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Dinamo Zagreb Will Become First Croatian Club To Launch Fan Token On Socios.Com

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3 years ago

August 9, 2021

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Dinamo Zagreb, in partnership with Chiliz, the leading global blockchain providers for the sports and entertainment industry, have announced that they will launch a $DZG Fan Token on the Socios app.

Dinamo Zagreb are the most decorated football club in Croatia, with 22 Prva HNL titles, 16 Croatian Cups and 6 Croatian Cup victories. The club will become the first sporting organization in the country to launch a Fan Token.

Fan Tokens are collectible digital assets, minted on the Chiliz $CHZ blockchain, that will create new experiences for Dinamo Zagreb supporters across the world, allowing them to become part of a vibrant digital community on Socios.com.

There will be countless engagement opportunities on Socios.com for $DZG Fan Token holders, including the chance to interact the club in a range of important, interactive and fun, polls every season.

$DZG Fan Token holders will also be able to access exclusive club-related content, put their skills to the test and go up against other fans in club-related games, competitions and quizzes, competing in global leaderboards to earn once-in-a-lifetime real-life and digital VIP rewards and experiences. The $DZG Fan Token will launch in the near future.

Socios.com is a direct-to-consumer (D2C) platform that leverages blockchain technology to provide the world’s leading sporting organisations with the tools to engage with their global fanbases.

More than 45 major sporting organizations have partnered with Sociosto launch Fan Tokens, including European soccer giants FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, AC Milan, Atlético Madrid, Manchester City, Inter Milan, Arsenal and the Argentina and Portugal national soccer teams, as well as a number of leading teams from F1, esports and cricket.

Created by Chiliz $CHZ, the leading blockchain provider for the global sports and entertainment industry, Socios.com has major expansion plans and is targeting many more Fan Token launches throughout the world. Nearly 1.2 million fans have already downloaded the Socios.com app and the company’s hypergrowth will continue as it targets many more Fan Token launches with partners globally.

Socios has multiple office locations around the world and has already opened new regional headquarters in Madrid, Istanbul, São Paulo and Buenos Aires. The company will open a new office in North America in the near future.

Amra Peternel, Directory Board Member, GNK Dinamo Zagreb said: “We are extremely proud and happy to be the first football club in this region who has decided to sign a digital partnership with Socios that will enable supporters to create a personal and exclusive connection with the club. Dinamo has been following all trends for many years, especially in the digital world, and we always approach all new innovations with optimism and excitement. This is a globally popular platform that has already been used by great clubs such as Barcelona, Juventus, PSG, Milan, Manchester City.

Also, we are certainly honored to be a part of that group and to start working with a prominent partner Socios.com. Fans will have the opportunity to buy the Dinamo Zagreb Fan Token and this will allow them to get an insight into exclusive stories, the opportunity to vote and participate in polls that will be related to matches, players and creating content in general. They will have access to certain benefits, as well as the opportunity to experience some special moments.

Alexandre Dreyfus, CEO of Chiliz and Socios, said: “We’re really pleased to welcome Dinamo Zagreb and their passionate fans to Socios.

“Dinamo becomes the first Croatian sporting organisation to join our elite international network or partners. We’re delighted to enter this new market with such a forward thinking club and look forward to giving Dinamo fans the chance to join a vibrant community of fans on Socios.

“Supporters can look forward to accessing once-in-a-lifetime experiences and rewards, exclusive content, games, competitions, chat and much more on Socios.com.”

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Wazdan adds to Croatian presence with SuperSport tie-up

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

George Miller

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Wazdan, the gain-focused developer behind some of the world’s most rewarding casino game experiences, has gone live with SuperSport, expanding its foothold in Croatia.

As part of the agreement, an initial tranche of games go live with the operator, including its top-performing hits such as 9 Coins™ Grand Gold Edition, 9 Lions, 12 Coins™ and Burning Sun™, with more titles set to be uploaded in batches at a later stage.

Thanks to the new deal, SuperSport’s players can now enjoy the provider’s renowned mechanics including Cash Infinity™, Sticky to Infinity™ and Hold the Jackpot™, which deliver proven results to operators.

With over 20 years of experience in the betting and gaming industry, SuperSport’s online platform is a market leader in Croatia and is now set to benefit from Wazdan’s pristine titles.

The Balkans have remained a key growth area for Wazdan as it continues to expand across regulated markets worldwide.

Radka Bacheva, Sales and Business Development at Wazdan: “Marking another step in our growth strategy, the Balkans have quickly emerged as one of the most exciting markets in Europe and we are delighted to bring our dynamic titles to SuperSport, a market leader in Croatia.

“Through our engagement-boosting features, we can guarantee an unmatched gaming experience to its players and can’t wait to see how they react.”

Robert Milic, Head of Games at SuperSport said: “Wazdan’s award-winning features and titles add real value to our offering, so we are thrilled to bring an influx of its games to our players.

“As a market leader in Croatia, it is imperative that our content remains of the highest calibre and genuinely excites players. By forging agreements with providers such as Wazdan, we can achieve this whilst elevating our position in the industry to new heights.”

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Bulgarian President Approves Gambling Law Amendments

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

Niji Narayan

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Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has decided not to veto the proposed amendments to the Gambling Law, which include a prohibition on gambling advertisements in the media.

Previously, President Radev had indicated that he was deliberating on the changes to the Gambling Law and was awaiting input from his advisors before making a final decision.

The prohibition on gambling advertisements in the media was approved by a significant majority of deputies during the final session of the 49th National Assembly. Despite objections raised by various media outlets, gambling operators, sports clubs, and other businesses between the readings, the amendments were endorsed. Some stakeholders argued against the ban, suggesting that public discussion should precede its adoption.

The initiative for the amendments originated from GERB and DPS, and it was introduced unexpectedly during the last days of the 49th National Assembly by Yordan Tsonev (DPS) and Temenuzka Petkova (GERB). The bill swiftly progressed through the legislative process, passing its first reading in the budget committee and subsequently receiving approval in the plenary session. An extraordinary meeting of the Committee on Budget and Finance was convened to facilitate the voting on the amendments before the deputies commenced their pre-election recess.

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SOFTSWISS Expands to Bulgaria: European Growth Through Partnership

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6 days ago

May 13, 2024

George Miller

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SOFTSWISS, a leading iGaming software provider, entered the Bulgarian market through a partnership with operator Topwin.bg. This strategic move strengthens and expands the SOFTSWISS brand in Europe.

SOFTSWISS has secured certification from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) for use in the Bulgarian market, ensuring all technical and legal requirements are met. The partner utilises the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform, the Sportsbook, the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, and Affilka, all fully prepared and technically optimised for this local market.

According to Statista.com, revenue in the Bulgarian iGaming sector is projected to reach €134.60m in 2024. SOFTSWISS has facilitated its partners’ entry into Bulgaria by adapting its products and obtaining the necessary local certifications.

“Entering the Bulgarian market marks a significant milestone for us, as our products are now recognised in another EU country. This expansion aligns with our global development strategy to broaden the SOFTSWISS brand’s presence in local markets. Our partnership with TopWin has deepened our understanding of this market and presents mutual growth opportunities,” says Vitali Matsukevich, COO at SOFTSWISS.

Krasimir Tokushev, CEO of ‘Golden City 7’, the holder of the licence for Topwin.bg comments: “Partnering with the well-established SOFTSWISS products is a significant advancement for us. This collaboration will elevate our platform to new heights, and we are confident that our Bulgarian players will be delighted with the enhanced gaming experience.”

SOFTSWISS has several international and national licences and certifications, including a recent South African licence acquired through the purchase of a majority stake in Turfsport.

The company is actively expanding into new markets. This year, the focus is on the LatAm market, where the company has strengthened its presence by appointing Rubens Barrichello as its Non-Executive Director in Latin America.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international tech company supplying software solutions for managing iGaming projects. The expert team, which counts over 2,000 employees, is based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides one-stop-shop iGaming software solutions. The company has a vast product portfolio, including the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with thousands of casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook Platform, and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS was the first in the world to introduce a Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution.