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Exclusive Q&A with Sandra McWilliams of SIS
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Sandra McWilliams, Sales Director at SIS, talks to European Gaming about the development of their 24/7 Live Betting Channels as SIS looks to drive further progress in 2019
European Gaming: What was the motivation behind your recently released 24/7 Live Betting Channels?
Sandra McWilliams (SM): Consumers are so used to having everything on demand due to recent technological advances – such as streaming a box set on demand, and accessing millions of songs at the click of a button.
An unmistakable market trend is that consumers value being able to access their preferred form of content on their own terms. More specifically, within the betting & gaming market, bettors shouldn’t have to wait for their next engagement opportunity, and now, bettors can access betting on racing opportunities every three minutes, with the launch of our new 24/7 Live Betting Channels.
These 24/7 Live Betting Channels provide bettors with regular betting opportunities throughout the day, across all time zones, at times that suit them. It is important that there is quality content in all time slots to engage bettors around the world.
European Gaming: To what do you attribute this scaling demand?
SM: I think the demand has always been there, it’s just been a question of knowing how to service it effectively. Especially when it comes to serving a global network of partners, which goes to the heart of SIS’s status as a truly worldwide supplier of betting content. Trite as it may sound, content remains king. You’ve just got to understand how best to package it, so that every operator gets something that’s really relevant for them, wherever they are on the map.
European Gaming: Do you think the needs of the bettor have changed?
SM: I expect they haven’t. I think our innate tastes and desires largely stay the same. The difference is the ability to deliver what the customer wants– and that’s a combination of technology, allied to the distribution model. Up until the mid-2000’s it was commonplace for consumers to have to wait each week to watch an episode of their favourite programmes but now with the proliferation of streaming services we can binge watch an entire series on demand. Consumers have wanted the ability to watch their desired programmes at times that suited them but both technology and the distribution models prevented them from doing so, until now. The same is true in the betting industry, bettors have always wanted to see the content they are betting on but it hasn’t always been possible until now.
European Gaming: How are you able to fill the channels with content that cover all hours of the day?
SM: We’ve made a concerted effort to boost our racing portfolio, adding quality live racing from racecourses across the globe. Last month we announced a partnership with Tote Media to distribute live pictures from the Latin American Racing Channel’s (LARC) meetings. The agreement expanded SIS’s Latin American horse racing suite to over 4,500 races per year, with racing from Chile, Argentina, Brazil, and Peru. It also showcases some of the elite racecourses in the region, such as Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo, Hipódromo Chile, Club Hipico Santiago, San Isidro, Monterrico and Gavea. These rights acquisitions follow similar distribution deals with Kranji Racecourse in Singapore, and the Melbourne Racing Club and Thoroughbred Racing South in Australia (in association with RMG) to further bolster a truly international portfolio of premium horse racing.
European Gaming: Explain the format on offer across these live channels?
SM: We can provide these channels as an end-to-end solution to both online and retail operators, featuring live streamed pictures, data, on-screen graphics with betting prompts and an extensive range of markets and prices. These new channels are delivered in a ‘Watch and Bet’ format and provide attractive and profitable short-form content throughout the day, with a betting event every 3 minutes.
To maintain quality events at all hours of the day, it features exclusive, world-class live UK & Irish horse racing, with international horse racing from Dubai, Latin America, Mauritius and South Korea, as well as UK & Irish greyhound racing. In addition, these events are interwoven with market-leading virtual horse and greyhound races to maintain engagement levels.
European Gaming: Do these channels allow for customisation at all?
SM: Absolutely, there’s an option for operators to customise the channels in order to brand them to their specific requirements. This ensures that operators can adjust the product to meet their own individual needs. We can accommodate bespoke partner logos, time zones and languages for commentaries, plus on-screen graphics and betting triggers.
European Gaming: Are there any major operator deals in the works as we start the build up to ICE 2019?
SM: I’m happy to report that we have a number of tier-one operators already lined up to take our 24/7 Live Betting Channels before the end of the year. Naturally, we plan to add to that pipeline between now and ICE in February. As the leading supplier of 24/7 racing, we hope that our stand at ICE will prove the first port of call for operators looking to provide their customers with frequent betting opportunities.
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Racing1 offers up Coldplay Concert Tickets in free-to-play Wagering Competition at its ICE Barcelona stand
Racing1, the new name for the Strategic Alliance between 1/ST CONTENT, ARC, RMG and Tabcorp, is launching a daily a free-to-enter Wagering Competition at its ICE Barcelona stand next week to bookend each day at the must-attend summit with a fun and engaging event whose prize fund includes x6 Coldplay tickets for their upcoming concert in London.
To celebrate the rollout of its much-anticipated Racing1 Markets iFrame, the definitive plug-and-play racing solution for any worldwide operator, all ICE delegates who visit Stand 5E38 are invited to enter this F2P Wagering Competition to secure an opportunity to trade their way into the daily Winner’s Circle.
After simply registering their email address with Racing1 via the new iFrame landing page, all participants will be challenged to make the most profit from a theoretical €100 bank over a half-hour slot of rapid-cycling horse and greyhound races. Each day, prizes are headlined by an exclusive set of tickets to see an upcoming Coldplay concert at Wembley in the summer of 2025 (as guests of Racing1), alongside a range of €100 / €50 Amazon vouchers for the runners-up.
By asking industry professionals to pit their betting wits against one another every day at Stand 5E38 on each afternoon’s races, this competition affords delegates a convenient venue at which to enjoy a drink with their friends and colleagues while the action unfolds, and their respective bank balances rise and fall. A live leaderboard will also be available on the stand to foster deeper engagement in this daily battle for bragging rights.
Play Racing1’s Wagering Competition:
- Register on the day by using Racing1 Markets’ iFrame entry mechanism
- Wagering Competition runs for approx 30 mins daily across 7 horse and greyhound races
- Entries can be made at any time during each day prior to that 30-min racing window
- €100 balance asks player to spin up their balance
- Winner will be the entrant with the most profit after the last race
- Live-leaderboard balances updated in real-time after every race to encourage some healthy competition!
Jack Whitaker, spokesperson for Racing1 and Commercial Manager at ARC, said: “We’re making a big splash at ICE this year, as our flagship Racing1 alliance makes its conference debut alongside its new breakthrough iFrame. Needless to say, we’re keen for as many people as possible to stop by Stand 5E38, say hi and check it out. And this Wagering Competition seems like an ideal way to complement that by creating an engaging game and a relaxed destination at which to unwind and enjoy a bit of racing at the end of each day. After all, it’s usually a hectic step-count day walking the huge halls of the Fira Barcelona Gran Via centre!
“Moreover, it’s just a fun exercise that captures the excitement and enjoyment of what our 24/7 product offers, showcasing live racing as a valuable betting proposition for both existing customers and those who may not have integrated racing before. Get in touch, or simply pop by towards the end of the day to be in with a chance of winning our star prize of a pair of Coldplay tickets every afternoon or, if you’re one of the runners-up, some Amazon vouchers!”
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DATA.BET Reflects on 2024 Milestones, Growth, and Achievements
With the start of the year behind, the company reflects on the key milestones.
Business Development
In 2024, the company experienced significant expansion, reflecting the increasing demand for progressive esports betting solutions. The total volume of bets processed grew by 74.2%, aided by the efficiency and dynamic scalability of the company’s trading team, alongside new collaborations from partners and clients. Otto Bonning, Head of Sales, said: “Our new partnerships with companies such as Altenar, NuBet, Airhead Ventures, and TurboStars have significantly strengthened the portfolio. These collaborations demonstrate our expanding influence and commitment to delivering exceptional solutions in the esports betting industry”. Clients also experienced an improvement in GGR, demonstrating the impact of the solutions on profitability.
The company’s user engagement rates also reflected the sizable uplift seen in 2024, with active users rising by 97.3% and average bet size increasing by 7%. Meanwhile, DATA.BET continued to broaden its presence in key markets, including Canada, Brazil, Finland, and Poland, further strengthening its global reach.
Esports Trading and Content Coverage
DATA.BET focused on strategic growth, enhancing its esports content to offer prosperous and dynamic opportunities for clients and their users.
Making focused improvements in popular markets resulted in growth. “We’ve expanded our offerings by adding 38 new markets, creating more opportunities for bettors and driving engagement,” said Thomas Donson, Head of Trading. “Our event coverage has also grown by 11%, adding over 10,000 events to ensure a more diverse and comprehensive experience. Ensuring 24/7 trading process, DATA.BET offers the highest quality market availability.”
The trust earned through high-quality product features, including the new Scoreboard and Pitch Tracker widgets, as well as the Bet Builder based on official data, all launched in 2024, has been instrumental in enhancing the customers betting experience. Scoreboards deliver detailed statistics, interactive visualizations, and comprehensive insights, helping users make informed decisions while boosting engagement through features like live betting, analysis, and availability for LoL, CS2, Valorant, and Dota 2.
Pitch Tracker, supporting our top tier titles, offers a 2D map as a visual representation with advanced tools for data analysis and in-game tracking, delivering detailed insights that enhance user engagement and decision-making. Additionally, the Bet Builder enables personalized betting by allowing users to combine multiple selections into a single wager, meeting the demand for tailored and dynamic betting experiences.
DATA.BET also broadened the scope of disciplines, adding 6 new games, such as Deadlock, Street Fighter 6, GeoGuessr, Teamfight Tactics, Hearthstone, Apex Legends, complementing client content with distinctive choices that amplified diversity and engagement.
Customer Support & Risk Management
The company provides a seamless customer experience and robust Risk Management, continuing to deliver swift and practical assistance.
With an average response time of up to 5 minutes, the dedicated team remains extremely efficient, addressing client concerns promptly while maintaining the highest quality standards. Between Q2 and Q4, handled around 1,500 client requests and completed more than 150 technical tasks effectively and precisely, ensuring high-quality 24/7 support and maintaining consistent service standards.
This is due to our proprietary trading platform that enables the generation and customization of content – specifically, markets – to align precisely with each partner’s distinctive requirements while accommodating their existing settlement rules. This approach ensures a seamless transition to the solution, eliminating the need for adjustments or reconfiguration after working with a previous data provider.
DATA.BET’s Risk Management team efficiently handled over 1,700 client requests. Over time, the number of requests from long-term clients noticeably decreased. The team’s familiarity with clients’ audiences and operations reduces risks through proactive measures. By identifying patterns early, the team prevents issues, ensures smooth operations, reduces reactive interventions, and builds client trust while improving system efficiency.
In 2024, DATA.BET strengthened its presence in the esports betting industry by showcasing its solutions and engaging with audiences at premier exhibitions, immersing attendees into the vibrant world of esports. Moving into 2025, DATA.BET remains focused on leveraging this momentum to drive further success and prospects for everyone involved in esports betting.
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Major Atlaslive Achievements and Innovations to Share at ICE Barcelona 2025
From January 20 to 22, 2025, Barcelona lights up as the center of iGaming innovation, with Atlaslive leading the charge. Visit us at Stand 4C36 during ICE Barcelona 2025 to immerse yourself in a world where fresh ideas, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships come together to craft the future of the industry.
This year, we’re excited to share our latest achievements and updates. Atlaslive will be represented by our forward-thinking C-level executives and an energetic sales team, eager to demonstrate how our responsive and adaptive technology helps businesses excel and lead in the iGaming sector. Our solutions are designed to foster growth, spur innovation, and command market leadership, all customized to adapt to the industry’s evolving demands.
At ICE Barcelona, we’re set to reveal thrilling product enhancements, extend our global reach, and announce groundbreaking partnerships that will mark the beginning of a new chapter in iGaming. Expect exclusive news and bold moves as we aim to redefine industry standards.
This is a unique opportunity to witness leadership in action and explore the future of iGaming. Book a meeting today and connect in Barcelona with the Atlaslive team.
Atlaslive continues strengthening its position as a leader in iGaming innovation, with expanded analytical capabilities that now include a comprehensive database of essential market metrics. These insights have been instrumental in fine-tuning the platform and services to deliver greater efficiency and unmatched market adaptability.
The company is happy to announce its nomination for the prestigious Global Gaming Awards EMEA 2025 in the “Breakthrough Company of the Year” category. This nomination is a testament to the relentless progress and commitment propelling our B2B iGaming platform, gaining recognition and esteem from our industry peers.
We’ve also reached another significant milestone by securing ISO and IGL Certifications, emphasizing the platform’s dependability and the confidence it instills within the iGaming community. These achievements signify a new era in redefining excellence standards in the industry.
Lidiia Vakulenko shares, “ICE Barcelona takes the spotlight as the top industry gathering — a must for anyone passionate about the industry. The achievements showcased this year are a testament to the strong partnerships, valued clients, and meaningful connections that have been built over time. It’s also the enduring devotion to innovation and the teams’ dedication that make the exceptional software from Atlaslive a reality.
The event is an exciting opportunity to reconnect with industry leaders and build new relationships while presenting a bold vision and unveiling groundbreaking plans for the next year. See you at ICE!”
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the innovations driving the development of iGaming — visit Atlaslive at Stand 4C36, book a meeting in advance via https://atlaslive.tech/events, and lead with Leave Tech.
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