One of the largest tribal operators in the U.S. will leverage the front-end development capabilities of Kambi Group's Shape Games division in their sports betting and iCasino operations.
Press release.- Shape Games, a provider of front-end solutions for the betting and gaming industry and part of Kambi Group, has agreed to a long-term front-end services partnership with the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (the Choctaw Nation), one of the largest Indian nations in the United States.
Thanks to this partnership, Shape Games will provide the Choctaw Nation with its fully managed front-end services and a comprehensive set of customer acquisition solutions, helping Choctaw deliver superior user products and experiences in both sports betting and iCasino through its native technology, best in its class.
The Choctaw Nation owns a selection of gaming and hospitality destinations in southeastern Oklahoma - including its main resort, located near the Texas border and very close to the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, with a population of over eight million people - and joins several of Kambi's sports betting partners, such as BetCity, BetWarrior, Paf, and Svenska Spel, who leverage Shape Games' market-leading front-end services.
Martin Mouroux Dam, CEO of Shape Games, said: "We are thrilled to begin working closely with the Choctaw Nation, which has a clear track record in developing successful digital businesses, while creating unforgettable gaming and sports betting experiences for their valuable customers."
"The agreement represents a true milestone for Shape Games, as it expands our presence in America with a highly recognized and successful operator. Trust is paramount in tribal partnerships, and we look forward to delivering the best-in-class gaming experience by promoting sustainable long-term revenue for the Choctaw Nation."
Chris Scrivner, Executive Director of Gaming and Hospitality for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, stated: "We are delighted to enhance our customer acquisition and retention capabilities in collaboration with Shape Games."
The European iGaming Excellence Awards 2024 were held in Warsaw during the European iGaming Congress.
Press release.- SOFTSWISS, a global technology company with over 15 years of experience in iGaming, triumphed in four categories at the European iGaming Excellence Awards 2024. Held in Warsaw during the European iGaming Congress, the EiGE Awards brought together iGaming professionals from across the region.
SOFTSWISS received accolades in the following categories:
SOFTSWISS adheres to an ethical philosophy of "player first", highlighting its dedication to responsible gaming practices. With a customer satisfaction rate of 83%, a strong focus on delivering the best player experience, and robust fraud protection, SOFTSWISS Managed Services was recognized as Best Customer Service at the EiGE Awards for the second consecutive year.
SOFTSWISS said it achieved a victory in the iGaming Technology Innovation category thanks to its range of innovative features, which include unique sports betting bonuses, a risk scoring tool aligned with responsible gaming practices, and main network jackpot campaigns, all of which ensure player engagement and safety. As a result of a recent network jackpot campaign, the average bet sum increased by up to 150% within 7 days of winning a jackpot.
"Undoubtedly, the company's highlighted achievements and victories would not be possible without the vision and strong commitment of its founder, Ivan Montik, who was recognized as the iGaming Leader of the Year," said the firm.
In its anniversary year, SOFTSWISS stated that it entered new markets and niches in online entertainment through acquisitions and partnerships, hired F1 star Rubens Barrichello as a non-executive director in Latin America, and became the company offering the richest portfolio of games in the industry.
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Valentina Bagniya, Marketing Director of SOFTSWISS, was named iGaming Influencer of the Year for setting new trends in iGaming marketing. Valentina revolutionized the traditional approach to iGaming marketing with award-winning marketing campaigns and detailed industry reports. "Her dedication and professionalism led SOFTSWISS to be recognized as Brand Idol of the year in 2023. Under her leadership, the company has been at the top of the media for more than three consecutive years, and its brand awareness has multiplied by five," highlighted the company.
Valentina Bagniya summarized: "Each victory or milestone reflects the harmonized work of a talented team and wise leaders. These accolades are our mutual triumph. I want to express my deepest gratitude to the industry experts who voted for our company and to the SOFTSWISS professionals whose hard work made these achievements possible. This industry recognition will definitely fuel our inspiration to enhance iGaming."
