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Lottomatica Group H1 2025 financials
The Board of Directors of Lottomatica Group S.p.A., which met on 30 July 2025, approved the Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements as of and for the six months ended 30 June 2025.
H1 2025 Results summary3
- Bets of Euro 8 billion, +21% compared to H1 2024
- Online bets growth YoY of +34%
- GGR4 of Euro 2,359.5 million, +13% compared to H1 2024
- Total Online market share: at 5% in Q2 (+1.4 p.p. versus Q2 2024)
- iSports market share: at 8% in Q2 (+2.1 p.p. versus Q2 2024)
- iGaming market share: at 5% in Q2 (+1.0 p.p. versus Q2 2024)
- Revenues of Euro 1,128.9 million5, +21% compared to H1 2024, +15% at normalised payout6;
Euro 543.1 million in Q2 2025, +10% compared to Q2 2024
- Online of Euro 3 million, +37% compared to H1 2024, +29% at normalised payout6; Euro
223.4 million in Q2 2025, +19% compared to Q2 2024
- Sports Franchise of Euro 3 million, +31% compared to H1 2024, +14% at normalised payout6; Euro 128.9 million in Q2 2025, +8% compared to Q2 2024
- Gaming Franchise of Euro 386.4 million5, +2% compared to H1 2024; Euro 190.9 million in Q2 2025, +3% compared to Q2 2024
- Adjusted EBITDA7 of Euro 4 million, +33% compared to H1 2024, +17% at normalised payout6; Euro 201.9 million in Q2 2025, +20% compared to Q2 2024
- Operating cash flow8 of Euro 3 million
- Adjusted Net Profit9 of Euro 3 million
- Net financial debt at Euro 1,809.0 million equivalent to 1x on LTM run-rate Adjusted EBITDA10
- PWO integration activities on track: all integration activities expected to be completed by year end. Platform migration completed, both f or online and Secured 85% of total synergies announced. Target synergies confirmed at €87 million by 2026
- Guidance6 for fiscal year 2025 confirmed: Euro 2,320 – 2,3706 million of revenues, Euro 840 – 8706 million of Adjusted EBITDA
- C. 2% of online market share already secured by Lottomatica for future exploitation2
- Buyback program started on 18th June 2025: 1,333,167 shares acquired to date11
- Apollo exited their entire holding in Lottomatica Group on 19th June 2025.
Guglielmo Angelozzi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lottomatica Group, commented: “In the second quarter of 2025 we have continued our solid path of double-digit organic growth for Revenues and EBITDA, supported by solid market tailwinds. We have completed the migration of PWO onto our proprietary tech platform thereby positioning Planetwin to fully leverage our capabilities to capture market growth. Finally, in June we have started the buyback programme, which will continue to compete with M&A and other capital allocation opportunities, with a view to maximise shareholder returns”.
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GoldenRace launches Goal2Win to bridge the gap between football and numbers
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The world of sports betting and gaming is set for a major shake-up with the launch of GoldenRace’s innovative, new number game, Goal2Win, designed to captivate the massive global football audience. Goal2Win successfully bridges the gap between the universal passion for the “king of sports” and the proven thrill of number-based predictions, offering partners a fresh, high-potential product for monetisation.
Goal2Win is a premium offering that takes the familiar, classic number game format and integrates it with a dynamic, football-centric theme. This unique combination makes the game instantly recognisable yet excitingly new, appealing both to seasoned sports bettors and newcomers seeking an engaging, simplified experience.
Goal2Win is GoldenRace’s proposal to mix innovation and tradition. It offers operators a product that leverages the immense reach of football fandom while delivering the straightforward, engaging gameplay and massive win potential expected from a top-tier number game. It’s a compelling blend of excitement, simplicity, and significant reward potential.
Key features driving engagement and potential winnings:
Goal2Win is engineered for maximum player retention and high stakes, boasting dynamic gameplay and powerful features:
- Multiplier feature: Players can place the same set of bets across an impressive twenty-two consecutive events, significantly driving up potential winnings and ensuring sustained engagement over time.
- Jackpots and Mega Jackpots: The game includes tiered winnings with both standard Jackpots and highly coveted Mega Jackpots, promising life-changing sums and acting as a powerful player motivator.
- Quick picks: For rapid access to the action, the Quick picks option allows the system to randomly select numbers, streamlining the betting process for players.
- Row/Column selector: Enhancing the user experience, selector buttons enable players to easily pick an entire row or column of numbers, simplifying sophisticated betting.
Goal2Win represents a unique opportunity for operators to tap into the immense global football fanbase with a product that is both innovative and instantly recognisable. It stands poised to become a staple offering, driving higher stakes and attracting a broader demographic to the operators’ portfolio.
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PayAdmit partners with Yaspa to integrate Pay by Bank on its payments platform
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Yaspa, the Pay by Bank fintech, today announced a partnership with PayAdmit, the London-based payment software provider and orchestrator used by merchants across eCommerce, iGaming and digital services. The integration brings Pay by Bank to PayAdmit’s platform, giving its merchants a faster, secure, cost-effective way to accept customer payments with real-time confirmation.
PayAdmit offers a modular payments stack that includes White Label, Cashier Service, Payment Bridge and Payment Concierge Service — a high-touch support layer for resolving payment issues in real time. The platform aggregates 350+ global payment methods and provides streamlined onboarding, enabling merchants to go live in as little as 14 days.
Adding Yaspa gives PayAdmit’s clients a high-conversion bank payment option built for speed, conversion and compliance.
Yaspa’s Head of Commercial, Amie Kadhim, said: “PayAdmit moves fast and sets a high bar on payment performance, reliability and checkout experience. We’re excited to power their next chapter with instant bank payments that are speedy, secure and deliver a smooth, mobile-first experience – boosting approval rates and settling funds immediately.”
For PayAdmit’s merchants, the integration with Yaspa delivers:
- Real-time deposit confirmation
- Lower processing costs versus traditional methods i.e. debit and credit cards
- Reduced fraud and chargeback risk with bank-level authentication
- A smoother mobile journey with no card details to key in
Yaspa’s benefits align with PayAdmit’s focus on performance, security and a modern, merchant-friendly toolkit.
Vladyslav Kolodistyi, CEO of PayAdmit added: “Our mission is to give merchants a flexible, future-proof payments stack. Partnering with Yaspa adds a best-in-class, instant bank payment option, so clients get higher conversion with less complexity.”
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Continent 8 appoints Julia Weygandt as Head of Client Growth & New Business
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Continent 8 Technologies, a leading provider of cutting-edge managed IT solutions designed for the global iGaming and online sports betting industry, announces the appointment of Julia Weygandt as Head of Client Growth & New Business.
Based in Malta, Julia will spearhead strategic initiatives to drive customer growth and capture new market opportunities globally, working closely with the existing Sales team and Practice Leads.
Julia brings over 20 years of experience in gaming, entertainment, and technology, with a proven track record in commercial strategy, international market expansion, and strategic partnerships. Her career includes senior roles such as COO at G Games and Tornado Games, and Head of International Partnerships at GAMOMAT, where she successfully scaled operations and delivered significant revenue growth.
Julia is an active advocate for diversity and leadership in gaming, serving as a Board member for Global Gaming Women and leading partnerships for the Behind the Gloves initiative, which combines boxing and corporate engagement to support charitable causes.
Nick Nally, Chief Revenue Officer at Continent 8 Technologies, commented: “Julia’s appointment reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional value and growth opportunities for our customers. Her deep industry knowledge, commercial acumen, and passion for building strong partnerships make her an outstanding addition to our team. We are excited to see the impact she will have as we continue to expand globally.”
Julia Weygandt, Head of Client Growth & New Business, added: “I’ve known the Continent 8 team for a long time; they are a trusted and respected partner to the world’s leading iGaming operators and suppliers, and I am thrilled to join at such an exciting time. My focus will be on driving client success through innovative solutions and strategic growth initiatives, ensuring we continue to lead in this fast-evolving industry.”
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