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Marcel Elfersy appointed new CCO of Platform and Sportsbook for GiG

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Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has announced the appointment of Marcel Elfersy as its new Chief Commercial Officer for Platform and Sportsbook, as the group looks to strengthen its position as a leading tier 1 platform and sportsbook provider in regulated markets.

Marcel brings with him an impressive resume, with decades of senior and c-level experience, of which the most recent 14 years have been as a key player, developing and strategically advising within the iGaming industry. After leaving 888 in 2021 as Vice President of Business Development spearheading 888’s re-entry into the US regulated igaming market along with a successful track record of growing their their B2B business, overseeing the Delaware Lottery partnership and the Betbright sportsbook acquisition, Marcel was also the CEO for Entain’s Africa JV, B2B and B2C Impala Digital.

Given his extensive previous experience within the industry, it is anticipated that Marcel’s arrival within the sales and commercial team will help further drive the unique potential of GiG’s leading technology, and maximise the opportunities of its continued strategic commitment to global expansion in regulated markets.

GiG’s localised platform and sportsbook has been designed around flexible architecture, aiming to provide unparalleled speed to market and quality of product in up to 36 markets. The technical capabilities provide a complete omnichannel solution, real-time data platform and rules engine, compliance tool Comply, together with a frontend and managed services providing full operational service, with marketing and CRM.

Marcel Elfersy, CCO said; “I’ve been really impressed by GiG’s strategic growth and development as a top tier B2B provider in recent years. With their market agility, unrivalled regulated omnichannel portfolio and full stack of proven products and services, I’m super-excited to be joining Richard and the all-star team at GiG to help drive and accelerate growth across the global iGaming and Sportsbetting space.”

Richard Brown, CEO of GiG added; “We have a continued emphasis on improvement as an operating principle at GiG. Given the business’ strong position within diverse and high value areas of the B2B supply chain in the iGaming and Sportsbetting industry, the appointment of someone of Marcel’s’ calibre and experience is a significant step forward for leveraging our full potential, as we enter 2023 with real excitement.”

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Gaming Corps inks strategic UK deal with MrQ

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Gaming Corps – a publicly-listed game development company based in Sweden, has announced a new partnership with UKGC-licensed operator MrQ, marking another confident step in growing its UK presence.

Since launching in 2018, MrQ has built a reputation for doing things on its own terms. The operator already boasts a lobby of over 1,000 games, curated with a focus on fun over fuss, and is one of the few online casinos to offer no wagering requirements. It’s a setup that has resonated strongly with UK players and makes MrQ an ideal home for Gaming Corps’ vibrant, personality-driven portfolio.

Through the partnership, MrQ players will gain access to a wide range of Gaming Corps titles, including high-tempo favourites such as 3 Pigs of Olympus Bonus Pot, Fishing Pro: Reel Collect, 3 Pots of Potions and Wild Woof. More releases are already lined up, including upcoming titles built around the studio’s crowd-pleasing mechanics.

These dynamic titles are already resonating with players in multiple regulated markets, and the new collaboration will ensure UK audiences can enjoy the same mix of bold visuals, quick-hit gameplay cycles and rewarding bonus features.

Adam Pentecost, Director of Customer Success at Gaming Corps, said: “We’ve been focused on growing our footprint in the UK for some time, so partnering with MrQ is a fantastic step forward. Their approach to casino entertainment is refreshing and player-first, which makes them a great match for our content. We’re thrilled to see our titles land on their platform and to continue building momentum in the UK together.”

Daniel Pascoe, Senior Casino Manager at MrQ, added: “Gaming Corps is producing some of the most distinctive content in the market right now. Adding their games broadens our selection and gives players more great options to enjoy. We’re very pleased to welcome them into the MrQ fold.”

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BetMakers and Kiron Interactive Launch Virtual Racing Through the BetMakers API

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BetMakers and Kiron Interactive Launch Virtual Racing Through the BetMakers API

BetMakers Technology Group is pleased to announce the successful launch of its new partnership with Kiron Interactive, a global leader in virtual sports and number games. Kiron’s full suite of virtual horse racing, greyhound racing, and harness racing content is now fully integrated and available through the BetMakers CoreAPI.

The completed integration enables BetMakers’ global network of wagering operators to activate Kiron’s market-leading virtual racing content directly within their existing BetMakers setup. This delivers high-frequency, always-on racing products that complement live racing, enhance customer engagement, and drive incremental turnover.

“Kiron has built a reputation as a world-class provider of virtual racing content, and we’re excited to bring their high-quality, high-frequency products directly to our operator network,” said Joey Carroll, Director of Business Development & Partnerships at BetMakers. “With the integration now live, our partners can switch on virtual racing immediately and seamlessly expand their racing offering across all three codes.”

Steven Spartinos, Co-CEO at Kiron Interactive added: “Kiron’s focus has always been to give operators content that fits the way people play today. Virtual racing delivers fast, session-based entertainment that complements the live schedule and keeps audiences connected on their own terms. Integrating with BetMakers opens that experience to a broader network through a single, streamlined API. It strengthens our reach and gives operators a practical way to grow their racing portfolio with reliable, always available content.”

With virtual racing now available via a single, modern API alongside BetMakers’ global racing content, fixed-odds pricing, and tote solutions, operators can offer an even more comprehensive racing experience without any additional platform complexity.

Operators interested in enabling virtual racing can contact their BetMakers Account Manager for activation details.

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Bragg Gaming Wins Online Platform of the Year at BEGE Awards 2025

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Bragg Gaming has won the “Online Platform of the Year” Award at the BEGE Awards 2025.

Bragg’s Player Account Management (PAM) platform for online casino, sports betting and lottery operators is designed to enhance the player journey, with the tools to grow numbers, maximise revenue, boost engagement, all while putting the player first.

What makes the Bragg PAM stand out? Here’s just a few highlights:

• Next-Generation Automation

• Predictive Insights

• Stability

• Fully Personalised Experiences

“We’re grateful to BEGE and the judging panel for recognising our work and celebrating the progress we’re making across the industry. And a huge thank you to our team and partners for helping us deliver a platform that truly understands the player,” the Company said.

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