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Hector Fernandez to Lead Diversified Gaming Solutions Provider as Ceo Following Combination of IGT’s Gaming and Digital Business with Everi
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The holding company formed to acquire International Game Technology PLC’s Gaming & Digital Business and Everi Holdings Inc. in connection with the previously announced acquisitions by funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. (the Apollo Funds) announced that Hector Fernandez will lead the combined enterprise as CEO.
Mr. Fernandez brings a clear track record of success across technology and gaming as well as deep strategic and financial expertise. His diverse experience both inside and outside of the gaming industry is expected to position him well to integrate and lead two highly complementary gaming platforms following the transaction close with a focus on growth, product innovation and content generation. Mr. Fernandez most recently served as CEO of Aristocrat Gaming, Aristocrat Leisure Limited’s global land-based gaming content and technology business. During his tenure, he devised and led a number of strategic initiatives that enabled gains in market share across multiple verticals while delivering strong revenue growth and increased profitability.
Daniel Cohen, Partner at Apollo, said: “We’re thrilled to name Hector Fernandez as the future CEO of the combined enterprise. As we look to position IGT Gaming and Everi as a premier, diversified customer-centric platform at the forefront of innovation in the gaming and fintech industries, Hector brings an impressive track record of successfully scaling operations and strengthening customer relationships while being a champion for strong values. Hector shares our vision to lead this talented global workforce and will foster a people-first culture across the combined enterprise.”
Mr. Fernandez said: “I couldn’t be more excited to be part of this journey with IGT Gaming and Everi. I look forward to partnering with the very talented teams at both companies, as well as the Apollo team leading the transaction.”
Mr. Fernandez will join the combined enterprise by the fourth quarter of 2025 after expiration of a customary non-compete period. Following the transaction close, Nick Khin, President, Global Gaming at IGT, will lead the combined enterprise as Interim CEO until Mr. Fernandez assumes the CEO role.
Following closing, the combined enterprise will be organized into three business units: Gaming, Digital, and FinTech. Upon Mr. Fernandez joining the combined enterprise, Mr. Khin will step into the newly formed role of CEO, Gaming, and will oversee the land-based gaming businesses of the combined enterprise. Gil Rotem, current President of IGT PlayDigital, will serve as CEO, Digital, and Darren Simmons, current Executive Vice President and FinTech Business Leader at Everi, will serve as CEO, FinTech. These appointments expand on the previously announced leadership for the combined enterprise.
Mr. Cohen added: “We’re excited for Nick to take on the additional responsibility of Interim CEO upon closing of the acquisitions and are confident he will succeed in his role of leading the land-based gaming businesses of the combined enterprise once Hector officially joins. Under Nick’s leadership, IGT has meaningfully improved its industry position and continues to release top performing games across channels. We believe his deep understanding of customers and players, as well as his leadership and passion, will help set the foundation for future success. We are also pleased to have leaders of Gil’s and Darren’s caliber from both companies ready to take on key leadership roles in the combined enterprise.”
Mr. Khin commented: “I believe in the tremendous potential of IGT Gaming and Everi as a combined enterprise, and I am honored to serve as Interim CEO once the transactions are completed. I look forward to working alongside Hector, Gil and Darren, and utilizing the opportunities we have in front of us to generate content-rich experiences and deliver unmatched value to our customers.”
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First EveryMatrix US content aggregation deal live with betPARX
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SlotMatrix, the industry’s largest content platform, is live in New Jersey with its first US games aggregation deal with the betPARX brand.
BetPARX is now able to offer its customers exclusive EveryMatrix games plus a host of best-performing, third-party live and slots content including Evolution Gaming’s ‘One Stop Shop’ portfolio from studios such as NetEnt, Red Tiger, NoLimit City and Big Time Gaming.
EveryMatrix is the first supplier to integrate and launch Evolution’s One Stop Shop range of games in the US – another significant milestone for the industry’s fastest growing technology and games provider.
BetPARX’s aggregated content is further enhanced with EveryMatrix’s gamification and player engagement features including free spins, leaderboards and tournaments.
SlotMatrix will become the US operator’s leading iGaming content aggregator and expand its reach to a further two states, Pennsylvania and Michigan, in the first quarter of this year.
SlotMatrix is the iGaming industry’s largest casino aggregator with more than 300 studio partners and 33,000 games.
EveryMatrix has more than 300 global customers and holds North American licences in Ontario, New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia, Connecticut and Pennsylvania.
Erik Nyman, President, EveryMatrix Americas, said: “Going live with our first ever aggregation agreement with such a great partner as betPARX is a real milestone for the EveryMatrix business in North America.
“Not only does our SlotMatrix platform open the door to a vast variety of content from leading iGaming suppliers such as EveryMatrix Games and Evolution, but it crucially also means betPARX customers can now significantly enhance their gaming experiences by playing the best and most exciting slots and live games the US market has to offer.”
John Dixon, COO, betPARX, said: “Our integration with EveryMatrix means our players will benefit from superior gaming experiences by accessing the most in-demand titles, amplified by numerous gamification features that will further level up their enjoyment and engagement. We’re excited to see the results across all three states.”
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SCCG Management Announces Sponsorship Agreement with Voluum
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SCCG Management, a global leader in gaming advisory services, has announced a new sponsorship agreement with Voluum, a leading performance tracking and optimization platform in helping iGaming affiliates and operators to increase their results from the paid media and SEO campaigns. This partnership will combine Voluum’s cutting-edge tracking and AI-based optimization technology with SCCG’s expansive industry network and strategic business development initiatives.
Voluum offers a cloud-based platform designed to measure and optimize every stage of advertising campaigns, from player acquisition and first-time deposits (FTDs) to ongoing engagement and return on investment (ROI). Cooperating with global gaming operators, including industry giants like Betsson Group, LeoVegas.com, and 1xBet, Voluum’s real-time analytics and AI-driven campaign optimization have consistently delivered measurable results for operators across multiple markets. Through this partnership, SCCG Management will integrate Voluum’s expertise into its growing ecosystem of partners, offering valuable tools and insights to enhance marketing efficiency, player engagement, and operational transparency across iGaming and sports betting campaigns.
“Voluum’s platform is an industry game-changer, delivering exceptional insights and optimization tools for operators and marketers. This partnership represents our shared commitment to empowering businesses with smarter, data-driven strategies that drive tangible results. We’re excited to integrate Voluum into our network and explore new opportunities together,” Stephen A. Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management, said.
“Imagine having one dashboard to control all your media spend and results from every channel and brand you work with. It’s here – Voluum,” Marcin Kumiega, Business Development Director at Voluum, said.
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FanDuel Reveals Nearly Half of its Customers Engaged with “My Spend” During the 2024-25 NFL Season
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FanDuel, North America’s premier online gaming company, has revealed that during the 2024-25 NFL Season nearly half of its customers, approximately 3.5 million, reviewed their play activity using My Spend, a new personalized responsible gaming dashboard. The growing adoption demonstrates that customers are engaging with RG tools that provide personalized insights that help them to manage their time and spending on the platform.
My Spend provides customers with detailed insights on their deposit and betting activity, including amount deposited and net winnings over the last seven days, four weeks or three months. The My Spend dashboard also encourages customers to utilize the existing suite of responsible gaming tools FanDuel offers, including deposit limits and wager limits. To promote and normalize the use of responsible gaming tools, FanDuel launched a bespoke My Spend advertising campaign during the NFL playoffs across broadcast television, digital and paid social.
“We want our customers to know what they are spending and to ensure they are within their comfort zone. Since the launch of My Spend, we’ve seen a meaningful rise in engagement with tools that give our customers the ability to create a personalized plan to manage their play. We’re encouraged by the progress and remain steadfast in our commitment to making responsible play a natural part of the FanDuel experience for all customers,” Jill Watkins, Senior Commercial Director of Responsible Gaming at FanDuel, said.
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