Sands China has completed a series of activities in support of the Macau government’s Responsible Gambling Promotions 2020, including the promotion of responsible gambling behaviour among staff and further raising their awareness of problem gambling.

The campaign, which ran from August through December, was organised by the MSAR Social Welfare Bureau, the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) and the University of Macau’s Institute for the Study of Commercial Gaming.

Sands China’s initiatives included holding two responsible gaming workshops for its staff, the first promoting better communication between staff members and their children with a focus on self-control and financial management skills, while the second aimed to provide a better understanding of gambling disorders and how staff can seek help for themselves or others.

There were also a series of roadshows held at Sands China properties to further increase awareness of responsible gaming for staff.

“Sands China understands the importance of responsible gaming to the well-being of the Macau community, and it is our pleasure to support the Macau government’s Responsible Gambling Promotions 2020. Through various in-house initiatives and those with local organisations, we are pleased to again see our team members supporting the company’s corporate social responsibility efforts and the Macau government’s annual responsible gaming awareness promotion,” Wilfred Wong, President of Sands China, said.

Novibet has today announced it has partnered with AllSported, the expert horseracing trading solution, across its website and mobile app. The deal sees AllSported deliver a full pricing and risk-managed service to the new UK entrant.

The deal also sees Novibet avail of Racing Post content, elevating their offering to provide customers with Spotlight comments, form and verdicts from Racing Post experts. The industry-leading content is used across all major bookmakers in Britain and Ireland.

AllSported’s independent pricing enables Novibet to not only extend their pricing window but also trade their own price right up to the off. With this comes AllSported’s expert customer profiling to give the firm better insights into their players. The AllSported API, built on the latest push technology, eliminates price latency and gives Novibet the opportunity to lead in what has become a generic follower-driven market.

AllSported, launched towards the end of 2019, is the best-in-class trading solution that gives bookmakers made-to-measure racing odds delivered with streamlined integration. The company is formed by a strategic partnership of Racing Post combined with market leaders TXODDS and Banach Technologies.

Discussing the new partnership, Head of Trading Partnerships at AllSported, Alan Casey said:

‘We’re really excited to partner with Novibet. They’re a very progressive company making huge strides and we look forward to helping them gain a foothold in the UK marketplace. Towards the back end of last year they were sweeping awards across the board at SBC and EGR so we’re delighted they’ve chosen to partner with AllSported. We’re incredibly confident that combining AllSported, Racing Post content and the award-winning Novibet platform we will be able to deliver the best Racing product out there.’

Discussing the partnership Novibet Business Development Manager, Dimitris Argyriou mentioned the value of expert betting content alongside the leading risk-managed technology as key to going with AllSported.

“We are delighted to announce – after a long selection process – AllSported as our official horseracing trading partner. We are excited that AllSported and Racing Post will help us to increase our presence in the UK and I strongly believe this partnership is a huge step in the right direction.

He continued: ‘’Our promise to deliver unique content paired with one of a kind odds will be kept by adding AllSported’s horseracing expertise and experience to our arsenal and increasing our portfolio with international racing. We’re incredibly confident that the final result will be best in class, creating the optimal, go-to alternative for racing betting.”

Leading esports organisation Fnatic, today announced a multi-year partnership with Jack Link’s, a global leader in branded protein snacking and the world’s largest meat snacks manufacturer.

After a successful activation in 2019, Fnatic and Jack Link’s EMEA have teamed up again to enable gamers across Europe to power through their grind without compromising taste or nutrition. By having access to Fnatic’s massive network of fans and players, this partnership will allow Jack Link’s to expand its reach across EMEA and establish the brand as the primary protein snack for gamers.

Fnatic and Jack Link’s will work together to give gamers, whether beginners or competing on the world stage, the tools they need to achieve their personal goals. From providing plenty of the high protein Jack Link’s products, through to the development of content, in-game activations, online and physical tools as well as story-telling from the pros, every aspect of this partnership will be centred around enabling gamers to power through their grind.

Selecting Jack Link’s as Fnatic’s first global snack partner represents the company’s continued commitment to maximising and enhancing esports performance, while prioritising the health and wellbeing of its players. The Jack Link’s logo will be featured across the right sleeve of all Fnatic team jerseys immediately, and across the right sleeve of the retail jersey from May.

“In fast-paced online competition, gamers need a consumable respite that gives them the energy to get through their grind,” said Neil Walker, Partnerships Manager at Fnatic. “At Fnatic, we have a performance-first philosophy to ensure gamers are always playing at their best. All of Jack Link’s snacks are made with 100% beef, are high in protein and have less than 80 kcal per serving.”

Gamers have a reputation for snacking on sugary, greasy food that lacked nutrition which often results in an adverse impact on their performance. This collaboration unlocks gamers’ full potential by providing them with the quality, protein-rich fuel needed to power through intense gaming sessions, and play to their maximum potential.

“When it comes to nutrition, we are actively encouraging our players to eat in a way that will improve their performance in competitive games,” said Jens Hofer, Performance Director at Fnatic. “Providing them with snacks is extremely important, especially considering how long and intense gaming can be. A high protein, no-nonsense type of snack like Jack Link’s is the best option for us.”

Jan Pieter Schretlen, Managing Director Jack Link’s EMEA, said that snacking while gaming is an exciting area for the brand. “Our products are the perfect snack, no matter if at home or on the go, at work or during leisure time activities such as gaming. Beef Jerky is a natural source of protein, giving lasting energy and hence supports endurance.” He continued in saying, “we want to be a true partner, supporting gamers on all levels and building relationships both in competitive as well as amateur gaming.”