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ZEAL presents strong nine-month figures: Double-digit growth in revenue and billings

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ZEAL Network SE, the leading German online provider of lottery products, significantly increased its billings and revenue in the first nine months of 2023. In addition, ZEAL acquired more new customers than in the previous year, further strengthening the basis for future revenue growth.

“The strong growth in our billings and revenue proves that we continue to expand our market leadership,” says Sebastian Bielski, CFO of ZEAL. “The publication of the first figures for our online games business also show that ZEAL has made the right decision to enter this new line of business. The initial success in the online games segment also makes us confident that we are on track for further growth with our attractive and growing games offering.”

More sales and billings through marketing investments

Driven in part by a successful third quarter, ZEAL Group’s billings grew by 16 percent to € 633.2 million in the first nine months of 2023 (2022: € 544.4 million). At the same time, revenue also increased by 16 percent to € 86.0 million (2022: € 74.5 million). At 12.5 percent, the company’s gross margin was close to the previous year’s figure (2022: 12.8 percent).

In the first nine months of the year, ZEAL was able to use the attractive jackpot phases in January, March, June and September to acquire new customers and further expand its business volume. The company intensified its marketing activities during high jackpot phases and promoted future sales growth through intensified TV advertising.

Strong EBITDA despite increased new customer acquisition

In the first nine months of 2023, ZEAL acquired 518 thousand new customers (2022: 501 thousand). Due to ongoing media-cost inflation, intensified competition for new customers in online channels, and the company’s strategic decision to invest into brand-building through increased TV advertising, the acquisition costs per registered new customer (cost per lead, CPL) were higher than in the previous year at € 46.81 (2022: € 36.42). Overall, marketing expenses were 27 percent higher than in the previous year at € 30.7 million (2022: € 24.1 million). For this reason, other operating expenses rose to € 48.8 million (2022: € 40.6 million). Even taking into account ZEAL’s increased investment into marketing, EBITDA increased by 5 percent to € 23.2 million (2022: € 22.0 million). EBIT amounted to € 16.7 million (2022: € 15.5 million) while the after-tax result for the period fell to € 10.1 million (2022: € 12.1 million) due to a € 1.1 million decrease in the financial result and a significant increase in tax expenses compared to the previous year.

First figures for Online Games

With the results for the third quarter of 2023, ZEAL is presenting its first business figures for its online games offering launched in June 2023. Since the launch of the offering, ZEAL has started to grow its games portfolio. Revenue in the third quarter of 2023 amounted to € 1.2 million. As the offering was started only recently there are no comparative figures for the previous year.

Forecast confirmed

For the 2023 financial year, ZEAL continues to plan to expand its market leadership as an online provider of lottery products and introduce new products, including additional online games. For the Germany segment, ZEAL anticipates billings from lotteries (excluding games) in the range of € 800 million to € 830 million, assuming an average jackpot development. In addition, ZEAL continues to assume that revenue in the 2023 financial year will be between € 110 million and € 120 million. ZEAL expects EBITDA to be in the range of € 30 million to € 35 million. The company continues to expect to invest significantly more in new customer acquisition compared to the previous year and expects marketing expenses of € 34 million to € 39 million.

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TRUEiGTECH Unveils Enterprise-Grade Prediction Market Platform for Operators

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TRUEiGTECH has announced the development of an enterprise-grade prediction market platform designed to help operators, platform owners, and institutions launch outcome-based or event-driven trading markets at scale. 

As traditional sports betting, media monetization, and trading platforms face increasing competition and regulatory complexity, prediction markets are emerging as an adjacent category with significant growth potential. By converting collective expectations into tradable probability signals, these markets provide operators with a differentiated product without requiring entirely new user acquisition channels.

TRUEiGTECH built prediction markets are already used by operators across the USA and Europe with additional deployments underway. Prediction markets have transitioned from experimental niche platforms to primary offerings by iGaming operators.

Analysts forecast leading prediction platforms will handle roughly $1 trillion in annual trading volume by 2030, up from about $10 billion today. Revenue, meanwhile, could rise to $10 billion+ by 2030.

TRUEiGTECH’s decision to build prediction market software and platforms at this juncture will certainly prove useful for business owners and operators looking to enter the industry with the right product. 

Operators are increasingly drawn to this segment because it offers:

  • A “bet-on-anything” model, enabling markets across business, finance, entertainment, politics, and emerging trends.
  • Faster entry compared to traditional sportsbooks, especially for existing iGaming operators with established infrastructure.
  • Early-mover advantage in a category that is still taking shape globally.
  • Strong momentum in the U.S. market & across the globe, where demand for event-driven participation continues to accelerate.

TRUEiGTECH Offers Prediction Market Platforms in Multiple Ways

TRUEiGTECH’s co-founder, Prish Kumar, shares the multiple models and solutions available as a part of the company’s prediction market offerings.

“We provide turnkey and bespoke prediction market platform development solutions. Plus, we also offer prediction market clone development and prediction market API integration solutions.”

With TRUEiGTECH, operators can launch prediction markets or extend existing business offerings. By focusing on flexibility and scalability, TRUEiGTECH aims to position prediction markets as an accessible expansion path rather than a complex standalone venture.

With this launch, TRUEiGTECH enters the prediction market space as an infrastructure provider focused on enabling operators to build and launch regulation-ready prediction platforms in the USA, Europe and other regulated markets. 

About TRUEiGTECH

TRUEiGTECH is a software development company which specializes in enterprise-grade betting and trading infrastructure development. The company builds turnkey and custom platforms for;

  • Casino Platform: AI-empowered online casino software featuring multi-game aggregation, player account management (PAM), secure payment systems, and compliance-ready architecture for regulated markets.
  • Sweepstakes Platform: Legally structured online sweepstakes software designed for markets where traditional real-money gaming is restricted, enabling operators to monetize engagement while maintaining regulatory alignment.
  • Sportsbook Software: Comprehensive sportsbook software solutions featuring advanced odds management, robust risk control tools, real-time in-play betting capabilities, and scalable architecture designed for seamless multi-jurisdiction operations.
  • Casino Games: Responsive casino and slot games, with custom gaming content developed through expert casino game development processes, optimized for performance, player retention, and seamless integration into existing gaming platforms.
  • Lottery Platforms: Advanced lottery software solutions supporting draw-based, instant win, and hybrid formats, with capabilities for retail POS integration, ticket management, and regulatory reporting.

TRUEiGTECH’s iGaming solutions are built for globally regulated markets, including the USA, Europe, LATAM, and the UK. 

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58% of respondents like the“warmy” archetype. Rocket Match by RocketPlay became “ Valentine’s Tinder in Gaming”.

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This Valentine’s, RocketPlay tested a playful idea: players who seek thrills in gaming don’t necessarily want intensity in everything — including relationships. Instead of asking users to pick a “perfect partner,” RocketPlay launched Rocket Match, a fast, flirty quiz that matches players with a vibe: Bold, Sunny, Dreamy, or Adventurous.

Early Results Flip the Stereotype

Around 58% of participants matched with the Sunny archetype — defined by warmth, charm, and easy-going fun. The experiment suggests that when it comes to Valentine’s, RocketPlay’s community prefers light-hearted connection over drama or high stakes.

What Rocket Match Is

Rocket Match is a Valentine’s matchmaking quiz built inside the RocketPlay Universe. Players answer five simple, no-wrong-answer questions and instantly discover their match vibe.

The goal: move away from typical Valentine’s content that swings between overly serious romance or clichéd tropes. Rocket Match keeps it flirty, playful, and moment-focused, letting players discover a vibe rather than a label.

The four vibes include:

  • Bold – confident, high-energy, loves bigger sparks

  • Sunny – easy-going, playful, social, effortlessly charming

  • Dreamy – soft, romantic, focused on atmosphere and emotion

  • Adventurous – playful risk-taker, spontaneous, curious

Community Insights from Rocket Match

The quiz quickly gained traction, with 7,000+ completions, revealing a strong preference: Sunny, the archetype defined by warmth, lightness, and charm.

Alex Martin, PR Lead at RocketPlay, said:

“What we liked most about Rocket Match is how clearly it captured the mood people actually want on Valentine’s. It wasn’t about labels or big statements — it was about light energy, easy chemistry, and a feel-good kind of connection. That’s the vibe we try to build across the brand: simple to join, fun in the moment, and positive without the drama.”

Why It Matters

Rocket Match was more than a Valentine’s gimmick. It offered a snapshot of what RocketPlay’s community enjoys most: light energy, playful interaction, and feel-good connections. By turning a pop-culture moment into a small experiment, RocketPlay gained insight into player preferences, informing how the brand continues to design engaging, fun, and positive experiences.

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Player Safety Tips and Tools For International Responsible Gaming Day by Kaizen Gaming

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To mark International Responsible Gaming Day on February 17, leading GameTech operator Kaizen Gaming is reaffirming its commitment to safe and responsible play. The company has shared 10 practical tips to help players stay in control, along with an overview of the responsible gaming tools available on its Betano platform.

Responsible gaming is a core pillar of Kaizen Gaming’s strategy, embedded in technology, product design, and customer support. The approach focuses on prevention, education, and early intervention, ensuring gaming remains enjoyable, transparent, and safe.

10 Tips for Safe and Enjoyable Play

Kaizen Gaming encourages players to follow these key principles:

  1. Play for fun, not to earn money

  2. Monitor the time spent playing and take regular breaks

  3. Set a budget and do not exceed it

  4. Stay social and maintain balance with other activities

  5. Play sober

  6. Protect minors and prevent underage access

  7. Do not chase losses

  8. Avoid gambling under stress or emotional distress

  9. When in doubt, stop playing

  10. Use the responsible gaming tools available to you

These guidelines aim to promote awareness and help players make conscious, informed decisions while gaming.

Leadership Insight

Ismini Nasaina, Head of Responsible Gaming at Kaizen Gaming, said:

“Gaming can only stay fun when our players stay in control. Responsible Gaming is not a platform feature for us, it’s a core operating principle that shapes how we design our products and how we support players. Our focus is to help players stay in control through clear information, practical tools, and timely interventions where needed.”

Responsible Gaming Tools on Betano

Kaizen Gaming offers a comprehensive suite of tools to support player safety:

  • Financial limits – deposit, loss, and wager limits, plus withdrawal cancellation and blocking

  • Time management – session timers and personal time limits

  • Self-exclusion – for longer breaks

  • Time-out features – short, immediate pauses

  • Access to helplines – for external support organisations

  • Rigorous age verification – to prevent underage access

  • Educational content – clear, localised guidance

  • Self-assessment tools – evaluate gaming behaviour

  • 24/7 specialised customer support – trained in responsible gaming

Ismini Nasaina added:

“Increasing awareness around responsible play and making safeguards easy to understand and use is essential. International Responsible Gaming Day is a good opportunity to reinforce these basics and remind players that protection tools and support are always available. Player awareness and control are what keep the gaming environment safe and sustainable.”

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