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BetBoom to Capitalize on Esports Boom in Russia with Oddin.gg’s solution

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4 years ago

February 8, 2022

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BetBoom is one of the largest bookmakers in Russia. Focusing on technology and user experience, the company is now looking to capitalize on the growing interest in esports in its home country. To achieve that goal, BetBoom has entered into partnership with industry-leading esports betting solution Oddin.gg. Through this key relationship, BetBoom aims to lead the region with an esports betting solution that ventures to satisfy the expectations of millions of fans.

Oddin.gg is an esports-centric provider of odds feeds and risk management solutions, as well as its proprietary and proven solution. They have signed multiple new clients in the last few months, and this will be its first relationship with an operator in Russia. Oddin.gg’s footprint is expanding quickly, especially after its recent partnerships with various large operators and solution providers on the market. The company’s solutions offer customers a truly engaging esports betting experience, appealing to the younger generations of bettors interested in esports.

“We are fully aware of the esports potential in Russia. We have the ambitious plan to become the leader on the local market in esports, but to do so, we need the best product available. This is why we’re extremely happy to partner with Oddin.gg. Its solution will allow us to offer the best product in the market. Oddin.gg’s technology has no equal in the industry; betting lines are available almost all the time, and there are myriad live markets with extensive coverage. We can’t wait to launch the product and lead the fast-growing esports market in Russia, improving our current profitability and attracting massive esports audiences to our sportsbook,’’ stated Petr Kipa, CMO of BetBoom.

The esports scene in Russia is already mainstream, with popular Russian teams regularly succeeding internationally in titles like CS:GO and Dota 2. It was inevitable that an established bookmaker would double down on esports and select the best offer to satisfy the demand of esports fans. With this partnership, BetBoom will be poised to lead the esports scene in Russia, while Oddin.gg continues to expand globally, establishing itself as the top esports betting provider in the industry.

“BetBoom is already one of the most successful bookmakers in Russia with significant plans for further growth,” added Marek Suchar, Managing Director at Oddin.gg. “We believe their success comes partly from listening to their users and giving them what they are looking for. Esports in Russia has been booming for a couple of years, therefore it is only logical that BetBoom wanted to move fast, improving its solution to satisfy users’ high demands. Our solution will provide bettors with an engaging betting experience, leading to increased betting volume and, eventually, GGR. We are excited to launch our first partnership in Russia, and we couldn’t have found a better partner in this regard than BetBoom.”

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Vlad Marinescu Re-Elected as 10th IESF President

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2 days ago

December 10, 2025

George Miller

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The International Esports Federation (IESF) concluded its 17th Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, alongside the 17th World Esports Championship Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Finals. Member federations from around the world gathered to review the federation’s annual progress, adopt key motions, and participate in the 10th IESF Elections, marking a milestone moment in the federation’s governance history.

During the election session, Vlad Marinescu was re-elected as the 10th President of the IESF, securing his second term. His re-election reflects the continued confidence of the membership in his leadership and vision for the future of the World of Esports.

“I am truly grateful for the trust placed in me to continue leading the International Esports Federation,” Marinescu said. “As we mark our 10th election cycle, we remain steadfast in our commitment to unity, transparency, and the sustained growth of the World of Esports.”

Delegates reviewed strategic priorities for the year ahead, including enhanced governance standards, expanded athlete development initiatives, and strengthened international cooperation. Voting on member-submitted motions underscored the federation’s collective commitment to advancing integrity, professionalism, and institutional maturity across the esports ecosystem.

The assembly also elected the IESF Board for 2026, comprising:

Board Members:

HRH Prince Omar Bin Faisal – Jordan
Afiq Fadhli Bin Narawi – Malaysia
Elin Yoojung Moen – Norway
Clint Kennedy – United States
Flip De Bruyn – Namibia

The OGM concluded as the 17th World Esports Championship MLBB Finals continued, highlighting IESF’s ongoing mission to unite nations through Esports and support athletes, federations, and fans worldwide.

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GG.BET launches Bet Builder for a new way to bet

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1 week ago

December 3, 2025

George Miller

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Customers can now use Bet Builder, a format that lets them build their own set of markets on one match into a single bet with higher odds. Bet Builder is available for both esports and sports events. You can try out the new feature with a deposit bonus of up to 150% and a free bet worth up to $50.

Customers can now place a combined bet on a single match by picking various options for how events in the match will play out. For example, in CS2, customers can choose which team will win on a specific map, how many kills a specific player will rack up, how many rounds will be played on a single map, and so on.

To place a Bet Builder bet, pick an event that hasn’t started yet, press the ‘Bet Builder’ button, put together your selection of markets from those available, get higher combo odds, and finish placing the bet in one click. At this initial stage, GG.BET is offering Bet Builder on football, basketball, hockey, CS2, Dota 2, LoL, and VALORANT, with more sports and disciplines to be added down the line.

“GG.BET has always been known for embracing unconventional markets and elaborate betting options. Bet Builder is there to meet customer demand for more interesting formats in a single match. The ability to make predictions right down to a specific round and any other tiny detail of a match is what gives users variety and improves their skills,” the GG.BET press office explained.

GG.BET is offering customers the opportunity to test out the Bet Builder format with a deposit bonus of up to 150% and a free bet of up to $50.

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IESF Officially Opens the World Esports Championship 2025 in Kuala Lumpur

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1 week ago

December 3, 2025

George Miller

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The World Esports Championship 2025 (WEC25) is officially open in Kuala Lumpur, welcoming athletes, fans, and delegations from around the globe. With 19 nations taking part in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), this year’s event stands as the most internationally diverse MLBB competition in IESF history.

After a year filled with national and regional qualifiers and preparations from teams around the world, the world’s top esports athletes have arrived in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. The opening ceremony set the tone for the days ahead, offering fans a first glimpse of the excitement and atmosphere surrounding this year’s championship.

“WEC25 reflects the continued growth of esports as a space for connection, competition, and shared passion,” said IESF General Secretary Boban Totovski. “Bringing together 19 nations for MLBB is a milestone not just for the title, but for the entire esports ecosystem. We are proud to bring this edition of the championship to Kuala Lumpur.”

As the competition officially kicks off, the schedule is fully packed with exciting match-ups among Nations, competing for their flag and country. The best from all over the world will have the unique opportunity to become the MLBB World Champion.

IESF extends its gratitude to the Malaysian government and the Ministry for Youth and Sports, partners, athletes, and global supporters who continue to elevate the championship’s reach and impact.

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