partnerships
1X2 Network boosts US roll-out with BetMGM deal
In-demand game developer adds tier-one operator to its growing roster of partners in North America
1X2 Network, the award-winning content provider, continues to take the North American market by storm following a major deal with BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator.
The direct integration with BetMGM means the operator’s players now have access to a huge selection of slot and crash titles from across the 1X2 Network game studio portfolio. This includes player favourite titles including Wolf Strike, Eagle Strike and 1 Million Megaways™ BC from Iron Dog Studio, Reel Diamonds from 1X2gaming, and the Prospector Wilds series from Prospect Gaming.
These slots combine great themes, striking design, booming sound and compelling gameplay that promises to put players on the edge of their seats with each spin.
But that’s just the start. BetMGM players can also strap into the cutting-edge crash game Crashout Maverick. This flagship game from 1X2 Network’s arcade division AD LUNAM, has hit the mark with players around the world, delivering action-packed gameplay, and near instantaneous response times.
The 1X2 portfolio of games is available at BetMGM in Michigan initially, following closely by Ontario, with further markets available across North America (pending regulatory approval) in the coming year.
Kevin Reid, Chief Executive Officer at 1X2 Network, said: “We have ambitious plans for the North American market and what better way to build further momentum here than by partnering with one of the most prestigious operators, BetMGM.
“Our games are proving to be hugely popular with players in the US thanks to the great themes, bold design and gripping gameplay built into each title. This includes Crashout Maverick, which has quickly become one of the top crash games in the market.
“This is a significant deal for 1X2 Network and really does mark our arrival as a leading content provider in the fast-growing market.”
Oliver Bartlett, Vice President of Gaming Product & Content, BetMGM. “The partnership with 1X2 Network is a testament to our commitment to offer the broadest and best content to our players. We look forward to seeing them fire up the reels on big action slots such as Wolf Strike and enjoying the thrills and spills of Crashout Maverick”.
Compliance Updates
SCCG Announces Strategic Partnership with Steelhead Compliance Solutions
SCCG Management, a global leader in Tribal gaming advisory and management services, has announced a strategic partnership with Steelhead Compliance Solutions LLC, a leader in tribal gaming compliance and regulatory affairs. This partnership aims to create significant opportunities for tribal nations by connecting them with SCCG’s expansive network of over 200 affiliated gaming companies and service providers. Together, SCCG and Steelhead will work to strengthen tribal gaming operations, enhance regulatory compliance, and uphold tribal sovereignty.
Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, said: “Partnering with Steelhead Compliance Solutions aligns perfectly with SCCG’s mission to support the growth and success of tribal gaming enterprises across the U.S. Steelhead’s commitment to preserving tribal sovereignty and ensuring regulatory excellence will be instrumental in helping us provide unparalleled value to tribal nations. We are thrilled to bring our global network and expertise together with Steelhead’s deep understanding of tribal governance and regulatory frameworks.”
Richard Armstrong, founding partner of Steelhead Compliance Solutions, said: “Our partnership with SCCG represents an exciting new chapter in our commitment to supporting Indian Country. SCCG’s extensive management and service offerings, coupled with their unmatched global network, are the perfect complement to our expertise. Together, we will ensure tribal gaming operations not only thrive but also maintain the highest standards of regulatory compliance, protect tribal assets, and capitalize on new opportunities—all while safeguarding tribal sovereignty, which is fundamental to tribal nations.”
Steelhead Compliance Solutions brings over 80 years of combined experience, specializing in assisting tribal nations in navigating complex regulatory environments. The firm is known for its strong relationships with regulatory officials and leaders at tribal, state, and federal levels. Steelhead delivers comprehensive compliance, regulatory, and legal solutions, all while prioritizing the protection of tribal sovereignty. The partnership with SCCG aims to provide tribal nations with the tools and resources needed to grow their gaming operations while maintaining their independence and self-determination.
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Kentucky Lottery Fuels 10 More Years of Education Funding with Scientific Games Enhanced Partnership
Scientific Games and the Kentucky Lottery will continue a successful Scratch-Off game management partnership for another decade, driving maximum funding for Kentucky college scholarships. While Scientific Games has served as the Kentucky Lottery’s primary Scratch Off game provider since 1989, the Scientific Games Enhanced Partnership program with the Kentucky Lottery began in 2018 and has propelled the Kentucky Lottery to one of the top 20 performing instant game lotteries in the world. The SGEP program helped responsibly grow Kentucky Lottery Scratch Offs to a more than $940 million product category, entertaining players and benefiting students in the state.
Mary Harville, Kentucky Lottery President and CEO, said: “The Kentucky Lottery is always looking for new and exciting games to offer our players and retailers, and the Lottery’s continued partnership with Scientific Games will ensure we are doing just that. Creative and top-performing Scratch Offs bring the players into retailers, which in turn helps the Kentucky Lottery increase our revenues each year. This allows us to fund the many scholarships for Kentucky’s students and families. We look forward to working with Scientific Games to carry out this mission in the years ahead.”
SGEP is used by some of the world’s top-performing instant game lotteries, including five of the top six in the US. Driven by data analytics and patented technologies, the program optimizes the Kentucky Lottery’s Scratch Offs through portfolio management and optimization, game design services, advanced logistics, licensed brand services, digital services and retail sales and marketing support. SGEP drove 31% better performance for U.S. lotteries using the program in fiscal year 2023-24 (MAP weekly per capita sales).
John Schulz, President of Americas and Global Instant Products for Scientific Games, said: “The Kentucky Lottery has always taken an innovative, collaborative approach to growing its Scratch Off product category, and moving to the SGEP program was a very strategic business decision. Our partnership has proven to be highly successful, keeping the product pipeline flowing with exciting and innovative games to Kentucky Lottery retailers and players and protecting funding for scholarships for Kentucky students.”
Since 1999, the Kentucky Lottery has funded more than $5 billion in scholarships and grants for Kentucky’s students and families. In addition, the partnership with Scientific Games has generated more than $1.6 billion in commissions to the Lottery’s network of 3500 retailers.
Scientific Games also provides the Lottery with licensed properties, including the sell-out ELF-themed holiday games and an award-winning digital customer relationship management program, which successfully drives omnichannel player engagement and retention for the Kentucky Lottery’s retail and iLottery.
Canada
IBIA and PFA Canada anti-match-fixing education program concludes in Alberta
CPL first to benefit from CA$300,000 education fund commitment by IBIA’s regulated sports betting operators
Canadian Premier League (CPL) soccer teams have successfully completed a sports betting integrity player education program. Designed by the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) using its 3R’s training model, the program has utilised a combination of dedicated in-person training and online resources, with sessions delivered by the Professional Footballers’ Association Canada (PFA Canada) through its Protecting the Integrity of the Game workshops.
In total, nearly 200 players have been trained by the IBIA/PFA Canada partnership at all eight CPL teams through the program, which started in Ontario and finished in Alberta, also covering teams in Nova Scotia, Manitoba and British Colombia. It concludes the first part of a two-year player education agreement between IBIA and PFA Canada.
Marco Carducci, Cavalry FC & President of PFA Canada, said: “The IBIA sports betting integrity training, in partnership with PFA Canada, was an incredibly beneficial experience for our players. Effective and easy-to-understand, it made clear what professional athletes need to know about sports betting integrity and how to report attempted corruption. We are grateful for IBIA’s support to help safeguard the integrity of the game and to protect and educate our players.”
In addition to highlighting the potential threats from sports betting related match-fixing, the program educated players on rules and sanctions, the scale and accuracy of technology enabled sports integrity monitoring, and how to report criminals and corrupters using the red button app.
Khalid Ali, CEO of IBIA said: “We take our responsibility to protect regulated sports betting markets, sports and athletes seriously. Decades of experience has shown that a combination of efficient regulation, education and collaboration are essential to safeguarding the sports integrity ecosystem. We are delighted that the PFA Canada education program has been so successful and look forward to year two of the project.”
Dan Kruk, Executive Director, PFA Canada, said: “Through our work with IBIA, nearly 200 Canadian Premier League players attended PFA Canada’s Protecting the Integrity of the Game workshop this season. As a result, stakeholders can be confident our members know their obligations regarding gambling and match-fixing in their sport, how to recognize an approach to fix a match, and crucially, their duty to report any person attempting to manipulate a match.”
The program is the first to be delivered from a CA$300,000 three-year fund – invested by IBIA and its members bet365, Betway and FanDuel – from which Canadian sports and athletes can receive free face-to-face integrity education designed to protect Canadian sports from the potential threat of match manipulation and corruption.
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