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Southampton FC scouting sports tech startups for Future of Football challenge
The Future of Football challenge is open to innovative companies ready to shape and test their solutions for updated football experiences in either the football development or fan engagement space. In spirit with its values of innovation and doing things differently, Southampton FC will offer a 4-week virtual programme — powered by Sport Republic and Yolo Group — to create opportunities and break away from conventional methods.
The challenge welcomes Web3 and sports tech startups and scaleups with novel solutions to:
- Football development (scouting, training, recovery, game analytics etc.)
- Fan engagement (gamification, loyalty programmes, matchday experiences, global fan engagement etc.)
Selected teams will rapidly test and pilot their solutions, participate in tailored workshops, and have regular and direct access to Southampton FC, Sport Republic, and Yolo Group decision-makers. At the St. Mary’s finale, teams will pitch for a commercial relationship with SFC and a £100k discretionary prize pool for post-programme solution development.
“Southampton FC’s commitment to innovating and creating a positive impact is central to the way we operate and make decisions. We’re excited to see programme participants create the future of football” said Sarah Batters, Director of Marketing and Partnerships as SFC.
Sport Republic, the owner of Southampton Football Club is a London-based investment firm in the sports and entertainment industry. Founded by Henrik Kraft and Rasmus Ankersen and backed by Lead Investor Dragan Šolak, Sport Republic’s vision is to grow high potential sports businesses and sports tech companies.
“Sport Republic are really looking forward to being part of the Future of Football challenge to power innovation in sports tech. We are continuously seeking the most innovative sports tech companies to join our portfolio and leveraging our clubs to drive growth and achieve digital transformation. ” said Henrik Kraft, Sport Republic and SFC Chairman.
Yolo Group is the managing partner for the Future of Football challenge. Yolo Group is a leader at the cross section of gaming, fintech, and blockchain, and operates the Sportsbet.io brand. Sportsbet.io is Southampton FC’s Main Club Partner.
“This programme is designed to push boundaries, to bring together a spectrum of solutions from startups around the globe. It’s a chance to create truly unique approaches — and test them. We’re driven by innovation; so, we’re looking forward to seeing the results,” said Tim Heath, GP at Yolo Investments, and founder of Yolo Group. The application deadline is 23 February 2023. Find more information and apply here: https://www.southamptonfc.com/saints-partners/future-of-football-challenge
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Amusnet Expands Balkan Presence Through Strategic Partnership with mbet.ba
Amusnet continues its strategic growth by partnering with mbet.ba, an online gaming operator in Bosnia’s Republic of Srpska. This collaboration highlights the company’s commitment to strengthening its presence in the Balkan region, leveraging its top-notch portfolio to enhance local players’ gaming experience.
“We are excited to work with Mbet, as this partnership opens up opportunities to reach a more diverse player base. By combining our premium game offerings with their market reach, we are confident that we can deliver exceptional, tailored gaming experiences that will captivate players and drive growth for both companies,” said Dimitar Nacev, Sales Specialist at Amusnet for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
“We are very pleased to be able to offer our players games from a world-renowned provider. Amusnet is a leader in the gambling industry, and cooperating with this company is a great privilege,” said Dragan Djekic, Head of Gaming Sector at Mbet.
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Stakelogic Boosts UK Presence with Lottomart Deal
Stakelogic, the innovative provider of online casino content, has announced a new partnership with leading UK casino and lottery betting operator Lottomart. This new partnership will see the developer strengthen its presence in the UK, with the integration being aggregated by Aristocrat Interactive.
Lottomart players can dive into Stakelogic’s world of captivating and innovative online slot games. This includes hot new slot releases like The Watcher, Piggy Town and Stone Gaze of Medusa. Each game offers diverse themes and gameplay mechanics that are sure to engage players and showcase Stakelogic’s unique approach to slot gaming. The deal will also see Lottomart gain full access to Stakelogic’s catalogue of classic online slot games.
This move will allow Stakelogic to further cement its position as one of the leading online casino content providers in the UK as it seeks to bring a strong end to 2024. The UK remains a key strategic market for the developer, and Lottomart’s reputation will only enhance its presence in the country.
Lottomart is a popular online casino operator in the UK, working with some of the industry’s most established names to provide a selection of over 3000 diverse online slots, instant-win titles, lottery betting games and more.
Neil Tanti, Head of Sales at Stakelogic, said: “The UK remains one of the most important markets for Stakelogic, and partnering with top-tier operators like Lottomart helps ensure we reach the biggest audience possible in the market.
“As 2024 comes to a close, solidifying our position in key strategic markets will set us up for a strong 2025 and continue to establish us as one of the industry’s must-have developers.”
Lizzie Huang, Head of Gaming Content at Lottomart, said: “At Lottomart, we are constantly looking to diversify our slot portfolio and enhance the experience for our players. Stakelogic is an innovative developer who creates state-of-the-art online games, so we are delighted to be able to add them to our ever-growing list of content partners.”
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REEVO Expands Presence in Italian Market Through Strategic Partnership with Tuko Productions
REEVO, a leader in gaming content provision, has announced a partnership with Tuko Productions S.r.l., one of Italy’s most respected game aggregators. This collaboration will see REEVO’s extensive portfolio of cutting-edge games seamlessly integrated into the Tuko Hub System (THS), providing direct access to Italy’s premier operators and a rapidly growing player base.
This partnership represents a significant step for REEVO as it continues to expand its footprint across key markets. Tuko’s THS is renowned for its efficiency in simplifying game integration, offering providers a streamlined, cost-effective path to the competitive Italian market. With the addition of REEVO’s innovative game catalogue, Tuko’s network of operators will now be able to deliver a richer, more dynamic gaming experience that aligns perfectly with the demands of modern players.
Karl Grech, Head of Business Development at REEVO, said: “Partnering with Tuko marks an exciting milestone for REEVO as we bring our innovative game content to the vibrant Italian market. Tuko’s expertise and their THS platform provide the perfect gateway to reach a broader audience, and we are thrilled to contribute to their growing network of premium gaming solutions. Together, we are poised to deliver unparalleled entertainment experiences to players across Italy.”
This partnership not only reinforces REEVO’s commitment to delivering high-quality content but also highlights its strategic vision to become a key player in regulated markets worldwide. By joining forces with Tuko, REEVO is well-positioned to make a lasting impact in Italy, offering cutting-edge games that captivate and engage.
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