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BRAGG GAMING GROUP REPORTS RECORD THIRD QUARTER RESULTS AS REVENUE RISES 62.3% TO €20.9 MILLION (USD $20.9 MILLION)

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Bragg Gaming Group, a global B2B gaming technology and content provider, today reported record financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022. The Company also provided an update on its strategic growth initiatives, reiterated its full year 2022 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance and established initial growth targets for 2023 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA.

Summary of 3Q22 Financial and Operational Highlights

Euros (millions)(1) 3Q22   3Q21 Change  
Revenue 20.9   12.9   62.3 %
Gross profit 10.4   6.6   58.0 %
Gross profit margin   50.0 %   51.4 % -137 bps
Adjusted EBITDA(2) 2.2   1.5   51.6 %
Adjusted EBITDA margin   10.7 %   11.5 % -76 bps
Wagering revenue 4.6 B 3.2 B 42.4 %

 

  • Bragg’s reporting currency is Euros. The exchange rate provided is US$1.00 = €1.00. Due to fluctuating currency exchange rates, this reference rate is provided for convenience only.
  • Adjusted EBITDA is a non-IFRS For important information on the Company’s non-IFRS measures, see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” below.

Chief Executive Officer Commentary

“Our record third quarter results reflect significant year-over-year revenue, gross profit and Adjusted EBITDA growth highlighting our progress in providing value-added content and services to a growing global base of customers across regulated iGaming markets, including in North America,” said Yaniv Sherman, Chief Executive Officer for Bragg. “In the third quarter of 2022, we generated third quarter records for revenue of

€20.9 million (USD $20.9 million), gross profit of €10.4 million (USD $10.4 million), gross profit margin of 50.0%, and Adjusted EBITDA of €2.2 million (USD $2.2 million). Our operating momentum has been consistent throughout the year as for the first nine months of 2022 revenue, gross profit and Adjusted EBITDA have improved significantly, compared to the same period in 2021.

“We continue to make steady progress on our strategic initiatives, including the development of new proprietary content, securing exclusive distribution agreements for popular third-party content and expanding our customer base and the number of markets we serve, including the Dutch market where we have established a leading position following our launch with multiple operators since the market opened. We have also integrated the Wild Streak Gaming and Spin Games acquisitions, established two new in-house game studios, and adjusted other areas throughout the organization to further streamline our operations and better position Bragg to scale as a global business.

“As a content-led business, we are focused on accelerating the number of proprietary games we develop and growing the number of exclusive third-party games from leading studios, such as Sega Sammy Creation, Bluberi and Bally’s Interactive’s Gaming Arts and King Show Games studios, we can offer our customers. Our library of proprietary and exclusive third-party games has grown consistently throughout 2022 and that growth will accelerate in 2023 and beyond. We also continue to further differentiate our content library through new exclusive iGaming content distribution agreements with leading third-party game development studios. Our expanding library of proprietary and exclusive third-party content will serve us well as we deploy these new games over our newer tech stack with customers in markets we already serve, as well as when we enter new markets, particularly in North America.”

Mr. Sherman concluded, “Our positive Adjusted EBITDA, combined with capital we raised in the third quarter positions us to continue to invest to drive further growth. Reflecting our strong performance through the first nine months of the year and our expectations for consistent operating execution in the fourth quarter, we are reiterating our guidance for 2022 full year revenue and Adjusted EBITDA. Looking ahead, we expect our consistent execution against our strategy and growth initiatives will drive further revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth in 2023. Our expectation that we will continue to deliver top-line and Adjusted EBITDA growth in what is currently a highly dynamic and volatile environment is a testament to our team members ability to execute on our focused strategies, which positions us well to deliver near- and long-term shareholder value.”

Third Quarter 2022 and Recent Business Highlights

  • Since July 1, 2022, Bragg’s new Remote Game Server (“RGS”), powered by the Oryx tech stack, has gone live in Connecticut and Ontario as well as in Michigan where the Company’s new proprietary, US-focused content is live with three major iGaming operators.
  • In September, Bragg raised net proceeds of USD $8.4 million of growth capital through an investment by Lind Global Fund II LP in the form of a USD $8.7 million convertible debt security which has a face value of USD $10.0 million.
  • In September, the Company entered into an iGaming content development partnership with Bally’s Interactive (formally Gamesys), pursuant to which Bally’s Interactive online brands such as Virgin Casino, JackpotJoy and Vera&John will launch content from Bragg’s proprietary slots studios along with a range of exclusive proprietary and third-party titles from Bragg’s existing and future portfolio. Bragg will also distribute titles on an exclusive basis via its RGS from a select number of Bally’s Interactive’s third-party partner studios, marking a new and exclusive distribution channel for iGaming content from certain developers including Gaming Arts and King Show Games.
  • In October, Bragg entered into an agreement with Sega Sammy Creation (“SSC”) for the exclusive rights to distribute select titles from SSC’s popular content portfolio to iGaming operators in the U.S., U.K. and other global markets.

Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results and other Key Metrics Highlights

  • Revenue increased by 3% to €20.9 million (USD $20.9 million) compared to €12.9 million (USD$12.9 million) in 3Q21.
  • Wagering revenue generated by customers of €4.6 billion (USD $4.6 billion) increased from €3.2 billion (USD $3.2 billion) in Wagering revenue in 3Q22 reflects a change in product mix towards turn-key customers (Player Account Management or PAM), managed services and proprietary content, resulting in improved gross profit and Adjusted EBITDA.
  • Gross profit increased 58% to €10.4 million (USD $10.4 million) from €6.6 million (USD $6.6 million) in 3Q21, representing a gross profit margin of 50.0%.
  • Net loss for the period was €2.0 million (USD $2.0 million), an improvement from a net loss of €2.5 million (USD $2.5 million) in 3Q21, primarily due to higher gross profit that was offset by an increase in IT and hosting costs, professional fees, transnational and exceptional costs, sales and marketing expense and higher depreciation and amortization.
    • Adjusted EBITDA was €2.2 million (USD $2.2 million), an increase of 6% compared to €1.5 million (USD $1.5 million) in 3Q21, representing an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.7%.
  • Cash and cash equivalents as of September 30, 2022 was €17.2 million (USD $17.2 million) which reflects in part the €8.3million (USD $8.4 million) in net proceeds from the convertible debt security issued in September.

Full Year 2022 Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA Guidance

Reflecting its expectation for continued steady operating performance in 4Q22, Bragg reiterated its outlook for 2022 full year expected revenue and Adjusted EBITDA of €76-80 million (USD $76-80 million) and €10-11 million (USD $10-11 million), respectively. The midpoints of the 2022 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA guidance ranges represent growth of 34% and 46%, respectively, over the reported full year 2021 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA. Bragg also provided an initial expectation for 2023 full year revenue growth of low double- digit percentage and for 2023 full year Adjusted EBITDA growth of at least 20%.

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Bragg Gaming Group Signs Deal with SuomiVeto

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Bragg Gaming Group has signed a comprehensive Player Account Management (PAM) platform and turnkey solution agreement with SuomiVeto, a market entrant led by the successful founders of BetCity.nl.

The long-term agreement will see Bragg provide SuomiVeto access to its proprietary PAM platform, a vast portfolio of exclusive and aggregated casino games, a fully managed sportsbook, award-winning Fuze Player Engagement tools and comprehensive managed marketing and operational services.

This partnership is strategically focused on positioning SuomiVeto as a leading operator, and Bragg as a leading supplier, in the newly regulated Finnish iGaming market when it launches. The market is scheduled to “go live” for private operators on July 1, 2027, following the opening of the license application window in March 2026.

In January 2026, Bragg announced an ambitious AI transformation plan, targeting it becoming an AI-First company by 2027. In line with the Company’s previously announced “AI-First” initiatives, Bragg is developing technology aimed at assisting operators in meeting expected regulatory requirements in Finland. Through the “Bragg AI Brain” and its technical partnership with Golden Whale, the Company provides predictive modeling designed to monitor player behaviour.

Matevž Mazij, Chief Executive Officer for Bragg Gaming Group, said: “Securing this PAM and full turnkey solution deal with SuomiVeto is a major strategic milestone for Bragg, establishing a strong position as an iGaming supplier in Finland well ahead of the market’s upcoming liberalization. We are focusing our efforts on supporting premier partners in high-growth regulated markets, and Finland represents the next major European opportunity. The fact that the SuomiVeto team is composed of the same successful founders behind BetCity.nl, a success story from the regulation of the Dutch iGaming market and a long-standing Bragg partner, underscores their vision and our platform’s proven ability to deliver market-leading results. This partnership is a testament to the power of our complete platform, content, and player engagement ecosystem, and we are confident in SuomiVeto’s ability to capture significant market share when the new licensing regime goes live.”

Melvin Bostelaar, Co-founder of Suomiveto, said: “After the successful journey with BetCity, we are once again partnering with Bragg, a platform provider operating at the very top of the industry. Their premium technology and scalable infrastructure give us the foundation to build another market leader. Finland is next.”

Joey Singels, Co-founder of Suomiveto, said: “Our successful collaboration with Bragg in the Dutch regulated market gives us strong confidence as we begin a new venture in Finland. Together, we believe we can build an exciting brand that will undoubtedly establish a strong market presence.”

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Bragg Gaming Announces Strategic Partnership with Golden Whale Productions

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The Bragg Gaming Group has announced a strategic partnership with Golden Whale Productions (Golden Whale), a recognized leader in iGaming data science.

This collaboration directly supports the Company’s current strategic objectives of utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to drive cost efficiencies and improve operational excellence and marks a major milestone in Bragg’s roadmap to becoming a fully AI-First company by 2027.

As part of the agreement, Bragg will leverage Golden Whale’s advanced machine learning and proprietary AI models, called Foundation, to enhance the predictive intelligence capabilities of the Bragg Player Account Management (PAM) platform.

As a direct benefit of this partnership and a crucial value differentiator in the market, all Bragg’s current and future platform customers will have the ability to see the benefits of AI-powered predictive intelligence first hand through a proof of concept – proof of value type engagement.

This will provide the clearest illustration to partners that the system is robust and can meet any demands made – representing a crucial operational advantage which can be leveraged by the Company in its 30+ regulated markets.

Building the Bragg AI Brain

“This partnership serves as a foundational step in the development of what we call the Bragg AI Brain, a data-driven artificial intelligence engine designed to power smarter decisions and intelligent products across the Bragg’s Ecosystem,” said Luka Pataky, Bragg’s Executive VP of AI and Innovation.

By integrating Golden Whale’s specialized modeling, Bragg aims to enrich its Predictive Intelligence Layer, enabling the automation of complex workflows, optimization of player incentives and the delivery of hyper-personalized player experiences.

“Partnering with Golden Whale is a major step forward in our strategy to maximize the value of our player base. As we move to reinforce Bragg’s roots and provide long-term business stability, this partnership allows us to further leverage technology efficiencies through the greater proliferation of artificial intelligence. By fuelling the exploitation of AI-led technologies, we are creating opportunities to reduce costs and foster greater improvements to our operational leverage, ensuring excellence across the business,” said Matevž Mazij, Chief Executive Officer at Bragg.

Data-Driven Operational Excellence

The initiative is designed to validate and deploy the most accurate predictive models in the market. Rigorous testing and data modelling approaches aim to achieve precise forecasting in key metrics, including predicting revenue potential at 30-day, 90-day, and 1-year intervals. Furthermore, the system will identify player departure probability windows at 3-day, 7-day, 14-day, and 30-day markers, allowing for proactive retention strategies. These insights will be integrated into Bragg’s operational platform, empowering marketing and operational teams with real-time, actionable data.

“This will allow for the deployment of automated, personalized and most relevant retention and reactivation campaigns and recommendations, directly addressing the Company’s objective to increase proprietary content revenue and expand revenue contribution through optimized partnerships,” added Mr. Mazij.

Golden Whale Productions utilizes AI and machine learning to drive significant growth uplifts based on proven, real-life results. Specifically, their approach has demonstrated a 140% accumulated growth acceleration, representing compound growth achieved within a 12-month period. On a campaign level, the platform delivers a 6% to 20% uplift while simultaneously achieving a 20% reduction in bonus costs. These improvements allow for an immediate return on investment without the need for new tools or workflows.

Eberhard Dürrschmid, CEO of Golden Whale Productions, said: “We are thrilled to work with Bragg on this ambitious project to set a new industry standard. Our AI-driven tools are designed to solve the most complex challenges in iGaming, and maximizing player retention is paramount for platform sustainability. Our joint commitment to enhance player value ensures we will deploy the most powerful, accurate, and cost-effective predictive models available, setting a new standard in how operators can understand and engage with their players.”

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Bragg Gaming Rolls Out Exclusive Proprietary Titles via Blaze in Brazil

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Bragg Gaming Group is proud to announce it has successfully gone live with its proprietary and exclusive content on the Blaze platform in Brazil.

The launch includes all Bragg certified content in Brazil, comprising approximately 80 games, featuring regional favorites such as Electric Jungle and Mighty Mountain.

This launch is another step towards achieving Bragg’s 2025 goal of increasing revenue generated through the provision of high-margin exclusive online casino content.

By securing distribution with Blaze, a leading iGaming operator in Brazil, Bragg is executing the strategy to globally grow proprietary and exclusive content revenue through expansion of content and both existing and new content partnerships.

In addition to the revenue benefits, the partnership grows Bragg’s already stellar operations in the Brazilian regulated iGaming market, a market in which Bragg has seen significant growth since launching earlier this year.

Sara Mosallaee, Regional Director, LATAM at Bragg Gaming Group, commented: “The sheer scale of this launch, featuring our entire certified library of around 80 games, ensures we are maximizing our reach in this critical market. 

Going live with Blaze directly supports our profitability goals and allows us to diversify our revenue stream through increasing the proportion generated via our proprietary and exclusive content.”

Jorge Domingos, Head of Igaming Integration from Blaze, stated: “The launch of Bragg’s full suite of content is highly anticipated by our customers. We are confident their exclusive titles, including local favorites, will perform exceptionally well, adding significant value to our casino offering in Brazil.”

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