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Oddschecker expands scope with Confido Network launch

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Oddschecker Global Media (OGM), a global technology company that offers the world’s leading odds comparison site and a betting destination for millions of users, is thrilled to announce the launch of Confido Network, a cutting-edge iGaming publisher network that is set to reshape the sports-affiliate partnership landscape.

OGM has established itself as a renowned name in the sports-affiliate industry, driven by a deep commitment to delivering top-tier sports publishing while fostering robust relationships with a multitude of operators. The team at OGM brings with them a wealth of expertise and experience, making them a trusted partner for affiliates and operators alike.

Confido Network is a newfound collaboration from an elite team of digital marketing experts boasting a collective 35 years of SEO, backlink and affiliate experience in the iGaming sector, led by Hannah Fox, OGM’s Head of Media Network, and recent group hire Michelle Lennox.

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The new venture is poised to redefine the affiliate network landscape by significantly improving backlink strategy and delivering more effective sub-affiliate links. With a decade of putting in the hard yards of managing affiliate networks, this new team is set to revolutionise the way iGaming publishers and operators work together.

Upon its launch, Confido Network will showcase an impressive array of nearly 1,000 deals from over 200 renowned brands, including BetMGM, Unibet, and bet365 across more than 70 affiliate programs. Partners will also enjoy the convenience of a single account manager overseeing all their deals, access to a unified statistics platform, and a reliable monthly payment system.

Richard Gale, Chief Revenue Officer of Oddschecker Global Media, said: “The Confido Network vision is clear: to be the largest, most reputable, and most trusted network in the iGaming industry.”

“With a mantra of exceptional customer service as standard and commitment to technology solutions that will streamline the partnership experience for partners, Confido Network will unite the best sports and casino publishers and advertisers with our extensive industry contacts, elevating the earning potential of both operators and affiliates.”

Oddschecker Global Media’s partnership with Confido Network reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence in the iGaming affiliate sphere. This is the next step in an exciting journey ahead and the incredible opportunities that Confido Network will unlock for all involved.

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SPORTFIVE Expands Global Media Production Services With Athlete-Focused Division

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SPORTFIVE, a leading international sports marketing agency, has announced the continued growth of its global media production services, reinforcing its position as a creative and strategic partner to rightsholders, brands and athletes worldwide.

An Integrated Approach To Athlete Content

With increasing demand for high-quality, digital-first storytelling across sport, SPORTFIVE has scaled its production capabilities across multiple markets – enhancing its ability to deliver original content, multi-platform campaigns, and athlete-led narratives at speed and at scale. As part of this evolution, the agency has brought together and formalized its athlete content expertise into a focused division dedicated to developing and producing bespoke media products for talent: the Global Athlete Media House. Integrated within SPORTFIVE’s broader production offering, this team delivers tailored strategies and cross-channel content that supports athletes in building long-term personal brands.

SPORTFIVE has long been a trusted partner for athletes seeking to strengthen their presence beyond the pitch, court, or track. From building digital identities and launching social media profiles, to producing documentaries and long-form content, the agency has played a pivotal role in helping athletes engage fans and position themselves as global media personalities.

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Notable work includes Jürgen Klopp’s Instagram launch (@Kloppo), Manuel Neuer’s entry into the Chinese market via Weibo and Xiaohongshu, and Rio Ferdinand’s Tipping Point documentary with Amazon Prime Video. More recently, SPORTFIVE supported the Becker Petkovic Podcast, launched during the 2025 Australian Open, which quickly became one of the most popular tennis podcasts in German-speaking markets.

The Global Athlete Media House builds on this foundation, offering services across four key pillars:

Social Media
Custom content and platform strategy tailored to each athlete’s brand and audience.

Podcast Formats
Concept development, production, and distribution of athlete-hosted audio and video formats.

Off-Court PR
Media activations and storytelling designed to extend athlete relevance beyond competition.

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Original Content
From branded videos to full-scale documentaries, creating high-quality stories that resonate globally.

These services are available not only to SPORTFIVE-represented athletes, but also to brands, rightsholders, and external talent seeking strategic, athlete-first media production.

“Athletes today are more than just sports professionals – they are brands, creators, and entrepreneurs. At SPORTFIVE, we recognized early on that authentic, high-quality content is essential for building long-term athlete brands. With the Global Athlete Media House, we are taking the next step by combining our expertise and services in one department. This provides not only our own athletes with a range of services but also extends these to external partners.” said Ron Wiegand, Senior Vice President Global Athlete & Team Marketing, SPORTFIVE.

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Yaspa shortlisted for two prestigious gambling industry awards

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  • Real-time payment provider nominated for safer gambling and innovation accolades

  • London-based company was awarded government grant to develop unique responsible gambling solution

London, April 29, 2025 – Real-time payment provider Yaspa has been shortlisted for two prestigious gambling industry awards.

The London-based company is named among the nominees for Innovation in Payments Solutions and Safer Gambling Software Supplier at the forthcoming EGR B2B Awards.

Now in their 16th year, the EGR B2B Awards are known for recognising excellence in service providers in the gambling industry, rewarding those truly leading the way in innovation, reliability and client service. The winners will be announced at a ceremony at the Roundhouse in London on July 3.

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Yaspa enables smooth, simple and secure instant payments through open banking for a range of partners. It works with online and offline gambling industry businesses, including Playbook Engineering, Novibet, NetBet, Casino Lugano and White Hat Gaming.

In 2024 Yaspa was awarded an Innovate UK grant to continue to develop its Intelligent Payments solution – a unique B2B platform that combines open banking technology and AI to help gambling operators identify vulnerable players in a frictionless manner. It is designed to empower businesses by combining Pay by Bank transactions, AI-powered verification, and real-time risk assessment into a seamless, secure experience.

In the gambling sector, Yaspa is able to help operators support responsible gambling with access to player transaction data at the point of deposit, delivering real-time user insights for a significantly broader and more accurate picture of a player’s pan-operator activity and financial health.

Yaspa CEO James Neville said: “The EGR awards are regarded as the pinnacle of B2B igaming ceremonies and for Yaspa to be nominated is great recognition for our team’s hard work and dedication to innovation.

“Our Intelligent Payments solution is a truly unique proposition and it’s wonderful to see that its potential to have a profound impact as a responsible gambling tool has been recognised.

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“We are very proud to be shortlisted alongside some of the biggest names in the gambling and payments industries and we are very much looking forward to the awards night.”

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BETBY EXPANDS E-SIM GAME PORTFOLIO WITH NEW eSOCCER AND eFIGHTING TITLES

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BETBY, the premium sportsbook supplier, has expanded its proprietary esports feed, BETBY Games, with the launch of two new e-sims inspired by some of the most popular titles in global gaming: FIFA’s Penalty Shootout and Mortal Kombat 11. With these additions, the BETBY Games portfolio now includes 16 titles, offering expanded betting opportunities for operators and players.

The latest releases further reinforce BETBY’s two core esports verticals — eSoccer and eFighting — and reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering diverse and engaging betting content. The football-themed title introduces fast-paced gameplay, with each match lasting less than 3 minutes, and includes three leagues based on the World Cup, Spanish La Liga, and Brazilian Série A. Featuring over 15 betting markets in a classic format of 5 shots for each team, this addition brings 30,000 matches per month to the BETBY Games feed, all designed to run with low margins and high engagement.

The second release draws from the iconic world of arcade-style fighting games, offering dynamic player-versus-player action in a Best-of-3 (BO3) format with each match also taking less than 3 minutes. Featuring more than 15 markets and three ongoing tournaments — Elements and Forces, Power and Royalty, and Technology and Chaos — this title equals the football counterpart delivering another 30,000 monthly matches to the platform.

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With these new launches, BETBY Games now boasts 70+ tournaments, 350+ betting markets, and supports over 300,000 live matches every month, cementing its position as one of the most comprehensive and high-frequency esports betting solutions in the industry.

Kirill Nekrasov, Head of Sportsbook Product at BETBY, commented: “The launch of these new titles showcases our commitment to evolving the BETBY Games offering and delivering esports content that resonates with players worldwide. By drawing inspiration from globally recognized franchises, we create products that are both familiar and optimized for high-frequency betting environments. This approach enables operators to expand their portfolios and gives players even more excitement and engagement.”

This launch follows the recent success of BETBY Games, which was awarded Best Esports Product 2025 at the SiGMA Americas Awards. This achievement underscores BETBY’s strategic focus on redefining the esports betting experience through unmatched flexibility, deep customization, and exceptional engagement for both operators and players.

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