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Sharp Alpha Closes Fund II With Over $25 Million To Back Sports, Gaming, Entertainment Startups

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Sharp Alpha Advisors announced the closing of Sharp Alpha Fund II, an oversubscribed $25 million venture capital fund investing in early-stage sports, gaming, and entertainment businesses.

Existing investments in Fund II include C15 Studio, which recently emerged from stealth mode as the operator and distributor of Formula 1’s new streaming channel. Previous investments include Almost Friday Media, Jackpot.com, and Betcha (acquired by Vivid Seats).

The fund targets seed investments ranging from $1 – 2 million. Sharp Alpha also operates a co-investment vehicle that provides limited partners the ability to invest additional capital in select deals alongside the fund.

Managing Partner Lloyd Danzig was recently named to Business Insider’s Top Venture Capitalists in Sports and ELG’s 40 Under 40. He is frequently featured by CNBC, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.

The fund is backed by public companies, US fnancial institutions, pro sports team owners, family offces, top venture capitalists, and funds of funds, among others.

According to Danzig, there is a signifcant opportunity at the intersection of sports, gaming, media, and technology. “The competitive entertainment category is experiencing exponential growth but at the same time is desperate for innovation that early-stage companies are best positioned to supply.”

The fund has exceeded its $25 million capital raise target and expanded the size of its deal team.

Commenting on current market conditions, Danzig explained, “we are entering the most favorable period in the last 15 years to bet on great founders.”

Sharp Alpha’s advisory board includes Keith Horn, founder of Loring Capital Advisors and former COO of Elliott Management and Global Head of Leveraged Finance at Merrill Lynch; Emanuel Pearlman, the former Chairman of Empire Resorts and board member at several public companies; Daniel Bernard, Founder and Chairman of Redwood International Sports; Roy Behren, the President and Chief Investment Offcer of a $5.2 billion asset manager; and Don Kornstein, the Vice Chairman of Caesars Entertainment and former executive at numerous successful gaming companies.

In addition to investment capital, the frm provides portfolio companies with a suite of resources and opportunities spanning fundraising, revenue generation, brand awareness, commercial strategy, fnancial planning, and product development.

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Gaming Corps appoints Fredrik Geijer as Chief Financial Officer

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Gaming Corps – a publicly-listed game development company based in Sweden, has announced the appointment of Fredrik Geijer as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective 21 February 2026.

Fredrik brings more than two decades of senior financial leadership and international audit experience, including long-standing roles at PwC across Sweden, China and Australia, alongside CFO appointments at high-growth companies Lexly and Cemvision. His background as both an authorised public accountant and operational finance leader positions him to support Gaming Corps as it continues its scale-up across global markets.

Current CFO Mikael Bäckström will remain in position until 20 February 2026, before taking on a role focused on broader strategic support within the company, ensuring continuity and a smooth handover.

Juha Kauppinen, CEO at Gaming Corps, said: “Gaming Corps is entering an ambitious next phase of growth, and reinforcing our financial leadership is central to delivering on that strategy. We’re building a structure that allows us to take a major step forward and genuinely challenge the world’s leading game studios, and Fredrik’s international experience and proven track record make him an excellent fit for this journey. We are grateful for Mikael’s continued contribution and pleased he will remain with us during this transition.”

Fredrik Geijer added: “Gaming Corps has established a strong operational foundation with clear momentum across markets. With that groundwork in place, the company now has a real opportunity to advance its position and compete at the very top tier of global game development. I’m excited to join at such a pivotal moment and work closely with Mikael to ensure a seamless and effective transition into the CFO role.”

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Eye of Ra Roulette 2000x — Amusnet’s Live Casino Journey into the Sun God

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Amusnet elevates its Live Casino experience with Eye of Ra Roulette 2000x, a premium live roulette game that merges classic game classics with electrifying multiplier mechanics. Set against a striking Ancient Egypt-themed backdrop, this production delivers a modern twist on a timeless favourite, blending sophistication, immersion, and excitement into one unforgettable experience.

Every round is hosted by a charming presenter who guides the action with confidence and charisma – spinning the wheel, announcing results, and shaping an engaging live show. Players enjoy seamless, high-quality streaming enhanced by vivid animations, dynamic camera angles, and captivating sound design that brings the ancient-world theme to life.

At the core of Eye of Ra Roulette 2000x lies the Dynamic Multiplier feature, transforming the traditional paytable into a thrilling world of possibilities. It offers chances of boosting players’ winnings by 30x, 50x, 100x, 200x, 400x, 1000x, and up to a massive 2000x on inside bets, turning each round into a high-energy moment filled with unpredictability and anticipation.

For the first time in an Amusnet Live Casino game title, outside bets also benefit from enhanced payouts. Classic options such as Red/Black, Dozen, Column, Low/High, and Even/Odd can award 5x, 7x, or 10x, introducing a fresh layer of strategy while maintaining the familiar structure of traditional roulette. A 20% premium charge on outside bets unlocks this added potential, creating a compelling new risk-reward balance for players.

Eye of Ra Roulette 2000x is designed for maximum accessibility and global reach. With its intuitive user interface, players can place bets effortlessly using smooth chip controls, drag-to-bet functionality, rapid re-bet options, and a fully adjustable table view.

The game is built for fast, stable, worldwide deployment. Optimised for desktop, tablet, and mobile, it ensures flawless gameplay for an unlimited number of participants every round.

Eye of Ra Roulette 2000x stands as a bold new addition to the Live Casino arena – where classic roulettes meet modern game mechanics, and every spin has the potential to shine with ancient power.

Dynamic Multiplier 
The Dynamic Multipliers Feature is triggered during the No More Bets phase, randomly selecting up to seven inside bets for massive boosted payouts. When a number is hit, its standard payout is replaced with a Multiplier that ranges between 30x, 50x, 100x, 200x, 400x, 1000x, or 2000x. Each game round brings unpredictable and thrilling gameplay, keeping players on the edge of their seats as they chase those huge, adrenaline-pumping wins.

Outside Bets 
The Outside Bets Feature introduces a fresh twist to classic roulette, giving players the chance to boost Red/Black, Even/Odd, Dozen, Column, and Low/High bets with exciting 5x, 7x, or 10x payouts.

Jackpot Cards
The Jackpot Cards bonus game is triggered at random during the gameplay to allow players to win impressive jackpots.

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AGS Interactive Expands Its UK Presence with bet365 Partnership

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AGS Interactive (AGSi) has solidified its presence across the pond, taking a selection of its best-performing games live in the UK with bet365.

This announcement further cements AGS’ partnership with bet365 building on existing collaborations in the United States, Canada, and Latin America. bet365’s established UK market position and diverse global presence make them a logical strategic partner to support AGS’ global growth initiatives throughout Europe and beyond.

At the time of launch, bet365 players across the UK will have access to more than 20 popular game titles from AGS’ interactive content library. Notable titles include:

  • Rakin’ Bacon!®
  • Capital Gains®
  • 3X Ultra Diamond™
  • Shamrock Fortunes®
  • And more

“We’ve worked closely with bet365 for years and extending our partnership to the UK is an important milestone for AGS,” said Zoe Ebling, Vice President of Interactive at AGS. “It not only reflects the strength of our relationship, but the growing global appeal and potential of our increasingly diverse portfolio of high-performing online slot content. This is a clear sign of where AGS is headed — broader reach, more markets, and a rapidly expanding international footprint.”

“We’re delighted to welcome a selection of AGS’s most beloved slot titles to our UK market,” said a bet365 spokesperson. “This expanded partnership, featuring popular casino slots, and custom-branded titles emphasizes our commitment to providing a Never Ordinary online gaming experience.”

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