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Soft2Bet’s official MEGA launch during ICE London 2024
Soft2Bet celebrated ICE 2024 in style as more than 40,000 delegates descended on the London Excel expo centre and also held meetings, participated in discussion panels, workshops and an amazing partners party in London!
Soft2bet’s stand: a symbol of MEGA growth and innovation
With an amazing new stand highlighting another year of strong growth, ICE 2024 also marked the official launch of Soft2Bet’s Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA), its unique gamification technology suite; as it showcased the latest updates and innovations it has brought to its casino and sportsbook solutions, driving value for its current, new and prospective partners.
The company hosted a whole series of workshops where company leaders provided updates on a broad range of products, B2B services and platform developments, while senior executives also took part in conference panels to discuss how the industry can move forward in cooperation with key stakeholders.
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ICE WORKSHOPS & MEGA PRODUCTS
Product Manager Olga Melnyk updated partners with the latest developments we have brought to our leading gamification products City Builder, Stadium Builder and Bonus Crab, while Chief Product Officer Yoel Zuckerberg provided further detail on the continued progress his team has made on Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA), our unique gamification technology that drives higher engagement, activity and revenues.
Commenting on ICE, Yoel said: “As we often say, Soft2Bet takes gamification seriously and the growth it generates is proof that this focus is the right one for us. It was a pleasure to meet and update partners on the latest innovations we have brought to our products and we look forward to providing them with even more commercial benefits, growth and expansion as we move forward into 2024.”
Our Chief Business Development Officer Martin Collins welcomed partners and delegates with a presentation of our B2B products and services and how Soft2Bet’s comprehensive platform is tailored to drive growth and commercial success.
Martin commented: “Being able to show delegates how Soft2Bet’s B2B solutions help businesses grow was fantastic. Events like ICE are a great opportunity for meeting contacts and partners in person and being able to educate them in how our products work and help them grow their revenues was highly enjoyable. As a company Soft2Bet is known as a leader in gamification with MEGA, but we also provide a full package of best-in-class platform and sportsbook solutions that are backed up with powerful CRM, payments and security services.”
ICE VOX WORLD REGULATORY BRIEFING
Soft2Bet General Counsel David Yatom Hay discussed the changing role of gambling compliance and how iGaming companies connect corporate ethics with commercial growth during the ICE Vox World Regulatory Briefing.
The panel discussed how sustainability and good governance were now integral components of iGaming companies’ corporate roadmaps.
David commented: “Compliance plays a key role at Soft2Bet as we balance growth with corporate ethics. We drive the business forward by understanding the interaction between all these factors. As we mature as a business we are also constantly improving in how we balance commercial goals with ethics and expanding our regulatory footprint.”
SOFT2BET PARTNERS PARTY
More than 300 specially-invited guests made their way to London’s iconic Aqua Shard restaurant overlooking the city on Wednesday evening for an amazing cabaret-themed party.
Welcoming partners and meeting them is one of the major benefits of ICE and Soft2Bet’s Chief Marketing Officer Oksana Tsyhankova commented: “Soft2Bet is well known for its fantastic parties, and we strive to exceed ourselves each time. The same goes for business. We care about our partners and create the best experience to mark our mutual success, growth, and achievements!”
BLAST
BLAST partners with MATCH on premium fan travel for 2026-27 events
Deal covers travel and hospitality packages across BLAST’s event slate, starting with BLAST Premier Hong Kong Rivals in November.
BLAST has signed a one-year partnership with MATCH to develop premium fan travel experiences and related commercial opportunities across BLAST events in 2026 and 2027, including the BLAST Premier Hong Kong Rivals 2026. The companies said the work will start immediately, with an initial focus on the BLAST Premier Hong Kong Rivals event in November.
BLAST VP of Destinations and Market Development James Woollard said: “We’re thrilled to partner with MATCH, a company with an unrivalled track record in delivering top-tier fan travel experiences at the biggest sporting events in the world. As BLAST continues to grow globally and attract growing numbers of travelling fans, this partnership represents an exciting opportunity to further elevate the live event experience for fans and audiences across esports.”
MATCH is best known for hospitality and accommodation programmes at major sports events, including four consecutive FIFA World Cups
from 2010 to 2022, as well as Ryder Cup tournaments, Formula 1 Grands Prix and ATP tennis tournaments. MATCH Director of UK Events and Business Strategy Richard Parker said: “Esports is one of the most exciting growth frontiers in live entertainment, and BLAST stands out as a world-class platform with incredible potential. At MATCH, we see a tremendous opportunity to bring our expertise in creating premium fan experiences into the esports arena. We are very enthusiastic about the possibility of working together with BLAST to deliver innovative, unforgettable experiences for esports fans worldwide.”
BLAST said MATCH will also bring its network of clients, sponsors, federations, agents and media partners to support international attendance and partner activation, alongside MATCH’s technology and operational infrastructure. The announcement follows BLAST’s 2025 live events activity, where the organiser said it delivered 15 arena shows across 10 countries spanning five titles and sold 194,421 tickets.
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BLAST
BLAST and MATCH Announce Strategic Partnership to Elevate Premium Esports Experiences Worldwide
Partnership to focus on fan travel experiences for BLAST events in 2026 and 2027, including the BLAST Premier Hong Kong Rivals 2026
BLAST, one of the world’s leading esports entertainment companies, today announced a new strategic partnership with MATCH, a globally renowned leader in premium sports experiences with extensive expertise spanning product development, production, marketing, sales and customer service.
The one-year agreement will see MATCH work alongside BLAST to deliver premium fan travel experiences and commercial opportunities across BLAST’s global esports events portfolio, with an immediate focus on the upcoming BLAST Premier Hong Kong Rivals in November.
MATCH, and its associated group of companies, are internationally recognised for delivering world-class hospitality and accommodation programmes at some of the globe’s biggest and more commercially successful sports events, including four consecutive FIFA World Cups
between 2010 and 2022, multiple Ryder Cup tournaments, Formula 1 Grand Prix and ATP tennis tournaments.
The partnership comes amid continued global growth and demand for elevated live esports events. In 2025 alone, BLAST delivered 15 arena shows across 10 countries spanning five of the world’s leading esports titles, selling 194,421 tickets to fans worldwide as esports continues to establish itself as one of the fastest-growing sectors in live entertainment.
James Woollard, VP of Destinations and Market Development for BLAST, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with MATCH, a company with an unrivalled track record in delivering top-tier fan travel experiences at the biggest sporting events in the world. As BLAST continues to grow globally and attract growing numbers of travelling fans, this partnership represents an exciting opportunity to further elevate the live event experience for fans and audiences across esports.”
Richard Parker, Director of UK Events and Business Strategy for MATCH, said: “Esports is one of the most exciting growth frontiers in live entertainment, and BLAST stands out as a world-class platform with incredible potential. At MATCH, we see a tremendous opportunity to bring our expertise in creating premium fan experiences into the esports arena. We are very enthusiastic about the possibility of working together with BLAST to deliver innovative, unforgettable experiences for esports fans worldwide.”
Through the partnership, MATCH will bring its extensive global network of clients, sponsors, international sports federations, agents and media partners to BLAST events, helping expand international attendance, elevate fan experiences and further position esports within the premium live entertainment landscape.
The collaboration will also leverage MATCH’s proven technology, infrastructure and operational expertise that has supported some of the world’s largest sporting events, creating scalable fan travel solutions tailored for esports audiences and commercial partners.
MATCH’s integrated model combines rights-holder expertise with full-service delivery capabilities, enabling efficient setup, operational consistency and premium guest experiences across global events. The company’s proven international reach attracted attendees from more than 150 countries during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
, demonstrating the scale and effectiveness of its worldwide hospitality and marketing network.
The partnership reinforces BLAST’s continued ambition to innovate and expand the esports event experience globally, creating new opportunities for fans, brands and commercial partners alike.
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Big Game Summer
GG.BET rolls out Big Game Summer campaign tied to FIFA World Cup 2026
Operator publishes World Cup outright odds as of June 11 and promotes fast markets and bet builder products around the tournament.
GG.BET has launched its “Big Game Summer” campaign ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, positioning the promotion around tournament betting and a “special tournament prize pool,” according to the company.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs across the USA, Canada and Mexico and expands to 48 teams, 104 matches and a 39-day schedule. Under the new format, the field is split into 12 groups of four, with the top two in each group plus eight best third-placed teams moving into a newly added Round of 32.
GG.BET said its World Cup offering includes “Fast Markets” for selected matches and a Bet Builder product for custom combinations, alongside “exclusive tournament bonuses” and “fast payouts.” The company did not disclose the campaign’s prize pool size or any eligibility terms in the release.
The operator also published outright odds taken from gg.bet “as of 12:00 CET on June 11, 2026,” noting they are subject to change. GG.BET listed Portugal at 5.17, followed by Spain (5.77), Germany (5.87), England (7.2), Colombia (8.62), Argentina (9.88), France (9.89) and Brazil (10.38).
In the release, GG.BET pointed to the tournament opener on June 11 between Mexico and South Africa at Azteca Stadium, describing it as “the first stadium in history to host a men’s FIFA World Cup for the third time.”
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