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Five Startup Finalists Announced For The Second Edition of SBC First Pitch Barcelona
Five innovative industry start-ups have been selected as finalists for the second edition of SBC First Pitch Barcelona at this month’s SBC Summit Barcelona. The finalists will compete for an exclusive prize package valued at over €60,000, to aid in the growth and development of the winning company.
The competition, powered by Yolo Investments, will serve as a platform for the five aspiring companies to present their products and business plans in front of a live audience of industry leaders. The winner will be chosen by a judging panel consisting of venture capital and investment experts.
The First Pitch Competition will be hosted at the Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc, on Wednesday 20th September, and will feature as part of the ‘Future of Technology’ conference track.
Rasmus Sojmark, CEO & Founder of SBC, said: “As event organizers, we believe that SBC First Pitch Barcelona occupies a central role in facilitating innovation in the industry. Competitions like this serve as a platform for emerging talents to showcase their groundbreaking products and services, whilst also gaining invaluable experience presenting in a public space and networking with industry elite.”
“SBC First Pitch is essentially about innovation meeting opportunity, ultimately encouraging the industry to grow, welcome new ways of thinking and foster an environment that nurtures innovation and collaboration.”
The five finalists of the SBC First Pitch Barcelona are:
- We are the Bookie: an online B2C sports betting platform with a 50% monthly Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) rebate for losing customers.
- Rdentify: a platform that identifies vulnerable customers during customer conversations in real-time and flags them to the safer gambling team and triggers customisable interventions as soon as behavioural risk has been flagged
- Snap Screen: Leveraging the user’s mobile camera to recognise live events on TV and streaming, Snap Screen is akin to a ‘Shazam for sports betting,’ allowing operators and affiliates to integrate SnapOdds into their websites.
- SQR Group: simplifies compliance and reduces fraud by enabling seamless identity verification without storing sensitive documents, using Secure QR Code® technology.
- Sport Exchange Market: a web app platform where fans can trade virtual shares of football teams, experiencing the same adrenaline as when they are betting or playing fantasy sports games
The First Pitch competition will be hosted by Anton Kaszubowski, (Managing Director, SBC Advisory Partners) and feature a star-studded judging panel of industry experts. The panel consists of Adam Rosenberg (Senior Advisor, Gaming & Leisure. Blackstone), Evert Einroos (Partner, Yolo Investments), Peter Heneghen (Senior Associate, Bettor Capital), Hilary Stewart-Jones (Independent Consultant, Harris Hagan) and Claudia de la Riva (Angel Investor, Various), who will each cast their vote to determine the winner.
The winning start-up will receive a prize package comprised of:
- A two-day workshop trip to Tallinn with Yolo Investments Founder Tim Heath, including flights, hotel, and covered expenses – valued at €25,000.
- An SBC Media promotional package including a magazine ad in SBC Leaders Magazine, two featured editorials promoting the business and a guest appearance on the iGaming Daily Podcast – valued at €7,000.
- A prize pack from Receptional, in which a dedicated team will collaborate with the winning company to provide a tailored digital marketing package – valued at €10,000.
- A Square in the Air press pack that includes a corporate video filmed on-site at the event, two press releases distributed on the Square in the Air social channels, a free social media audit, competitor analysis and a strategy guide to help build the company’s profile – valued at £5,000.
- An exclusive brand or web design package from Vegas Kings, the leading iGaming design and development agency – valued at €2,500.
- A 3x3m booth, including a turnkey standbuild, sponsorship mention, and 4 complimentary tickets for the SBC Summit 2024 – Valued at €15,000.
Last year’s edition of SBC First Pitch Barcelona saw Kero Gaming, an in-game micro-betting and interactive social platform, crowned the winner. Paradox, a parimutuel betting protocol where all the commission charged is distributed proportionally to the people who bet before you, was the runner-up.
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PRONET GAMING BECOMES FIRST B2B OPERATOR TO ESTABLISH SCBPO ACCREDITED OPERATION IN THE PHILIPPINES VIA CLAYMORE SOLUTIONS
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Omni-channel turnkey provider Pronet Gaming is the first internationally-licensed B2B company in the gaming sector to establish an SCBPO-accredited operation in the Philippines via Claymore Solutions.
Claymore Solutions is accredited by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) as a Special Class BPO (SCPBO), which authorises them to provide employer of record & serviced office space to internationally licenced gaming operators enabling them to establish operations in the Philippines without taking bets or payments.
Pronet Gaming will now build out IT and Trading teams in Manila, further strengthening its operational presence and technical capabilities in the region.
Pronet Gaming CEO Alex Leese said: “Establishing an SCBPO-accredited presence in the Philippines is a milestone that aligns perfectly with our long-term strategy of expanding our footprint in Asia, in a fully compliant way. We’re happy to have made this possible through the collaboration and support of our trusted partner, Claymore Solutions.”
Paul Fox, Chairman and Co-Founder of Claymore Solutions, said: “We’re honoured to be working with Pronet Gaming, providing EoR and serviced office space solutions for their operations which underlines the quality of local staff and further boosts the Filipino economy.”
PAGCOR Chairman Al Tengco commented: “We’re delighted to have B2B operators such as Pronet Gaming establish their Trading and IT operations here through Claymore Solutions. I hope that more companies follow given the wealth of readily available Filipino talent in this sector.”
Claymore will announce additional client partnerships in the near future.
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Fairspin Casino presents the Fairspin Royale Run Tournament, an event designed to offer participants access to high-value rewards. The circle of privilege is introduced as a thematic element of the tournament and is presented as part of the overall concept.
From November 15 to December 25, gameplay is structured as a progression-based format, with rewards that include a luxury car, a premium motorcycle, and a branded watch.
The Fairspin Royale Run Tournament combines entertainment with measurable advancement through Fairspin’s transparent Play to Earn system. Each action contributes to overall progress, bringing participants closer to the available prizes.
Royale Run Tournament Prestige Overview
The Fairspin Royale Run Tournament is presented as a competitive event within the platform, featuring rewards intended to highlight its premium positioning. The tournament links in-game activity with defined outcomes, offering items such as a car, a motorcycle, and a watch as part of the prize structure.
By combining an incentive-based format with these rewards, Fairspin outlines its approach to transparent, activity-driven gaming. The Fairspin Royale Run Tournament reflects the platform’s emphasis on structured progression and measurable results.
Tournament Participation Details
The Fairspin Royale Run Tournament follows a Play to Earn format in which each bet contributes to advancement on the leaderboard. A total prize pool of $50,000 USDT will be allocated among 100 winners.
Participation is outlined as follows:
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- Users can engage in any preferred games* — each bet boosts overall ranking.
*All games are eligible for the tournament, except those listed in Section 7.1.2.
Results are determined by the number of TFS tokens accumulated during the event. TFS is Fairspin’s digital asset used to reflect activity within the platform. Higher token totals correspond to higher positions on the leaderboard.
The winners will receive the following prizes:
- 1st place: 20,000 USDT or a car certificate
- 2nd place: 10,000 USDT or a motorcycle certificate
- 3rd place: 6,000 USDT or a watch certificate
- 97 finalists will share 14,000 USDT in additional rewards
Each action recorded during the tournament contributes to overall standing and eligibility for the listed prizes.
TFS Token Usage Overview
TFS tokens are used within the Fairspin ecosystem beyond the tournament period. They function as a mechanism for in-platform utility, as accumulated TFS can be converted into game currency, staked for defined returns, or exchanged in the Fairspin Store for items such as bonus funds, free spins, free bets, and selected technology products.
The platform outlines its token mechanics, withdrawal processes, and loyalty structure as part of its overall operating model, with each action contributing to measurable activity within the system.
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Since its inception in 2018, Fairspin Casino has been at the forefront of innovation, combining a rewarding gaming experience with unparalleled blockchain transparency. With more than 10,000 games from over 100 top-notch developers, fast withdrawals, and enticing promotions, Fairspin continues to set the gold standard in the online casino industry.
The introduction of Fairspin’s TFS token has adjusted engagement dynamics on the platform. TFS is accumulated through rakeback and progression within Fairspin’s 10-level loyalty program. Tokens can be staked for defined returns or exchanged for a range of available benefits, including additional gameplay options and platform rewards.
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iGaming operators on the Vegangster platform can now deliver enterprise-level, hyper-personalised player support without expanding headcount.
Platform provider Vegangster has partnered with Cevro AI, the leader in iGaming AI support agents, to embed empathic and intelligent AI agents directly into the Vegangster ecosystem.
The integration enables even lean operator teams to provide 24/7, compliant, and personalised player support across casino and sportsbook brands. From onboarding and account questions to more complex payments, bonuses, and responsible gaming assistance, Cevro AI agents resolve issues instantly, take action on the Vegangster platform, and seamlessly hand off tickets to live agents when needed. The result is faster service, reduced workload for human teams, and higher player satisfaction at scale.
Cevro AI transforms customer support into a growth channel, combining automation, compliance, and empathy-driven engagement. Its agents operate across multiple languages and channels, providing VIP-level service while reducing operational load and improving retention.
“We build our platform to give operators the sharpest tools to launch quickly and scale with confidence. Partnering with Cevro AI means our clients can now provide round-the-clock support that is both personal and efficient, without increasing headcount.”
— Michael Oziransky, Chief Product Officer at Vegangster
Powered by advanced reasoning, deep iGaming expertise, and real empathy, Cevro AI transforms every support interaction into a seamless, trust-building experience. Through direct integration with Vegangster’s player account and engagement systems, it delivers a unified support solution that not only responds to issues but also resolves them. The AI takes real actions inside the operator’s back office and adapts to each brand’s size and growth stage.
“We are proud to join forces with Vegangster, a partner that shares our commitment to innovation in iGaming,”
— Chaim Heber, Chief Executive Officer at Cevro AI
About Vegangster
Vegangster provides a full-stack iGaming platform engineered for speed, scalability, and operator control. Its turnkey, white-label, and sweepstakes solutions integrate casino and sportsbook content, payments, CRM, compliance, and social features into a single mobile-first system. With Vegangster, operators can launch quickly and scale with confidence.
About Cevro AI
Cevro AI was built to transform how iGaming operators deliver support. Purpose-built for the industry, it combines deep domain expertise, human-level communication, seamless integrations, and compliance-first automation to resolve issues quickly and accurately. Cevro delivers personalised, human-quality support at scale so every player feels like a VIP while reducing workloads and eliminating the need to grow headcount.
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