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SBC Summit Barcelona announces dedicated ‘Sports Betting Zone’
The ‘Sports Betting Zone’ will return to this year’s SBC Summit Barcelona, presenting over 10,000 delegates with the opportunity to discover the latest sportsbook products, technology and services and connect with senior-level decision-makers.
The summit will be held at the Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc, on 19-21 September and divided into five dedicated zones, each equipped with their own exhibition and networking areas and seven conference stages, allowing delegates an acute focus on each industry vertical.
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO & Founder of SBC, said: “In an environment where new technologies are changing the game, things such as product selection, personalisation and smart investment, are vital. Having a dedicated zone ensures that delegates can familiarise themselves with the latest trends and strategic approaches shaping the sports betting industry.”
On the exhibition floor, attendees will have the valuable opportunity to engage with a wide range of professionals and experts in the sportsbook domain. They will have access to C-level executives and specialists who excel in various aspects of sportsbook operations, such as Sportsbook Directors, Product and Trading Specialists or bookmaking experts.
Exhibiting companies in the sold-out zone include industry heavyweights such as Altenar, BetConstruct, Delasport, DS Virtual, EveryMatrix, IGP, LSports, Playlogiq, SIS, Soft2bet, Sportingtech, Sportradar and Stats Perform, among others.
“We are extremely proud of the level of expansion we have brought to the zone this year, bringing in even more of the most recognisable and up-and-coming brands to showcase on the exhibition floor, whilst continuing to secure the brightest of the sports betting field to speak at our conferences,” Sojmark added.
The conference agenda, taking place on the zone’s dedicated stage, will feature two sports betting tracks. The Future of Sports Betting track, will take place on the first core day of the event and elaborate on trends and the impact of strategic thinking with references to gamification and tech. The Sports Betting Innovation track will take place on day two and zoom in on product-focused topics such as media rights, audience engagement, data, and esports.
In the session titled ‘Sports Betting’s Makeover: The Influence of Gamification, Streaming, and Stats,’ panellists will guide attendees through the exciting realm of the convergence between betting and streaming. Delving into the cutting-edge concept, they will explore the introduction of gamification elements and evaluate their impact on the user experience. Joey Levy (Founder & CEO at Betr), James McKay (Sportsbook Director, LiveScore Group), Endre Nesset (CEO & President, Coolbet), and Billy Levy (EVP of Corporate Development, Rivalry) will scrutinise whether these innovative additions enhance the overall betting experience or, conversely, create unnecessary complexities for the audience.
The ‘Esports and More – Bringing Fresh Faces To The Betting Dance Floor,’ panel, will explore whether gamification and free-to-play games can be utilised to attract younger generations. Industry experts, Alex Inglot (Commissioner, ESL Pro League), Thomas Rosander (CEO, Luckbox), Carleton Curtis (Executive Chairman, Tundra Esports) and moderator Trev Keane (Director Esports Strategy, EPIC Global) will further discuss the evolving relationship between betting and esports, how the two disciplines can learn from each other to drive growth and the ethical concerns behind innovative marketing strategies
During the panel ‘Media and Data Rights – Are Rising Costs Still Worth The Outlay?,’ panellists Jonathan West (Director Of Sportsbook, ComeOn Group), Dominic Crosthwaite (Chief Trading Officer, Flutter, Max Sevostianov (COO, betbazar), Alex Kozachenko (CPO, data.BET) and moderator Aidan Barry (Head of Racing and Sports, FEG), will be discussing whether despite the sky-high prices stemming from growing demand, investing in real-time data and content is still worth it, or should the focus be shifted towards other alternatives in the market.
Additionally, the Sponsorship, Marketing & Data conference track, taking place on stage two on September 20, will be dedicated to the intersection of two sports worlds, from the angle of both betting and sponsorship.
Apart from the ‘Sports Betting Zone,’ attendees will be able to visit the Casino & iGaming Zone, Payments & Compliance Zone, Affiliate, Marketing & Media Zone and Emerging Tech, Blockchain & Metaverse Zone, throughout the event.
horse racing
BOYLE Sports opens 400th shop at Galway Racecourse under new deal
The bookmaker signs an initial three-year partnership with Galway Races, adding an on-course betting shop and expanded sponsorship.
BOYLE Sports has signed an initial three-year partnership with Galway Races that includes opening its 400th retail betting shop on-site at Galway Racecourse in Ballybrit.
Under the agreement, BOYLE Sports will operate a dedicated on-course betting shop and expand branding and visibility across the Galway racing calendar. The partnership also includes additional race sponsorship opportunities, according to the company.
BOYLE Sports said the deal builds on its existing involvement at the venue, including title sponsorship of the Saturday at the Galway Races festival. Sponsored races include the €110,000 BOYLE Sports Handicap Hurdle and the €80,000 Galway Tribes Hurdle.
Sinéadh Crowe, Head of Irish Retail Operations for BOYLE Sports, said: “Opening our 400th shop here marks a major milestone in the BOYLE Sports journey and reflects just how far we’ve come since John Boyle set up his first shop in County Armagh in 1982. It’s a proud moment for everyone involved and underlines our continued commitment to retail, Irish horse racing and delivering a top-class experience for customers on race day.”
Michael Moloney, CEO of Galway Racecourse, added: “It’s a real privilege to have BOYLE Sports open their 400th shop here on-site as part of this exciting new multi-year partnership with Galway Races.
“We’re absolutely delighted to strengthen our ties with such a powerhouse brand with deep roots in Irish racing and we’re excited to build on that shared heritage as we work together to enhance the experience for racegoers over the coming years.”
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amd
S8UL partners with AMD ahead of Esports World Cup 2026 campaign
AMD Ryzen and Radeon hardware will be used across S8UL’s esports, streaming and creator workflows as the Indian org ramps up its EWC push.
S8UL has signed a strategic partnership with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) ahead of its Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 campaign, as the Indian esports and gaming content organization targets further international expansion.
Under the agreement, AMD will equip S8UL’s players and creators with AMD Ryzen
AI 400 Series processor-based PCs, AMD Ryzen
9000 Series processors, and AMD Radeon
RX 9000 Series graphics cards for gaming, streaming, content creation and general productivity.
The deal lands as S8UL prepares for EWC 2026 after being selected for the Esports World Cup Foundation’s Club Partner Program for a second consecutive year. The organization said it has already secured qualification spots in Apex Legends, Chess, Fortnite, Honor of Kings, and Trackmania, while continuing to pursue additional slots in other titles. The partnership also follows S8UL onboarding Campa Energy as the Title Sponsor for its EWC 2026 campaign.
“S8UL has always focused on both competitive success and content creation. As we prepare for the Esports World Cup, AMD’s technology will support our players and creators across competition, streaming and content production. We’re excited to work together as we continue to grow our presence globally,” said Animesh ‘Thug’ Agarwal, Co-Founder and CEO, S8UL.
“India’s gaming ecosystem is expanding beyond competition, with creators playing an increasingly important role in how communities connect and grow,” said Vinay Sinha, Managing Director, Sales, AMD India. “Organizations like S8UL are helping shape that evolution, and we’re excited to support their players and creators with AMD technology as they continue to engage gaming and creators’ communities in India and around the world.”
EWC 2026 is scheduled for July 6 to August 23, with the Esports World Cup organisers stating it will feature more than 2,000 players and 200 clubs from over 100 countries competing for a $75 million prize pool.
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Artificial intelligence
Kaizen Gaming rolls out GenAI-powered Betano Trivia across 20 markets
Kaizen Gaming has launched Betano Trivia, a live trivia product it describes as the world’s first fully GenAI-powered live trivia experience. The free-to-play game is now available across the 20 markets where Kaizen Gaming operates.
The product was developed by Kaizen Labs, the company’s innovation incubator. Kaizen Gaming said Betano Trivia uses generative AI to power the avatar presenter, create dynamic trivia content, and generate supporting audiovisual assets, positioning it as a new engagement format inside the Betano brand.
Players are invited to answer questions spanning sports, entertainment and pop culture and compete for prizes, according to the company. Kaizen Gaming also tied the timing of the launch to heightened global football attention, pitching the game as a second-screen-style entertainment layer for fans.
George Kourakos, Director of Innovation at Kaizen Gaming, stated: “Betano Trivia demonstrates how AI can be used to create entirely new forms of entertainment and customer engagement. At Kaizen Gaming we never use technology for its own sake. We have a clear goal to elevate the world-class gaming experience we offer to our customers. What makes this achievement particularly special is that it was developed entirely by our internal teams, combining creativity, engineering excellence and a shared passion for innovation across the board.”
Kaizen Gaming framed the release as part of its broader generative AI push, arguing that internal teams can use the technology to scale new product experiences across multiple regulated markets.
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