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RUAIRI BOYLE JOINS INSIDE THE POCKET AS CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER

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Leading free-to-play aggregator secures key CCO talent in the shape of Playtech’s former Commercial Director

Inside The Pocket (ITP), the leading free-to-play (F2P) aggregation platform, has appointed Ruairi Boyle to the new role of Chief Commercial Officer, as it bids to extend its presence and influence across the industry.

Boyle arrives at Inside The Pocket after a successful stint at Playtech, where he proved himself in a similar senior commercial capacity, having taken the reins as Commercial Director for the igaming powerhouse over the previous seven years. There, he diligently built the brand’s reputation in global gaming markets, with a keen eye for strategy and new sales across digital and land-based international markets.

The Irishman is also an industry veteran across an array of decision-making roles – notably at brands such as Ladbrokes, Genting and BoyleSports – where his flair for strategy, commercial negotiations and product planning for sportsbooks afforded him prescient player-focussed acumen around the merits of sports betting engagement.

Now Boyle brings those skills to bear at the sports betting sector’s pre-eminent free-to-play aggregation platform. He will be responsible for managing ITP’s existing partners – which include the multi-award-winning likes of Low6, Incentive Games, Thunderbite, PunditLeague and BOA Gaming – and securing the expansion of Inside The Pocket’s dedicated F2P skill set into international territories.

Inside The Pocket is committed to being a flexible customer acquisition and retention tool, driving engagement through a range of games whose formats responsibly acquire and retain customers at low cost but also remain fully compliant as regulation continues to roll out across regions from the U.S. to Asia, Africa and LatAm. Its agnostic platform offers a strategic solution which works territory-by-territory, educating uninitiated audiences with fully-integrated games.

Ruairi Boyle, Chief Commercial Officer at ITP, said: “I’ve always based my business relationships on the ability to add value. Working with Hussain at ITP, I’ve already been hugely impressed by the technical excellence of the games assembled, while we are currently benefiting from massive momentum across the industry from data provider, to sportsbooks, to platform, and to operators. ICE London provided early consolidation of that fact. I’m absolutely thrilled with our pipeline, alongside our combined contacts in the sports and sports betting space. ITP are trusted, respected and on a tear. I can’t back a stronger story than that.”

Hussain Naqi, founder and CEO of Inside The Pocket, added: “We were naturally delighted Ruairi joined the ITP team ahead of ICE London and I’m pleased to say we’ve hit the ground running ever since. His experience and Rolodex of contacts in sales and business development are second to none. I have no doubt he’ll be a true asset to both ITP and all our progressive book of clients, as we bid to broaden our global footprint. Consequently, it’s a timely moment for new partners to discover how a single integration with ITP can open up the entire free-to-play marketplace.”

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Hell Clock targets PS5 and Xbox Series X|S launch on July 14 alongside Cursed War expansion

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Rogue Snail and Mad Mushroom moved the console release from June 2 to avoid Path of Exile’s Return of the Ancients update.

Hell Clock will launch on PlayStation 5 and XBox Series X|S on July 14, 2026, with its first major expansion, Cursed War, releasing the same day on consoles and Steam, according to Rogue Snail and publisher Mad Mushroom.

The date was disclosed during the Latin American Games Showcase alongside a new trailer focused on skills coming in Cursed War: youtu.be/cUWtDLd_u6Y.

Rogue Snail said the console edition and expansion were originally planned for a June 2 launch, but were shifted to avoid Path of Exile’s recent Return of the Ancients update.

Cursed War adds a new story act set during the Paraguayan War of 1864–1870, plus “over 10 new environments,” additional skills and relics, new bosses, and new endgame systems including Endless Nightmares and the full version of Ascension, the company said.

Hell Clock is set against a dark fantasy take on real Brazilian history, including the late 19th century War of Canudos, and is built around ARPG progression with roguelike run structure and build customization.

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Where to Drive Tier-1 Sport Traffic in June World Cup & N1 Sport Promo

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June offers one of the biggest traffic opportunities of 2026. The start of the FIFA World Cup, combined with the NBA Finals, Formula 1 races, Wimbledon, UFC Freedom 250, and major esports tournaments, creates a unique environment for affiliates looking to scale sports and prediction traffic.

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 driving global attention and audience engagement to seasonal highs, N1 Partners is launching the N1 Sport Promo from June 10 to July 20 to help affiliates maximise results during the busiest period of the sports calendar. 

Key Sports Events in June

N1 Partners team has selected the most important events of the month to help affiliates plan campaigns and drive traffic effectively.

Soccer

The FIFA World Cup dominates the sports calendar and is expected to generate the highest engagement levels of the year.

11.06–19.07 | FIFA World Cup 2026

Key opening-stage matches:

  • 11.06 | Mexico vs South Africa
  • 12.06 | Canada vs Bosnia
  • 13.06 | USA vs Paraguay
  • 14.06 | Brazil vs Morocco
  • 14.06 | Germany vs Curacao
  • 15.06 | Netherlands vs Japan
  • 16.06 | France vs Senegal
  • 17.06 | Argentina vs Algeria
  • 18.06 | England vs Croatia
  • 20.06 | Netherlands vs Sweden
  • 21.06 | Germany vs Ivory Coast
  • 24.06 | England vs Ghana
  • 25.06 | Scotland vs Brazil
  • 26.06 | Ecuador vs Germany
  • 27.06 | Uruguay vs Spain
  • 28.06–04.07 | FIFA World Cup Round of 32

MMA 

UFC Freedom 250 will make history as the first UFC event ever held at the White House. Set against one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, the event will bring together elite fighters, championship bouts, and a unique atmosphere to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

  • 14.06 | UFC Freedom 250

Basketball

The NBA Finals remain one of the strongest traffic drivers for North American audiences. 

  • 04.06–20.06 | NBA Finals Series Begins

Tennis

June combines the final stages of Roland Garros with the beginning of the grass-court season and Wimbledon.

  • 08.06–14.06 | WTA London
  • 29.06–12.07 | Wimbledon

Formula 1

In June, Formula 1 continues to generate stable engagement from dedicated sports audiences.

  • 14.06 | Barcelona Grand Prix
  • 28.06 | Austrian Grand Prix

Esports

Major CS2 tournaments continue attracting valuable younger audiences across Tier-1 markets.

  • 02.06–21.06 | IEM Cologne 2026

Cricket

Cricket remains one of the most important verticals for many Tier-1 GEOs.

  • 09.06 | Bangladesh vs Australia (ODI)
  • 11.06 | Bangladesh vs Australia (ODI)
  • 25.06 | England vs New Zealand (Test Series)

How to maximize results from event-driven traffic

June is the beginning of the most anticipated sporting event of the year. With the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicking off alongside the NBA Finals, Wimbledon, Formula 1 races, and IEM Cologne, affiliates have access to a constant stream of high-intent traffic opportunities.

For partners working with N1 Bet, RollXO, and Lucky Hunter via N1 Partners, this creates favourable conditions to attract new players, increase FTD volumes, and scale campaigns across Tier-1 GEOs.

To make the most of June traffic:

  • prioritize World Cup matches and key tournament stages that naturally generate the highest audience engagement;
  • prepare event-specific creatives and landing pages, and build content and advertising funnels around match predictions, odds, and tournament storylines.
  • increase budgets during high-profile fixtures and knockout rounds;
  • test both Sports Betting and Prediction Market offers to capture different audience segments;
  • monitor performance daily and scale winning campaigns quickly while demand remains high.

June sports traffic insights

June is all about momentum. This period combines multiple large-scale events running simultaneously, creating continuous demand across different sports audiences.

The FIFA World Cup opening weeks are expected to drive the highest engagement, fuelled by match predictions, team analysis, odds, and live betting. While football will dominate traffic, tennis, Formula 1, esports, and basketball offer valuable diversification and additional scaling opportunities throughout the month.

Affiliates who react quickly to event-driven demand and adapt campaigns to specific sports audiences are likely to see the strongest results during June and the opening stages of the World Cup.

Top promos for N1 Partners projects in June

Every month, N1 Partners launches a series of seasonal promotions across key brands to help partners increase conversions and maximise the value of the traffic they drive to these offers.

Golden Rush Lottery (RollXO, N1 Bet)
Period: 03.06–23.06
Prize pool: €120,000

Summer Rush Lottery (RetroBet, Jet4Bet, Spirit Casino, SlotLounge)
Period: 09.06–14.06
Prize pool: €30,000

Hall of Champions Tournament (Goldex Casino)
Period: 11.06–14.06
Prize pool: €1,500 + 1,000 FS

Celestial Constellation Lottery (Lucky Hunter)
Period: 12.06–21.06
Prize pool: €5,000 + 2,000 FS

Trophy Chase Lottery (SlotLords, SlotsMines)
Period: 17.06–23.06
Prize pool: €7,000 + 3,000 FS

Wanna learn more? Contact your manager right now!

Join N1 Partners

N1 Partners is a multi-brand affiliate program and direct advertiser, bringing together 14+ casino and betting brands with high LTV and Reg2Dep rates in Tier-1 GEOs.

N1 Partners offers competitive terms for top partners, including CPA up to €700 and RevShare up to 55%, ensuring stable and scalable performance.

Trusted by 14,000+ partners, N1 Partners stands out for its transparency, flexibility, and focus on long-term partnerships, supported by a strong product portfolio and advanced retention systems.

Haven’t joined N1 Partners yet? Contact the manager, get involved and make the most of the 2026 sports season.

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Where to Drive Tier-1 Sport Traffic in June World Cup & N1 Sport Promo

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June offers one of the biggest traffic opportunities of 2026. The start of the FIFA World Cup, combined with the NBA Finals, Formula 1 races, Wimbledon, UFC Freedom 250, and major esports tournaments, creates a unique environment for affiliates looking to scale sports and prediction traffic.

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 driving global attention and audience engagement to seasonal highs, N1 Partners is launching the N1 Sport Promo from June 10 to July 20 to help affiliates maximise results during the busiest period of the sports calendar. 

Key Sports Events in June

N1 Partners team has selected the most important events of the month to help affiliates plan campaigns and drive traffic effectively.

Soccer

The FIFA World Cup dominates the sports calendar and is expected to generate the highest engagement levels of the year.

11.06–19.07 | FIFA World Cup 2026

Key opening-stage matches:

  • 11.06 | Mexico vs South Africa
  • 12.06 | Canada vs Bosnia
  • 13.06 | USA vs Paraguay
  • 14.06 | Brazil vs Morocco
  • 14.06 | Germany vs Curacao
  • 15.06 | Netherlands vs Japan
  • 16.06 | France vs Senegal
  • 17.06 | Argentina vs Algeria
  • 18.06 | England vs Croatia
  • 20.06 | Netherlands vs Sweden
  • 21.06 | Germany vs Ivory Coast
  • 24.06 | England vs Ghana
  • 25.06 | Scotland vs Brazil
  • 26.06 | Ecuador vs Germany
  • 27.06 | Uruguay vs Spain
  • 28.06–04.07 | FIFA World Cup Round of 32

MMA 

UFC Freedom 250 will make history as the first UFC event ever held at the White House. Set against one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, the event will bring together elite fighters, championship bouts, and a unique atmosphere to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

  • 14.06 | UFC Freedom 250

Basketball

The NBA Finals remain one of the strongest traffic drivers for North American audiences. 

  • 04.06–20.06 | NBA Finals Series Begins

Tennis

June combines the final stages of Roland Garros with the beginning of the grass-court season and Wimbledon.

  • 08.06–14.06 | WTA London
  • 29.06–12.07 | Wimbledon

Formula 1

In June, Formula 1 continues to generate stable engagement from dedicated sports audiences.

  • 14.06 | Barcelona Grand Prix
  • 28.06 | Austrian Grand Prix

Esports

Major CS2 tournaments continue attracting valuable younger audiences across Tier-1 markets.

  • 02.06–21.06 | IEM Cologne 2026

Cricket

Cricket remains one of the most important verticals for many Tier-1 GEOs.

  • 09.06 | Bangladesh vs Australia (ODI)
  • 11.06 | Bangladesh vs Australia (ODI)
  • 25.06 | England vs New Zealand (Test Series)

How to maximize results from event-driven traffic

June is the beginning of the most anticipated sporting event of the year. With the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicking off alongside the NBA Finals, Wimbledon, Formula 1 races, and IEM Cologne, affiliates have access to a constant stream of high-intent traffic opportunities.

For partners working with N1 Bet, RollXO, and Lucky Hunter via N1 Partners, this creates favourable conditions to attract new players, increase FTD volumes, and scale campaigns across Tier-1 GEOs.

To make the most of June traffic:

  • prioritize World Cup matches and key tournament stages that naturally generate the highest audience engagement;
  • prepare event-specific creatives and landing pages, and build content and advertising funnels around match predictions, odds, and tournament storylines.
  • increase budgets during high-profile fixtures and knockout rounds;
  • test both Sports Betting and Prediction Market offers to capture different audience segments;
  • monitor performance daily and scale winning campaigns quickly while demand remains high.

June sports traffic insights

June is all about momentum. This period combines multiple large-scale events running simultaneously, creating continuous demand across different sports audiences.

The FIFA World Cup opening weeks are expected to drive the highest engagement, fuelled by match predictions, team analysis, odds, and live betting. While football will dominate traffic, tennis, Formula 1, esports, and basketball offer valuable diversification and additional scaling opportunities throughout the month.

Affiliates who react quickly to event-driven demand and adapt campaigns to specific sports audiences are likely to see the strongest results during June and the opening stages of the World Cup.

Top promos for N1 Partners projects in June

Every month, N1 Partners launches a series of seasonal promotions across key brands to help partners increase conversions and maximise the value of the traffic they drive to these offers.

Golden Rush Lottery (RollXO, N1 Bet)
Period: 03.06–23.06
Prize pool: €120,000

Summer Rush Lottery (RetroBet, Jet4Bet, Spirit Casino, SlotLounge)
Period: 09.06–14.06
Prize pool: €30,000

Hall of Champions Tournament (Goldex Casino)
Period: 11.06–14.06
Prize pool: €1,500 + 1,000 FS

Celestial Constellation Lottery (Lucky Hunter)
Period: 12.06–21.06
Prize pool: €5,000 + 2,000 FS

Trophy Chase Lottery (SlotLords, SlotsMines)
Period: 17.06–23.06
Prize pool: €7,000 + 3,000 FS

Wanna learn more? Contact your manager right now!

Join N1 Partners

N1 Partners is a multi-brand affiliate program and direct advertiser, bringing together 14+ casino and betting brands with high LTV and Reg2Dep rates in Tier-1 GEOs.

N1 Partners offers competitive terms for top partners, including CPA up to €700 and RevShare up to 55%, ensuring stable and scalable performance.

Trusted by 14,000+ partners, N1 Partners stands out for its transparency, flexibility, and focus on long-term partnerships, supported by a strong product portfolio and advanced retention systems.

Haven’t joined N1 Partners yet? Contact the manager, get involved and make the most of the 2026 sports season.

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