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IGT Presents Future-Forward, Growth-Driving Solutions at the 11th EL Congress and Trade Show

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May 31, 2023

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International Game Technology PLC announced that it will present its impressive portfolio of world-class lottery solutions at the 11^th EL Congress and Trade Show, presented by European Lotteries, from June 4-7, in Šibenik, Croatia. In booth 612, IGT will demonstrate its “Future-Forward, Growth-Driven” approach with a full suite of digital tools, exciting new games, and innovative solutions that drive lottery sales and engage the next generation of players.

“The EL Congress and Trade Show is an excellent opportunity for IGT to meet with our European lottery customers and showcase our innovative products that are propelling the industry forward,” said Fabio Cairoli, IGT CEO Global Lottery.“Among the many highlights at this year’s Congress, we will feature our groundbreaking OMNIA omnichannel solution that modernizes the retail environment with digitalized player services. We are very excited about OMNIA and the strength it adds to our broad lineup of growth-driving lottery retail solutions.”

EL Congress and Trade Show attendees who explore IGT’s booth can experience a variety of sophisticated, innovative products including:

Retail Lottery Solutions: IGT will showcase its high-performing point-of-sale solutions designed to engage lottery players in any retail environment, enabling Connected Play™ experiences as part of its OMNIA™ offering. OMNIA is IGT’s integrated lottery solution that converges the retail and digital channels, delivering the industry’s first truly player-centric, omnichannel solution.
Instant Ticket Services: Exciting instant ticket presentations on display will include Infinity Instants™, offering an infinite number of possibilities for scratch ticket design, IGT’s instant ticket innovations and instant ticket services. Among some of the innovations featured are IGT’s GLEAM™ technology that adds brilliant holographic, foil or metallic inks to gain attention at the point of sale, and Color Reveal™, a four-part color process marking system that creates stunning artwork over extended gameplay areas.
iLottery: IGT’s iLottery offering includes flexible products and an engaging eInstants portfolio backed by dedicated iLottery expert services. IGT’s compelling eInstants content, including its award-winning progressive games, along with omnichannel and licensed brands, will be available for visitors to play on a giant touchscreen. IGT will also feature its end-to-end, cloud-based iLottery platform, market-leading Player Data Platform and its feature-rich player portal and mobile app.

IGT will also participate in several EL Congress presentations and panel discussions including:

Fabio Cairoli, IGT CEO Global Lottery, will participate in the CEO Discussion Panel on June 6.
Sharon Duncalf, IGT Vice President of Market Insights and Account Planning, will present “Looking Forward to the Future of Lottery: Driving Sustainable Growth Together” along with IGT customers on June 5.
Stefania Colombo, IGT Director of Global Sustainability, will participate in the breakout session, “Lotteries and the Planet,” on June 6.
Laura Feliziani, IGT Lottery S.p.A. Brand Content & Consumer Engagement, will participate in the breakout session panel discussion, “Fight for Attention: Examples of creative media from the lottery world to break through the clutter,” on June 6.
Giuseppe Pelle, IGT Lottery S.p.A. Institutional Relations Manager, will participate in the breakout session, “Fighting Illegal Gambling,” on June 6.
Delash Patel, IGT Senior Director Product Management, will participate in a panel discussion on security and integrity issues regarding electronic draws during the “Artificial Intelligence & Draw Integrity” breakout session on June 6.

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Wazdan adds to Croatian presence with SuperSport tie-up

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

George Miller

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Wazdan, the gain-focused developer behind some of the world’s most rewarding casino game experiences, has gone live with SuperSport, expanding its foothold in Croatia.

As part of the agreement, an initial tranche of games go live with the operator, including its top-performing hits such as 9 Coins™ Grand Gold Edition, 9 Lions, 12 Coins™ and Burning Sun™, with more titles set to be uploaded in batches at a later stage.

Thanks to the new deal, SuperSport’s players can now enjoy the provider’s renowned mechanics including Cash Infinity™, Sticky to Infinity™ and Hold the Jackpot™, which deliver proven results to operators.

With over 20 years of experience in the betting and gaming industry, SuperSport’s online platform is a market leader in Croatia and is now set to benefit from Wazdan’s pristine titles.

The Balkans have remained a key growth area for Wazdan as it continues to expand across regulated markets worldwide.

Radka Bacheva, Sales and Business Development at Wazdan: “Marking another step in our growth strategy, the Balkans have quickly emerged as one of the most exciting markets in Europe and we are delighted to bring our dynamic titles to SuperSport, a market leader in Croatia.

“Through our engagement-boosting features, we can guarantee an unmatched gaming experience to its players and can’t wait to see how they react.”

Robert Milic, Head of Games at SuperSport said: “Wazdan’s award-winning features and titles add real value to our offering, so we are thrilled to bring an influx of its games to our players.

“As a market leader in Croatia, it is imperative that our content remains of the highest calibre and genuinely excites players. By forging agreements with providers such as Wazdan, we can achieve this whilst elevating our position in the industry to new heights.”

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Bulgarian President Approves Gambling Law Amendments

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Niji Narayan

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Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has decided not to veto the proposed amendments to the Gambling Law, which include a prohibition on gambling advertisements in the media.

Previously, President Radev had indicated that he was deliberating on the changes to the Gambling Law and was awaiting input from his advisors before making a final decision.

The prohibition on gambling advertisements in the media was approved by a significant majority of deputies during the final session of the 49th National Assembly. Despite objections raised by various media outlets, gambling operators, sports clubs, and other businesses between the readings, the amendments were endorsed. Some stakeholders argued against the ban, suggesting that public discussion should precede its adoption.

The initiative for the amendments originated from GERB and DPS, and it was introduced unexpectedly during the last days of the 49th National Assembly by Yordan Tsonev (DPS) and Temenuzka Petkova (GERB). The bill swiftly progressed through the legislative process, passing its first reading in the budget committee and subsequently receiving approval in the plenary session. An extraordinary meeting of the Committee on Budget and Finance was convened to facilitate the voting on the amendments before the deputies commenced their pre-election recess.

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SOFTSWISS Expands to Bulgaria: European Growth Through Partnership

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5 days ago

May 13, 2024

George Miller

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SOFTSWISS, a leading iGaming software provider, entered the Bulgarian market through a partnership with operator Topwin.bg. This strategic move strengthens and expands the SOFTSWISS brand in Europe.

SOFTSWISS has secured certification from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) for use in the Bulgarian market, ensuring all technical and legal requirements are met. The partner utilises the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform, the Sportsbook, the SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator, and Affilka, all fully prepared and technically optimised for this local market.

According to Statista.com, revenue in the Bulgarian iGaming sector is projected to reach €134.60m in 2024. SOFTSWISS has facilitated its partners’ entry into Bulgaria by adapting its products and obtaining the necessary local certifications.

“Entering the Bulgarian market marks a significant milestone for us, as our products are now recognised in another EU country. This expansion aligns with our global development strategy to broaden the SOFTSWISS brand’s presence in local markets. Our partnership with TopWin has deepened our understanding of this market and presents mutual growth opportunities,” says Vitali Matsukevich, COO at SOFTSWISS.

Krasimir Tokushev, CEO of ‘Golden City 7’, the holder of the licence for Topwin.bg comments: “Partnering with the well-established SOFTSWISS products is a significant advancement for us. This collaboration will elevate our platform to new heights, and we are confident that our Bulgarian players will be delighted with the enhanced gaming experience.”

SOFTSWISS has several international and national licences and certifications, including a recent South African licence acquired through the purchase of a majority stake in Turfsport.

The company is actively expanding into new markets. This year, the focus is on the LatAm market, where the company has strengthened its presence by appointing Rubens Barrichello as its Non-Executive Director in Latin America.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international tech company supplying software solutions for managing iGaming projects. The expert team, which counts over 2,000 employees, is based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides one-stop-shop iGaming software solutions. The company has a vast product portfolio, including the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with thousands of casino games, the Affilka affiliate platform, the Sportsbook Platform, and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS was the first in the world to introduce a Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution.