partnerships
Kambi Group plc Signs Landmark Sportsbook Partnership with Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
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One of the largest Indian nations in the United States to utilize Kambi’s market-leading turnkey sportsbook on property and online in exclusive nationwide partnership
Kambi Group plc (Kambi), the world’s trusted sports betting partner, has signed a landmark multi-state sportsbook agreement with the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (Choctaw Nation), one of the largest Indian nations in the United States, to provide its sports betting technology and services to Choctaw Nation’s gaming entities.
Choctaw Nation, operator of Choctaw Casinos and Resorts, owns a selection of gaming and hospitality destinations throughout southeastern Oklahoma and is the official and exclusive casino and resort partner of the Texas Rangers, Major League Baseball’s World Series Champion. Choctaw Nation’s flagship resort is located near the Texas border and in close proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with a population of more than eight million people.
The long-term deal will see Choctaw Nation combine its digital and ecommerce expertise with Kambi’s market-leading turnkey sportsbook with the ambition to become an online and retail sports betting powerhouse. Pending regulatory approvals, the agreement includes the scope to expand into multiple states.
The relationship with Choctaw Nation strengthens Kambi’s position as the sportsbook partner of choice for Indian nations across the United States, with Choctaw Nation selecting Kambi for its proven online and retail technology as well as its collaborative approach to delivering tailored sports betting solutions.
“This is a landmark partnership for Kambi with exciting long-term potential,” the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer for Kambi, Kristian Nylen, said. “Not only does Choctaw Nation have fantastic, well positioned gaming and entertainment facilities in Oklahoma, but its proven track record in developing successful digital businesses gives me every confidence that together we will create thrilling sports betting experiences for its players.
“Due to these exciting credentials, Choctaw Nation was an obvious partner, so I am therefore delighted it saw the benefits of Kambi’s proven technology and recognized our shared values. Trust remains paramount through each tribal partnership and we look forward to delivering a best-in-class sportsbook that generates long-term sustainable revenues for the Choctaw Nation.”
“We are thrilled to have entered into a long-term agreement with Kambi,” the Commerce Senior Executive Officer for Choctaw Nation, Heidi Grant, said. “Adding Kambi’s best-in-class technology and custom player offerings to Choctaw Nation’s brand and market positioning, Choctaw Nation is poised to remain well positioned as the premier, full-service, vertically integrated gaming operator throughout our region.”
Compliance Updates
IGSA Welcomes Sharp Vision as Silver Member
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The International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA) has welcomed Sharp Vision as a new Silver member. Sharp Vision is a leading provider of regulatory turnkey solutions for gaming authorities.
“We are delighted to be a part of IGSA and we look forward to contributing to the advancement of best practices among regulators in the fast-growing gaming industry,” Damien Raymond, COO of Sharp Vision, said.
“IGSA is very excited to welcome Sharp Vision to our membership. We believe that IGSA Standards can enhance Sharp Vision’s products supporting regulatory authority oversight. We look forward to their participation in IGSA committees,” Mark Pace, President of IGSA, said.
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BETBY AND PIXBET ENTER LONG-TERM BRAZILIAN SPORTS BETTING PARTNERSHIP
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BETBY strengthens its Latin American position with agreement to power leading Brazilian brand Pixbet
BETBY, the premium sports betting supplier, has signed a long-term sports betting agreement with Pixbet. The partnership will see Pixbet leverage Betby’s award-winning sports betting solution and services to upgrade its current sportsbook, offering Brazilians a best-in-class online betting experience.
Pixbet a leading Brazilian bookmaker present throughout the national territory, is well known for its bold marketing strategy, having earlier this year been announced as the new shirt sponsor for Brazilian soccer club Flamengo under a lucrative two-year deal.
Chris Nikolopoulos, Chief Commercial Officer at Betby, said: “It is a pleasure to have put pen to paper on this agreement with Pixbet, an operator whose management team boasts clear expertise and a passion for sports betting that mirrors our own.
“This agreement further bolsters Betby’s impressive range of partners throughout Brazil and Latin America, and we are excited to capitalise on the rich promise this partnership holds.”
Ernildo Junior, owner of Pixbet, said: “We are very pleased to have signed with Betby as we look to further deliver on our sports betting ambitions to become the leading betting brand in Brazil.
“Betby has a proven track record in Latin America and its suite of high-performance sportsbook technology will provide our players with a superior sports betting experience whilst providing us with cutting-edge risk management tools.”
Canada
Aristocrat Interactive Expands to Play Alberta with New Games
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iGaming in Alberta continues to soar to new heights on PlayAlberta.ca. Alberta’s only regulated gambling website has now added select titles from Aristocrat Interactive, Aristocrat Leisure Limited’s regulated online Real Money Gaming (RMG) and Gaming Systems division.
The integration of Aristocrat Interactive’s games will provide a familiarity for players, as Aristocrat Leisure Limited’s land-based gaming division, Aristocrat Gaming, is the number one supplier of slot terminals within Alberta land-based casinos.
“Adding another world-renowned games provider to PlayAlberta.ca only helps bolster entertainment offerings for our players. Aristocrat Gaming has an established presence globally and bringing their features to Alberta will continue to enhance the province’s only regulated gambling website while encouraging Albertans to use a safe-and-secure iGaming destination ” Steve Lautischer, Executive Vice President, Business Development.
“Expanding our reach across North America remains a key priority and this launch with Play Alberta represents another milestone in our commitment to delivering the very best content to players in the region. Play Alberta has resonated with players across the province and we are thrilled to establish what we are sure will be a very positive relationship,” Shivan Patel, VP of North America at Aristocrat Interactive.
Titles being added to Play Alberta include: Buffalo, Wicked Winnings II, 7 Hot 7 and Gold Stacks 88 Lunar Festival with more set to be available in the coming weeks.
Being Alberta’s only regulated gambling website and a leader in online gambling means offering players responsible gambling tools that engage all players. AGLC’s GameSense and Self-Exclusion programs are best-in-class resources that offer bet, deposit and loss limits, to make sure players are in control of their gambling.
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