Kaizen Gaming, a top GameTech firm globally, today reveals the acquisition of GameplAI (“GP”), the provider of AI-powered sports trading and analytics. Under the terms of the agreement, Kaizen Gaming will incorporate GameplAI’s functionalities to improve its unique capabilities in sports trading, player markets, and performance analytics for its top-tier igaming platform Betano.

The acquisition enhances Kaizen Gaming’s dedication to investing in technology, data science, and AI-driven solutions to improve its sportsbook experience. Integrating GP’s unique technology and knowledge into Kaizen Gaming’s sports and trading operations, the company seeks to speed up automation, improve risk management tools, and elevate its premier sportsbook experience worldwide.

GP will keep and keep running its B2B operations, catering to current and upcoming external partners. The founders and team will remain engaged, guaranteeing continuity and aiding in the next stage of expansion under Kaizen Gaming’s ownership.

Christos Tzalavras, Chief Product Officer at Kaizen Gaming, commented: “This acquisition reflects our long-term commitment to investing in technology and talent that enhances our core sportsbook capabilities. GameplAI brings deep expertise in AI-driven trading and analytics, and we are excited to integrate their proprietary technology into our ecosystem. What stood out to us throughout this process was the strong cultural alignment between our teams, a shared focus on innovation, execution, and performance. We believe this partnership will meaningfully accelerate our ambition to amplify the world‑class sportsbook experience we deliver to customers around the world. An obsession for top-tier customer experiences unites GameplAI and Kaizen Gaming, and I could not be more excited about what is ahead of us”.

Graham Savage, Co-Founder of GameplAI, commented: “We are thrilled to become part of Kaizen Gaming, a company that truly understands the transformative potential of AI-driven trading. This partnership allows us to further elevate our technology, expand our impact, and continue delivering with the same commitment and agility that define GameplAI. Together, we look forward to accelerating the future of data‑driven sportsbook operations.”

Nikos Volakis, Co-Founder of GameplAI, added: “Joining forces with Kaizen Gaming marks an exciting new chapter for GameplAI. From the outset, it was clear that our teams share a deep passion for innovation, precision and pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve in sports trading. With Kaizen Gaming’s scale and strategic vision, we are confident that our combined capabilities will unlock new levels of automation, accuracy and performance.”

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Kaizen Gaming has officially launched Betano in Ghana, marking the company’s 20th regulated market and its first market entry of 2026.

The launch underscores Kaizen’s global GameTech expansion strategy—rooted in technology, regulatory compliance and responsible operations—bringing safe sportsbook and casino products to Ghana’s fast-growing digital audience.

Official launch and local leadership

A dedicated launch event in Accra brought together Kaizen Gaming leaders—George Skarlatos (Director of Business Development), Daniel Lamberti (Senior Business Development Advisor) and Joseph Owusu Badu (Country Manager, Ghana)—alongside Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo, Acting Commissioner of the Ghana Gaming Commission. The ceremony celebrated market entry and formalized local partnerships designed to ensure a compliant, trusted player experience from day one.

“Ghana is a market with strong long-term potential, an increasingly tech-oriented population, and a clear commitment to building a structured and transparent regulatory environment,” said George Skarlatos. “With responsibility embedded across our technology, processes and operations, we are fully aligned with Ghana’s regulatory framework.”

Acting Commissioner Emmanuel Siisi Quainoo welcomed Betano’s entry, noting the operator’s commitment to player protection, market integrity and adherence to high regulatory standards.

What Betano brings to Ghana: technology, safety, and choice

Betano’s Ghana launch delivers:

• A full responsible gaming framework and local customer protections.
• A technology-first sportsbook and casino platform optimized for mobile and desktop.
• Local operations led by a Ghana-based country manager to support regulatory compliance and customer care.
  These features aim to provide Ghanaian players safe, transparent access to licensed online betting and casino entertainment.

Momentum from global recognition and sports partnerships

Kaizen enters Ghana following a standout year of industry awards and partnerships. The operator was named Operator of the Year at both the EGR Operator Awards and the SBC Awards for the second consecutive year, and in 2025 announced a global FIFA partnership for the FIFA Club World Cup. Kaizen also maintains high-profile football partnerships with clubs such as FC Bayern München, Aston Villa FC, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SL Benfica, River Plate and Flamengo, demonstrating the brand’s marketing strength and sports engagement credentials.

Strategic outlook: scaling responsibly in Africa

Ghana’s strong digital uptake and clear regulatory ambitions make it a priority for Kaizen’s global rollout. By centering regulation, local partnerships and responsible-play tools, Kaizen aims to build a scalable, trusted presence in Ghana while contributing to local economic activity and regulated market growth.

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