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Support Manager promotion at ITL UK
Innovative Technology (ITL) have announced an internal promotion for one of their long-standing employees James Beswick, who takes on a managerial role in Customer Support. James, who previously held the position of Lead Engineer, started his new role at the beginning of the year. He has been with the cash handling business for nearly 8 years, bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to this new position.
Commenting on his progression at ITL James said, “I joined August 2014 on the graduate programme and have since worked my way up to Engineer, Lead Engineer and now Support Manager. I have primarily worked with our retail products having started with the NV200 banknote validator with TEBS – a Tamper Evident Bag System for cash-in-transit operations, whereI was part of first line support giving technical advice and working with the development teams to integrate these new products into devices. I then took on support responsibility for the North America market and spent a lot of time out in the States. As ITL grew, we took on dedicated support engineers in the US, so I was able to focus more on new products and improving technical infrastructure and integration tools for customers.”
Commenting on his promotion, Andy Bassam VP of Customer Support said, “I am delighted that James has been promoted to Support Manager taking accountability for our retail and kiosk customers. He primary responsibilities with be to ensure new products have the required software and hardware to speed up customer integration times and he will be influential in helping the sales team grow our retail business. James has already established good relationships with some of our key customers and he will look to further develop these to extend the use of our retail product range.”
James continued, “I am delighted with my promotion, and I am looking forward to taking the retail side of the business to the next level, ensuring that customer integration is quick and easy with a solution that retailers are happy with. We have made significant investment in our retail product range and have some exciting new products coming through that will allow us to break into new areas in this important sector. Personally, I’m excited about the opportunity to work with key customers in other regions that I haven’t before such as South America and Asia. Further developing my team to progress their skills and ensure our customers get the highest level of support is also something I am keen to focus on.”
Concluding Andy said, “This management role suits James’ skill set and personality. He already has a great working relationship with the rest of the technical support team plus a strong understanding of the technical requirements of the retail market and I am sure he will flourish in this next step in his ITL career.”
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The supplier says the partnership supports the club and aligns with its growing focus on sports betting via its Sportsbook platform.
EGT Digital has signed a sponsorship partnership with Bulgarian football club CSKA Sofia, with the companies positioning the deal as a long-term collaboration.
“Sport has the unique ability to unite communities, inspire future generations, and create opportunities for personal growth,” said Vladimir Dokov, CEO of EGT Digital. “Our partnership with CSKA Sofia reflects our long-term commitment to supporting initiatives that have a meaningful impact. We are proud to stand behind a club with such a rich history and strong dedication to developing talent.”
Vangel Vangelov, CEO of CSKA, said: “Partnering with an internationally recognized brand like EGT Digital is a strategic opportunity that will support CSKA’s continued development and help us achieve our long-term objectives. It is also a testament to the club’s importance in society and its role as a true social phenomenon. We are delighted to welcome EGT Digital as a partner that shares our vision for a sustainable, long-term collaboration in support of such a socially significant sector as sport.”
EGT Digital also tied the sponsorship to its sportsbook business, citing its Sportsbook platform as part of the company’s growing presence in the sports sector. The supplier said the product is designed for operators and offers technology-led features, coverage and customization options.
Financial terms, contract length, and sponsorship asset details were not disclosed.
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Australia
Elections, Bitcoin, and the Australian Open: Slotegrator breaks down prediction markets in new ebook
Annual trading volume in the prediction market vertical grew from $500 million to $64 billion in only three years. What’s behind their explosive popularity? In a new ebook, Slotegrator lays out why this latest evolution in betting has so much appeal for players and what operators need to consider before launching their own prediction market.
Why have prediction markets captured so much attention? In a new downloadable ebook, Slotegrator lays out the factors behind the vertical’s popularity, analyzes how prediction markets are disrupting the modern betting landscape, and provides a checklist to help readers decide if
the time is right for them to add a prediction market to their platform.
In the ebook, Slotegrator highlights generational shifts in preferences and behavior, such as the increase in younger players who are familiar with trading and financial markets, as one of the main drivers in the rise of the format. There’s also a widespread change in values; players view the P2P exchange mechanic, in particular, as a more transparent form of betting than wagering against the house.
“Today, the audience’s attention shifts in real time across platforms, and digital experiences evolve constantly. If you’re not actively tracking where engagement is moving, you’re not just behind the trend — you’re already losing relevance in the market,” comments Olga Ivanchik, COO of Slotegrator.
Opinion-based betting allows users to trade literally any event from politics to current events. The pursuit of getting a more interactive, dynamic, and fair experience is reflected in prediction market mechanics: the odds in this type of betting are not set by the house but fluctuate in accordance with supply and demand — players bet against each other, and the platform generates revenue on commissions based on the amount of bets.
“This transition eliminates the old conflict of interest and gives us a more transparent, equitable, and stimulating experience where value is defined by the market itself”, says Maksym Shtun, Product Owner at Slotegrator.
The report provides analytics with key figures, regulatory notes, expert comments, and an explanation of the mechanics involve. It also includes useful tips for readers:
- A checklist that will help operators understand whether they need prediction markets on
their platform - Tips and recommendations on the events for betting by region
- Comparison of prediction market mechanics with classic sportsbooks
- Analysis of relevant psychological factors
- Breakdown of how exactly how prediction markets generate revenue
Download the guide and get a full understanding of the prediction market phenomenon. Be among the first operators to make the most of the quickest growing opportunity in iGaming.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Since 2012, Slotegrator has been one of the iGaming industry’s leading software and business solution providers for online casino and sportsbook operators.
The company’s main focus is software development and support for online casino platforms, as well as the integration of game content and payment systems.
The company works with licensed game developers and offers a vast portfolio of casino content: slots, live casino games, poker, virtual sports, table games, lotteries, casual games, and data feeds for betting.
Slotegrator also provides consulting services in gambling license acquisition and business incorporation.
The post Elections, Bitcoin, and the Australian Open: Slotegrator breaks down prediction markets in new ebook appeared first on EE Gaming | Global iGaming & Tech Intelligence Hub.
Australia
Elections, Bitcoin, and the Australian Open: Slotegrator breaks down prediction markets in new ebook
Annual trading volume in the prediction market vertical grew from $500 million to $64 billion in only three years. What’s behind their explosive popularity? In a new ebook, Slotegrator lays out why this latest evolution in betting has so much appeal for players and what operators need to consider before launching their own prediction market.
Why have prediction markets captured so much attention? In a new downloadable ebook, Slotegrator lays out the factors behind the vertical’s popularity, analyzes how prediction markets are disrupting the modern betting landscape, and provides a checklist to help readers decide if
the time is right for them to add a prediction market to their platform.
In the ebook, Slotegrator highlights generational shifts in preferences and behavior, such as the increase in younger players who are familiar with trading and financial markets, as one of the main drivers in the rise of the format. There’s also a widespread change in values; players view the P2P exchange mechanic, in particular, as a more transparent form of betting than wagering against the house.
“Today, the audience’s attention shifts in real time across platforms, and digital experiences evolve constantly. If you’re not actively tracking where engagement is moving, you’re not just behind the trend — you’re already losing relevance in the market,” comments Olga Ivanchik, COO of Slotegrator.
Opinion-based betting allows users to trade literally any event from politics to current events. The pursuit of getting a more interactive, dynamic, and fair experience is reflected in prediction market mechanics: the odds in this type of betting are not set by the house but fluctuate in accordance with supply and demand — players bet against each other, and the platform generates revenue on commissions based on the amount of bets.
“This transition eliminates the old conflict of interest and gives us a more transparent, equitable, and stimulating experience where value is defined by the market itself”, says Maksym Shtun, Product Owner at Slotegrator.
The report provides analytics with key figures, regulatory notes, expert comments, and an explanation of the mechanics involve. It also includes useful tips for readers:
- A checklist that will help operators understand whether they need prediction markets on
their platform - Tips and recommendations on the events for betting by region
- Comparison of prediction market mechanics with classic sportsbooks
- Analysis of relevant psychological factors
- Breakdown of how exactly how prediction markets generate revenue
Download the guide and get a full understanding of the prediction market phenomenon. Be among the first operators to make the most of the quickest growing opportunity in iGaming.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Since 2012, Slotegrator has been one of the iGaming industry’s leading software and business solution providers for online casino and sportsbook operators.
The company’s main focus is software development and support for online casino platforms, as well as the integration of game content and payment systems.
The company works with licensed game developers and offers a vast portfolio of casino content: slots, live casino games, poker, virtual sports, table games, lotteries, casual games, and data feeds for betting.
Slotegrator also provides consulting services in gambling license acquisition and business incorporation.
The post Elections, Bitcoin, and the Australian Open: Slotegrator breaks down prediction markets in new ebook appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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