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Relax Gaming debuts in Serbia with Meridian Gaming

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2 years ago

March 9, 2022

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Relax Gaming, the igaming aggregator and supplier of unique content, has agreed a deal to supply operator group Meridian Gaming with its portfolio of tier-one games, making the provider’s titles available in the Serbian market for the first time.

The operator’s international customer-base will now be able to enjoy fan favourite titles such as Temple Tumble, Beast Mode and the blockbuster hit, Money Train 2.

As well as benefiting from Relax’s premium in-house catalogue Meridian will also gain access to content from Relax’s 50-plus hand-picked studio partners. made possible by its hugely successful Powered By Relax and Silver Bullet partnership programmes.

Marking the latest new market entrance for Relax in Serbia, the supplier and operator group expect to continue their expansion in the near future, with Meridian licensed across multiple European markets, including Malta jurisdictions, Belgium and the Balkans in Europe.

In total, Meridan offers its products and services to players across 15 jurisdictions and boasts a strong retail presence with upward of 1000 shops worldwide.

Commenting on the deal, Nadiya Attard, CCO at Relax Gaming, said: “We’re delighted to make our first appearance in the Serbian market with Meridian Gaming. The operator boasts an impressive reach across three continents and this deal gives us a real boost as we look to make a statement in this region.

“This is the ideal move to ensure we continue to drive differentiation on the global stage and we look forward to a long and positive relationship with Meridian so ensure we both accomplish that.”

Alexia Smilovic Ronde, Chief Regulatory Officer at Relax Gaming, added: “Serbia is an emerging market with a stable regulatory framework and a rapid growth of its online gambling segment since 2019, which is promising for our future developments in the region. In short, this is an incredibly exciting move for both Relax and Meridian that we are confident will prove fruitful.”

Milan Djurmez, Head of Online Casino at Meridian Gaming, said: “Relax’s innovative slot offering brings immersive and engaging products to a wide range of players, and we’re delighted to say that will include our own customers as a result of this deal.

“We are extremely excited to see how our customers react to having all these new, ground-breaking titles at their fingertips.”

Relax now offers its partners more than 3,000 online casino games, featuring headline slots from its in-house studios along with a vast collection of content aggregated through its Silver Bullet and Powered By Relax partnership programmes.

Recognised by the industry as a true driver of differentiation, Relax Gaming has won a host of industry honours in recognition of its innovative approach.

The studio celebrated more than 15 major award wins last year, including “Casino Content Supplier” at the 2021 EGR Nordic Awards, as well as “Casino Software Supplier” and “Innovation in Mobile” at the EGR B2B 2021 Awards.

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Wazdan adds to Croatian presence with SuperSport tie-up

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

George Miller

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Wazdan, the gain-focused developer behind some of the world’s most rewarding casino game experiences, has gone live with SuperSport, expanding its foothold in Croatia.

As part of the agreement, an initial tranche of games go live with the operator, including its top-performing hits such as 9 Coins™ Grand Gold Edition, 9 Lions, 12 Coins™ and Burning Sun™, with more titles set to be uploaded in batches at a later stage.

Thanks to the new deal, SuperSport’s players can now enjoy the provider’s renowned mechanics including Cash Infinity™, Sticky to Infinity™ and Hold the Jackpot™, which deliver proven results to operators.

With over 20 years of experience in the betting and gaming industry, SuperSport’s online platform is a market leader in Croatia and is now set to benefit from Wazdan’s pristine titles.

The Balkans have remained a key growth area for Wazdan as it continues to expand across regulated markets worldwide.

Radka Bacheva, Sales and Business Development at Wazdan: “Marking another step in our growth strategy, the Balkans have quickly emerged as one of the most exciting markets in Europe and we are delighted to bring our dynamic titles to SuperSport, a market leader in Croatia.

“Through our engagement-boosting features, we can guarantee an unmatched gaming experience to its players and can’t wait to see how they react.”

Robert Milic, Head of Games at SuperSport said: “Wazdan’s award-winning features and titles add real value to our offering, so we are thrilled to bring an influx of its games to our players.

“As a market leader in Croatia, it is imperative that our content remains of the highest calibre and genuinely excites players. By forging agreements with providers such as Wazdan, we can achieve this whilst elevating our position in the industry to new heights.”

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Bulgarian President Approves Gambling Law Amendments

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

Niji Narayan

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Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has decided not to veto the proposed amendments to the Gambling Law, which include a prohibition on gambling advertisements in the media.

Previously, President Radev had indicated that he was deliberating on the changes to the Gambling Law and was awaiting input from his advisors before making a final decision.

The prohibition on gambling advertisements in the media was approved by a significant majority of deputies during the final session of the 49th National Assembly. Despite objections raised by various media outlets, gambling operators, sports clubs, and other businesses between the readings, the amendments were endorsed. Some stakeholders argued against the ban, suggesting that public discussion should precede its adoption.

The initiative for the amendments originated from GERB and DPS, and it was introduced unexpectedly during the last days of the 49th National Assembly by Yordan Tsonev (DPS) and Temenuzka Petkova (GERB). The bill swiftly progressed through the legislative process, passing its first reading in the budget committee and subsequently receiving approval in the plenary session. An extraordinary meeting of the Committee on Budget and Finance was convened to facilitate the voting on the amendments before the deputies commenced their pre-election recess.

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SOFTSWISS Expands to Bulgaria: European Growth Through Partnership

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6 days ago

May 13, 2024

George Miller

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SOFTSWISS, a leading iGaming software provider, entered the Bulgarian market through a partnership with operator Topwin.bg. This strategic move strengthens and expands the SOFTSWISS brand in Europe.

SOFTSWISS has secured certification from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) for use in the Bulgarian market, ensuring all technical and legal requirements are met. The partner utilises the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform, the Sportsbook, the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, and Affilka, all fully prepared and technically optimised for this local market.

According to Statista.com, revenue in the Bulgarian iGaming sector is projected to reach €134.60m in 2024. SOFTSWISS has facilitated its partners’ entry into Bulgaria by adapting its products and obtaining the necessary local certifications.

“Entering the Bulgarian market marks a significant milestone for us, as our products are now recognised in another EU country. This expansion aligns with our global development strategy to broaden the SOFTSWISS brand’s presence in local markets. Our partnership with TopWin has deepened our understanding of this market and presents mutual growth opportunities,” says Vitali Matsukevich, COO at SOFTSWISS.

Krasimir Tokushev, CEO of ‘Golden City 7’, the holder of the licence for Topwin.bg comments: “Partnering with the well-established SOFTSWISS products is a significant advancement for us. This collaboration will elevate our platform to new heights, and we are confident that our Bulgarian players will be delighted with the enhanced gaming experience.”

SOFTSWISS has several international and national licences and certifications, including a recent South African licence acquired through the purchase of a majority stake in Turfsport.

The company is actively expanding into new markets. This year, the focus is on the LatAm market, where the company has strengthened its presence by appointing Rubens Barrichello as its Non-Executive Director in Latin America.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international tech company supplying software solutions for managing iGaming projects. The expert team, which counts over 2,000 employees, is based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides one-stop-shop iGaming software solutions. The company has a vast product portfolio, including the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with thousands of casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook Platform, and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS was the first in the world to introduce a Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution.