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FlashPicks Builds on Record United States User Numbers with Breakthrough App Update

The betting tips and free picks app generated over 31,000 bets and 195,000 screen views in December of 2023 and now features significant improvements to its proprietary SmartPicks betting tool
FlashPicks, the flagship North American brand for Checkd Group, has posted record user numbers with over 31,000 bets and 195,000 screen views in December of 2023. The FlashPicks app has averaged around 60,000 user sessions per month since its launch in March of 2023.
Building on this momentum, FlashPicks has released a significant update to its app with an overhauled user interface and innovative live bet tracking capabilities via its SmartPicks betting tool.
Developed in-house, FlashPicks is Checkd Groupâs flagship United States brand and its first venture outside of the United Kingdom. Designed for North America by a team of expert technologists native to the sports betting field, FlashPicks offers free picks and betting tips across a range of United States sports and sign-up deals with operators such as FanDuel Sportsbook, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook and Bet365.
The app update sees substantial upgrades to the free SmartPicks betting tool, based on Checkdâs proprietary Smart Acca technology. SmartPicks helps bettors make informed betting decisions quickly and more effectively via the latest stats and data for NFL and NBA.
The easy-to-use tool now features a highly innovative Player Prop Tracker, which gives users the ability to track their over/under bets within the app in more detail than ever before.
SmartPicks also achieved record numbers in December of 2023 with over 11,000 searches recorded within the tool.
âWeâre thrilled to roll out the latest iteration of FlashPicks, which will further fortify its reputation as the ultimate betting companion for discerning recreational sports fans in North America,â the Head of United States Operations for Checkd Group, Callum Broxton, said. âWeâre delighted to have seen out 2023 with record bets and users and feel confident that our positive trajectory will continue with the highly capable Checkd Dev team fueling our innovation and growth.â
âThe SmartPicks tool, which helps our users cut through the noise and build their bets with the latest stats and data, is now easier to use than ever,â the Managing Director for Checkd Dev, Adam Patton, said. âThe Player Prop Tracker is a unique live betting tool that makes FlashPicks more engaging while saving bettors time and effort.â
FlashPicks initially launched in North America in January of 2022 before releasing its app in May of 2023. In its first nine months, the FlashPicks app has garnered nearly 600,000 user sessions and has continually improved its consumer offering with the addition of NBA Prop Cheat Sheets, Picks Tournaments and an influencer support strategy.
High-profile influencers including Alex Caruso, Matty Chucks and Austinâs Props have played a significant role in increasing acquisition, engagement and retention for the brand.
SmartPicks, based on Checkdâs revolutionary SmartAcca technology and powered by data from Stats Perform, takes all the latest statistics and data and ranks bets based on their historical performance. The completely free tool allows bettors to quickly and effectively make more informed decisions.
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SX Bet Bets Big on Berachain: Bringing Web3 Sports Betting to Bera

SX Bet is the fastest-growing on-chain betting exchangeâbuilt for the future of sports and crypto.
SX Bet has officially launched on Berachain, marking the next milestone in its cross-chain expansion strategy. With over 2 million bets placed, $675 million wagered, and 93% year-over-year growth in volume, SX Bet is reshaping the future of sports betting â and Berachain is the next big stage.
SX Betâs Berachain launch comes with a unique incentive structure designed to reward bettors for their activity. Users can now place bets using the native $HONEY stablecoin and earn $SXBRT, a receipt token that can be staked to the SX Vault on BeraHub to generate weekly yields in $BGT, Berachainâs governance token. The more you win, the more you earn.
SX Bet will be hosting a summer Berachain betting tournament with a 69,420 bet credit prize pool from May 31 – July 14th and airdropping bet credits to top Berachain communities.
But the Berachain deployment is not just about incentives. Itâs about creating a scalable global liquidity hub for bettors and builders alike. Builders can leverage SX liquidity to launch their own custom betting frontends and experiences.
âSX Bet isnât just a single dApp â itâs a betting protocol anyone can build on. With this Berachain launch, weâre not just growing SX, weâre growing the entire Web3 betting ecosystem,â said Andrew Young, SX Bet Project Lead.
The cross-chain architecture enables shared liquidity across multiple blockchains, allowing users to place bets on their preferred chain without sacrificing odds or depth.
Already the top sports betting dApp by volume on Arbitrum, SX Bet has achieved sustained growth without relying on ongoing incentives â proving that sharp odds, fast UX, and a product-first approach win. Bettors choose SX for its peer-to-peer, non-custodial, on-chain model â a platform with the best odds, deepest liquidity, and a clear message: winners are welcome.
SX Bet is setting the standard for scalable sports betting infrastructure in Web3.
For bettors: more rewards, deeper liquidity, and better odds.
For builders: a plug-and-play liquidity engine to leverage and build upon.
For chains: a sticky, high-volume dApp proven to drive user growth and retention.
Start betting and earning on Berachain today: bera.bet
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Win Systems will showcase its latest innovations at an exclusive showroom in Peru

Win Systems, a leading provider of technology for the gaming and entertainment industry, will host an exclusive event on May 28 and 29 at its offices in Peru, where it will present a showroom dedicated to present its latest innovations in products and solutions for casinos and venues.
One of the main highlights of the event will be the live presentation of the Gold Club Colors electronic roulette, an evolution of the companyâs flagship model that incorporates a high level of aesthetic and functional customization. This upgraded version allows the product design to be adapted to the visual identity of each casino, providing a unique opportunity to enhance the ambiance and distinctive character of every venue. Operators will be able to fully customize the LED colors and handrests, as well as other key components such as the cylinder, ball track cone, and cylinder cover, achieving seamless integration with the casino environment. This flexibility makes the Gold Club Colors a strategic tool to stand out visually and enrich the gaming experience.
âWe want our partners and operators in Peru to experience this firsthand. This event will not only allow them to explore our products in detail but also see how the new functionalities of the Colors take the gaming experience to the next level,â said Galy Olazo, Country Manager Peru.
In addition to the aesthetic customization options, attendees will be introduced to the new game layout design and the innovative dynamic paytable, which adjusts payouts according to each gameâs dynamics, offering a more strategic and engaging experience for players.
The Win Systems showroom in Peru is a unique opportunity to see one of the worldâs most renowned electronic roulettes in actionânow with more technology, more customization, and more value for operators.
Win Systems invites all interested parties to schedule an appointment by writing to [email protected].
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IAGR announces program for IAGR2025 conference in Toronto

The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has released the program for its upcoming annual conference, to be held in Toronto from 20-23 October.
With the theme âResilient regulation: Exploring what works, why and whatâs nextâ, the event brings together global regulators and thought leaders to examine how regulatory frameworks can evolve to meet todayâs challenges.
The four-day program explores timely issues, including the rise of AI and behavioural analytics, the impact of converging technologies, cross-border collaboration and the continued push to strengthen responsible gambling policies.
IAGR President Ben Haden said the program offers a strong preview of the content and conversations delegates can expect in Toronto.
âThis yearâs program showcases the breadth and complexity of the challenges facing gambling regulators worldwide, from protecting player wellbeing to tackling illegal markets and understanding new technologies,â Haden said.
âI encourage regulators, researchers and policy professionals from around the world to join us in Toronto. The conference is a space to learn, share experience, challenge assumptions and shape the future of effective, collaborative regulation.â
Confirmed speakers and panellists include:
- Andrew Rhodes, CEO, Gambling Commission, Great Britain
- Anders Dorph, Director, Danish Gambling Authority, Denmark
- Dr Karin Schnarr, CEO and Registrar, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, Canada
- Mark Vander Linden, Director of Research and Responsible Gaming and Carrie Torrisi, Chief of Sports Wagering Division, Massachusetts Gaming Commission, United States
- Bashir Are, CEO, Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority, Nigeria
- Teo Chun Ching, Chief Executive, Gambling Regulatory Authority, Singapore
- Ladipo Abiose Akolade, Founder, GamblePause Initiative Africa, Nigeria
- Rasmus Kjaergaard, CEO, Mindway AI, Denmark
- Tracy Parker, Senior Vice President, Accreditation, Advisory and Insights, Responsible Gambling Council, Canada
- Pedro Romero, Chief of Safer Gambling Partnerships, BetBlocker, Gibraltar
- Sonia Wasowska, Head of Supervision, General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, United Arab Emirates
- Steven Blackburn, Partner, Ashurst Risk Advisory, Australia
The event will be held at The Westin Harbour Castle on Torontoâs waterfront.
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