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Soft2Bet reflects on eight years of leadership and philanthropy in new film featuring CEO Uri Poliavich

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The newly released film highlights Uri Poliavich, the visionary founder and CEO of Soft2Bet, and his team’s unwavering commitment to philanthropy, social impact and building disruptive technologies in highly competitive markets

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Today, Soft2Bet, a leading force in iGaming, released an exclusive film spotlighting the inspiring eight-year journey of its founder and CEO, Uri Poliavich, alongside his team of industry pioneers. The film offers a compelling look at their vision and the innovative path shaping the company’s future, uncovering how Poliavich drives business success while championing education and philanthropic community initiatives.

This exclusive glimpse into Poliavich’s story underscores his philosophy that “charity drives business,” demonstrating how purpose, ambition, and innovation can transcend corporate success to create a meaningful impact on communities globally.

Uri Poliavich, Founder and CEO of Soft2Bet, remarked: “I remember the feeling of hunger the most, not just hunger as a kid, but hunger to change your life.”

More than eight years ago, Soft2Bet launched in a small office, starting a journey that evolved into an international company with a state-of-the-art Maltese headquarters. What began as a B2C brand built on third-party solutions quickly transformed into a global B2C and B2B business, developing its own technology. Today, Soft2Bet holds leading positions in key markets, operates top-tier brands, and boasts more than 16 licenses.

This journey reflects the company’s DNA of innovation, platform development, and motivational engineering. These principles have shaped the creation of its Motivational Engineering Gaming Application (MEGA), a gamification solution redefining entertainment in the gambling industry.

 

Hungry for Change, Built to Lead

Reflecting on his origins, Poliavich discusses how his upbringing in Soviet Ukraine instilled a hunger to improve his trajectory, not only for his family but for the iGaming industry. His drive to create a meaningful impact has shaped Soft2Bet’s mission of integrating innovation with purpose and improving how end users experience gaming. His vision continues to develop talent and set new benchmarks across the company.

Uri Poliavich, Founder and CEO of Soft2Bet, stated: “In the last couple of years, we’ve been incredibly successful, bringing the innovative solutions our customers are looking for. We will continue to follow technological trends such as AI, content preference, and algorithms. By doing this, we will not only improve our market share as an operator but also acquire new customers.”

This dedication to constant improvement powered the creation of MEGA and enabled operators to enhance engagement, customer retention, and user experience through data-driven insights and quality gaming content. Today, Soft2Bet’s leading turnkey solutions operate across the most active markets, pioneering offerings to revolutionize the iGaming space and bridge diverse industries.

 

Driving Business Through Purposeful Giving

Poliavich demonstrates how passion and an open mindset can transform the reach of entrepreneurship into philanthropic efforts. In 2020, Poliavich founded The Yael Foundation, an organization inspired by his wife that would soon fuel his business endeavours.

The foundation, which focuses on boosting access to education in Jewish communities, supports more than 85 educational projects, kindergartens, Sunday schools, and special education initiatives across 37 countries. Since launching, the foundation has impacted more than 13,500 children worldwide exemplifying Poliavich and the company’s commitment to creating meaningful change.

Soft2Bet expands its vision with Soft2Bet Invest, a $50M innovation fund supporting entrepreneurs in iGaming and casual gaming. The fund targets growth-stage and mature companies using advanced technologies, including casual gaming concepts, AI, traffic differentiators, and user experience innovations. These initiatives demonstrate the company’s commitment to advancing gaming innovation and social responsibility.

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Play’n GO games now live with Ivy Casino in the UK

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Swedish gaming giant’s industry signals commitment to the UK regulated market by launching it leading portfolio of games with Ivy Casino 

Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has today announced that its industry leading portfolio of games is now live with Ivy Casino in the UK. 

Ivy Casino’s players in the United Kingdom can now access global smash hits from Play’n GO, including Book of Dead, Legacy of Dead, and Rise of Olympus 100 among many others. 

Ivy Casino is a UK-facing online casino brand that launched in 2024 with a focus on delivering a premium, player-centric experience tailored specifically for the UK market. 

The brand operates alongside two sister sites, Rose Casino and O’Reels, which also serve UK audiences and share the same commitment to high-quality entertainment, strong user experience and robust responsible gaming standards. 

Play’n GO has been one of the leading game suppliers in the UK for many years and is steadfast in its commitment to regulated markets globally. 

Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer of Play’n GO, said:

“We are delighted to launch with Ivy Casino in the UK who, like us, are focused on all the key elements of operating within a regulated market framework. I’m sure this is just the beginning of a long and fruitful partnership.” 

Mark Good, representing Ivy Casino, said:

“This partnership with Play’n GO forms part of Ivy Casino’s ongoing strategy to enhance its content offering for UK players by collaborating with leading studios known for creative, engaging gameplay.” 

Play’n GO is a proud sponsor of the Moneygram Haas Formula 1 team, and recently launched a fashion brand, Play’n GO Shop, to sit alongside its existing Play’n GO Music brand to give fans more ways to connect with Play’n GO. 

In October, Play’n GO set a world record by launching everyone’s favourite slot character, Garga, into space reaching a height of over 35,500m as part of the launch campaign for Reactoonz 100 which instantly became one of the biggest game launches of the year for the company. 

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Esportes da Sorte strengthens brand presence during New Year’s Eve celebrations across four Brazilian capitals

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Esportes da Sorte, one of Brazil’s leading online betting platforms, will be the official sponsor of New Year’s Eve celebrations in four Brazilian capitals: Salvador, Recife, Natal and Maceió. The initiative reinforces the brand’s growing presence in the national cultural calendar and its strategy to connect with large-scale public celebrations beyond the digital environment.

New Year’s Eve is one of Brazil’s most significant annual moments, marked by intense domestic travel, international tourism and mass public participation. By supporting celebrations in four key destinations, Esportes da Sorte aligns its brand with tradition, culture and shared experiences that resonate deeply with local communities.

“Sponsoring New Year’s Eve celebrations in four capitals reflects our commitment to being present in moments that bring people together,” said Marcela Campos, Vice President of the Esportes Gaming Brasil Group, owner of the Esportes da Sorte brand. “Supporting these cities means valuing their cultural identity, strengthening local ecosystems and celebrating the people who keep these traditions alive year after year.”

Across all four capitals, the brand will activate its presence through immersive experiences, public-facing activations and the distribution of branded giveaways — a hallmark of Esportes da Sorte’s engagement strategy at major events. The activations are designed to enhance the festive atmosphere while reinforcing the brand’s connection with culture, entertainment and responsible enjoyment.

The New Year’s Eve sponsorships build on Esportes da Sorte’s broader cultural engagement strategy, which includes long-standing support for large-scale events such as Carnatal, in Rio Grande do Norte — a key fixture in the state’s tourism and cultural calendar. Together, these initiatives reflect the company’s commitment to expanding its footprint in cultural sponsorships nationwide.

Esportes da Sorte’s participation also mirrors a wider trend within Brazil’s regulated betting market, as operators increasingly diversify their sponsorship portfolios beyond football. Music, festivals and cultural celebrations have become strategic platforms for brands seeking broader visibility, deeper community ties and more sustainable engagement with the public.

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Hub88 partners with ZOOT Studios to bring next-generation instant games to operators

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First-of-its-kind agreement sees video game-inspired instant content launched via Hub88’s aggregation platform

Hub88 has strengthened its content portfolio by entering a strategic partnership with ZOOT Studios, a new supplier producing high-quality interactive instant games for a global audience.

The agreement makes ZOOT’s debut portfolio of more than 55 releases available to Hub88’s vast network of operators, marking the supplier’s first major launch with an aggregator.

ZOOT Studios specialises in fast-paced instant games built around trends, social media-driven behaviour and striking visual design. Titles such as Dubai Chocolate Tower, Beer Pong and Sub Crush promise Hub88’s partners culturally relevant content that draws wide audiences, with support for both FIAT and crypto currencies.

As part of the deal, Hub88’s network will be among the first to access ZOOT Studios’ content, with Dice, Crash, Mines, Plinko, Sports, Tower and Arcade games tailored to the evolving preferences of digital-first players.

The deal demonstrates Hub88’s focus on versatility and its position as a must-have distribution partner to some of the industry’s most exciting emerging studios.

Jess Inglott, Head of Supplier Relations at Hub88, said: “ZOOT Studios is turning heads by releasing the next generation of instant win entertainment. Their vision to offer operators high-quality content that speaks to modern audiences aligns well with our strategy. Partnerships like this allow us to deliver value and new levels of player engagement on an even bigger scale.”

Sean Ryan, CEO at ZOOT Studios, said: “We’re delighted to have Hub88 as our partner. The aggregator’s extensive operator network and high-tech integration capabilities make them a perfect match for our future-facing game portfolio.”

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