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Cipriani to Invest $450M for the Reconstruction of San Rafael Hotel&Casino in Uruguay
The leading hospitality group Cipriani is going to invest $450 million in San Rafael Hotel located in Punta del Este, Uruguay.
Cipriani will restore San Rafael Hotel into Cipriani Ocean Resort, Club Residences and Casino complex. Rafael Viñoly will be the architect for the reconstruction. The hotel and the club residences will be decorated by Florentine architect Michele Bönan and all the furniture will be produced by Italian artisans.
“The project includes the faithful reconstruction of the iconic hotel, once the glamorous destination for celebrities and politicians coming to Uruguay, as well as the preferred choice for South Americans and international visitors. The original design will be entirely preserved and complemented with beautiful residences, restaurants, spa, pools, boutiques and a casino,” the Cipriani group said.
The first phase will include 164 hotel suites, and then, an additional 800,000 square feet of residences will be added on a second phase.
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GiG Expands Global Reach, Bringing Successful Partnership with LuckDays into Mexico for the First Time
GiG Software Plc, a leading B2B iGaming technology company, has announced its entry into the Mexican regulated market with the launch of long-standing partner LuckyDays in the region, as the successful partnership powers into its fourth regulated market and its first in Latin America.
The deal carries extra significance as GiG’s first launch in Mexico, adding another regulated market to its vast list of live jurisdictions and further increasing its capacity to offer opportunity for growth to its partners.
GiG is one of the few global regulated market experts that can offer enhanced, next generation platform capabilities. iGaming platform CoreX, is a powerful, secure, and highly scalable iGaming platform, built for rapid integration with the potential for an unlimited inventory of preferred third parties. In prioritising powerful functionality that greatly elevates localisation and gamification features that offers partners a competitive advantage in their local markets.
As part of the deal, LuckyDays will again benefit from the full power of dynamic AI tools DataX and LogicX. With a growing emphasis on cutting-edge artificial intelligence and automation, the incorporation of the advanced machine learning models into LuckyDays’ toolkit, with enhancing decision-making processes and rule building will help deliver significant increases in player acquisition and customer retention.
Online gaming in Mexico continues to provide a steady growth trajectory with Gross gaming revenue (GGR) projected to reach $3.7 billion by 2028, according to data supplied by H2, with regulation enforced by Mexico’s General Directorate of Games and Raffles..
Richard Carter, Chief Executive Officer at GiG, said: “We are actively expanding our addressable market by strategically entering regulated regions, with this being our first venture into Mexico. This agreement represents a combination of a high-growth market and our established, successful partnership with LuckyDays. Together, we have the ideal elements to enhance our partner’s operations through cutting-edge, next-generation technology and our extensive experience in navigating evolving regulatory landscapes. This demonstrates our ongoing commitment to fostering growth opportunities for our partners and powering their continued success.”
A spokesperson at LuckyDays added: “We are extremely pleased to enter the Mexican market with the robust support and expertise of GiG, confident that their platform will deliver the same high standards of performance and reliability that we have experienced in Ontario, Sweden, and other key regions. GiG’s proven solutions empower us to launch and scale effectively in this new market, aligning with our vision for sustained growth and exceptional player experiences. We look forward to a successful expansion in Mexico and beyond, bringing our high-quality offerings to a broader audience with GiG as a trusted partner.”
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SkillOnNet’s Spanish language brand launches in newly regulated Peruvian market
PlayUZU, the flagship Spanish-language brand from global entertainment powerhouse SkillOnNet, is now live in the newly regulated Peruvian market.
Peruvian players can now enjoy top quality, localized content at PlayUZU.pe, along with the brand’s famous guarantee of no wagering requirements – ever. PlayUZU is marketed as a “fair” online casino that offers players a better deal by refusing to add playthrough requirements to its bonuses.
The launch will be backed by a multimedia marketing campaign to highlight the core values of the PlayUZU brand: fun, transparency, simplicity and responsible gaming.
This will include a significant television advertising push, supported by an extensive digital marketing campaign via search-engine positioning, social networks and influencers. The campaign aims to enforce the brand’s positioning, which is all about providing an innovative and entertaining space where players can have fun whether they win or lose.
After first launching in Spain in 2020 where it has since become a household name, PlayUZU has been extending its footprint in the fast-growing Latin American market, having recently launched in Mexico and Buenos Aires City.
Peru’s new licensing regime came into effect in February 2024, and PlayUZU was among the first operators to receive the go-ahead from the country’s regulator. The platform boasts an unparalleled games portfolio with top titles from the biggest and best game studios in the world.
Helena Rico Head of Marketing Spain and LatAm at PlayUZU.pe said: “In an industry dominated by bonuses with complicated terms and conditions and deceptive small print, we think Peruvian players will enjoy PlayUZU’s unique proposition of a fair deal with no wagering requirements. We also believe that by providing players with a fun and localized gaming experience we can make PlayUZU a top brand in this exciting new market.”
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THE UNIT SIGNS WITH SPORTINGTECH’S BRAZIL BRANDS
The Unit, a leader in nearshore product development and marketing services for sports betting and iGaming, has entered a collaboration with leading sports betting and iGaming provider Sportingtech.
Sportingtech is a renowned provider of turnkey betting and gaming solutions designed for regulated and emerging markets around the globe. Sportingtech’s iGaming platform offers everything covering sportsbook and casino via a modular system and intuitive back office for a fully omni-channel solution.
The Unit will develop apps for Sportingtech’s brands in Brazil, with The Unit bringing its expertise in creating native iOS and Android applications tailored to the specific needs of clients. This partnership has already included a successful redesign of Sportingtech’s sportsbook, with The Unit utilising its ability to design and develop robust, scalable platforms which deliver a seamless user experience.
Paddy Casey, Co-founder at The Unit, said: “Sportingtech is one of the leading suppliers in the sports betting and iGaming industries, and we are thrilled to announce this exciting partnership.
“We are pleased to bring our extensive knowledge and expertise to ensure Sportingtech’s brands operate with the strongest possible mobile app.
“This follows the launch of Sportingtech’s redesigned sportsbook, where our team were able to provide our bespoke software development services to address unique business requirements and challenges.
“We very much look forward to working with Sportingtech and making the most of the synergies this partnership will present.”
Tommy Molloy, Chief Product Officer from Sportingtech, said: “Partnering with The Unit reflects our commitment to delivering tailored solutions that empower operators to stand out in competitive markets like Brazil. The Unit’s expertise as a trusted developer ensures our partners can achieve peak performance and provide unparalleled user experiences.
“Following the successful launch of our newly redesigned sportsbook, this collaboration reinforces our focus on continuous improvement and flexibility, enabling us to offer an industry-leading turnkey platform that sets new standards in customisation and growth.”
With offices in Ireland and Moldova, and a newly-formed USA division opening in New York in January 2025, The Unit has an unwavering commitment to becoming the partner of choice throughout the industry. In addition to its broad-ranging marketing services, the team has solidified its strong track record of building world-class, scalable and efficient products for the sports betting and iGaming sector in recent years.
As The Unit embarks on this period of growth, the company remains committed to delivering exceptional products and services to its clients. With its experienced team, best-in-class product development capabilities, and focus on innovation, The Unit is poised to shape the future of the sports betting and iGaming industries.
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