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Opera buys owner of GameMaker and starts a Gaming division

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Opera, the browser developer and consumer internet brand, announced its acquisition of YoYo Games, creator of the world’s leading 2D game engine, GameMaker Studio 2, for approximately $10 million. The tuck-in acquisition represents the second building block in the foundation of Opera Gaming, a new division within Opera with global ambitions and follows the creation and rapid growth of Opera’s innovative Opera GX browser, the world’s first browser built specifically for gamers.

Krystian Kolondra, EVP Browsers at Opera, said: “With Opera GX, Opera had adapted its proven, innovative browser tech platform to dramatically expand its footprint in gaming. We’re at the brink of a shift, when more and more people start not only playing, but also creating and publishing games. GameMaker Studio2 is best-in-class game development software, and lowers the barrier to entry for anyone to start making their games and offer them across a wide range of web-supported platforms, from PCs, to, mobile iOS/Android devices, to consoles.

Annette De Freitas, Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, Opera Gaming, added: “Gaming is a growth area for Opera and the acquisition of YoYo Games reflects significant, sustained momentum across both of our businesses over the past year. Our new Opera GX browser hit 7 million MAUs in December, 2020, up 350% year over year, while YoYo Games’ GameMaker engine achieved 400K new registered creators in 2020. We’re tremendously excited by the opportunities the combination creates not only for our combined users, but also for the expansion of Opera’s gaming community.”

Stuart Poole, GM at YoYo Games who will remain with the business alongside technical lead Russell Kay stated, “For over twenty years, the vision behind the GameMaker engine was to not just create more games, but expand development within and beyond the game studio. We think the transaction with Opera – whose products are known, trusted and used worldwide by millions of people every month- represents a massive opportunity to accelerate fulfilment of that founding vision, during a period of exceptional growth for both companies.”

“We are very excited to start working with the team at YoYo Games,” said Krystian Kolondra, EVP Browsers at Opera. “We see the Game Maker Studio platform as being an ideal acquisition to complement our global ambitions in gaming, and to help drive awareness and traffic to our Opera GX gaming browser.”

Opera GX, YoYo Games and GameMaker will unite under Opera Gaming, focusing on innovating across the gaming, game development, and browser experience. “We look forward to further growing Opera GX and driving the growth of GameMaker as part of a broader ecosystem, making it more accessible to novice users and developing it into the world’s leading 2D game engine used by commercial studios,” continued Krystian Kolondra. “Opera Gaming will be focusing on accelerating the growth of this emerging ecosystem, combining the 7+ million highly engaged gamers using Opera GX with millions of GameMaker creators. We are also thrilled to continue realizing synergies between YoYo Games’ products and Opera GX.”

GameMakerStudio is an integrated game development software, performance-tuned 2/2.5D engine that fuels many games, including multi-million hits like Risk of Rain, Undertale, or Hyper Light Drifter on an extensive range of mainstream platforms. Starting to build games with Game Maker Studio requires little to zero coding skills. Due to its extensive functionalities and ease of use Game Maker Studio lowers the barriers to entry and empowers a variety of creative people to make their games come alive and share them with the world.

Kolondra explained further: “Performance is essential to even 2D gaming, and sustaining that performance across mobile devices and laptops as well as variable bandwidth and connectivity requires thinking outside of traditional application silos. The line between building good games and good browsers has been eroding for years – with gaming interactivity across internet connections ramping up and browsers growing more multi-function and sophisticated. Traditionally the two types of technology compete for hardware and bandwidth resources. But as Opera GX proved, there was a better way to address that competition and improve the experience across both functionalities. YoYo Games’ team, development expertise and studio relationships lay the groundwork for turning the Opera GX vertical into a new kind of horizontal. This horizontal opportunity is why we’re building Opera Gaming and its infrastructure – so that we can further integrate gaming and browsing in ways beneficial to both in terms of not only monetization, but also experience.”


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The State of iGaming 2025: 11 Drivers of the Industry (Part 2)

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In the second chapter of State of iGaming 2025, the Atlaslive team takes a closer look at what’s defining the next phase of industry growth. From evolving player protection tools to greener operations and new tech horizons, these drivers reveal how iGaming is preparing for a smarter, more responsible 2026.

Responsible Gambling Redefined

Responsible gambling has moved far beyond compliance checklists. Modern RG tools use behavioral insights and predictive data to help players manage time and spending. Subtle interventions, like break reminders or loss-limit alerts, are becoming key features for building player trust and keeping engagement healthy over time.

The Rise of Interactive Betting

Betting formats are multiplying, and players are engaging in new ways. Micro-bets, player props, same-game combos, and social leaderboards are turning wagering into real-time entertainment. The challenge now is clarity: platforms must balance choice with usability, giving players quick, simple access to complex markets.

Data at the Core

Data remains the invisible driver behind iGaming’s transformation. Real-time analytics now shape everything from live odds to fraud detection and personalized content. The leaders are those who don’t just collect data; they act on it instantly, adapting offers, managing risk, and improving retention on the fly.

Sustainability Takes the Stage

ESG principles are taking root across the sector. Operators are investing in green hosting, renewable energy, and transparent reporting, with regulators recognizing these commitments through official frameworks. Social impact, governance, and environmental action are becoming part of the industry’s identity.

Web3 on the Horizon

While regulation around crypto betting remains unsettled, Web3 continues to attract interest for its transparency and flexibility. Blockchain-based settlements, verifiable transactions, and digital rewards are redefining how trust and engagement can function. Once regulation aligns, its impact could be transformative.

iGaming in 2025 is evolving with purpose, fueled by innovation, guided by data, and anchored in accountability.

To see the full picture of where the industry is heading, read Part 1 and the complete Part 2 on Atlaslive’s blog.

This document is provided to you for your information and discussion only. This document was based on public sources of information and was created by the Atlaslive team for marketing usage. It is not a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any gambling-related product. Nothing in this document constitutes legal or business development advice. This document has been prepared from sources Atlaslive believes to be reliable, but we do not guarantee its accuracy or completeness and do not accept liability for any loss arising from its use. Atlaslive reserves the right to remedy any errors that may be present in this document.

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Atlaslive, formerly known as Atlas-IAC, underwent a rebranding campaign in May 2024. It is a B2B software development company that specializes in creating a multifunctional and automated platform to optimize the workflow of sports betting and casino operators. Key components of the Atlaslive Platform include Sportsbook, Casino, Risk Management and Anti-Fraud Tools, CRM, Bonus Engine, Business Analytics, Payment Systems, and Retail Module. Follow the company on LinkedIn to stay updated with the latest news in iGaming technology.

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Elantil enhances marketplace options with Booming Games integration

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Pioneering platform solutions provider adds content from leading software studio to bring customers an even wider selection of games and engagement tools

Elantil, the disruptive platform solutions provider on a mission to supply a revolutionary new “strategic backbone” for the iGaming industry, has announced that it has further increased the options in its online marketplace after partnering with Booming Games.

Established almost a decade ago by a close group of friends aiming to become one of the finest software studios in the iGaming industry, Booming Games has gone from strength to strength in recent years and now boasts a full content line-up of over 150state-of-the-art casino releases.

Licensed and certified in 17 regulated markets, including Malta, Ontario and the UK, Booming Games offers localised content in a variety of market-specific currencies and languages while also assisting operators’ engagement efforts with its exciting promotional tools.

As such, the studio promises to be a flexible addition to Elantil’s Marketplace that will enable operators to extend their outreach and supply an even more thrilling experience to players – and best of all, partners are free to contact the provider directly and form their own custom contracts.

With this, ensuring operators have complete control over the content and services that they take on and that Elantil never dictates the terms or duration of any agreements, operators can keep their costs to a minimum while also benefiting from Elantil’s quick and hassle-free integrations.

John Debono, Chief Technical Officer at Elantil, said: “Elantil’s Marketplace has been designed to put control back in the hands of operators and provide a quick and cost-effective way for them to expand their services. By adding Booming Games to our content line-up, we’ll be able to provide more thrilling content to customers that can help them reach new audiences globally.”

Frederik Niehusen, Chief Commercial Officer at Booming Games, said: “By partnering with Elantil, we’ll be able to reach new customers and deliver our top-performing slots to even more players around the world. This collaboration represents another important step in expanding our global reach and continuing to provide high-quality, engaging content to our partners and their players.”

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MiFinity Strengthens Global KYC with Veriff’s Automated Proof of Address Integration

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MiFinity, the award-winning global eWallet provider, has announced the integration of Veriff’s new automated Proof of Address (POA) solution, enhancing its Know Your Customer (KYC) process with cutting-edge fraud prevention and compliance technology.

This latest development builds on MiFinity’s successful two-year partnership with Veriff for Proof of Identity (POI) checks. By integrating automated POA, MiFinity will soon deliver a streamlined, highly effective KYC experience that combines POI and POA verification in real time. For customers, this means faster onboarding, instant account-level upgrades upon completion, and a frictionless journey. For merchants, it strengthens MiFinity’s ability to support genuine customers globally while mitigating fraud risks across the value chain.

The Veriff solution uses AI and machine learning to verify documents, detect manipulation, and identify fraudulent activity in real-time. This ensures only legitimate customers gain access, while reducing manual intervention for MiFinity’s KYC team. The outcome is a faster, more secure, and scalable onboarding process that protects merchants, boosts compliance, and supports long-term growth.

Paul Kavanagh, CEO of MiFinity, commented: “Our partnership with Veriff has always been about raising the bar on compliance, fraud protection and customer experience. With this new Proof of Address solution, we were proud to be involved early in the product development process, helping shape a service that works for our markets and our users. By adopting it from day one, we’ve not only streamlined customer onboarding but also strengthened the safeguards that protect our merchant partners. It’s a win-win; customers get verified quickly and easily, and merchants can be confident that MiFinity is committed to fraud prevention, compliance, and delivering trusted financial services worldwide.”

The integration also reinforces MiFinity’s position as a forward-thinking payments company committed to implementing best-in-class technologies. By reducing friction for legitimate users while blocking bad actors, MiFinity ensures higher customer satisfaction, greater trust in its platform, and added value for its network of over 1,200 global merchant brands.

Through this collaboration, MiFinity and Veriff are setting new standards for digital onboarding in fintech – where security, speed, and compliance work hand in hand to drive growth across sectors such as eCommerce, travel, Forex, and beyond.

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