Latest News
Buzz Bingo and Playtech launch groundbreaking platform
Reading Time: 4 minutes
Leading gambling technology specialist Playtech has partnered with Buzz Bingo to deliver a ground-breaking content delivery and CRM solution across both Bingo and Casino, integrating their award-winning IMS player management platform.
Playtech has collaborated closely with Buzz Bingo since the brand’s high-profile launch earlier this year, offering players a range of Bingo variants and a wide selection of Playtech Casino content. Backed by the industry-leading IMS platform, the solution includes a comprehensive CRM toolset, with Playtech’s new Engagement 360 platform giving Buzz Bingo the power to design and fully optimise end-to-end player journeys.
Additionally, integration with the Playtech Open Platform (POP) gives Buzz Bingo access to an exceptional range of original and third-party game content. With several major content providers on board from day one and many others launching soon, Buzz Bingo players can choose from one of the industry’s widest selections of Bingo variants and Casino slot games.
The next stage of the project is the synchronisation of Buzz Bingo’s retail and online offerings to create a true omni-channel experience, including a full retail player account base migration to IMS. The move will allow players to use their retail accounts to play online, and vice versa, using a single wallet for all channels, whilst also creating a single customer management and CRM activity view for Buzz Bingo.
Shimon Akad, Chief Operating Officer at Playtech, comments: ‘The launch of the Buzz Bingo platform is the most ambitious project our team has delivered to date. A huge amount of work has gone into delivering a comprehensive ‘day one’ experience, including a rich third-party games offering, from both a Bingo and Casino perspective. With further technical enhancements to come and with a series of major third-party content providers already on board, we’re confident that this is the beginning of a long and fruitful relationship with Buzz Bingo’.
Chris Matthews, CEO at Buzz Bingo, adds: ‘It’s fantastic to see all the amazing work that has gone into this project come to fruition. Our collaboration with Playtech allows us to offer one of the widest selections of Bingo games and slots in the market, as well as delivering an enhanced player journey across our physical venues and online.
‘Delivering and implementing the new platform has been a major undertaking, but the commitment and professionalism of the Playtech team has made it a smooth experience – and we’re delighted with the results. The wider Buzz Bingo team and I are looking forward to continuing to work with Playtech as we take the platform to the next stage’.
Find out more about Buzz Bingo at www.buzzbingo.co
About Playtech:
Founded in 1999 and premium listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange, Playtech is a technology leader in the gambling and financial trading industries.
Playtech is the gambling industry’s leading technology company, delivering business intelligence-driven gambling software, services, content and platform technology across the industry’s most popular product verticals, including casino, live casino, sports betting, virtual sports, bingo and poker. It is the pioneer of omni-channel gambling technology through its integrated platform technology, Playtech ONE. Playtech ONE delivers data-driven marketing expertise, single wallet functionality, CRM and responsible gambling solutions across one single platform across product verticals and across retail and online.
Playtech’s partners with and invests in the leading brands in regulated and newly regulated markets to deliver its data-driven gambling technology across the retail and online value chain. Playtech provides its technology on a B2B basis to the industry’s leading retail and online operators, land-based casino groups and government sponsored entities such as lotteries. As of June 2018, through the acquisition of Snaitech, Playtech directly owns and operates the leading sports betting and gaming brand in online and retail in Italy, Snai. Snaitech operates a B2B2C model as a service provider, allowing franchisees to utilise the Playtech technology stack in in the retail environment while operating the leading brand, Snai, directly online as a B2C business.
Playtech’s Financials Division, named TradeTech Group, is a technology leader in the CFD and financial trading industry and operates both on a B2C and B2B basis.
Playtech has in total c.5,800 employees across 17 countries and is headquartered in the Isle of Man.
About Buzz Bingo:
Buzz Bingo is the largest retail bingo operator in Britain and launched buzzbingo.com in September 2018. Backed by Caledonia Investments plc, Buzz Bingo runs its clubs and website from its Nottingham and London headquarters.
From brand name research through to market intelligence and the best way to build online communities, Buzz Bingo was developed with customer needs guiding every decision made. This approach has resulted in new, exciting, accessible ways for customers of all ages to play and engage with each other both on and offline.
Buzz Bingo’s community is home to over 1.1 million active club members and every week, 103 clubs welcome 200,000 players through their doors.
buzzbingo.com is an omni-channel platform delivering gaming and player engagement capabilities on mobile, tablet, desktop and on Touchpads in all clubs. There are no wagering requirements at buzzbingo.com so players can withdraw their winnings instantly.
Buzz Bingo began a rebrand from Gala Leisure Ltd in May 2018 following the sale of Ladbrokes Coral Group Plc’s retail clubs to Caledonia Investments plc in December 2015. Since then 103 clubs have been rebranded, including 98 in September alone. 19 remaining clubs will reopen in February 2019 under the new name, completing the rebrand.
Galabingo.com and its associated Gala Bingo online brands remains the property of GVC Holdings PLC.
Source: Latest News on European Gaming Media Network

Latest News
N1 Partners Made Waves at SBC Summit 2025 with new Award, Surf Trip Giveaway and Partner Highlights
Reading Time: 2 minutes
N1 Partners once again proved its strength in the industry at the SBC Summit 2025 in Lisbon, held from September 16 to 18. With its Surf on the Wave to Success concept, the company brought a surf-inspired atmosphere to the event and returned home with a prestigious recognition.
At the Affiliate Leaders Awards 2025, N1 Partners was named Best Affiliate Program (Silver) — the first standalone ceremony dedicated to the affiliate industry.
“This nomination is a recognition of our focus on more than just numbers – it’s about building a strong community, growing brand awareness, and creating bold campaigns that inspire. At N1 Partners, we believe that trust, transparency, and creativity are what set us apart, and being ranked among the Best Affiliate Programs proves that this approach truly delivers value for our partners and the industry as a whole,” — commented Alexa Bond, Head of Affiliates at N1 Partners.
Riding the Wave of Business Success
Over three days in Lisbon, N1 Partners achieved the following:
- 300+ meetings with current and new affiliates
- Hundreds of Surf on the Wave to Success merch packs delivered to partners
- Strategic discussions on ongoing campaigns, including the year-long N1 Puzzle Promo running until the end of 2025
“Lisbon gave us the chance to meet with our top partners, strengthen relationships, and exchange insights on offers and analytics that drive efficiency. We also focused on strategies for the N1 Puzzle Promo — a campaign that continues until the end of the year and culminates with the grand prize of a Robinson R22 Beta II helicopter. These conversations are exactly what keeps our partnerships growing stronger,” — added Alexa Bond.
Surf Trip Dreams Come True
At the booth, the company organized a raffle for an all-inclusive surf camp trip, which included flights, villa accommodation, professional coaching, and a custom surfboard. More than 100 guests of the N1 Partners booth participated, and one lucky winner received the prize.
“I love winning. And when I saw the giveaway, I knew I had to be there. The idea of ‘Surfing On the Waves to Success’ really resonates with me. I believe that success is not just luck, but alignment — the inner and outer work that underpins true achievement.” — shared the winner.
Making Waves in Media and Community
The N1 Partners booth remained vibrant throughout the summit. The company speakers joined over 10 interviews and live media sessions with leading affiliate outlets and iGaming brands. The N1 Partners team also attended/visited the SBC Legends Charity Game, supporting the initiative that aligns with the brand’s values and sharing in the positive spirit of the event.
Next Stop: Rome — All Roads Lead to SiGMA
SBC Summit 2025 offered three days of networking, achievements, and new opportunities. The next stop for N1 Partners will be SiGMA Central Europe 2025 in Rome, embracing the concept that all roads lead to Rome. This event will also be one of the decisive stages in the ongoing race for the helicopter in the N1 Puzzle Promo.
Join N1 Partners
N1 Partners is a multi-brand affiliate program and direct advertiser, uniting 14+ casino and betting brands. With a strong presence in 10+ Tier-1 GEOs, a portfolio of 12 active brands reaching Reg2Dep rates of up to 70%, and a trusted network of 10,000+ affiliates worldwide, the company delivers competitive deals for top partners — CPA up to €650 and RevShare up to 45% — to ensure partners always ride the wave of success.
Be number one with N1!
The post N1 Partners Made Waves at SBC Summit 2025 with new Award, Surf Trip Giveaway and Partner Highlights appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Latest News
FROM PIXELS TO POLICY – THE ULTIMATE SHOWCASE OF EUROPE’S VIDEO GAMES SECTOR
Reading Time: < 1 minute
Today, Video Games Europe is proud to launch the ‘Pixels to Policy’ campaign – a comprehensive showcase of the economy, the jobs, the games, and the vast consumer choices provided by Europe’s creative and digital trailblazing video game sector.
The campaign strives to explain the industry to people who aren’t familiar with video games – and to ensure that policymakers around Europe are well-informed about an industry that creates a pastime enjoyed by 54% of Europe’s population, employs 116,419 skilled workers and has a revenue of 26.8 bn Euros.
Video Games Europe’s CEO, Simon Little, said: “It can be difficult to explain the multi-faceted nature of video games and the sector as a whole – especially to people who may not have picked up a pad, or turned on a PC or console to experience the many joys and benefits of video game play. We hope that this campaign will enlighten, inform and inspire.”
The campaign will explain:
- the industry makeup and how games are made.
- what PEGI is and how it strives to protect those who play online.
- the many business models and why they have been created.
- the huge consumer choice available, may it be genres of games, platforms to play them on, free or paid games, games for an older audience or for all ages, in-game activities, single or multi-player games, and much more.
The post FROM PIXELS TO POLICY – THE ULTIMATE SHOWCASE OF EUROPE’S VIDEO GAMES SECTOR appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Latest News
Boomerang Partners’ highlights from SBC Summit 2025 – two SBC awards, Golden Boomerang League, raffle of sports memorabilia, and unique booth performances
Reading Time: 4 minutes
Boomerang Partners participated in the SBC Summit Lisbon from September 16th to 18th, one of the main events in the iGaming and online betting industry. The event was attended by over 30,000 delegates, with over 1,500 visiting Boomerang Partners at Booth F1. It became a focal point for exhibition visitors, thanks to interactive activations, unique performances by artists, and a raffle featuring authentic memorabilia from sports legends.
Unique booth concept and theatrical performances
The SBC Summit marked a significant milestone for Boomerang Partners. The company presented its client portfolio of brands and competitive advantages. Over the three days of the event, over 210 business meetings were held at its booth, and 15 partnership agreements were signed. The booth was decorated in accordance with the ‘Boomerang Arena’ concept, showcasing Boomerang’s commitment to sports, innovation, and development. It featured three unprecedented live performances by professional artists, which attracted the attention of hundreds of Summit participants. These unique performances have all the potential to become a new trend in the industry.
Online raffle of sports memorabilia
One of the key elements of the Boomerang Partners booth decoration was the photo zone with a memorabilia gallery of sports items that belonged to star athletes. On September 17th, an online raffle was held, where participants could win an item previously owned by legends Rafael Nadal, Cristiano Ronaldo, Tyson Fury, and Fernando Alonso. 86 people participated in the raffle by following the entry requirements. On September 16th or 17th (before 4:00 PM), they took a photo of the booth’s photo zone and posted it on their Instagram stories or LinkedIn, tagging the Boomerang Partners account. The winner was selected via random draw using certified tools and announced at the booth and on Boomerang’s social media. He chose Cristiano Ronaldo Framed Football as the prize.
Awards and recognition
For the second year in a row, Boomerang-Bet, a product from Boomerang Partners’ client portfolio, has won the prestigious ‘Rising Star in Sports Betting’ (Operator) award. The SBC awards jury’s recognition duly appreciates the brand’s advantages.
The jury at the SBC Awards also recognized Boomerang Partners’ well-thought-out strategy for developing its presence on social media. The company received the ‘Social Media Campaign of the Year’ award for the success of its two YouTube channels. At the beginning of 2025, each channel surpassed 100,000 subscribers and was awarded the YouTube Silver Play Button. Nine months prior, videos on both channels had garnered over 200 million views.
Additionally, Darina Sharban, Boomerang Partners affiliate team lead, took the Silver Place in the ‘Affiliate marketing manager of the year’ nomination.
Golden Boomerang League
Also, at the SBC Summit, attendees visiting the Boomerang Partners booth learned more about the new sports traffic tournament, Golden Boomerang League, and registered as participants. The tournament runs until October 31st and offers participants a chance to compete for direct entry to the Golden Boomerang Awards 2026 and a 2x AC Milan Experience, including flights, accommodation, and AC Milan home match access. To qualify for the prize draw, affiliates must generate 20+ sports FTDs on brands from Boomerang’s portfolio.
Anton Eshtokin, Chief Marketing Officer of Boomerang Partners, commented: “We are pleased with Boomerang Partners’ participation in the SBC Summit Lisbon. The ‘Boomerang Arena’ concept of our booth, the unique performances by artists, and the raffle of memorabilia from sports legends garnered significant attention. The booth visitors showed a keen interest in the brands from our client portfolio and the opportunities for collaboration. We are thrilled to win two prestigious SBC awards. This means we are moving in the right direction, and the industry recognizes it. We will continue to progress.”
The SBC Summit was an opportunity for Boomerang Partners to once again demonstrate their status as a leader in sports affiliate marketing. The company was one of the leading newsmakers of the event and set a new trend in the industry by combining marketing and art with performances from professional dancers.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global brand offering a wide range of services. Boomerang is the Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards — a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. Boomerang launched six new products in 2024, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.
Boomerang’s client portfolio contains 13 brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
The post Boomerang Partners’ highlights from SBC Summit 2025 – two SBC awards, Golden Boomerang League, raffle of sports memorabilia, and unique booth performances appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
-
Latest News3 months ago
Brand-new projects debuting at iGB L!VE: Casino&You and Win&You Partners!
-
Latest News2 months ago
Light & Wonder to Participate in the 2025 Australasian Gaming Expo
-
Latest News1 month ago
ReferOn Shortlisted for Acquisition & Retention Partner of the Year at SBC Lisbon 2025
-
Latest News2 months ago
Gavin Hamilton Joins Sports & Wellbeing Analytics as Chairman to Accelerate Global Expansion
-
Latest News2 months ago
2025 PUBG MOBILE WORLD CUP KICKS OFF WITH GROUP DRAW AHEAD OF ESPORTS WORLD CUP
-
Latest News3 months ago
HIPTHER Community Voices: Interview with the CEO and co-founder of Nordcurrent Victoria Trofimova
-
Latest News2 months ago
CEO of MEDIA24 Interviewed: Industry Scams, Business Insights and SEO
-
Latest News2 months ago
HIPTHER Community Voices: Interview with CEO of Media 24 Martins Lasmanis
You must be logged in to post a comment Login