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Kambi Group plc acquires front end specialist Shape Games
Kambi significantly strengthens capability to deliver engaging and tailored sports betting experiences through addition of industry leading front end supplier
Kambi Group plc, the industry’s trusted sports betting partner, has strengthened its sportsbook proposition with the acquisition of award-winning front end technology specialist Shape Games for an upfront consideration of €38.5 million. The acquisition also includes a performance-related earnout of up to €39.6 million, potentially bringing the total consideration to €78.1 million, all to be paid in cash.
Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Shape Games is the industry’s leading front end provider, focused on driving customer engagement and retention through the delivery of its customisable, fully native frontend technology to leading operators in regulated markets. Shape Games’ growing roster of partners includes Danske Spil and Norsk Tipping, as well as Kambi partners BetWarrior and JACK Entertainment, with each operator leveraging Shape Games’ technology to offer highly differentiated user experiences.
Transaction highlights and strategic rationale
Shape Games’ fully native front end technology complements Kambi’s high performance sportsbook and existing front end capabilities, creating a compelling proposition that will significantly enhance Kambi’s capabilities in the mobile space where the vast majority of sportsbook turnover originates. Combined, Kambi and Shape Games will empower operators to deliver exciting, tailored sports betting experiences to their players like never before.
The sportsbook front end has become a key tool for operators to effectively differentiate their brand, localise their offering and engage players to increase acquisition and retention. Not only does Shape Games provide a best-in-class front end, but its complementary customer engagement capabilities, which include personalisation, loyalty, statistics, and free-to-play games, provides the ability for operators to drive incremental growth and revenue.
The acquisition builds upon an established partnership between the two companies. Kambi and Shape Games have successfully combined on tender processes to secure turnkey contracts and Kambi believes the closer bond this agreement delivers will ultimately lead to greater commercial success for both parties.
The addition of Shape Games marks another important step in Kambi’s strategy, as it extends Kambi’s excellence within the sports betting value chain and enables the delivery of the front end through either turnkey or modularised packages. As such, Shape Games will continue to provide its services on a standalone basis to all operators, but a closer technical and commercial integration with Kambi will enable an enhanced service to be offered to Kambi’s current and future partners. In 2021, Shape Games generated revenue of €7.6 million at an EBITDA of €2.8 million, with 2022 forecast to deliver 100% year-on-year growth following several major partner wins.
Kristian Nylen, Kambi Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder said: “I’ve always been clear on our intention to acquire technology and talent that will complement and enhance our sportsbook proposition, and I have no doubt Shape Games will do just that. Having worked closely with Shape Games and its experienced team over recent years, I have seen first-hand how their technology enables operators to extract the full value of the Kambi sportsbook and provides the level of control operators require to deliver bespoke experiences to their players. While Shape Games will continue to grow and offer services on a standalone basis in line with our plans to offer a suite of modularised products, it is the ability to offer a combination of Kambi’s and Shape Games’ technology to our partners which really excites us and solidifies our position as the clear leader within the sports betting ecosystem.”
Christian Risom, Shape Games Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, said: “We are very happy to join forces with the leading sportsbook provider of the industry. Shape Games and Kambi have been working closely side by side for years now and it is exciting to take this partnership to new levels. Together we will have an unmatched sports betting and casino offering for any market in the world, be it on mobile and web or in retail. Kambi’s modular approach to the market allows us to form a profound and tight-knit integration with their sportsbook all the while pursuing opportunities with other sportsbook partners. From our perspective, this represents the best of both worlds for any customer out there. For me personally, the years we have worked with Kambi were a clear testament to the cultural match between the two organisations as both have a deeply rooted focus on best-in-class technology, customer experience and integrity in everything we do. It has always been great working alongside Kambi as collaborators and I am certain that what lies ahead is even greater.”
Shape Games was founded in 2018 by Risom, Chief Product Officer Nicolas Linde, and Chief Technical Officers Ole Gammelgaard and Philip Bruce, all of whom will continue to lead the company post-acquisition. Shape Games applies the vast front end experience gained from working with companies such as RedBull, Bang & Olufsen and Credit Suisse to the iGaming industry. Shape Games has since won numerous industry awards and several high-profile clients across Europe, North America, and South America. The company has approximately 80 full-time equivalent employees, with offices in Denmark, Spain, the Isle of Man, and Latvia.
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Boomerang Partners
Boomerang Partners prepares a major affiliates activation, TIME TO WIN, as the Year of Sports enters its hot phase
As the global sports calendar enters one of its most intense and opportunity-rich periods, Boomerang Partners is preparing an activation designed to capture the full attention of affiliate teams worldwide. The agency has released a teaser video featuring players from AC Milan, its Official Regional Partner, signaling the upcoming launch of TIME TO WIN — an exclusive initiative built specifically for affiliates.
The video, already sparking anticipation across the industry, delivers two clear messages: TIME TO WIN and Save the date. The full reveal is scheduled for February 12.
More Than a Campaign
Although details remain tightly under wraps, one thing is already evident: TIME TO WIN is not a conventional affiliate campaign or a one-off promotion. The teaser features AC Milan stars Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alexis Saelemaekers, Christian Pulisic, Adrien Rabiot, and Rafael Leão — stopping just short of revealing what’s coming next.
Behind the scenes, TIME TO WIN appears to be a carefully engineered project built at the intersection of elite sport, affiliate expertise, and precise timing. It reflects Boomerang Partners’ long-term strategy of supporting affiliates during the most competitive moments of the sports season, where speed, readiness, and execution make the difference.
Powered by One of Football’s Most Iconic Clubs
The involvement of AC Milan is no coincidence. As Boomerang Partners’ Official Regional Partner, the club plays a central role in the TIME TO WIN concept, bringing global prestige, massive reach, and elite sporting credibility.
This partnership allows affiliate teams to align with one of the most recognizable football brands in the world, blending top-tier football energy with performance-driven marketing opportunities. As part of the broader collaboration, Boomerang Partners and AC Milan are preparing multiple initiatives throughout the season — including exclusive experiences, high-impact campaigns, and the launch of the AC Milan Hub, a dedicated portal centralizing all partnership-related activities.
Preparation Makes the Difference
While the full scope of TIME TO WIN will only be revealed on February 12, affiliates can already prepare by leveraging Boomerang Partners’ Sports Marketing & Betting Calendar 2026. This expert resource is designed to help partners anticipate peak moments, plan campaigns in advance, and make smarter decisions when competition is at its highest.
A Critical Window for Affiliates
The timing of TIME TO WIN aligns perfectly with one of the busiest stretches of the sports year. February and March feature a packed schedule of global events, including:
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The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026
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UEFA Champions League knockout stages
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Men’s Basketball World Cup Qualifiers
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Major tennis tournaments such as Indian Wells and the Miami Open
For affiliate teams, this period demands precision, rapid execution, and well-timed activations — exactly where TIME TO WIN is positioned to deliver a strategic edge.
What Affiliates Can Expect
While Boomerang Partners is keeping the finer details confidential for now, expectations are high. TIME TO WIN is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious and exclusive affiliate activations of the 2026 sports season — a high-impact opportunity designed for teams ready to perform when it matters most.
The wait won’t be long. Full details of TIME TO WIN will go live on February 12 via the Boomerang Partners website.
Stay tuned.
About Boomerang Partners
Boomerang Partners is a fast-growing global marketing agency delivering a wide range of affiliate and entertainment services. An Official Regional Partner of AC Milan, the agency launched the Golden Boomerang Awards in 2024 — a global affiliate tournament that attracted more than 400 teams in its second season in 2025.
Between 2024 and 2025, Boomerang Partners’ clients launched six new products, driving nearly 1.5x growth in product users. The agency’s portfolio includes more than 10 brands operating across 40+ regulated markets, offering personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
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Boomerang Partners
Boomerang Partners prepares a major affiliates activation, TIME TO WIN, as the Year of Sports enters its hot phase
As the global sports season enters one of its peaks, Boomerang Partners is preparing a move designed to attract the full attention of affiliate teams. The company has released a teaser video featuring players of its Official Regional Partner, AC Milan. Thus, it hints at the upcoming launch of TIME TO WIN – an exclusive activation for affiliates.
Not a standard campaign
While full details remain undisclosed, the first glimpse of TIME TO WIN has already set the tone. In the teaser video, AC Milan stars Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alexis Saelemaekers, Christian Pulisic, Adrien Rabiot, and Rafael Leão stop short of revealing anything beyond two signals: TIME TO WIN and Save the date. One thing is already clear: this is not a standard campaign or a one-off activation. Based on our insights, it will be a project built at the intersection of elite sport, affiliate expertise, and a deep understanding of peak interest in major sports events, where speed of execution, precise timing, and strategic readiness define results. Designed with these factors in mind, TIME TO WIN reflects Boomerang Partners’ long-term approach to supporting affiliate partners during the most competitive phases of the sports calendar.
A partnership with one of football’s most iconic clubs
The connection with AC Milan is no coincidence. As Boomerang Partners’ Official Regional Partner, the Club is an integral part of the TIME TO WIN concept, lending its world-class sporting prestige and global reach. This collaboration allows affiliate teams to engage with one of the most recognized football brands in the world, combining the excitement of top-level football with marketing opportunities designed for peak performance.
Through this partnership, Boomerang Partners and AC Milan are preparing a series of initiatives throughout the season, including exclusive experiences, high-impact campaigns, and the launch of the AC Milan Hub – a unique portal providing centralized access to all the activities related to the Boomerang and AC Milan partnership.
Preparation is key
While we don’t yet know exactly what Boomerang Partners will launch on February 12th, we believe the company’s Sports Marketing & Betting Calendar 2026 will assist partners in this regard. This expert guide enables affiliate teams to prepare ahead of the hottest moments of the sports season and make more informed decisions when it matters most.
A peak period for affiliates
The timing of this activation is no coincidence. February and March mark one of the peak periods of the sports season, with major events such as the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, the UEFA Champions League knockout rounds, men’s basketball World Cup Qualifiers, and top-tier tennis tournaments like the Indian Wells Masters and the Miami Open. For affiliate teams, these weeks require careful planning, timely campaign setup, and fast execution. This is exactly the time when participation in TIME TO WIN offers a strategic advantage.
What affiliates can expect
Participation in TIME TO WIN offers affiliate teams a chance to engage with one of the most anticipated initiatives of the 2026 sports season. While full details remain under wraps, the scale and ambition of the activation are already clear: it will be a high-impact, exclusive opportunity that affiliates won’t want to miss.
So what’s coming next? The answer will be revealed on February 12, when full details of the TIME TO WIN activation go live on the Boomerang Partners website. Stay tuned.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global marketing agency offering a wide range of services. Boomerang Partners is an Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards – a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. Partners of the Agency launched six new products in 2024-2025, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.
The agency’s client portfolio contains 10+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
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Boomerang Partners prepares a major affiliates activation, TIME TO WIN, as the Year of Sports enters its hot phase
As the global sports season enters one of its peaks, Boomerang Partners is preparing a move designed to attract the full attention of affiliate teams. The company has released a teaser video featuring players of its Official Regional Partner, AC Milan. Thus, it hints at the upcoming launch of TIME TO WIN – an exclusive activation for affiliates.
Not a standard campaign
While full details remain undisclosed, the first glimpse of TIME TO WIN has already set the tone. In the teaser video, AC Milan stars Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alexis Saelemaekers, Christian Pulisic, Adrien Rabiot, and Rafael Leão stop short of revealing anything beyond two signals: TIME TO WIN and Save the date. One thing is already clear: this is not a standard campaign or a one-off activation. Based on our insights, it will be a project built at the intersection of elite sport, affiliate expertise, and a deep understanding of peak interest in major sports events, where speed of execution, precise timing, and strategic readiness define results. Designed with these factors in mind, TIME TO WIN reflects Boomerang Partners’ long-term approach to supporting affiliate partners during the most competitive phases of the sports calendar.
A partnership with one of football’s most iconic clubs
The connection with AC Milan is no coincidence. As Boomerang Partners’ Official Regional Partner, the Club is an integral part of the TIME TO WIN concept, lending its world-class sporting prestige and global reach. This collaboration allows affiliate teams to engage with one of the most recognized football brands in the world, combining the excitement of top-level football with marketing opportunities designed for peak performance.
Through this partnership, Boomerang Partners and AC Milan are preparing a series of initiatives throughout the season, including exclusive experiences, high-impact campaigns, and the launch of the AC Milan Hub – a unique portal providing centralized access to all the activities related to the Boomerang and AC Milan partnership.
Preparation is key
While we don’t yet know exactly what Boomerang Partners will launch on February 12th, we believe the company’s Sports Marketing & Betting Calendar 2026 will assist partners in this regard. This expert guide enables affiliate teams to prepare ahead of the hottest moments of the sports season and make more informed decisions when it matters most.
A peak period for affiliates
The timing of this activation is no coincidence. February and March mark one of the peak periods of the sports season, with major events such as the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, the UEFA Champions League knockout rounds, men’s basketball World Cup Qualifiers, and top-tier tennis tournaments like the Indian Wells Masters and the Miami Open. For affiliate teams, these weeks require careful planning, timely campaign setup, and fast execution. This is exactly the time when participation in TIME TO WIN offers a strategic advantage.
What affiliates can expect
Participation in TIME TO WIN offers affiliate teams a chance to engage with one of the most anticipated initiatives of the 2026 sports season. While full details remain under wraps, the scale and ambition of the activation are already clear: it will be a high-impact, exclusive opportunity that affiliates won’t want to miss.
So what’s coming next? The answer will be revealed on February 12, when full details of the TIME TO WIN activation go live on the Boomerang Partners website. Stay tuned.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global marketing agency offering a wide range of services. Boomerang Partners is an Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards – a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. Partners of the Agency launched six new products in 2024-2025, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.
The agency’s client portfolio contains 10+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
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