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Sports Wagering Technology Company Sparket Announces Xpoint as Official Geolocation Partner

Xpoint, the leading geolocation and compliance tech firm specializing in U.S. sports betting and iGaming markets, has been appointed as the Official Geolocation Partner by Sparket, the Los Angeles based sports wagering technology company that aims to make sports betting accessible and fun to a broader demographic.
Xpoint’s geolocation technology and partnership team will play a dual role in the relationship with Sparket, ensuring the partner meets its regulatory requirements, and helping unlock customer engagement and enhanced revenue opportunities via Xpoint’s technology and data platform. This will enable Sparket customers to engage with its patent pending Social Betwork software in a regulated, secure digital environment while adhering strictly to all state and federal regulations, and turning the geolocation digital utility into an asset that generates incremental business value for Sparket.
“We’re delighted to add Sparket to our partner group, and excited to start work supporting their team as they bring their game-changing platform to market. Sparket share our vision for wanting to bring innovation, transparency and cutting-edge technology to the sports wagering industry, so I see this partnership as a very natural fit. Sparket has a bright future ahead, and we’re honored to be a trusted partner of such an exciting brand,” Marvin Sanderson, CEO and Co-Founder of Xpoint, said.
“Xpoint are the instinctive choice for Sparket as we continue to grow, offering a world-class technology platform, and a fresh approach to helping us meet our regulatory needs. There were several points about Xpoint that stood out for us while we were looking at the options available, in particular the trust we have that they will ensure our state-by-state regulatory obligations are met, and how they approach business with us. Xpoint see us as true partners, working together to unlock value from our investment in their cutting-edge geolocation technology. We’re happy they’re on board and look forward to a successful partnership to come,” Evan Fisher, COO of Sparket, said.
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Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. Names Carlo Santarelli Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations

Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. announced that Carlo Santarelli has been appointed Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations, a new position at the Company. Mr. Santarelli will begin his new position on August 18, 2025 and will report to GLPI President and Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Moore.
Mr. Santarelli brings over 25 years of Wall Street experience in Equity Research and Investment Banking to his new role and joins the Company from Deutsche Bank where he was Managing Director of Gaming & Lodging Equity Research. Prior to Deutsche Bank, Mr. Santarelli held similar positions at Bear Stearns, JP Morgan and Wells Fargo. He consistently ranked highly in Institutional Investor and other sell-side analyst research polls as a thought leader in the space, providing unique perspectives on industry events and trends with his data-driven approach and stock picking talent. Carlo Santarelli graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Economics in 2000.
Peter Carlino, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GLPI, said: “We’ve known and respected Carlo’s research work on the gaming, lodging and gaming REIT sectors for many years. Carlo brings to GLPI an in-depth knowledge of the industry and its participants, having experienced GLPI’s original formation of the gaming triple-net-REIT structure from a research analyst and capital markets perspective. We value his deep network of contacts among institutional investors, sell-side analysts and a wide range of gaming industry operators and we look forward to the value of his contributions.”
In his new role, Mr. Santarelli will work with Mr. Carlino and GLPI’s senior management to develop and evaluate growth opportunities and strategic relationships, and will oversee investor relations interactions.
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VIP Play Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

VIP Play, a technology-driven leader in interactive consumer engagement, announced that Jim Mackey, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role, effective August 8, 2025.
The Company has initiated a transition process and is in the process of identifying a successor. Mackey will assist in an orderly transition over the coming weeks.
“We thank Jim for his contributions to the Company, particularly during a transformative period for our business. We remain focused on executing our strategic priorities, including financial visibility, operating efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders,” said Les Ottolenghi, CEO of VIP Play.
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BETBY LAUNCHES COMPREHENSIVE REPORT ON PERU’S REGULATED GAMBLING MARKET

BETBY, the premium supplier of cutting-edge sportsbook solutions, has published a detailed report titled “The Peruvian Breakthrough: A Market Ready for Takeoff”, offering a thorough analysis of the country’s newly regulated iGaming industry.
Following the implementation of Peru’s online gambling framework in 2024, this report explores the legislative transformation, market growth trends, and consumer behavior shaping one of Latin America’s most promising emerging markets.
The report covers several key aspects, including:
✅ Evolution of Peru’s gambling legislation and its impact on market structure and operator licensing;
✅ Market performance analysis, including land-based vs. online growth and mobile channel adoption;
✅ Economic indicators, such as GDP contribution, per capita GGR, and projected market size through 2030;
✅ Player profiles and betting behavior, with insights into frequency, motivations, and engagement across age and gender groups;
✅ Digital readiness, including mobile usage, internet speeds, and device preferences;
✅ Competitive landscape, with a breakdown of leading operators and changes in market share.
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