normalised revenues was €52.2m (43.8) a 19% increase from 2019, with an EBITDA of €10.7m (3.4) a 212% increase from 2019
  • Revenues in Media Services improved to €9.0m (7.5) in Q4 2020, an increase of 20%,with an EBITDA of €4.3m (4.0)
  • Normalised revenues for Platform Services were €4.9m (4.2), up 19%, with a positive EBITDA of €0.2m (-1.4)
  • EBITDA for Sports Betting Services was €-0.3m (-1.8) an improvement of €1.5m, driven by a 78% reduction in operating expenses
  • To further expedite revenue generating activities, enhance future growth and strengthen the cash position, a €8.5m subordinated convertible loan was issued in December

Operational Highlights

  • The sales pipeline developed positively, and four new agreements were signed for Platform Services in the fourth quarter, adding to a total of 14 in 2020, whereof 4 is casino and sportsbook and 10 casino only
  • GiG’s platform went live with two clients in the fourth quarter, and the integration pipeline included 14 brands as of year end 2020
  • The strategic decision to remove the white-label business entered final phases and was a driver in the flat revenue QoQ but improved the EBITDA margin
  • Media Services experienced positive developments in the quarter, finishing off the year with all-time high revenues in December. Player intake was strong, with FTDs up 36% YoY and 9% QoQ
  • Sports Betting Services restructuring completed, placing Sports Betting Services in a sustainable position for growth and strategic partnerships
  • Restructuring completed with comparable operating expenses reduced by 25% YoY, the Company now have a sound cost base for operational improvement going forward

Events after Q4

  • Signed a long-term platform agreement with Playstar to support their entry into the expanding US iGaming market
  • Signed a LOI with an established German facing iGaming operator, for the provision of  platform technologies to power their new online casino.
  • Awarded ISO 27001:2021 certification for its frontend development solution and content management system
  • GiG Media delivered another all-time high in revenues in January corresponding with another all-time-high in FTD’s referred
  • One brand went live so far in 2021, with two additional expected in Q1-2021
  • January has developed positively and normalised revenues are up 40% compared to the same period last year

Investor presentation and webcast

CEO Richard Brown will present the Q4 2020 results today via livestream at 11:00 CET. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A-session, and investors, analysts and journalists are welcome to participate. The presentation will be given in English.

Link to the livestream:
https://www.redeye.se/events/803325/live-q-gaming-innovation-group-feb-23rd

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Avanti Studios signs live casino content deal with bet365

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Launch starts in Spain with Blackjack and other titles, with additional regulated markets planned.

Avanti Studios has signed an agreement with bet365 to launch its live casino content with the operator, starting in Spain.

Under the deal, bet365 will add a suite of Avanti games in Spain, including Blackjack, expanding its casino offer in the market beyond roulette. Avanti said its games are hosted by “lifelike digital clones” and designed to support localisation and scaling.

Avanti said the rollout will extend beyond Spain, with bet365 planning to introduce the supplier’s content in additional regulated markets over the coming months.

Jonas Delin, Co-Founder at Avanti Studios, said: “We’re very excited to be partnering with one of the industry’s leading operators in bet365. The deal will allow them to host new games like Blackjack in Spain.”

Clement Le Scanff, Head of Gaming – Commercial & Operations at bet365 said: “We’re pleased to partner with Avanti to bring innovative, differentiated content to Spain, enhancing our offering and introducing new entertainment experiences for our players.”

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Peter & Sons adds GR8 TECH to expand casino distribution

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The studio’s slot portfolio will be integrated into the GR8 Casino platform for access by GR8_TECH operator partners in regulated markets.

Peter & Sons has signed a distribution partnership with GR8_TECH to integrate its games into the GR8 Casino platform, extending reach across the platform provider’s operator network in regulated markets.

Under the agreement, GR8_TECH will add Peter & Sons’ portfolio to its casino offering, making the studio’s titles available to operators using GR8_TECH’s technology stack. Games referenced in the announcement include Barbarossa Dragon Empire, Ghostfather Awakened, Zombie Road, and Sand of Destiny.

Yann Bautista, Founder and Commercial Director at Peter & Sons, said: “Partnering with GR8_TECH represents another important step in expanding the reach of our portfolio across regulated markets. Their platform combines strong technology with a clear understanding of what modern casino operators are looking for, making them a very exciting partner for us. We’re looking forward to seeing our games introduced to new audiences through their growing network.”

Lusine Khudaverdyan, Head of Casino Business at GR8_TECH, said: “Excited to welcome Peter & Sons to our partner pool. They are genuine storytellers, creating incredibly immersive, cinematic worlds that players truly want to inhabit. By integrating their content, we provide our clients with bold, artistic experiences that satisfy a new generation of players craving high engagement and fresh aesthetics.”

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St8 cements Ontario content offering through latest partnership with RubyPlay

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Casino games aggregator and full-service technology provider St8 has partnered with RubyPlay to further expand its Ontario offering, adding the studio’s popular slot portfolio to its growing aggregation platform across the Canadian province.

As part of the agreement, operators in Ontario will gain access to a range of titles from across RubyPlay’s studio ecosystem, including content from RubyPlay Studio, Koala Games, Mad Hat Games and Firerose, through St8, with upcoming releases from Xslots also expected to go live through the platform. Standout games include J Mania® Lucky Pyggs, Mad Hit® Mr. Coin and Diamond Explosion® 7s SE. The integration strengthens St8’s content portfolio with a range of proven, high-performing slot titles tailored to the region.

RubyPlay has continued to grow its footprint across regulated jurisdictions through its studio-based ecosystem and tailored content strategy, earning key tier one recognition for developing high-performing games that resonate with players in key markets worldwide. The supplier’s games offering has proven appeal in Ontario, resonating well with local players in the region.

The partnership strengthens St8’s proposition in Ontario, a market that has quickly become a key part of the company’s growth strategy as it continues to establish itself as a leading technology provider around the globe.

David Fall, Business Development Manager at St8, said: “Partnering with RubyPlay in Ontario is an exciting addition to our growing content offering in North America.

“The supplier has built strong momentum across regulated markets through its engaging portfolio and player-focused approach, and we are delighted to bring its high-performing content from across its studio ecosystem to operators in Ontario through the St8 platform.”

Dima Reiderman, Chief Commercial Officer at RubyPlay, said: “Ontario is a market we have been focused on for some time, so teaming up with St8 feels like a natural step in our North American expansion.

“St8’s aggregation platform provides an excellent route for our diverse portfolio of content to reach more operators in Ontario. Through our studio ecosystem, we are able to deliver a broad range of experiences tailored to different audiences and market needs, making this partnership a strong fit for both companies”

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