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Relax Gaming partners with William Hill for latest UK expansion

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3 years ago

October 11, 2021

George Miller

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iGaming giant adds leading supplier’s content to boost UK footprint

Relax Gaming, the igaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has penned a deal with William Hill in a significant step towards a major expansion of its games offering in the UK.

The leading operator will also benefit from a choice of all of Relax’s Powered by Relax and Silver Bullet platform partners.

This collaboration was made possible by Relax’s high-quality partnership programmes and comes as a result of the company’s rapidly growing reputation as a content creator, having produced hundreds of high-quality games.

In Relax’s latest move towards global expansion, the deal will see the operator host the supplier’s range of titles. Games that will now be added to William Hill’s site include the award-winning Money Train 2, an exhilarating slot with a 50,000x maximum win available via its Money Cart Bonus Round.

Top Dawg$ will also be showcased by the operator, overflowing with features including mystery respins and free spins, accompanied by a funky hip-hop West Coast/East Coast soundtrack.

Commenting on such an important deal for its UK expansion, Andrew Crosby, Director of Account Management at Relax Gaming, said: “We continuously endeavour to offer the best solutions that enable our players to enjoy our market-leading content. Partnering with one of the leading UK operators gives us ample opportunity to do so even further.

“Our partnership with William Hill evidences the value that Relax brings to the table for both the operators and the studios we work with. Offering the industry’s most sought-after selection of gaming experiences, we’re highly confident that we’ll enjoy many years of working together.”

Craig Staples, Head of Gaming Content at William Hill added: “We are delighted to partner with the leading supplier of game-changing content, and offer Relax’s award-winning games, as well as slots from its highly innovative partnership studios.

With a wealth of innovative and engaging products, they have already proven to be a real UK favourite. Relax’s portfolio will provide our players with the high quality, sought-after variety of slots that we strive to give them.”

Now regarded as one of the industry’s leading aggregators, Relax Gaming provides its partners with upwards of 2,000 online casino games.

This encompasses a wide range of titles, from its high performing proprietary slots to an expansive library of content from hand-picked third-party studios via its partnership programmes.

In tandem with its continued success, the leading supplier secured the award for Unique Gaming Company of the Year at the UK’s International Gaming Awards in September.

This was preceded by four EGR B2B Awards in July, including Innovation in Mobile and Casino Software Provider, as well as two CasinoBeats Developer Awards at the SBC Summit in Malta.

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Sharp Alpha Closes Fund II With Over $25 Million To Back Sports, Gaming, Entertainment Startups

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2 hours ago

May 14, 2024

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Sharp Alpha Advisors announced the closing of Sharp Alpha Fund II, an oversubscribed $25 million venture capital fund investing in early-stage sports, gaming, and entertainment businesses.

Existing investments in Fund II include C15 Studio, which recently emerged from stealth mode as the operator and distributor of Formula 1’s new streaming channel. Previous investments include Almost Friday Media, Jackpot.com, and Betcha (acquired by Vivid Seats).

The fund targets seed investments ranging from $1 – 2 million. Sharp Alpha also operates a co-investment vehicle that provides limited partners the ability to invest additional capital in select deals alongside the fund.

Managing Partner Lloyd Danzig was recently named to Business Insider’s Top Venture Capitalists in Sports and ELG’s 40 Under 40. He is frequently featured by CNBC, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.

The fund is backed by public companies, US fnancial institutions, pro sports team owners, family offces, top venture capitalists, and funds of funds, among others.

According to Danzig, there is a signifcant opportunity at the intersection of sports, gaming, media, and technology. “The competitive entertainment category is experiencing exponential growth but at the same time is desperate for innovation that early-stage companies are best positioned to supply.”

The fund has exceeded its $25 million capital raise target and expanded the size of its deal team.

Commenting on current market conditions, Danzig explained, “we are entering the most favorable period in the last 15 years to bet on great founders.”

Sharp Alpha’s advisory board includes Keith Horn, founder of Loring Capital Advisors and former COO of Elliott Management and Global Head of Leveraged Finance at Merrill Lynch; Emanuel Pearlman, the former Chairman of Empire Resorts and board member at several public companies; Daniel Bernard, Founder and Chairman of Redwood International Sports; Roy Behren, the President and Chief Investment Offcer of a $5.2 billion asset manager; and Don Kornstein, the Vice Chairman of Caesars Entertainment and former executive at numerous successful gaming companies.

In addition to investment capital, the frm provides portfolio companies with a suite of resources and opportunities spanning fundraising, revenue generation, brand awareness, commercial strategy, fnancial planning, and product development.

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A 39-year-old man wins 40,620 EUR jackpot among 5200 participants in Starship Quest at RocketPlay

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4 hours ago

May 14, 2024

Wladimir P.

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In April, RocketPlay Casino successfully concluded its Starship Quest, with a Grand prize winner taking home 40,620 EUR and a total of 163,000 EUR in bonuses distributed among participants.

The Starship Quest, an interactive journey spanning 15 levels, engaged 5200 participants from around the world. As players progressed through the quest, they collected virtual hex keys that unlocked various rewards. By the end of the event, RocketPlay had issued 15,563 bonuses totaling 163,000 EUR, with an impressive activation rate of 91%.

The Grand prize winner, a 39-year-old man, previously claimed victory in RocketPlay’s Golden Glory tournament. His latest win as part of Starship Quest in the Sun of Egypt 3 slot game by Booongo further cements his reputation for skill and perseverance in the gaming community.

“We are delighted to announce our Starship Quest winner and congratulate him on his 40,620 EUR jackpot,” said David Peterson, a representative of RocketPlay’s Customer Care team. “At RocketPlay, our priority is to offer a safe and enjoyable gaming environment. Events like the Starship Quest are designed to bring excitement and rewards to our players while ensuring their safety. We’re committed to delivering more engaging experiences for our community.”

Looking ahead, RocketPlay will host a new quest slated for early summer and special activities in conjunction with Euro 2024, featuring sports-themed jackpots and prediction contests for football fans.

RocketPlay Casino continues to prioritize player satisfaction and safety while creating innovative gaming experiences. Stay tuned for more exciting adventures and announcements in the coming months.

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NIFL Strikes Exclusive Data & Streaming Deal With FeedConstruct

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May 14, 2024

George Miller

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The Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) has signed a new five-year deal with FeedConstruct to become the league’s exclusive Betting Data & Streaming Partner until the 2028/2029 season.

FeedConstruct and NIFL have enjoyed a successful long-term partnership since the 2019/2020 campaign, solidifying their roles as the league’s data and streaming partners. This agreement will provide a considerable seven-figure investment into the leagues over the contract term.

Under this partnership, exclusive betting data will be provided globally for over 800 matches across the Sports Direct Premiership and Women’s Premiership, the Playr-Fit Championship, Premier Intermediate League, the BetMcLean Cup, Women’s League Cup, and the European Playoff matches from the summer of 2024 onwards.

FeedConstruct is a leading provider of real-time and historical sports data, as well as digital content. The company delivers innovative and cutting-edge data-feed solutions that cover pre-match, live, and post-match data to over 300 partners. Dedicated to continuously developing advanced sports products and tools, FeedConstruct provides quick and accurate data to its partners.

With its main mission to bridge the gap between sports and entertainment businesses by offering cutting-edge solutions, FeedConstruct helps its partners get the most profitable experience.

Since the formation of the NI Football League in 2013, professional football in Northern Ireland has flourished both on and off the field. This announcement is the latest in a series of positive developments from one of the fastest-growing professional leagues in Europe, which has seen an 83% increase in attendance over the past ten years, as well as record commercial deals and improved performances both domestically and in UEFA Club competitions.

Ian Forrester, NI Football League Chief Commercial Officer said, “This is another huge deal for the NI Football League, we’re delighted to continue our long-standing relationship with FeedConstruct. These are exciting times to be part of our league and there is still so much potential and opportunities for us to explore.”

“This continuation of the commercial partnership with FeedConstruct will allow us even more new opportunities to work and grow together, and we look forward to what the future holds over the next five years!” Forrester added.

Narek Harutyunyan, the Head of the Rights and Content Department, said, “We are excited to extend our partnership with Northern Ireland Football League for another five years and are committed to providing our technology and expertise to support the reach of NIFL competitions to a global audience. The extended agreement enhances our presence in the UK football rights market and demonstrates our commitment to enriching our portfolio with high-level sports content.”

This renewed five-year agreement between the Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) and FeedConstruct reaffirms their successful partnership, extending their collaboration into a decade. This partnership is set to enhance the football experience by providing comprehensive and exclusive betting data for fans globally.

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