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CARSTEN KOERL, CEO & FOUNDER OF SPORTRADAR, NAMED EY ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
Sportradar’s CEO and Founder, Carsten Koerl has been named EY Entrepreneur Of The YearTM 2022 in Switzerland. The EY Entrepreneur Of The YearTM is highly respected across the globe as an award, as a program, and, even more importantly, as a mindset. Since 1986, the auditing and consulting firm EY has been committed to the unique Entrepreneur Of The YearTM program which recognizes the achievements of exceptional entrepreneurs. An independent panel of judges selected Mr. Koerl based on his entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth, and impact, among other core competencies and attributes.
Sportradar is the leading global sports technology company with a strategy that is focused on innovation and long-term value creation. Mr. Koerl has led Sportradar’s business since its founding in 2001, driving the profitable growth of the company from a start-up to a global leader in sports data and technology. Today it serves more than 1,700 clients in over 120 countries, employs over 3,500 employees and is publicly listed on NASDAQ. Mr. Koerl remains fully invested in fueling the continued growth of Sportradar. He is supported by an experienced, customer-centric leadership team, which enables the company to rapidly develop new products and move quickly to capture growth opportunities. Sportradar’s investors include CPP Investments and TCV, as well as leaders in the sports industry such as Michael Jordan, Ted Leonsis, Todd Boehly, and Mark Cuban.
“I am incredibly honored to win this prestigious award,” said Mr. Koerl. “I celebrate this accomplishment with the entire team. I am proud that we are recognized for the impact that our innovative and visionary technology products have on the sports ecosystem. But we are just at the beginning of our journey as the sports, media and betting industries converge with Sportradar at the center of this massive market.”
With the EY Entrepreneur Of The YearTM Award 2022, the auditing and consulting firm EY has decorated innovative Swiss entrepreneurs for the 25th time in Switzerland. A ten-member jury was responsible for the judging of the finalists in four categories. Koerl won the award in the category “Service & Commerce”.
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Play’n GO invites players to traverse a realm shaped by sin and consequence in Divina Commedia I Nove Cerchi, a slot rooted in Dante Alighieri’s legendary Divine Comedy.
The game opens in shadow. Dante stands at the edge of the inferno, blocked by monstrous figures – embodiments of human vice. But salvation appears in the form of Virgil, a poet from antiquity, sent to lead him through the Nine Circles of Hell. This slot doesn’t just reference a classic; it captures its essence. Players follow Dante deeper into the abyss, through torment and trial, with each spin echoing a step through divine judgement.
The narrative structure drives the game. Lucifer watches from above, Souls flicker across the reels, and Lanterns illuminate the path below. As Dante descends, so too do players – not aimlessly, but with a guide, a goal, and a chance to witness redemption emerge from ruin.
Visually, the slot is an infernal tapestry. From scorched gates to flickering flames and horned demons, every frame is steeped in lore. Rather than lean on familiar mechanics, the game’s features serve the story – Souls that evolve, Lanterns that unlock progress, and a climactic Hold & Win moment that pits players against the Prince of Darkness himself.
Those who’ve explored mythic worlds in titles like House of Doom or Gates of Troy will recognise the depth of storytelling here – though Divina Commedia I Nove Cerchi carves its own path through the fire.
Magnus Wallentin, Games Ambassador at Play’n GO, said: “We’ve taken one of literature’s most iconic texts and given it new life on the reels. This is a narrative-first experience where every symbol, scene and feature plays into the descent.”
Divina Commedia I Nove Cerchi offers more than gameplay – it offers a reckoning.
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Kambi Group plc (“Kambi”), the home of premium sports betting solutions, has signed a multi-year agreement with Holland Gaming Technology Ltd to provide its full Turnkey Sportsbook solution to the operator in the Netherlands.
As part of the agreement, Holland Gaming Technology via its Holland Power Gaming subsidiary will gain access to Kambi’s revenue-driving sportsbook solution, combining advanced trading capabilities, a powerful open platform and award-winning Bet Builder product to deliver an engaging sports betting experience for its players. The solution also includes a range of player engagement features and operator control tools designed to help partners differentiate and scale effectively.
The partnership follows Holland Gaming Technology’s successful sports betting licensure from the Dutch regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), and represents a significant step forward in the company’s growth strategy. Already a recognised name in the Dutch online casino space, Holland Gaming Technology will now extend its offering to include sports betting for the first time, powered by Kambi’s world-leading end-to-end sportsbook.
Werner Becher, CEO of Kambi, said: “We’re excited to partner with Holland Gaming Technology as they expand into sports betting for the first time. Their strong marketing and deep industry expertise make them an ideal fit for our Turnkey Sportsbook solution and, together, we look forward to delivering a high-performance product tailored to the Dutch market.”
Eddy Hultermans, director of Holland Gaming Technology Ltd, added: “Launching a sportsbook is a natural evolution for the business, and partnering with Kambi gives us the confidence to do so with a best-in-class product. Our team brings decades of experience in gaming, and with Kambi’s technology and support, we’re ready to deliver a compelling and engaging sports betting experience for our growing customer base.”
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