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SPORTRADAR ADDS AUDIOVISUAL BETTING AND GAMING RIGHTS TO HANDBALL-BUNDESLIGA PARTNERSHIP EXTENSION

Sportradar , the leading global sports technology company creating immersive experiences for sports fans and bettors, has agreed to a five-year extension to its long-standing partnership with Handball-Bundesliga (HBL) to provide Germany’s top handball league with the services and technologies to help grow its global fanbase and drive deeper engagement.
The extended agreement, which runs from this season through to the end of the 2026/27 campaign, includes the provision of audiovisual betting and gaming rights to Sportradar. Under the new terms of the partnership, Sportradar will provide its customers outside of the DACH region with access to live streams of HBL’s marquee competitions including LIQUI MOLY HBL league matches as well as knockout tournaments such as the REWE Final4 (DHB-Cup) and the Pixum Super Cup.
Sportradar continues as the League’s Official Sports Data Partner, collecting match data from venues hosting LIQUI MOLY HBL, 2. HBL, DHB Cup and Pixum Super Cup matches, and offering its coverage to its global network of 900 sportsbook operators and 350 media companies in 120 countries worldwide. Furthermore, Sportradar will continue to manage the federation’s website, including the integrated Live Sports Centre and mobile application, as well as maintain a bespoke competition management platform, enabling HBL to manage their tournaments and data effectively.
As part of its ongoing commitment to protect the integrity of their sport, Sportradar applies its proven bet monitoring service, the Universal Fraud Detection System (UFDS), to all HBL matches. Leveraging its technology to identify betting abnormalities in games and report any suspicious activity to HBL, Sportradar provides the organisation with critical visibility to threats of match fixing and betting manipulation.
Ed Blonk, Chief Commercial Officer, Sportradar said: “As a result of the breadth and variety of our technology and services, Sportradar is uniquely positioned to provide Handball-Bundesliga with all the resources and solutions needed to commercialise their content, provide the personalized experiences that fans demand and protect the integrity of their competitions. We look forward to working with HBL and supporting their continued growth and transformation.”
Frank Bohmann, Managing Director Handball-Bundesliga said: “Besides sporting success, digital change management is the key to success in sport business. Reliable match organization, the traceability and fairness of competitions, winning and retaining fans and customers, and the upgrade of our media products through sophisticated data management processes is crucial for the growth of Handball-Bundesliga. I am convinced that the new and expanded contract with Sportradar will support us reaching our ambitious goals and will master the digital challenges of the future.”
The partnership extension with Handball-Bundesliga further strengthens Sportradar’s portfolio of handball rights, complementing existing agreements with the European Handball Federation (EHF) and the International Handball Federation (IHF).
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CT Interactive grows its certified game portfolio in the Slovak market

CT Interactive has further strengthened its presence in the regulated Slovak iGaming market with the successful certification of 10 additional games. This achievement brings the total number of certified titles in Slovakia to 30, underscoring the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality, engaging gaming content tailored to local market needs.
Among the newly certified titles, five are part of the popular Buy Bonus product line, specifically designed to enhance player engagement and elevate the overall gaming experience. Notable additions include 20 Mega Star, which extends the thrill, and the classic 50 Treasures, a game that consistently ranks among CT Interactive’s top 10 most popular titles globally.
“Certification in Slovakia is a key part of our European expansion strategy,” said Martin Ivanov, COO of CT Interactive. “With these 10 new games, our portfolio in the country now totals 30 titles, strengthening our market presence and offering diverse, premium content to the regulated Slovak market.”
As part of CT Interactive’s broader growth strategy, the company remains focused on adapting its portfolio to meet the specific requirements and preferences of each market. It continuously explores the latest technologies and game mechanics that resonate with a wide range of players, all while ensuring full compliance with local regulatory standards.
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Central Europe
CT Interactive Announces Strategic Partnership with Ecasino

CT Interactive has announced a strategic partnership with Ecasino, a leading online casino platform provider in the Czech Republic. This exciting collaboration means that CT Interactive’s top-performing games are now available on the eCasino platform, further strengthening the company’s foothold in the regulated Czech iGaming market.
This integration delivers added value to eCasino’s diverse player base by bringing CT Interactive’s certified and player-favorite content to the platform. Ecasino is now well-positioned to enhance its portfolio with a wider range of high-quality and engaging games that meet the evolving demands of the local market. Among the best-performing titles now available on eCasino are Lucky Clover, Hot 7s x2, 40 Treasures, Pick the Pig and Big Joker.
“Partnering with eCasino is a crucial part of our European expansion strategy. The Czech Republic is one of our key markets in Europe, and Ecasino’s strong local presence makes them an ideal partner. This collaboration enables us to deliver our certified, high-quality content to a broader audience and further solidify our position in the region’s regulated iGaming sector,” said Martin Ivanov, COO of CT Interactive.
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Brightstar Lottery Upgrades Retail Central System for Lotto Saxony in Germany via New Seven-Year Contract

Brightstar Lottery PLC announced that it will deploy its comprehensive retail central system technology, Aurora, along with advanced cloud-based software for Sächsische Lotto-GmbH (Lotto Saxony) in the State of Saxony, Germany via a seven-year contract. The contract was awarded to Brightstar following a competitive public procurement.
“The quality and reliability of Brightstar’s world-class lottery technology and operational support, along with its team’s knowledge of Lotto Saxony’s business needs are some of the reasons why we have partnered with the Company for 30 years. We look forward to upgrading our central system to Brightstar’s sophisticated platform and the many benefits its components will produce,” said Herr Frank Schwarz, Lotto Saxony Chief Executive Officer.
“This new seven-year contract marks an exciting chapter for Brightstar and Lotto Saxony as we work together to modernize lottery solutions throughout the state. Brightstar’s high-performing central system and peripherals will enable Lotto Saxony to manage its business more efficiently with the confidence in knowing the technology is secure, dependable, and responsible,” said Marco Tasso, Brightstar Chief Operating Officer International and Italy Operations.
An integral part of OMNIA, Brightstar’s player-centric, omnichannel solution for lotteries, Aurora helps drive lottery innovation and profitability. The platform will provide intuitive, user-friendly applications, tools and reporting capabilities to handle Lotto Saxony’s transaction processing, game management and back-office operations. Lotto Saxony will receive key cloud-based Aurora products including, Anywhere, to securely connect external applications to the retail system, and Performance Wizard, to deliver targeted insights and analytics.
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