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Wazdan grows in the Netherlands with Play North deal

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3 years ago

October 3, 2022

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Wazdan, the innovative games provider, has continued to cement its credentials across European markets by completing a deal with leading Dutch operator, Play North.

The agreement sees Wazdan’s pioneering slot content reach more players than ever before, appearing in the offerings of Play North’s brands: Kansino, Pikakasino, and Kiirkasiino.

Popular titles like 9 Burning Dragons, 9 Coins™, Magic Spins™, Sizzling Eggs™, and Sizzling Kingdom™: Bison are now available thanks to the partnership. The deal allows European players, including Dutch residents, to enjoy the provider’s latest engagement-boosting features, such as Collect to Infinity™, Cash Infinity™, and Hold the Jackpot.

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The deal serves as further evidence of Wazdan’s commitment to the Netherland’s iGaming market. The company has recently taken home the title of Best Online Casino Provider from the Central and Eastern European Gaming Awards.

Andrzej Hyla, Chief Commercial Officer at Wazdan, said: “We’re excited by the prospect of further penetrating the Dutch and other European markets with Play North and its numerous casino sites.

“The agreement allows our content to reach a significant number of new players as we look to maintain our impressive growth trajectory and expand our global presence.”

Daphne Xerri, Head of Casino at Play North, said: “By delivering Wazdan’s innovative games to our customers, we stay true to our promise of delivering high-quality, pioneering content to our ecosystem.

“The provider’s games are renowned for their imaginative themes and engagement-boosting features and we look forward to seeing how our players react to the products.”

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Altenar Steps in as General Sponsor of EEGS 2025

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7 hours ago

April 24, 2025

George Miller

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The prestigious Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) is set to welcome Altenar, a prominent sports betting software provider, as a General Sponsor for its 2025 edition. Scheduled for 26th and 27th November at the IEC in Sofia, Bulgaria, this partnership exemplifies Altenar’s unwavering commitment to driving innovation and growth within the gaming and entertainment sectors. This long-standing collaboration has consistently generated mutual benefits and opportunities for both Altenar and the event, as well as for all participants involved.

Altenar continues to deliver top-tier solutions for licensed operators across the globe. From standalone sportsbook offerings to comprehensive turnkey solutions, Altenar combines proven reliability with tailored services to meet diverse client needs.

Since its inception in 2011, Altenar has powered hundreds of online sports betting platforms, while their self-service betting terminals and mobile applications adapt to the evolving demands of operators, leading to a rapidly expanding client portfolio in over 30 countries.

Altenar’s involvement as a sponsor underscores their essential contribution to the overall success of the EEGS, emphasizing a collective dedication to excellence and advancement in the industry. This year’s event promises to be a critical platform for industry leaders, visionaries, and entrepreneurs to discover and discuss the latest trends in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality.

As the foremost conference in the region, the Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) offers an engaging setting for industry pioneers to network, collaborate, and delve into the opportunities shaping the future of gaming and entertainment.

Align your company with this esteemed conference and take advantage of the insights and expertise shared at the event.

Check the available sponsorship options here.

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Tachi Palace Casino trusts Continent 8 to bolster its cybersecurity through advanced managed SOC and SIEM solutions

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8 hours ago

April 24, 2025

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Tachi-Yokut Tribe of Santa Rosa Rancheria-owned and operated casino now equipped with world-leading 24/7/365 monitoring, proactive threat prevention and rapid response capabilities to safeguard its tribal gaming operations

Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions for the tribal gaming industry, is pleased to announce a new cybersecurity agreement with Tachi Palace Casino Resort to oversee and optimize their Security Operations Center (SOC) and Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) cybersecurity operations.

In collaboration with Continent 8 and its cybersecurity division, C8 Secure, Tachi Palace Casino Resort will implement their managed SOC and SIEM services. The customer will gain instant access to a comprehensive SOC and SIEM solution featuring round-the-clock monitoring, sophisticated threat detection to pinpoint anomalies and potential risks, integrated threat intelligence to anticipate evolving threats and an advanced SIEM architecture designed for high-performance analytics and streamlined incident management.

Patrick Gardner, Chief Security Officer at Continent 8 said: “We are honored that Tachi Palace Casino Resort selected Continent 8 through a rigorous selection process as their trusted Managed Security Operations Center partner. As a leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) specializing in the gaming industry, we have deep insight into the unique cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities facing our customers today. Tachi Palace Casino Resort’s proactive commitment to safeguarding their infrastructure demonstrates exceptional leadership and a clear understanding that robust, continuous security is vital for protecting their customers, data and gaming operations.”

Jerad Swimmer, Regional Sales Director at Continent 8 added: “It’s inspiring to see an increasing number of tribal gaming and casino organizations such as Tachi Palace Casino Resort making cybersecurity a core component of their strategic initiatives and organizational culture.

“We are delighted to support Tachi Palace Casino Resort as their trusted MSSP, ensuring a secure and strategic cybersecurity journey.”

David Clark, Information System Director at Tachi Palace Casino Resort said: “I am looking forward to our new partnership with Continent 8 and what the future brings for us.”

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Industry Awards

Harmony Meetup 7 feat. Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025

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9 hours ago

April 24, 2025

George Miller

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BetConstruct proudly announces the Harmony Meetup 7 featuring Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025, set to take place from 8–11 July in Yerevan, Armenia.

The event will present the concept of FTN’s 7 dimensions as a driving force shaping the future of the digital domain.

Alongside the classic categories of the Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards, the team will also introduce new ones that reflect the direction adopted by the company.

Ortak Categories:

Best Ortak Estate Collection
Best Ortak Casino NFT Collection
Best Ortak White-label Unique Collection – Sponsored by VBET – 10 000 FTN prize pool
Best Ortak Snowball Collection – Sponsored by PopOK Gaming – 10 000 FTN prize pool
Best Ortak Partner
Best Ortak Performer
Most Traded NFT Collection
Best Start-up NFT Collection
Most Innovative Business of the Year

FTN Categories:

FTN Innovation of the Year – Sponsored by Fastex – 10 000 FTN prize pool
FTN Casino Supplier of the Year – Sponsored by CreedRoomz – 10 000 FTN prize pool
FTN Casino Operator of the Year
FTN Platform Provider of the Year – Sponsored by BetConstruct – 10 000 FTN prize pool
FTN Game of the Year – Sponsored by Pascal Gaming – 10 000 FTN prize pool
Best FTN Game Design
Best FTN Game Soundtrack
Rising Star in FTN Casino

YoDoor Categories:

Best YoDoor Space Developer Company – Sponsored by YoDoor – 10 000 FTN prize pool
Best YoDoor Casino Space

Participation Rules for All Partners

Rules for Operator Partners

To qualify for participation as Operator Partner, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

have an average monthly invoice of 25,000 FTN;
hold a minimum of two Ortak Snowball Collections;
perform at least one self-initiated campaign utilizing either NFTs or FTN.

Rules for Provider Partners

To qualify for participation as Provider Partner, applicants must have executed two or more FTN-based campaigns in collaboration with Operators.

Also, at least one of the following criteria must be met:

an average of 50% of invoices paid via FTN;
the release of a Yo or FTN-related game;
the issuance of one or more Ortak Multi-Platform Collections.

Within the framework of the Harmony meetup feat. Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025, The Last Battle Universe will release a new Universe level for the partners who choose to pay their employee salaries in FTN.

Dates and Deadlines

The application submission will open on May 15th with a final deadline of May 21st, 2025. All the participants should have completed their applications by the set deadline.

Become a Sponsor

Take part in this landmark event by sponsoring a category!

Industry leaders such as BetConstruct, VBet, PopOK Gaming, Pascal Gaming, CreedRoomz, Fastex, and YoSpace are already confirmed sponsors for various categories of the Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards.

Each has confirmed a 10,000 FTN prize fund for the winner of the category they are sponsoring, which will be allocated towards the winner’s promotion and business growth.

You too can apply and become a sponsor of a category.

Join Harmony Meetup 7 feat. Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025, and discover the 7 dimensions of FTN this July.

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