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BookMaker.eu Announces Launch of First-Ever Live Betting Products As U.S. Enters Era of Legalized Sports Betting
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Premiere Online Sportsbook Releases First-to-Market Continuous Live Betting and Play-By-Play Betting Platform for NFL Football, College Football and Other Majors Sports (NBA, MLB, NHL)
BookMaker.eu, one of the world’s premiere online sportsbooks, announced the launch of a new live wagering platform, which features a first-to-market continuous live odds platform and play-by-play sports betting product. Now, for the first time ever, sports bettors are not only able to make wagers on a game as the live action unfolds, but also make wagers on the outcomes of the play-by-play action.
“Today’s sports bettors are no longer content to just sit and wait for the game to finish before their bets are graded,” said Christian VanderLaan, Vice President of Live Betting Operations at BookMaker.eu. “And the major limitation of other live betting products presently available across the industry is that they still require a break in the action for game odds to be updated, and then, made available to bettors. Our new continuous live betting platform updates the odds as the game is live so bettors no longer have to wait for breaks in the action to make wagers on the game. Sports bettors in the 21st century want betting action that goes hand-in-hand with the game action, and our first-to-market, play-by-play product provides a new level of engagement for our users and sets a new industry standard for live sport betting on U.S. sports.”
After extensive beta testing during the 2017 season, BookMaker.eu’s live betting platform is now available and fully operational for the start of the 2018 college and NFL football season, with the play-by-play betting product available during NFL primetime games – Thursday Night Football, Sunday Night Football and Monday Night Football, specifically, as well as play-by-play (at-bat) outcomes of select MLB games this fall. Continuously updated odds on spreads, totals and moneylines are available throughout each game. The play-by-play betting product for football includes the outcome of offensive drives, such as touchdown, field goal, no score, the outcome of the next play, such as run for gain, pass for gain, and the outcome of official reviews of contested plays, such as whether the play stands as called or if the call will be reversed by officials. BookMaker.eu has created custom proprietary software and predictive algorithms which produce the betting lines in real-time. Wagers on the BookMaker.eu live betting platform are graded within seconds of the outcome, and bettors’ accounts are credited instantly.
BookMaker.eu’s live betting platform will continuously update its odds on spreads, totals and moneylines in real-time for NFL, college football, NBA, MLB and NHL games, with single bet limits reaching as high as $20,000 for regular bettors or higher for professional bettors. Play-by-play betting limits will vary based on specific bettor’s limits and game circumstances.
Over the course of the last decade, there has been a significant shift in the sportsbook industry from pre-game betting to live in-progress betting, spurred by technological advances, social media and streaming technology, and market demand. BookMaker.eu is the first sportsbook, US or international, to launch both a truly continuous live betting platform and play-by-play betting product for US sports.
ABOUT BOOKMAKER.EU:
BookMaker.eu is one of the leading online sportsbooks internationally and is widely recognized by experienced bettors from Las Vegas and around the world as “Where The Line Originates”. Since 1996, BookMaker.eu has earned its reputation as one of the only sportsbooks to welcome sharp and professional betting action by never kicking out winners and always paying customers. BookMaker.eu is known to sportsbook directors worldwide as one of the principle market movers in the international sports betting industry, and BookMaker.eu odds are commonly relied on by land-based sportsbooks in the United States, Europe, Australia and Asia before they post their opening odds on U.S. sporting events. BookMaker.eu is based in San Jose, Costa Rica, where online international sports betting is fully legalized; bettors are advised to know the legal status of placing sports wagers from computers in their local jurisdiction. For more information, please BookMaker.eu or contact [email protected]
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From ‘Mummyverse’ to Crash Games: Belatra Reviews a Landmark 2025
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Why this matters: Belatra has been a steady hand in the slots world for a long time, but 2025 marked a distinct shift in strategy. By entering the Crash vertical with Goose Boom Bang and winning big at SiGMA Africa, the studio is clearly pivoting to capture the high-growth, high-frequency players in emerging markets. They are no longer just a “classic slots” developer; they are diversifying the portfolio to ensure relevance in regions like LatAm and Africa.
The Full Story
Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, has issued a strategic review of its 2025 operations, celebrating a 12-month period defined by entry into new game verticals, significant franchise expansion, and high-profile industry recognition.
The year was characterized by a dual strategy: deepening engagement in established markets while aggressively expanding its content portfolio to suit local preferences in emerging territories.
Portfolio Evolution: Crash and Battles 2025 saw Belatra move beyond its traditional slot roots. The company made its debut in the high-demand Crash game vertical with the launch of Goose Boom Bang, a title designed to tap into the fast-paced gameplay preference of younger demographics.
Additionally, the studio introduced a fresh game concept with the launch of Battles, a new format unveiled for the first time in 2025, with further development planned for 2026.
The ‘Mummyverse’ Expands For fans of classic slots, the highlight of the year was the aggressive expansion of the Mummyverse. Belatra nearly doubled the size of this franchise over the year, making it the most extensive game universe in their entire catalog.
The developer also focused on B2B localization, releasing a number of exclusive bespoke games created specifically for selected operator partners to meet specific local market tastes.
Awards and Recognition The company’s strategic shifts were validated by industry accolades. Belatra secured over 30 nominations throughout the year, with standout wins including:
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Best Slot Provider (awarded by BitStarz).
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Most Played Game of 2025 for Make It Gold at the SiGMA Africa Awards.
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Player’s Pick Award.
Management Commentary Misha Voinich, Head of Business Development at Belatra, commented on the studio’s momentum:
“This year has truly defined who we are as a studio – ambitious, creative and focused on building long-term partnerships. We’ve expanded our universes, launched new ones and entered exciting new markets that will all help us carry this momentum into the New Year.”
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‘Chaos and Soul’: Ebaka Games Plots Global Expansion After Viral Launch
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Why this matters: The “Instant Game” vertical (Crash, Plinko, Mines) is becoming crowded, but Ebaka Games is cutting through the noise with a distinct brand personality. By securing BMM Testlabs certification so quickly after launch, they are signaling to Tier 1 operators that despite their “chaotic” marketing vibe, the math underneath is solid and compliant. The backing of industry veteran Dmitry Belianin also adds immediate commercial credibility to the startup.
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Ebaka Games, the fledgling studio that promises to bring “chaos and soul” to the iGaming sector, has outlined an aggressive growth strategy for 2026 following a landmark launch period in late 2025.
The studio, which officially debuted in November, reports that its initial rollout reached more than five million people worldwide. The launch saw its portfolio go live with the operator Menace, serving as the initial testbed for its mechanics and “Ebaka modes.”
The Product: Instant Games with Personality Ebaka is bypassing traditional slots to focus on the high-growth vertical of fast-paced, instant-win games. Their initial lineup includes:
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Plinko
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Mines
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Tower
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Limbo
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Crash
Differentiation is achieved through unique mascots and signature gameplay tweaks designed to offer high win potential and distinct visual identities, moving away from the generic interfaces often found in this genre.
Regulatory Milestone Crucially for its 2026 roadmap, Ebaka Games has confirmed it has secured certification from BMM Testlabs. This accreditation validates the fairness and integrity of its RNG (Random Number Generator) and game engines, removing a major barrier to entry for regulated markets. With this certification in hand, the studio plans to launch with a number of “major brands” in the coming year.
Management Commentary Vitalii Zalievskyi, CEO of Ebaka Games, commented on the studio’s unorthodox approach:
“It’s only been a few weeks since we first introduced Ebaka Games to the world. The feedback has been breathtaking, and it vindicates the decision for us to take a different path to the rest of the industry. You don’t need huge marketing budgets to grab people’s attention if you are building something truly innovative.”
Industry Backing The studio describes itself as being “created by players for players” but boasts significant industry firepower in its corner. The team includes Dmitry Belianin, a well-known figure in the sector who is the co-founder of Blask and Menace, as well as Managing Partner at Already Media.
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Racing Meets Nightlife: SBK Backs ARC’s New ‘Friday Night Live’ Series
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Why this matters: British racing has a well-documented demographic problem; its core audience is aging. “Friday Night Live” is a direct attempt to fix this by blending high-stakes racing with the “experience economy” (DJs, nightlife vibes) that appeals to Gen Z and Millennials. Bringing SBK on board—a mobile-first, app-only sportsbook—is a perfect demographic fit, while the Racing Post adds the necessary credibility to ensure the actual racing product remains the focus.
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Arena Racing Company (ARC) has unveiled the strategic commercial lineup for its upcoming Friday Night Live series, confirming SBK as the Exclusive Betting Partner and The Racing Post as the Official Media Partner.
Set to launch in January 2026, Friday Night Live is a new initiative created in collaboration with youth-focused events company INVADES. The series is designed to overhaul the traditional race day experience, featuring fast-paced fixtures under floodlights, DJ sets, and significant entertainment elements sandwiched between races.
The Commercial Deal
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SBK: As the exclusive betting partner, the Smarkets-owned sportsbook will take naming rights and on-course branding for all 35 races. Crucially, these races will be broadcast live on mainstream television via ITV Racing as well as Sky Sports Research.
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The Racing Post: As the Official Media Partner, the publication will provide content, coverage, and promotion across its digital platforms, aiming to bridge the gap between established racing purists and the new audience ARC hopes to attract.
A High-Stakes Experiment The series is not just a marketing exercise; it carries serious sporting weight. Each of the five scheduled nights will feature over £200,000 in prize money. The fixtures will rotate across three of ARC’s all-weather tracks: Wolverhampton, Newcastle, and Southwell.
Management Commentary David Leyden Dunbar, Group Director of Commercial Strategy at ARC, was clear about the target audience:
“We have been very clear that one of the aims of Friday Night Live is to engage the next generation of racing fans… Both [partners] have shown real enthusiasm to work with us… as well as using the platform that these fixtures will offer them to also engage with more established racing and sports fans.”
Adam Baylis, Marketing Director at SBK, added:
“Friday Night Live [is] a fresh and engaging concept that brings a new energy to British racing. SBK has always been built around sport… our focus is on enhancing the live race day experience in a fun, social and responsible way.”
The 2026 Schedule The series kicks off immediately in the new year:
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9th Jan: Wolverhampton
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6th Feb: Newcastle
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20th Feb: Southwell
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20th March: Wolverhampton
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27th March: Newcastle
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