partnerships
Fincore and SB22 enter “industry first” biometrics partnership
Gaming Software specialist integrates its powerful facial recognition solution into self-service sports betting platform to help solve challenges around anonymity in retail.
Fincore, a leading provider of technology and software solutions to the gambling industry has signed a breakthrough deal with next-generation sports betting retail platform supplier, SB22.Under the deal, SB22 will use Fincore’s facial recognition solution in its proprietary self-service betting kiosks to help overcome challenges around fraud prevention, responsible gambling, and personalisation.SB22 offers the regulated sports betting market a cutting-edge self-service retail solution.Fincore offers an advanced facial recognition system with actionable events based on real-time data and detection which is compatible with any modern retail solution. This can be used for fraud prevention as well as social responsibility by identifying excluded players who have self-excluded or are not permitted to bet under local laws and regulations. For example, professional sports players and officials.To ensure SB22 can maximise the potential of its platform, Fincore has tailored its algorithms to drive optimal performance. This is only possible because of the company’s deep industry experience, creative capability, and technological know-how which it uses to integrate each of its solutions to meet the unique needs of each partner.Mateja Popovic, CEO at Fincore, said: “Fincore is delighted once again to partner with a leading solution provider in the regulated gaming market, especially SB22 with its North American focus. Both companies share a deep technology and industry heritage and I feel particularly flattered that SB22, another sports betting platform provider, selected Fincore for a specific module, demonstrating the merit of our modular approach and the trust we share.”Vladimir Jovanovic, COO at SB22, added: “At SB22 we leverage the best of breed technologies to build and run our state-of-the-art platform. This partnership with Fincore brings another innovative technology into the SB22 solution stack, allowing us to leverage the power and sophistication of biometrics to benefit our customers and their patrons in so many ways.“Thanks to this integration, our operator partners will be able to instantly identify their patrons and offer them a superior experience, while bringing seamless benefits to their responsible gambling and compliance requirements.”
Gaming Realms has launched its Slingo portfolio in Switzerland with Swiss4Win.ch, the online casino brand of Casinò Lugano, on 16th July 2026.
The supplier said the agreement is its second operator launch in the Swiss market and extends distribution of its content library through Playtech’s platform.
Swiss4Win.ch players now have access to a selection of titles including Slingo Sweet Bonanza, Slingo Xxxtreme and Slingo Gold Cash.
Mariachiara Lagravinese, Regional Account Manager at Gaming Realms, said: “Building on our recent debut in Switzerland, this partnership with Swiss4Win.ch will see us reach an even greater audience in the country where our unique content has been popular with local players.
“Switzerland represents an attractive market for us and this launch with a reputable local operator sees us strengthen our foothold in the region.”
Paolo Sanvido, CEO of Casinò Lugano, said: “We’re committed to offering our players a diverse portfolio of premium gaming content, and Gaming Realms’ Slingo titles bring something truly unique to our casino lobby. We’re excited to introduce these games to our customers and further strengthen our entertainment offering with engaging and innovative experiences.”
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PandaScore has signed a partnership with Thrillzz, the US social sportsbook built by Geckos Games, to supply esports odds, statistics and betting products.
Thrillzz will use PandaScore’s esports products to expand its competitive offering across eBasketball, Counter-Strike, League of Legends and Dota 2, alongside an esports soccer product that is already live on the platform.
The agreement comes as Thrillzz scales across the US market. The company said it has surpassed one million installs across more than 40 states.
Oliver Niner, Head of B2B at PandaScore, said: “Thrillzz has built real momentum in the US social space, and we are delighted to support that growth with an esports offering that gives its players genuine choice and round-the-clock action.
“Our esports soccer product has already found an audience on the platform, and after so much interest in the World Cup the timing could not be better to broaden the range further. We look forward to working closely with the team as they continue to scale.”
Chen Sheleg , CPO & Co-founder of Geckos Games, added: “Thrillzz Social Sports players want competitive, sports-led entertainment that does not stop when the whistle blows, and PandaScore gives us exactly that.
“Adding a full esports range, on top of the soccer product already performing so well, lets us deliver the kind of 24/7 experience our community is looking for. PandaScore’s products and the support of its trading team made this an easy partnership to move forward with.”
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The bespoke version of Wazdan’s 16 Coins
adds Betsson branding and keeps Hold the Jackpot and Cash Infinity features.
Wazdan has launched 16 Coins Betsson, a bespoke branded version of its 16 Coins title, in partnership with Betsson.
The release adapts Wazdan’s Coins series format for Betsson players, combining the original game’s mechanics with operator-specific branding. The game is played across 16 independent reels in a 4×4 layout.
In 16 Coins Betsson, rewards are delivered through the Hold the Jackpot bonus round rather than standard paying symbols in the base game. During the bonus, players collect Coin symbols across the grid with the objective of filling all positions to win the Grand Jackpot.
The game also includes Wazdan’s Cash Infinity mechanic.
Andrzej Hyla, Chief Commercial Officer at Wazdan, said: “Delivering tailored experiences for our partners has always been an important part of our approach, and 16 Coins Betsson is a strong example of how we can adapt proven content while preserving the quality of the user experience.
“We are proud of what our team has achieved with this release and delighted to collaborate with Betsson on bringing a customised version of one of our most well-loved game formats to its players.”
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