Internet Vikings, a licensed in-state hosting provider for the iGaming and online sports betting industry, has officially launched its services in Arkansas, extending its operations to 25 U.S. states.

The company offers a range of hosting solutions, including VMware Cloud Hosting, Bare Metal Servers, and Co-location solutions. Designed to meet the needs of the iGaming and online sports betting industry, these services ensure compliance, scalability, and reliability, supporting operators in maintaining uninterrupted operations.

Rickard Vikström, CEO and Founder of Internet Vikings, stated, “Launching in Arkansas is an important step in our U.S. strategy. Our goal has always been to provide dependable hosting that aligns with the specific needs of our partners.”

Kristoffer Ottosson, COO of Internet Vikings, added, “With every state we enter, we ensure that our support standards and customer-centricity expands with us. We look forward to building lasting relationships in Arkansas.”

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This new state expansion at the end of 2024 has been one of many achievements from Internet Vikings. These include winning the EGR North America Award 2024 for Cloud and IT Services Partner of the Year, introducing pay-as-you-go bursting available in 25 states — and achieving Broadcom VMware Premier Partner status. Additionally, Internet Vikings expanded into Latin America, reaching and supporting emerging markets.

Internet Vikings remains focused on building long-term partnerships and delivering hosting solutions that are flexible and aligned with industry requirements. The company’s experience in supporting operators in regulated markets positions it as a valuable partner for businesses establishing operations in Arkansas.

Internet Vikings, a licensed in-state hosting provider for iGaming and online sports betting, announces their partnership with Alpha Innovations, a provider of data center services. Under the agreement Internet Vikings will supply Alpha Innovations with VMware licensing through its VMware White Label solution.

Alpha Innovations, known for being a leading Managed Services Provider  including cloud computing, data storage, and backup, has chosen to partner with Internet Vikings, a member of the Broadcom Premier Partnership program. This membership highlights Internet Vikings’ capabilities in supporting large-scale and highly regulated environments.

Internet Vikings will provide Alpha Innovations with the essential VMware license, an asset for their cloud offerings. This addition enhances Alpha Innovations’ capability to set up and maintain regulated and compliant cloud environments while upholding their high standards.
“The added value of our licensing solutions and support services aligns perfectly with Alpha Innovations’ needs,” said Rickard Vikström, CEO and Founder at Internet Vikings.

Douglas Tate, CEO at Alpha Innovations added, “As a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP), Alpha Innovations is always looking for ways to improve our service offerings. Our partnership with Internet Vikings is a win-win for our clients. By leveraging Internet Vikings’ VMware licensing solutions, we can offer our clients more flexible, scalable, and secure cloud solutions. This will ultimately help our clients achieve their business goals more efficiently and effectively.”

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Both companies are committed to maintaining a transparent and mutually beneficial relationship, demonstrating how data centers and hosting providers can collaborate to meet the licensing needs of the industry.

Internet Vikings, a licensed in-state hosting provider for iGaming and online sports betting, announces today that, with the voters of Missouri approving Amendment 2, they are prepared to offer their range of hosting solutions to operators and suppliers entering this newly regulating market.

Leveraging an established presence in 24 U.S. States, Internet Vikings is set to offer Missouri tailored, competitively priced hosting solutions.

“With the state officially opening its doors to sports betting, we are ready to provide the secure infrastructure needed to enter this market confidently,” said Rickard Vikström, Founder and CEO of Internet Vikings. “Our team is prepared to act swiftly to support companies seeking a fast, compliant launch.”

To meet the requirements of businesses moving into Missouri’s sports betting space, Internet Vikings’ range of solutions streamlines the setup process. The company’s infrastructure supports performance, flexibility with their new Pay-As-You-Go Cloud bursting, and compliance, ensuring a reliable foundation for those looking to establish a strong foothold in the state.

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“The entire Internet Vikings team is committed to giving operators and suppliers the best possible start, backed by our infrastructure and around-the-clock NOC support,” Vikström added.

With over 16 years of experience, Internet Vikings brings their expertise to Missouri and invites both new and established sports betting businesses to connect and explore tailored solutions designed for this new market.