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Holland Casino Expects Gains in H2 2021
Holland Casino is preparing for recovery after a rough first half of the year, having been forced to close for more than 5 months due to measures taken against the COVID-19 pandemic.
As anticipated by the Dutch state-owned company, the extended closure had a negative impact on its financial results for the first half of the year. But as its 14 branches have been operating again since June 5, the operator now expects to post positive results for the second half of 2021.
Turnover achieved in June shows that Holland Casino will soon be able “to operate in a healthy manner” again. Moreover, after having completed “necessary restructuring,” the company expects to become a more efficient and agile organisation, according to a press statement released on Wednesday.
Turnover for H1 2021 posted a low €28.8 million. Net results for tax purposes amounted to a loss of €64.8 million, compared to a loss of €37.8 million over the same period in 2020, in which the company remained open for several months.
“Although Coronavirus also hit our company head-on in the first half of 2021, notably our anniversary year in which we celebrate 45 years in business, we still look ahead with confidence. All in all, Netherlands was deprived of legal casino offer for almost a year, but now that the measures are disappearing little by little, recovery is in sight,” Erwin van Lambaart, CEO of Holland Casino, said.
“We see bright spots in the potential offer of online games of chance as of October 1, for which we have applied for a license, and the opening of our new world-class casino branches in Venlo and Utrecht,” van Lambaart added.
CFO Ruud Bergervoet considers that having sufficient liquid assets in the past six months was key to the company getting through the difficult period of closure. That, along with the NOW scheme, the deferral of tax payments, strict cost control measures and tight operation management, led to the company being able “to safeguard the continuity” of its operations over the past year and a half.
“The significant tax debt of €190.5 million is offset by a strong liquidity position without bank debt. We are therefore considering paying off this tax debt more quickly if no new Coronavirus measures are introduced and the recovery actually continues. The results after June are promising in that regard,” Bergervoet said.
Despite all branches now being open, certain pandemic measures are still being enforced, and Holland Casino is receiving guests at limited capacity in its gambling venues. The company expects that these measures will be phased out, with the hope to open at full capacity and without restrictions “towards autumn.”
“We are also looking forward to the reintroduction of poker, live bingo and our NXT zones so that gaming can really be experienced together again. We also hope to be able to offer our bars and restaurants after midnight, which currently all close at midnight,” van Lambaart said.
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Season 2 of the Series in Development for 2026
Esports World Cup: Level Up, the five-part docuseries from Emmy-winning filmmaker R.J. Cutler (Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry, Elton John: Never Too Late, Martha), is now streaming for free on Prime Video’s official YouTube channel.
The Level Up series, produced by This Machine (part of Sony Pictures Television) in partnership with the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF), offers an unprecedented look behind the scenes of the world’s largest esports and gaming festival, redefining what it means to be a champion in the digital age. A second season is now confirmed, continuing the story of the EWC and the next generation of Clubs and players shaping the future of global esports.
In the first season, Level Up captures human stories of the competition. From Oakland’s Soka of Team Falcons, a swaggering extrovert who defies gamer stereotypes while carrying the weight of a tough past, to FAKER of T1, a South Korean icon battling the loneliness of his own legend, each player’s journey reveals the person behind the avatar.
In the Philippines, 19-year-old Sanford of Team Liquid fights for his family after tragedy strikes, while Drazah of Atlanta FaZe traces his rise from a small shed in Alaska to the global stage. Indonesian sisters Chel and Cinny of Team Vitality lead a dominant women’s team even as personal loss tests their resolve.
Beyond the players, Yevhen Zolotarov of NAVI competes to support a war-torn Ukraine, and Mossad Aldossary, the 24-year-old CEO of Team Falcons, shoulders the hopes of a nation as he strives to keep the championship at home in Riyadh.
Together, their stories reveal what truly drives esports’ greatest figures, not just victory, but purpose, pride, and resilience.
Stay tuned for more information about Season 2 of Esports World Cup: Level Up.
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Innovecs Games Hosts Expert-Led Webinar: “From Crisis to Clarity — A New Blueprint for AAA Game Development”
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Innovecs Games, a leading game development studio under the Innovecs brand, announces its upcoming live webinar: From Crisis to Clarity: A New Blueprint for AAA Game Development!
Following two years of widespread studio closures and layoffs, the webinar will focus on how forward-thinking teams are reimagining workflows and talent structures to sustain creativity, efficiency, and innovation.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Nader Alikhani, VP of Games at Innovecs
- Chris Rowe, Business Development Director at Innovecs Games
- Amir Satvat, Founder of Amir Satvat’s Games Community
- Sam Carlisle, Co-Founder of XDS Spark
“These conversations are crucial as we collectively reimagine how the AAA ecosystem can thrive,” said Nader Alikhani, VP of Games at Innovecs. “Our goal is to share not just insights — but real frameworks for sustainable growth and creative resilience.”
The event will take place on November 19, 2025, at 9:30 AM PDT / 6:30 PM CET, and will include a live Q&A session. Participation is free and open to all professionals in game development and production.
Register here: innovecsgames.com/online-webinar-future-of-aaa-development/
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Softquo Holding to showcase integrated content strategy for Caribbean market at GAT Expo Santo Domingo
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Softquo Holding, the international technology group driving innovation across the global igaming sector, announced its participation at GAT Expo Santo Domingo 2025 (12th–13th November). The group will present the unified strength of its ecosystem, featuring industry leaders GoldenRace and Spinmatic, at Stand B3, highlighting a complete content and technology strategy for the burgeoning Dominican and Caribbean markets.
Softquo Holding’s focused presence in Santo Domingo acknowledges the region’s rapidly ascending market status. The Dominican Republic is emerging as a crucial igaming hub, bolstered by the imminent regulation of online gaming and a strong commitment to transparency and prevention of money laundering. GAT Expo Santo Domingo represents the essential meeting point for operators seeking secure, scalable and high-performance solutions in this high-potential region.
At Stand B3, Softquo Holding is dedicated to demonstrating how the combined expertise of its brands delivers holistic, integrated solutions for every betting and content vertical:
- GoldenRace: Highlighting the global market’s leading Virtual Sports, including the high-revenue Multiplier feature on horse and dog races and the dedicated LatAm solution, Baseball2Win, designed for unparalleled player engagement.
- Spinmatic: Showcasing a premium portfolio of slots and casino games, engineered for immersive gameplay and deep resonance with Caribbean and global audiences, driving increased Lifetime Value.
- Novusbet: Available for strategic discussions regarding its next-generation sportsbook and omnichannel platform technology, essential for rapid customisation and market entry.
Meet the Softquo Holding team at Stand B3 on 12th and 13th November to discuss how this unified content, platform and technology approach can immediately elevate your strategic growth in the Caribbean and LatAm markets.
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