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NeoGames Announces Third Quarter 2021 Results

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5 years ago

November 11, 2021

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NeoGames S.A., a technology-driven provider of end-to-end iLottery solutions, announced today financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021.

Moti Malul, Chief Executive Officer of NeoGames, said: “We continue to position ourselves well for the long-term, investing in our technology solutions and our operational capabilities and executing on our business plan as a global leader of iLottery solutions for national and state-regulated lotteries. This quarter, we have seen growth in several of our accounts with Virginia and North Carolina in the US continuing their good performance, while in Europe Sazka’s online penetration has ramped up to represent a significant percentage of their total GGR. Subsequent to quarter end, our Games Studio continued its expansion with the launch of our suite of premium eInstant games with Lottomatica in Italy. We also continue to invest in PlayAlberta, as we launched draw games late in the second quarter, and launched sports betting in August. On the state authorization front, momentum has progressed in the U.S., with Connecticut and West Virginia in various stages of public procurement processes, which we see as a positive step towards further market expansion. All of these highlights reflect our ability to capitalize on our expanding market opportunity and cement NeoGames as the leader in the industry.”

Third Quarter 2021 Financial Highlights

Revenues were $11.9 million during the third quarter of 2021, compared to $13.1 million during the third quarter of 2020. In addition, the Company’s share of NPI revenues was $8.3 million during the third quarter of 2021, compared to $2.5 million during the third quarter of 2020, representing an increase of 233.2% year-over-year. The total of revenues and the Company’s share of NPI’s revenues was $20.2 million during the third quarter of 2021 compared to $15.6 million during the third quarter of 2020, representing an increase of 29.7% year-over-year.
Comprehensive income was $1.5 million, or $0.06 per share, during the third quarter of 2021, compared to comprehensive income of $2.5 million, or $0.11 per share, during the third quarter of 2020, .
Adjusted EBITDA¹ was $7.5 million during the third quarter of 2021, compared to an Adjusted EBITDA of $7.8 million during the third quarter of 2020 representing a decrease of 3.8% year-over-year.
Network Net Gaming Revenue (“NGR”)² was $179 million during the third quarter of 2021, compared to $126 million during the third quarter of 2020, representing an increase of 42.1% year-over-year.

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¹ Adjusted figures represent non-IFRS information. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures and Key Performance indicators” and the tables at the end of this release for an explanation of the adjustments and reconciliations to the comparable IFRS numbers.
² Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Key Performance indicators” for additional information about this key operating metric.

Third Quarter 2021 Business Highlights

Rolled out progressive jackpot instant content with three customers representing an innovative development for iLottery players across our platform.
VirginiaiLottery program continued its growth performance, with significant growth each quarter it has been live since launch in the third quarter of 2020.
Launched online sport betting in Alberta, which follows the recent launches of Live Dealer and draw-based games in previous quarters.
Went live with Ceasars Entertainment in Arizona as part of their Liberty platform, which is now live in 10 states with an online sport betting and/or iGaming offering.
Subsequent to the quarter end, launched the Company’s suite of premium eInstant games with Lottomatica, further expanding NeoGames’ footprint in the Italian lottery market.
Completed an underwritten public offering of ordinary shares including full exercise of the underwriters’ option to purchase additional ordinary shares.

Guidance

The Company is raising its fiscal year 2021 Revenue and Share in NPI Revenues Interest Guidance to between $82.5 million and $84.5 million, compared to the prior range of between $75 million and $79 million, representing a 41% increase year-over-year on the midpoint.

Conference Call & Webcast Details

NeoGames will host a live conference call and audio webcast on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, during which management will discuss the Company’s third quarter results and provide commentary on business performance. A question and answer session will follow the prepared remarks.

The conference call may be accessed by dialing (833) 301-1152 for U.S. domestic callers or (914) 987-7393 for international callers. Once connected with the operator, please provide the conference ID of 6643079.

A live audio webcast of the earnings conference call may be accessed on the Company’s website at ir.neogames.com. The replay of the audio webcast and accompanying presentation will be available on the Company’s investor relations website shortly after the call for a period of 30 days.

eSports

Esports Foundation names Faker Game Ambassador for EWC and ENC through 2028

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10 hours ago

July 15, 2026

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Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok joins Cristiano Ronaldo and Magnus Carlsen in the Esports Foundation’s Ambassador Program.

The Esports Foundation (EF) has appointed Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok as a Game Ambassador for the Esports World Cup (EWC) and Esports Nations Cup (ENC) through 2028, the organization said on July 15, 2026 in a statement issued from Riyadh and Paris.

EF said Faker joins Cristiano Ronaldo, listed as the Foundation’s Global Ambassador, and Magnus Carlsen as part of the Esports Foundation Ambassador Program. The Foundation said Faker will represent “the perspective of esports players” across its international events, athlete initiatives, media engagements and leadership forums.

“You can’t talk about esports without mentioning Faker. He is the defining athlete of competitive gaming: a champion whose excellence, discipline and longevity have inspired an entire generation,” said Ralf Reichert, Chief Executive Officer of the Esports Foundation. “As our Game Ambassador, Faker represents something fundamental to the Ambassador Program: esports creates its own global sporting icons. Across EWC, ENC and NGSC, he will help ensure that the players who built this sport have a voice in shaping where it goes next.”

Faker said: “Competition has shaped my life, and I am proud to join the Esports Foundation as Game Ambassador. I want to continue competing for the biggest titles with T1 while representing the players and fans who have helped esports grow worldwide. Through the Esports World Cup, Esports Nations Cup and the Foundation’s wider platforms, I hope to inspire the next generation to pursue excellence, remain resilient and believe in how far competitive gaming can take them. There is still much more to achieve.”

EF highlighted Faker’s competitive record, describing him as a six-time League of Legends World Champion, EWC 2024 winner, two-time MSI champion and ten-time domestic champion with T1. The Foundation also said Faker became the first esports athlete to receive the Blue Dragon Medal in 2026, describing it as the Republic of Korea’s highest sporting honor awarded by President Lee Jae-myung.

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Brand Partnerships

Midnite signs as Middlesbrough FC principal partner for 2026/27 season

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17 hours ago

July 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Midnite has agreed a partnership with Middlesbrough FC that will see the UK bookmaker become the club’s principal partner and front-of-shirt sponsor for the 2026/27 campaign, which Middlesbrough describes as its landmark 150th season.

The companies announced the deal alongside a fan activation at Riverside Stadium on Thursday, July 9, branded “This Season’s On Us”. The initiative offered supporters prizes including 2026/27 season tickets, 2026/27 shirts, match tickets, or a £25 club shop voucher, with fans required to answer Middlesbrough trivia and complete a football challenge.

Middlesbrough former players Craig Hignett and David Wheater attended the event, and, according to the company, took bonus attempts on behalf of participants who missed out.

Andrew Mook, Midnite’s Head of Brand Marketing, said:

“Middlesbrough have a storied history and we’re delighted to announce this partnership during such a monumental year with the club celebrating their 150th anniversary.

“It was great to see so many Middlesbrough fans at the “This Season’s On Us” activation, we hope they enjoyed taking part and meeting club legends, with David Wheater hitting top bins on several occasions and allowing fans to win big with season tickets.

“We can’t wait to get to Riverside Stadium in August to kick-off a new season and we’re excited to say that we have plenty of new and captivating campaigns planned.”

Lee Fryett, Middlesbrough FC Chief Commercial Officer, added:

“We’re delighted to welcome Midnite as our new Principal Partner.

“We’re looking forward to working closely with Midnite to develop engaging campaigns, content and unique experiences that bring our fans even closer to the club.

“We’re confident this partnership will provide real value for our supporters while supporting our ambitions both on and off the pitch.”

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AGCO

ThrillTech secures AGCO supplier licence for Ontario launch

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17 hours ago

July 15, 2026

Wladimir P.

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ThrillTech has been awarded a Gaming-Related Supplier licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), clearing the company to launch in Ontario’s regulated market.

The licence allows ThrillTech to deploy its opt-in side bet jackpots technology with regulated online casino, sports betting and lottery operators across the province.

Benjamin Bradtke, Co-Founder of ThrillTech, said: “Securing our AGCO licence is a major step in our mission to transform how jackpots are delivered at scale across regulated markets. This latest certification is testament to our robust technology and trusted compliance frameworks, allowing us to continue our global growth trajectory. We are thrilled to bring our proven, compliant jackpot technology to Ontario, empowering locally licensed operators to uplift revenue without cannibalising existing spend.”

The company said its “ThrillPots” mechanics sit as an independent, player-funded side bet and do not alter the underlying game’s return-to-player mathematics.

ThrillTech said the Ontario approval enables its existing multinational partners that also operate in the province to launch its side bet jackpots locally, while it also holds talks with potential new operator partners. The company lists its regulated footprint as including the United Kingdom, Sweden, the Netherlands, Romania, Malta, Gibraltar, Brazil and Peru.

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