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PlayStar names Per Hellberg as CEO

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4 years ago

March 8, 2021

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PlayStar, the challenger online casino brand set to make its New Jersey market debut later this year, has named industry heavyweight Per Hellberg as Chief Executive Officer.

Hellberg is an industry veteran with unrivalled corporate experience and success who most recently served as the CEO of affiliate powerhouse Catena Media.

Prior to joining Catena Media, he served as CEO and Chairman of Readly, taking the business from start-up and putting it on the path to being listed on the NASDAQ Stockholm.

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Hellberg’s industry experience is extensive; he joined Nordic Gaming Group (NordicBet) as Chief Marketing Officer in 2009 before being promoted to Chief Executive Officer just five months later.

Over the next three years the business grew significantly under his leadership before it was acquired by Betsson Group in 2012.

Hellberg will now spearhead PlayStar’s ambitious plans for the regulated US market, starting with its New Jersey debut with additional state launches planned for next year.

At the heart of PlayStar’s offering is the immersive experience that visitors receive each and every time they walk through the casino’s digital doors.

This will be achieved through personalisation, engagement and exemplary customer support that makes players feel like they are the star of the show at all times.

Per Hellberg, Chief Executive Officer of PlayStar, said: “I am delighted to join PlayStar as the team gets ready to launch into the New Jersey market later this year.

“In PlayStar I see a challenger brand that has what it takes, both in terms of product and management team, to become a major player in the US market as it continues to roll out.

“I also believe PlayStar presents a tremendous opportunity for investors looking to leverage the gigantic potential in the US market and I look forward to working closely with them as we grow the business.”

Adam Noble, Executive Vice President at PlayStar Casino, said: “It is a great time for Per to join PlayStar as we get ready to bring our concept to market and really start to build momentum behind the business.

“With Per’s expertise and experience in online gambling, his intimate knowledge of the affiliate space and of course corporate leadership, it’s the perfect time for Per to join and set the company up for success.”

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OddsMatrix boosts sportsbook offering with US micro-markets nVenue partnership

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25 minutes ago

March 10, 2025

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OddsMatrix, EveryMatrix’s tier-1 sportsbook platform and odds feeds service, has agreed terms with US micro-markets provider nVenue in a mutually beneficial product partnership.

OddsMatrix will integrate nVenue’s leading micro-markets products enabling its customers to access the US market’s most popular sports including American football, basketball, baseball, ice hockey and motorsport.

As part of the agreement, nVenue will integrate OddsMatrix’s Fast Markets into its data aggregation platform, with a focus on soccer, and distribute them to its well-established customers, including major operator brands and suppliers in the US and internationally.

OddsMatrix launched Fast Markets in time for the start of the 2023-24 soccer season, enabling operators to offer a range of real-time, instant betting options across a variety of individual game moments.

Fast Markets supply leading sportsbooks with a wide range of in-game, time-driven soccer betting options, providing brands with a further revenue stream across a range of top leagues.

Micro betting, popular in the regulated US sports betting market, is a high-frequency, low-price sports betting product. It is increasingly seen as a key driver to boosting in-play wagering across several sports, creating new opportunities for operators to differentiate, while attracting a new generation of customers who favour instant entertainment, both increasing player engagement and casual player spend.

Tor Skeie, CEO, OddsMatrix, said: “Micro betting is one of the fastest growing betting formats in North America so we’re delighted to be able to provide our customers with access to one of the most innovative products available via nVenue.

“Combining both technologies and offering our fast soccer markets to their customers was a no-brainer. We’ve aligned perfectly with the nVenue team ever since we began partnership discussions and we’re looking forward to seeing the results.”

Kelly Pracht, CEO and Co-Founder of nVenue, said: “Partnering with EveryMatrix represents a key company milestone for nVenue as we expand the global reach of our micro-betting technology.

“EveryMatrix’s platform allows us to seamlessly integrate live, in-play betting opportunities, including micro-markets, into a vast international network of operators. This collaboration enables us to meet the evolving needs of bettors while delivering a new menu of well-timed, expertly priced live betting markets to customers around the world.”

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Stakelogic Expands Presence in Switzerland with Exclusive Blackjack Launch at Jackpot.ch

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1 hour ago

March 10, 2025

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Award-winning Stakelogic Unveils Branded 7-Seat Blackjack Table at Jackpot.ch, enhancing the Swiss Live Casino Experience

Stakelogic has strengthened its position in the Swiss online casino market by securing an agreement with Jackpot.ch, the online platform of Grand Casino Baden, the country’s second-leading casino.

Offering Swiss players an immersive and premium live casino experience, Stakelogic has unveiled a branded Jackpot.ch Chromakey 7-seat Blackjack table, integrated through Gamanza as part of the partnership, guaranteeing flawless gameplay and outstanding performance.

This milestone is a significant growth phase for Stakelogic in the regulated iGaming market of Switzerland. Jackpot.ch is going to offer a distinctive and exclusive gaming experience to its players with the introduction of a branded blackjack table, thus cementing its position as a leading online casino.

Stakelogic’s Chromakey technology enables highly customisable branding, allowing operators to design a unique live casino setting. The 7-seat blackjack format boosts engagement, delivering a genuine and interactive table game experience.

With its latest launch, Stakelogic has further established itself as a leading supplier of live dealer products, with further emphasis on important regulated markets. Jackpot.ch players can now enjoy a high-quality, custom branded blackjack experience, adding to the online gaming landscape in Switzerland.

Neil Tanti, Head of Sales at Stakelogic, commented: “We are excited to team up with Jackpot.ch, one of Switzerland’s biggest online casinos, to introduce our branded 7-seat Blackjack table. It demonstrates our dedication to delivering innovative live casino solutions, which are tailored to meet the requirements of our operator partners.”

Brian Christner, Chief Online Gaming at Jackpot.ch added: “We are very excited about this partnership with Stakelogic. Their cutting-edge technology and dedication to quality align with Jackpot.ch’s mission to provide our players with the best gaming experience. The launch of our branded 7-seat blackjack table is a significant moment for us, as it sets a new standard for premium live casino entertainment on the market.”

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Logifuture and Bolabet deepen partnership with addition of Zoom Soccer

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March 10, 2025

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Immersive virtual product adds 30,000 extra events to leading African sportsbook

Logifuture, a leading supplier of award-winning iGaming products, has strengthened its partnership with leading African sportsbook Bolabet with the integration of Zoom Soccer.

Zoom Soccer delivers ultra-realistic virtual events for sportsbook users, delivering tens of thousands of events every month for nonstop 24/7 action. With no off-peak moments and a packed schedule that’s always relevant, Zoom ensures continuous engagement. Powered by RNG for steady margins and consistent profits, it creates a fast-paced, immersive betting experience that mirrors the excitement of real football games.

This extended partnership means Bolabet is now able to offer more than 30,000 extra pre-match and in-play betting events each month to its players in Africa.

The move follows the successful addition of Simulate – another of Logifuture’s pioneering virtual products – to the Bolabet platform in August 2024.

Niccolo Cassettari, Group Chief Business Development Officer at Logifuture, said: “We are thrilled to deepen our collaboration with Bolabet through the addition of Zoom Soccer, building on the success we have seen with our Simulate partnership.

“At Logifuture, we remain focused on delivering fast-paced and entertaining sports products, and with the expansion of Zoom Soccer, we are poised to meet that demand.

“As the need for dynamic, quick-turnaround sports content increases, particularly in emerging markets, this integration will further strengthen Bolabet’s virtual sports portfolio and offer players an unparalleled gaming experience.”

Bolabet CEO Justin Palmer said: “Bolabet aims to deliver an engaging and interactive experience for our players and it’s a pleasure to welcome Logifuture’s Zoom Soccer to our product portfolio.

“The addition of Simulate last year has been hugely popular with our players and we are sure Zoom Soccer will further enhance our players’ experience.”

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