partnerships
SGG Media & Pro League Network Announce Social Media Sports Partnership
SGG Media will use its extensive network of two-thousand sports micro-influencer content creators and 60 million sports fan followers to create impactful and memorable social media marketing c ampaigns for Pro League Network’s roster of unique sports content.
Pro League Network (PLN) is the leading sports media and entertainment company producing fun, unique sports optimized for wagering. PLN launched in 2022 with a vision to create a new type of sports entertainment, combining a diverse range of sports with social media creators to provide a unique watch’n’wager betting experience.
PNL’s portfolio of sports features some of the viral sports competitions in the world, including the World Putting League, CarJitsu Championship, SlapFIGHT Championships and the highly anticipated streetball 3×3 league str33t, produced in partnership with Kevin Garnett and Big Ticket sports.
PLN’s sports are now available for wagering by many leading sportsbooks, including DraftKings, bet365, and Betfred, in the U.S. and internationally.
“Many of Pro League Network’s events offer legal wagering our targeted micro-influencer social media sports fan audience may find interesting and entertaining” says Troy Paul – SGG Media CEO. “The sports offered may be something you have never seen before, but they are compelling, and you can’t turn away once these events start streaming!”
Mike Salvaris & Bill Yucatonis – Pro League Network Co-Founders said “Pro League Network’s goal is to introduce fun, live, betable, professional sports events to a new generation of players. These types of sports are fun for groups of fans to stream and watch in their own physical and on-line communities.”
“We aim to modernize sports entertainment by capitalizing on the exploding live streaming sports wagering market. SGG Media ’s experience in social media, excellent portfolio of highly engaged micro-influencer content creators, and unique approach to marketing are leading this new chapter in the history of alternative sports” says Troy Paul – SGG Media CEO .
Cryptocurrency
Paysafe Introduces “Pay with Crypto” to Meet US iGaming Demand
The new product powered by MoonPay allows players to easily deposit using stablecoins and cryptocurrencies at iGaming and daily fantasy sports companies.
Paysafe, an international payment platform, today revealed the introduction of Pay with Crypto, a novel cryptocurrency payment option for iGaming operators and daily fantasy sports companies in the U.S. market. Enabled by MoonPay, the top provider in worldwide crypto payments and stablecoin systems, Pay with Crypto enables customers of iGaming brands to conveniently use their chosen stablecoin or cryptocurrency to fund their player accounts, where allowed.
Approximately 70.4 million American adults are said to own cryptocurrency, and Paysafe’s research shows that 83% of U.S. players are interested in crypto payments, prompting the company to introduce Pay with Crypto to satisfy this demand. A player wishing to fund their iGaming account with USD Coin (USDC), another stablecoin, or any leading cryptocurrency can now use Paysafe’s new payment option for operators’ cashiers, which allows for quick conversion of their crypto deposit to U.S. dollars for gameplay.
Upon choosing Pay with Crypto and their desired stablecoin or cryptocurrency, players just link their crypto or custodial wallet to complete the deposit, while the MoonPay Commerce Checkouts technology also facilitates transactions through QR code using users’ mobile devices. After verifying the transactions, Pay with Crypto immediately converts crypto deposits into U.S. dollars to credit the player’s account.
The flexibility inherent in the Pay with Crypto solution also applies to operators, who can opt to settle payments nearly instantly in stablecoins within their business crypto wallet, or in U.S. dollars or other major fiat currencies via MoonPay’s Virtual Accounts driven by Iron.
Operators can enhance their cashiers with Pay with Crypto via a single, seamless integration of the Paysafe Gateway, designed specifically for iGaming and utilizing the company’s 30 years of worldwide expertise. The Gateway, which already features seamless card payments, the Skrill digital wallet, the PaysafeCash eCash option, a Pay by Bank service, and over 30 local payment methods, is further diversifying its services by introducing Pay with Crypto to cater to changing transactional preferences.
Zak Cutler, President of Global Gaming at Paysafe, said: “Galvanized by the growing popularity of stablecoins, cryptocurrency is evolving in the U.S. from an investment asset into a unit of value for payments, and we’re seeing this shift gather pace in the country’s iGaming market. Against this backdrop, we’re delighted to unveil Pay with Crypto, a forward-thinking solution that strongly positions U.S. operators for their customers’ changing transactional preferences – the future of how they pay when they play.”
Ivan Soto-Wright, Founder and CEO of MoonPay, commented: “Crypto rails are making payments faster and more efficient, and our job is to close the gap between this technology and real-world utility. People shouldn’t have to convert their digital assets just to make a purchase – they want to use what they already have. Paysafe brings that experience to more people through trusted, regulated platforms.”
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AFLE
AFLE and SCCG Management Announce Strategic Partnership to Build Gaming and Fan Engagement Ecosystem Ahead of Inaugural Season
The American Football League Europe (AFLE) and SCCG Management, a leading advisory firm in the global gaming industry, have announced a strategic partnership ahead of the league’s inaugural season in May 2026. As part of the agreement, SCCG Management Founder and CEO Stephen Crystal has been appointed Senior Vice President Gaming of the AFLE, where he will lead all gaming-related business development and commercial partnership initiatives.
Building a gaming strategy from the ground up
Together, the AFLE and SCCG Management will develop and execute a comprehensive gaming and sports betting strategy for the league. This includes the establishment of official betting partnerships, affiliate programs, and sponsorship-driven revenue opportunities designed to strengthen fan engagement and support the long-term commercial growth of the league and it‘s eight member clubs.
Leading the way in gaming expertise
SCCG Management brings more than 34 years of experience in the global gaming industry, with offices across North America, Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Brazil. The firm works with over 130 client-partners across diverse iGaming verticals and specializes in strategic growth, sports wagering and technology-driven fan experiences.
In his new role, Stephen Crystal will focus on securing and managing relationships across sportsbooks, gaming operators, affiliate networks and betting media partners, while ensuring full alignment with regulatory frameworks across European markets.
A league built for the modern era
The AFLE is a newly formed professional American football league dedicated to building a sustainable, team-driven competition across Europe. With franchises in Germany, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, France, Italy and the United Kingdom, the league is designed for scalability, media integration and international fan engagement from day one. Operating under an investor-backed structure with collaborative input from all league stakeholders, the AFLE was founded on principles of transparency, long-term development and professional governance.
That foundation makes gaming integration a natural next step. As global demand for sports betting content continues to grow, the AFLE is positioned to embed gaming partnerships directly into its commercial strategy from inception, creating new revenue streams while expanding it‘s reach to fans across European markets.
What the partnership means to both sides
Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, said: “This is a rare opportunity to help build a professional sports league with gaming and fan engagement fully integrated into its foundation. AFLE has the structure, vision, and market timing to become a major force in international sports. We’re excited to lead the development of its gaming ecosystem and establish partnerships that drive meaningful, long-term value for the league and its stakeholders.”
Moritz Heisler, COO and Managing Director of the AFLE, added: “Partnering with SCCG Management is a significant step in building the commercial infrastructure of the AFLE from day one. Gaming and sports betting are a natural part of modern fan engagement, and having Stephen Crystal lead this space gives us the right expertise and industry network to do it properly. We are building a league for the long term, and these kinds of strategic partnerships are exactly what will make that possible.”
With the inaugural season just weeks away, this partnership marks an important step in the AFLE’s commercial journey. Together, the AFLE and SCCG Management are laying the groundwork for a gaming ecosystem that is built to grow alongside the league and deliver lasting value for fans, clubs and partners across Europe.
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Avanti Studios
Avanti Studios brings first new live casino games to Spanish players via Luckia since 2013 Live Roulette launch
Avanti Studios, known for its innovative live casino tech using motion capture and real-time cloud streaming, has entered the Spanish market with Luckia.es. This marks Avanti’s first approved agreement in Spain and the launch of new live casino titles, including Toro y Matador, Dragon Tiger, and Baccarat, with Blackjack En Vivo coming soon.
The deal is notable as RNG integration allows Luckia.es to offer fresh live casino content in Spain for the first time since 2013, giving the operator a strong competitive edge. Avanti’s games use lifelike digital clones modeled on professional dealers, created with MetaHuman and 3D animation tools, delivering a seamless, cost-efficient alternative to traditional live tables.
Operators can launch multiple tables at any limits, customise dealer appearance and language, and scale easily without extra capital or staffing. Luckia plans to introduce up to 10 new live casino tables at launch and promote Avanti content across its platform.
Jonas Delin, Co-Founder of Avanti Studios, said: “With Luckia.es being an omni-channel operator with a strong retail presence, we couldn’t think of a better partner. Our next-generation titles will give them flexibility and should be a huge hit with Spanish players.”
Eloy Fernández, Head of Product at Luckia.es, added: “It’s important for Luckia to stay at the forefront of innovation. Avanti’s lifelike digital dealers and cloud streaming make games look, feel, and play real, while RNG ensures fairness—allowing us to offer exciting new live casino content for the first time in over 10 years.”
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