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Dave Watkins joins Fincore as Chief Commercial Officer
																								
												
												
											
Fincore, the pioneering technology provider for sportsbook, casino operators, and B2B suppliers, has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of industry veteran Dave Watkins as Chief Commercial Officer.
With over two decades of experience in the global online gambling industry, Watkins has held key commercial roles at LiveScore Group, Genius Sports, and Oddschecker, earning a reputation as one of the most accomplished business development leaders in the sector.
Most recently, he has worked as an independent consultant, helping media and data companies expand into regulated and emerging markets.
As CCO at Fincore, Watkins will spearhead business growth, strategic partnerships, and client engagement as the company continues to expand in regulated and high-growth regions. A key focus will be driving awareness of Fincore’s smart, modular services, which gives operators and B2B suppliers greater control and flexibility over their technology stack.
His vast industry network will also be instrumental in forging new partnerships while ensuring that Fincore’s clients receive best-in-class service and support.
The appointment comes at a pivotal time for Fincore, with demand for its solutions surging as operators seek greater ownership and independence over their platforms.
Mateja Popovic, CEO at Fincore, commented: “Dave is one of the most well-respected commercial leaders in the industry, with a track record of success at top-tier companies like Oddschecker, Genius Sports, and LiveScore Group. His deep knowledge of the sector, strategic mindset, and extensive network make him the perfect addition to our leadership team.”
“As demand for our modular platforms and micro-services accelerates, Dave’s expertise will be invaluable in ensuring operators understand how our solutions can revolutionize their business.”
Dave Watkins, Chief Commercial Officer at Fincore, added: “Fincore has built a stellar reputation for delivering cutting-edge, modular technology solutions that puts power back in the hands of operators. I’m excited to help drive the next phase of growth, working with the talented team here to expand our footprint in key markets.”
“There’s an incredible opportunity ahead, particularly in fast-growing regions, and I can’t wait to get started.”
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Best Payment Provider
ZettaOnline Wins “Best Payment Provider” at EiGE Awards 2025 During the European Gaming Congress in Warsaw
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ZettaOnline has been named Best Payment Provider at the EiGE Awards 2025, held during the European Gaming Congress (EGC) in Warsaw, Poland on 30-31 October.
Organized by Hipther, the awards honor excellence and innovation across the gaming and fintech ecosystem. The “Best Payment Provider” title recognizes the company that delivers secure, fast, and friction-free transaction solutions, setting new benchmarks for reliability and customer experience in iGaming.
This distinction marks ZettaOnline’s second major recognition in 2025 in the same category, reinforcing its position as a trusted fintech partner for regulated gaming operators.
“Receiving this award at such a renowned industry event is an incredible honor and a reflection of our team’s focus on strategic advancement, compliance, and client success,” said Milena Tsankarska, Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer at ZettaOnline, who accepted the award on behalf of the company.
In addition to the company’s success, Milena Tsankarska had received individual nominations in two categories: iGaming Leader of the Year, celebrating vision and leadership in the industry, and iGaming Influencer of the Year, honoring individuals whose insights and impact help shape the gaming community.
At the European Gaming Congress, Tsankarska also joined the panel “Beyond the Booth: Strategic Event Preparation in B2B PR, Marketing & BizDev,” where she discussed the evolving role of communication in a data-driven era. Her key message highlighted the importance of aligning research, audience understanding, and business goals to create marketing that resonates and drives measurable outcomes.
“We value this event because it allows us to create a network of long-term partners. It’s great to see the potential of the gaming industry showcased by a diverse range of companies and ideas,” said Tsankarska. “We’re thankful to the Hipther team for recognizing our work and for creating spaces that foster real collaboration and progress across the sector.”
ZettaOnline continues to strengthen its position within the fintech and gaming ecosystems, delivering tailored solutions that combine technology, compliance, and security across multiple regulated markets. The company’s expertise spans online payments, cyber security, cloud services, certification, IT infrastructure, software development, server and system administration, and technical compliance, ensuring every partner receives a holistic approach to operational excellence. With a focus on speed, reliability, and intelligent scalability, ZettaOnline empowers businesses to navigate complex financial and technological environments with confidence and clarity.
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Get the Coins!
Red Rake Gaming presents “Get the Coins!”: Exclusive Coin Mini-Game with Big Wins
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Red Rake Gaming presents Get the Coins!, a slot that combines gold coins with Major, Minor, and Grand prizes in a dynamic, fast-paced experience. This release offers rapid gameplay and an exclusive Mini-Game that delivers unique reward opportunities in every session.
With its 3×3 reel format, each spin can generate coins and trigger the “Get the Coins!” Mini-Game with collectible coins whenever at least one coin appears on each reel. During this Mini-Game, the collected coins can award Minor, Major, and Grand prizes, increasing excitement and win potential on every spin.
The game blends a classic slot design with clear symbols and features, making it easy to integrate into any online casino and enhancing the overall player experience.
Get the Coins! is also integrated into Red Rake Gaming’s tournament tool, allowing operators to organize competitions and boost player activity and retention.
Get the Coins! is available to all operators on the Red Rake Gaming network, offering a title that combines classic features with a Mini-Game that amplifies excitement and rewards.
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Booming Games
Elantil enhances marketplace options with Booming Games integration
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Pioneering platform solutions provider adds content from leading software studio to bring customers an even wider selection of games and engagement tools
Elantil, the disruptive platform solutions provider on a mission to supply a revolutionary new “strategic backbone” for the iGaming industry, has announced that it has further increased the options in its online marketplace after partnering with Booming Games.
Established almost a decade ago by a close group of friends aiming to become one of the finest software studios in the iGaming industry, Booming Games has gone from strength to strength in recent years and now boasts a full content line-up of over 150state-of-the-art casino releases.
Licensed and certified in 17 regulated markets, including Malta, Ontario and the UK, Booming Games offers localised content in a variety of market-specific currencies and languages while also assisting operators’ engagement efforts with its exciting promotional tools.
As such, the studio promises to be a flexible addition to Elantil’s Marketplace that will enable operators to extend their outreach and supply an even more thrilling experience to players – and best of all, partners are free to contact the provider directly and form their own custom contracts.
With this, ensuring operators have complete control over the content and services that they take on and that Elantil never dictates the terms or duration of any agreements, operators can keep their costs to a minimum while also benefiting from Elantil’s quick and hassle-free integrations.
John Debono, Chief Technical Officer at Elantil, said: “Elantil’s Marketplace has been designed to put control back in the hands of operators and provide a quick and cost-effective way for them to expand their services. By adding Booming Games to our content line-up, we’ll be able to provide more thrilling content to customers that can help them reach new audiences globally.”
Frederik Niehusen, Chief Commercial Officer at Booming Games, said: “By partnering with Elantil, we’ll be able to reach new customers and deliver our top-performing slots to even more players around the world. This collaboration represents another important step in expanding our global reach and continuing to provide high-quality, engaging content to our partners and their players.”
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