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Affiliates Attract 17 Million New Players: Affilka 9M’23 Overview

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Affilka by SOFTSWISS, a leading tech company providing comprehensive affiliate management software, reports that during the first three quarters of this year its 260 clients have successfully attracted an impressive 17 million new players through their affiliate channels. 

Since the beginning of 2023, Affilka by SOFTSWISS has continued to expand its influence by adding 60 new brands to its partner portfolio. What is more, a remarkable 70 thousand new affiliate accounts were registered for the same period. This number accounts for a significant one-third of all affiliate accounts ever recorded in the affiliate platform since its inception in 2018. This impressive statistic highlights a robust growth trajectory, nearly 2.2 times higher than the same period in the previous year.

 

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The surge in new affiliate accounts has sparked a significantly accelerated growth in new player registrations – more than 17 mln since the beginning of the year. When comparing the first three quarters of 2023 with the same period in 2022, a significant increase of over 2.5 times in this crucial metric becomes evident. This statistic underscores the great importance of efficient affiliate management in elevating success within the iGaming industry.

 

The exponential increase in the number of unique clicks on referral links stands out as the most remarkable growth among all of Affilka’s metrics. This indicator boosted 7.4 times during 9M 2023 compared to the relevant period of the previous year. Such a remarkable surge can be attributed to a combination of factors: an expansion in the network of affiliate partners as well as the enhanced capabilities of brands utilising Affilka by SOFTSWISS.

 

Referring to Affilka’s financial performance metrics, it is important to highlight their stable growth trajectory over the analysed period. Significantly, the player deposit amount has exhibited remarkable growth, increasing by 2.3 times. Concurrently, the affiliate Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) saw a substantial 89.3% expansion, while affiliate payments surged, experiencing a noteworthy growth of 90.4%.

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Anastasia Borovaya, Head of Affilka by SOFTSWISS, remarks: “Our unwavering dedication to presenting exceptional service drives constant improvements. Currently, our primary focus revolves around expanding the scope of traffic reporting. This involves providing comprehensive analytics related to click activities. Additionally, we are working on API enrichment, introducing new API endpoints to streamline the process for operators and affiliates to seamlessly integrate information and various reports from the affiliate platform into their Business Intelligence (BI) tools in an automated fashion.”

Affilka by SOFTSWISS is eagerly preparing for the upcoming SiGMA Europe 2023, which is set to take place in Malta on 14–16 November. Joining the innovative SOFTSWISS lineup at stand 2129, the Affilka team schedules meetings with their partners and potential clients.

 

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international iGaming company supplying certified software solutions for managing gambling operations. The expert team, which counts 1,400 employees, is based in Malta, Poland, Georgia, and Belarus.  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.

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Voting is open: Boomerang nominated in 2 categories at the AffPapa Awards 2025

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Boomerang is a  contender for Sportsbook Operator of the Year and Bonus Offer of the Year

Boomerang, a rapidly growing global brand behind the annual Golden Boomerang Awards, has been shortlisted for the AffPapa Awards 2025 in 2 categories: Boomerang Bet on Sportsbook Operator of the Year and Boomerang Partners on Bonus Offer of the Year.

Inclusion in the Sportsbook Operator of the Year nomination is a testament to Boomerang’s success in the online betting industry. Over 2024-2025, the brand has achieved great results: the betting segment has grown fivefold (5x), and the number of sports betting offers surged more than 6 times. Six new brands were added to Boomerang’s portfolio in 2024, contributing to an almost 1.5-fold increase in end-users. In addition, Boomerang is the Official Regional Betting Partner of AC Milan, one of the world’s most famous and titled football clubs.

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The Bonus Offer of the Year nomination confirms the high level and detailed elaboration of Boomerang’s bonus policy. Its portfolio includes more than 15 brands, each operating in strict compliance with the Terms and Conditions, including Bonus rules. Boomerang ensures fairness, transparency, and visibility of key bonus information for partners and users. It regularly collects feedback to improve its bonus policy and make it consistent with the expectations of its audience.

Boomerang actively develops community and works on building long-term trusting relationships with partners. This is demonstrated, among other things, by the second annual tournament for affiliate teams – Golden Boomerang Awards 2025. It will run until May 11. The top 30 teams on the leaderboard will be invited to Milan. There, the best of the best will be named, and 11 awards will be presented, including the main one – the Grand Prix.

The voting phase of the AffPapa Awards has started and will run until May 11. Users can choose their favorites in the nominations and influence the final results. Vote on the AffPapa Awards 2025 website. The award ceremony will take place on May 28 in Malaga during the AffPapa – iGaming Club Conference Malaga 2025.

 

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Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global brand offering a wide range of services. Boomerang is the Official Regional Betting Partner of AC Milan and collaborates with women’s football star and influencer Alisha Lehmann. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards 2024, the first annual global affiliate tournament. Boomerang Partners’ betting segment surged 5x, and gambling — 2x in 2024. Its affiliate program demonstrated a 120% increase in partners, and the number of sports betting offers surged more than 6 times. Six new products were launched by Boomerang in 2024, which contributed to an almost 1.5-fold increase in product users.

Boomerang’s portfolio contains 15+ gambling brands, including sportsbooks. They cover over 35 GEOs and offer a wide range of betting options with favorable odds. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.

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SBC Summit Malta: Empowering Affiliates with Strategy & Market Insight

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As affiliates strive to expand their reach and build deeper player connections, SBC Summit Malta offers the ultimate platform to learn how to diversify marketing channels, gain access to game-changing technologies, and strengthen their market position.

Education will be a key pillar of the event, with 250 industry experts taking the stage to share their insights. The dedicated ‘Affiliation‘ conference track will take place on Wednesday, 10th June, at the InterContinental Hotel in St. Julian’s. The speaker lineup will feature affiliate professionals, marketing specialists, and operator-side representatives who work closely with affiliates.

Rasmus Sojmark, CEO and Founder of SBC, said: “With changing regulations, evolving player behaviours and preferences, and a constant wave of new tech and marketing channels, having the right insights and strategies is crucial to staying ahead in the region.

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“If you’ve attended what was formerly CasinoBeats Summit, you already know how dedicated we are to driving progress in the affiliation space. Now, with SBC Summit Malta serving as our gateway to Europe, you can expect to hear from some of the region’s leading affiliates as they tackle the industry’s most pressing challenges.”

Attendees can look forward to a range of sessions addressing key opportunities and pain points for European affiliates, including integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into SEO strategies, leveraging affiliate networks to enhance growth, diversifying content output, and drawing lessons from outside the industry.

The track opens with the ‘Diversify Your Channels Before It’s Too Late!’ panel, which will explore how affiliates can future-proof their strategies in an unpredictable digital landscape. Featuring experts Jarl Modén (CPO, Dilanti Media), Johan Svensson (CEO, Raketech), Mathew Symmonds (CEO, Web Analysis Solutions Limited), Richard Dennys (CEO, Game Lounge) and John Wright (CEO, Statsdrone), the session will examine the shifting social media landscape, the growing influence of AI, and how to manage diverse content types.

The session ‘Explore How Affiliate Networks Drive Growth for Start-Up Affiliates and Operators’ will highlight how affiliate networks can serve as powerful catalysts for growth for both emerging affiliates and operators. Experts Joshua Gamble (Managing Director, Activewins), Vadim Aidlin (CEO, Mamuta Media), Johan Styren (CEO & Co-Founder, Dilanti Media Ltd), Clinton Cutajar (CTO, MediaTroopers) and Brendon Spiteri (Head of Partnerships, AffiliationSpace) will discuss how these networks can be leveraged to help build strategic partnerships, expand market reach, and boost overall performance.

The panel ‘Game Changers: Lessons from Other Industries to Transform Affiliation in 2026’ will explore how the gaming industry can adapt and innovate by drawing inspiration from sectors such as e-commerce, dating, and Nutra. Speakers will examine successful strategies from these industries and discuss how these insights can be applied to reshape and strengthen affiliate models heading into 2026 and beyond.

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Additionally, the track will feature a dedicated ‘SEO Trilogy‘, hosted by SEO expert Ivana Flynn. This series of SEO-focused panels will cover key developments, including crafting strategies for optimising AI-driven systems, protecting players against blackhat SEO tactics, and ensuring seamless operations across multiple platforms.

Affiliates looking to dive deeper into the latest marketing trends shaping the European landscape can attend the dedicated Marketing’ conference track on Thursday, 11th June—the second day of the summit. Sessions will cover how to harness AI to create unique content, navigate advertising restrictions, and use data to boost player retention and loyalty.

 

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AffPapa Signs Deal with SuperiorShare

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AffPapa, the ultimate platform connecting iGaming operators and affiliates, has announced the addition of SuperiorShare to its growing directory.

SuperiorShare is an affiliate Programme known for its top-tier marketing solutions. Created by former affiliates, it provides an opportunity to drive traffic to high-converting casinos, expand their reach and earn substantial revenue.

“We are thrilled to begin our partnership with AffPapa. At Superior Share, we continuously strive to align ourselves with industry leaders, and we believe that AffPapa offers an exceptional product that provides significant value to operators seeking growth and expansion opportunities,” SuperiorShare said.

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By joining AffPapa’s extensive directory, SuperiorShare gets a chance to reach even more iGaming operators, creating fresh opportunities for collaboration and growth. As both companies aim to connect key players in the industry, the partnership is expected to create significant value for both affiliates and operators alike.

Yeva Avagyan, Head of Commercial at AffPapa, said: “We are excited to welcome SuperiorShare into our directory. AffPapa remains dedicated to creating meaningful connections in the iGaming business, supports growth, and ensures long-term success for both operators and affiliates. SuperiorShare’s addition is another step in strengthening this vision.”

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