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QIWI Appoints Chief Executive Officer

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June 9, 2021

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QIWI plc, a leading provider of next generation payment and financial services in Russia and the CIS, today announced the appointment of Andrey Protopopov as Chief Executive Officer effective June 2, 2021. As Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Protopopov will take over the responsibilities of Boris Kim.

Mr. Protopopov has long played a vital role at QIWI, in particular, its product development function. Prior to his current position as the Chief Executive Officer of Payment Services Segment, Mr. Protopopov has served as Head of IT and Product from June 2015 to August 2019 and Head of Product Management from September 2013 to June 2015. Mr. Protopopov has over 12 years of commercial and product managing experience. Before joining QIWI, Mr. Protopopov worked at Procter & Gamble for 12 years, holding numerous positions in market strategy and planning as well as business development.

Mr. Protopopov graduated from Novosibirsk State University in 2004 with a Master degree in mathematics.

“Andrey has done a tremendous job during his eight years with the Company. I am inspired to see him at the helm of our Company and the directions he will take it in. As a founder and long-running ex-CEO of QIWI myself, I am confident that Andrey has the drive and the vision to position QIWI for continued success. His appointment comes after a thorough and careful succession planning process, spearheaded by the Board and Boris Kim himself,” commented Mr. Sergey Solonin, QIWI’s Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Moreover, I truly believe that Andrey possesses the right mix of operational CEO experience, leadership skills, and technology industry expertise required to elevate QIWI to the next level,” added Mr. Solonin.

“I am truly honored to lead QIWI as the Chief Executive Officer,” said Mr. Protopopov. “I look forward to continuing to work closely with our exceptional senior leadership team, along with Sergei, as our Chairman, and our entire Board of Directors. QIWI unites the team of most talented people at the payment market aiming to serve our clients with the most convenient digital solutions. Together, we will capture new growth opportunities, provide the best career experience to our employees and deliver additional value to our shareholders.”

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Push Gaming appoints Jonathan Moretta as Head of Account Management

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41 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

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The iGaming supplier says the hire supports its partnership strategy and 2026 commercial plans.

Push Gaming has appointed Jonathan Moretta as Head of Account Management as it continues to refine its partnership strategy.

The supplier said Moretta brings more than six years’ experience in the iGaming sector, with a track record of managing partnerships across “key global markets.” The company positioned the appointment as part of its strategic goals for 2026, alongside planned expansion of its commercial and operational infrastructure.

Jonathan Moretta, Head of Account Management at Push Gaming, said: “Push Gaming works with a number of quality partners and I can’t wait to continue solidifying those key relationships. The quality of Push Gaming’s products are undeniable and my goal will be to ensure that this quality is reflected in how we communicate with our key accounts; whether that be highlighting existing favourites or presenting new titles from our upcoming roadmap.”

Alistair Johnston, CCO at Push Gaming, added: ”I am thrilled to welcome Jonathan to the team. He will be instrumental in delivering Push Gaming’s commercial strategy, leading from the front with a proven leadership style. Jonathan brings a transcontinental network of key industry players, underpinned by a rare talent for building the kind of great relationships that skyrocket growth.”

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Midnite runs free coaches for Southampton fans to FA Cup semi-final at Wembley

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April 22, 2026

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Midnite is bringing back its “Midnite Express” fan travel initiative, offering free coach transport for Southampton supporters to Wembley for the FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City on Saturday, April 25.

The betting brand said three luxury coaches will take more than 100 fans on the round trip from St Mary’s Stadium to Wembley. The company positioned the move as a response to fan requests on social media following Southampton’s FA Cup win over Arsenal.

The trip also coincides with the 50th anniversary of Southampton’s 1976 FA Cup win at Wembley. Midnite said it recently marked that moment with a dedicated TIFO during Southampton’s match with Arsenal, created with a fan-led TIFO committee.

Fans travelling on the coaches will be joined by former Southampton players Shane Long, Franny Benali and Ken Monkou, according to the company.

Andrew Mook, Head of Brand Marketing at Midnite, said: “The response to the Midnite Express this season has been incredible and when fans asked for it to return, we were keen to deliver.

“Supporting Saints fans is central to what we do, whether that is easing the challenges around travel or helping create memorable experiences around the game.

“This is a huge moment for Southampton, especially in such an important anniversary year, and we are proud to help fans get there to support their team.

“We hope this journey will make the match day experience even better.”

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The Mill Adventure deepens Optimove integration for player engagement

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41 minutes ago

April 22, 2026

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The Mill Adventure (TMA) has strengthened its integration with Optimove to expand player engagement and CRM capabilities for iGaming operators, the companies said.

TMA said the enhanced integration adds deeper audience segmentation, including Optimove’s Target Group Discovery, to help operators build granular player profiles and activate engagement based on player behaviour and preferences.

The update also connects Optimove directly to TMA’s proprietary bonus engine, which TMA said allows operators to trigger and distribute personalised rewards within CRM journeys. Messaging can be orchestrated through Optimove across email, SMS, web and mobile push notifications, as well as inbox messaging.

Bjørnar Heggernes, CCO at The Mill Adventure, said: “We are focused on equipping operators with the right tools they need to deliver meaningful, data-driven engagement at scale. This enhanced integration with Optimove strengthens our ability to support highly personalised player journeys, combining powerful segmentation, real-time communication and seamless reward execution within a unified platform.

“By bringing these capabilities together, we are helping our partners simplify their operations while delivering richer, more relevant experiences that drive long-term value.”

Adi Dagan, Senior Director of Partnership at Optimove, said: “The Mill Adventure’s iGaming operators benefit from its scalable and automated tools for optimising their casino suite. With this integration, The Mill Adventure operators can use real-time data, advanced segmentation and multichannel orchestration to deliver more relevant player experiences and act on them faster.

“Our partnership with The Mill Adventure represents a significant step forward in enabling operators to execute smarter, more effective CRM strategies. We are excited to support TMA’s continued growth as they empower operators to build deeper, more meaningful relationships with their players.”

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