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WorldMatch Chooses Akamai via Service Provider Criticalcase

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April 26, 2022

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WorldMatch, games and content provider for global markets, has chosen to work with Akamai to deliver a picture-perfect experience for their customers via the services provider, Criticalcase.

With a portfolio of more than 200 games, 160 slot machines with 70 game engines, 30 table games, and all types of video poker, WorldMatch is a global player that has partnered with a number of high-profile online gaming companies around the world. It aims to adapt the visual style of its games to appeal to gamers in different countries, and their offerings reflect this; Fa Fa Spin is the most popular game in Asia, Banana King has performed especially well in Europe, and its selection of roulette and casino games have enjoyed great popularity in South America.

All these games are available to play on desktop and mobile devices with a large selection of configurations in terms of volatility, game features, winning frequency, and multiplatform jackpots.

With the onset of the pandemic and a number of playrooms closed to the public, WorldMatch pivoted quickly to provide an online conversion, so that players could access games in their own homes.

This is why Akamai came on board: the content delivery network (CDN) solutions helped to increase the effectiveness of loading times from 50% to 80% and delivered the same great cost-saving experience to players worldwide. This was made possible by the joint work with Criticalcase, the high-availability service provider that built a bridge to the client by providing a data center in Italy, which was essential in light of the new Brexit regulations.

WorldMatch views both Akamai and Criticalcase as true extensions of their own team, as valued colleagues rather than suppliers. The gaming solutions company has scaled up in no time, managing many more users without any speed or performance downgrade. Serving 10,000 bets per second, Criticalcase and Akamai allowed WorldMatch to reach the other side of the world, delivering services in regulated markets in Asia (e.g., Philippines) and in South America (e.g., Colombia).

Andrea Boratto, CEO at WorldMatch, said: “WorldMatch provides its services in 16 different time zones, 7 days a week, and 24 hours a day. System performance and continuity of service must always be at the highest levels. With this in mind, Akamai represents a technological partner that provides services of great added value for WorldMatch. Thanks to the expertise and the support offered by Criticalcase, the technological solutions have been adapted in an almost tailor-made way to our needs.”

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SPORTRADAR AWARDED UNITED ARAB EMIRATES LICENSE

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October 21, 2025

Adrienn Sarkany

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Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD) has been granted a gaming-related vendor license from the United Arab Emirates’s General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), an independent entity of the UAE Federal Government with exclusive jurisdiction to regulate, license, and supervise all commercial gaming activities.

The license, operational with immediate effect, affords Sportradar the opportunity to provide its products and services to licensed operators.

Sportradar looks forward to bringing its 20+ year expertise and proprietary sports technology to operators and clients in the region.

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Winlandia launches dedicated bingo offering in the UK

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October 21, 2025

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Winlandia, the online casino with a Nordic twist powered by SkillOnNet, has expanded its offering by launching bingo vertical to players in the UK and Sweden.

Following the launch, players can now enjoy a range of bingo games from Pragmatic Play, including 90-ball, 80-ball, 75-ball, 50-ball, 30-ball and Speed Bingo, as well as themed rooms, including Big Bass Bingo, Drop Pots, Boom Box and a dedicated Jackpot Room.

They can also take part in the provider’s flagship Bingo Blast format, including spin-offs like Snowball Blast, as well as its hugely popular Diamond Dazzle and just-launched Reels Room.

To super-charge the launch, Winlandia has partnered with Gambling.com and its flagship Whichbingo.co.uk, which will exclusively promote Winlandia Bingo to its audience for several weeks.

To support the launch of Winlandia Bingo, the operator is offering an exclusive welcome bonus together with WhichBingo, consisting of: 100% up to £50 + 300 No Wagering Bingo Tickets + 100 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza. To support the launch of Winlandia Bingo, the operator is offering an exclusive welcome bonus together with WhichBingo, consisting of: 100% up to £50 + 300 No Wagering Bingo Tickets + 100 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza,18+, GambleAware and T&C applies.

Christoffer Grönlund, Head of Affiliates at Winlandia, said: “This launch highlights our commitment to long-term affiliate partnerships and strengthens our collaboration with Gambling.com Group.”

“Pragmatic Play’s bingo suite allows us to bring the Winlandia experience to a wider audience while maintaining our Nordic character and focus on entertainment.

We’re proud of how our affiliate relationships continue to drive quality traffic and sustainable growth in key markets like the UK.”

Malcolm Farrimond, Head of Bingo at SkillOnNet, added: “It’s great to see Pragmatic Play Bingo now live on Winlandia in both the UK and Sweden. The product offers a strong mix of bingo games, including Big Bass Bingo, Bingo Blast and Drop Pots, with something to suit different types of players.

“We’re also pleased to launch Big Bass Bingo exclusively for UK players – a new room inspired by the popular slot title. It’s a well-rounded bingo offering that supports Winlandia’s focus on entertainment and variety, and we’re looking forward to seeing how players in both markets respond.”

Corina Tanasa, Account Manager at WhichBingo.co.uk, said: “At WhichBingo.co.uk and Gambling.com are delighted to support the exclusive launch of Winlandia’s new bingo product. We look forward to showcasing this exciting addition to the market and delivering an engaging experience to players. This collaboration marks an important step in bringing innovative bingo content to a wider audience”

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PAGCOR, NPC join forces to strengthen data privacy in gaming industry

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October 21, 2025

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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) and the National Privacy Commission (NPC) have entered into a partnership aimed at bolstering data privacy protection and ensuring regulatory compliance across the country’s gaming sector.

The collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on Monday, October 20, at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City.

Under the agreement, the two agencies will work together to address data privacy challenges, enhance stakeholder collaboration, and promote a secure and trusted gaming environment.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the partnership reaffirms the state gaming firm’s commitment to safeguard the personal data of its employees, licensees, and gaming patrons.

“This MOU with the NPC is a vital step in aligning PAGCOR’s policies and processes with the evolving data privacy landscape, Mr. Tengco said. “It reinforces our duty to protect personal information while ensuring that our operations remain transparent, compliant, and trustworthy.”

He added that the partnership would pave the way for the full development of a database of government officials and employees who are prohibited from gambling in casinos and other gaming establishments nationwide.

“In collaboration with the NPC, PAGCOR hopes to finally develop a database of government employees who are prohibited from gambling in casinos. This is part of our promotion of responsible gaming,” he added.

NPC Privacy Commissioner and Chairman Atty. John Henry Naga, meanwhile, lauded PAGCOR’s proactive stance in embracing data privacy accountability, noting that cooperation between regulatory agencies is crucial in safeguarding personal data especially in industries handling large volumes of sensitive information.

“The formalization of this collaboration between NPC and PAGCOR underscores the security of our citizens’ personal data, which is not just a regulatory requirement but a hallmark of excellence in the gaming industry,” Atty. Naga said.

The idea of a formal partnership was first raised during an NPC-led Data Privacy Training Workshop for Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations where

PAGCOR Data Privacy Officer Maria Concepcion Gloria-Rubio proposed the creation of a framework to enhance compliance mechanisms.

Under the MOU, PAGCOR and NPC will implement joint programs on privacy awareness, capacity building, and policy development to strengthen privacy governance within the gaming sector

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