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Neil Seymour Promoted to COO of DiffusionData
DiffusionData Strengthens C-Level Team as Global Demand for Real-Time Bi-directional Stream Processing Accelerates
DiffusionData, the pioneer and leader in real-time data streaming and messaging solutions, today announced that Neil Seymour has been promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Neil was formerly Head of Engineering at the company. Prior to DiffusionData, he worked at  Vizolution as Delivery Director and was a Professional Services Manager at Lexmark Enterprise Solutions.
Neil Seymour, COO of DiffusionData, said: âI am honoured to have this opportunity to take on the COO role and to be part of the continuing success of DiffusionData. Working with a team of seasoned professionals over the past 18 months has made my job so much easier. The industries we align with are experiencing some volatility, but I am convinced we have a world class product and team that will help us achieve DiffusionDataâs strategic business goals.â
Neil has over 30 years experience of system development, implementation, integration with project and programme delivery knowledge, particularly within SME technology companies. He specialises in driving technically complex, business critical projects and business transformation engagements.
Grethe Brown, CEO of DiffusionData, said: âNeilâs promotion is of significant strategic value to us as we look to expand our senior team. Neil will have a focus on increasing our presence in financial services, building on our growth in the cloud and supporting our expansion into the Americas. The promotion is fully deserved and for a long time we have recognised his ability to build and manage multi-skilled teams to deliver a strong project focus and provide added value to new and existing customers. He is experienced in collaborating with internal teams to build commitment and momentum , which is vital for client success. â
Seymour concluded: âThe next phase in our growth will be challenging, so we need to be resilient when anticipating and reacting to change. Our focus remains on operational excellence whilst continuing to support customers on their journeys using the Diffusion product.â
DiffusionDataâs framework, Diffusion, is used by companies worldwide in sectors such as financial services, eGaming, retail, travel and transportation, health and digital media. The framework is purpose-built to simplify and speed data-driven, real-time application development, reduce operational costs, and economically deliver hyper-personalised data.
About DiffusionData
Founded in 2006, with offices in London and Silicon Valley, DiffusionData (formerly Push Technology) is a pioneer and leader in real-time bidirectional data streaming and messaging. Diffusion, the companyâs Intelligent Data Framework, is used by companies worldwide in sectors such as financial services, eGaming, retail, travel and transportation, health and digital media sectors.Â
Working with DiffusionData organisations with demanding real-time bi-directional data streaming and messaging requirements can successfully redefine the boundaries of their performance across often unreliable and inconsistent networks at scale e.g. the Internet, cloud platforms, IoT, satellite and mobile. The framework is purpose-built to simplify and speed data-driven, real-time application development, reduce operational costs, and economically deliver hyper-personalised data.
DiffusionData customers have hundreds to thousands of connected end points serving up millions of event driven real-time messages and updates per second. DiffusionData assures delivery of data and unrivalled Quality of Service to its customer base. Learn more at www.diffusiondata.com.
Approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission paves the way for Kambi to provide its premium sports betting solutions in Las Vegas and across the Silver State
Kambi Group plc (âKambiâ), the home of premium sports betting solutions, has received approval for its Nevada gaming licence applications, marking a significant step towards launching in one of the world’s most iconic betting markets. The Nevada Gaming Commission approved Kambiâs application for Manufacturer & Distributor Licenses and an Information Services License, following a unanimous recommendation by the Nevada Gaming Control Board (âNGCBâ) earlier this month.
The licences will enable Kambi to provide its industry-leading sportsbook technology and services to nonrestricted gaming establishments in Las Vegas and across the state of Nevada for the first time. With limited B2B competition in the state due to the high regulatory requirements, Nevada presents Kambi with future growth opportunities in line with its strategy to expand its footprint across the Americas.
Kambi has been at the forefront of the regulated US sports betting industry since 2018, processing the first legal online wager outside of Nevada following the repeal of PASPA. This latest achievement underscores the companyâs dedication to delivering world-class sportsbook solutions while adhering to the highest standards of regulatory compliance and corporate probity.
Werner Becher, CEO of Kambi, said: “Securing approval for our licences in Nevada is an important milestone for Kambi and a testament to our market-leading technology, regulatory expertise and corporate integrity. Nevada is widely known as the gold standard for betting and gaming regulation, insisting on a standard that few companies can meet, and is therefore recognition of Kambiâs unwavering commitment to excellence. We would like to thank both the Commission and NGCB for their thorough review and approval of our applications.”
Red Desert Games content developed by leading industry veterans set to further add to Light & Wonderâs innovative offering.
Red Desert Games launches its new and innovative slot content via the Light & Wonder content marketplace, through the Light & Wonder⢠Spark studio partner program.
Red Desert Games is an emerging slot studio founded by land-based and iGaming industry veterans. The young studio team members have over 100 years combined experience in the global slot industry and are now applying their substantial knowledge, experience, and deep passion for slots to create innovative and engaging content to delight and excite.
As part of this new agreement, iGaming content developed by Red Desert Games will be distributed exclusively across Canada and the USA to Light & Wonderâs extensive operator network and elsewhere around in other key regulated markets via Light & Wonder’s Infinity aggregation platform.
The addition of Red Desert Games to the Light & Wonder⢠Spark studio partner programâs roster of premium game studios further cements Light & Wonder as one of the worldâs leading content marketplaces. It demonstrates once again Light & Wonderâs ongoing commitment to diversifying its content offering, as well as providing an opportunity for independent studios to significantly boost their international reach.
Edgar Pau, Co-Founder of Red Desert Games said:Â âWe are extremely excited to be selected by Light & Wonder to join their partnership program. Light & Wonder has an unrivalled footprint and is the perfect fit to distribute our range of innovative and engaging games to its global network.â
âWe have been extremely impressed by the whole Light & Wonder team and our interactions to-date. Their product feedback, enthusiasm to work with us and recognition of the uniqueness of our content has given us encouragement that they are the right partner to launch us into the global market.â
Steve Mayes, Senior Director of Partners at Light & Wonder, added: We are delighted to welcome Red Desert to the Light & Wonder⢠Spark studio partner program. Our program is committed to collaborating with the most forward-thinking and innovative new studios, and Red Desertâs distinctive game concepts, inventive mechanics, and meticulously crafted, visually captivating titles truly embody these values. We are excited to support their global expansion and look forward to a promising and successful journey together.
Compliance Updates
Michigan Lottery Achieves iCAP Re-certification for Responsible Online Gaming Practices
The Michigan Lottery has received re-certification for its commitment to responsible gaming after completing the Internet Responsible Gambling Compliance Assessment Program (iCAP) through the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
The Lottery first earned iCAP certification in October 2015 and was the first lottery in the United States to achieve this certification.
âWe are incredibly proud to have once again received certification for our commitment to responsible gaming through the iCAP program, underscoring the Lotteryâs dedication to player safety and well-being. We will continue to prioritize responsible gaming practices and provide Michiganders with the resources and support they need to play responsibly,â said Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli.
Developed by the NCPG, iCAP is the first and only online responsible gaming assessment program in the US. The NCPG evaluated the Lotteryâs compliance with Internet Responsible Gaming (IRG) standards developed based on best practices from jurisdictions around the world. IRG standards are the highest standards for online responsible gaming in the nation. The nine areas of focus for the NCPG iCAP certification are:
⢠Corporate policy and commitment to responsible gaming
⢠Staff training
⢠Information available to players through com, and player account features to assist players in informed decision making
⢠Assisting players who indicate they are in distress or experiencing problems
⢠Self-exclusion and player-initiated restrictions on online play
⢠Advertising and promotion
⢠Game and website features that assist with gambling responsibly
⢠Research based on the transparency of play data
⢠Payment controls and limits
⢠iCAP re-certification provides Lottery players assurance that MichiganLottery.com is trustworthy and has adopted the best standards of player protection.
The NCPG, a non-profit organization founded in 1972, leads state and national stakeholders in the development of comprehensive policy and programs for all those affected by problem gambling.
Michigan Lottery players have a chance to win up to $500,000 instantly playing online. Players also may win prizes ranging from $1 up to multi-million dollar jackpots playing Powerball, Mega Millions, Lucky for Life, Lotto 47, and Fantasy 5 online. Through its online platform, the Lottery offers players more than 200 different games with plays ranging in price from .05 cents to $20.
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