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Parimatch Tech: from restructuring to becoming one of Reuters’ 50 Leaders of Change

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Parimatch Tech was just named one of Reuters’ 50 Leaders of Change. In a project that highlights global companies leading the way towards a new tomorrow in a series of video documentaries, the company became an editor’s pick to showcase the innovativeness, technical focus, and sustainability of the modern online entertainment industry.

An achievement in itself, it becomes even more significant in the context in which Parimatch Tech has found itself over the past year. After the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the company, as well as other businesses operating or originating from Ukraine, faced many challenges on an unprecedented scale. However, while maintaining its inherent flexibility and adaptability, Parimatch Tech took several steps that allowed it to gain momentum despite the war and its challenges.

Exiting from the markets of Russia and Belarus

As soon as Russia’s full-scale military invasion of Ukraine began, the Supervisory board of Parimatch Tech decided to withdraw the franchise from the aggressor country. The process of brand withdrawal from the market concluded on March 26 with the complete disconnection of the Parimatch platform from Russia. A few months later, in the summer, Parimatch Tech’s exit from the Belarus market also ended with the sale of the local business unit and the termination of all relations.

Refocusing strategic objectives

The disposal of several geos, as well as the general situation in the global market, raised questions about what awaits the company next. Parimatch Tech accelerated the implementation of long-standing plans to move into the B2B industry and during the year rolled out a set of products that it was ready to offer to operator customers:

  • iGaming platform, which is now one of the fastest-growing in Eastern Europe and successfully handles millions of active players; 
  • Parimatch brand franchise that grants access to the brand’s top-notch platform, reputable name, and a formidable list of global partnerships;
  • BaaS, or Business as a Service, combines all the advantages of the Parimatch Tech platform, industry expertise, and management excellence. 

Compliance of the product with the highest industry standards was confirmed by GLI19 and GLI33 certificates from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI). And the platform was shortlisted twice for prestigious industry awards: SBC Awards (Platform of the year) and EGR Operator Awards (In-house product category).

Supporting Ukrainian resilience

All of 2022’s achievements would be impossible without people who, despite the war, demonstrated fantastic performance in various areas. Support for Ukraine and Ukrainians, including the company’s employees, became the cornerstone of Parimatch Tech’s efforts in the past year. 

In May, the company opened a new office in Prague, the Czech Republic, which not only contributed to business expansion in Europe but also provided much-needed support for all displaced because of the war employees throughout Europe. In 2022, the Prague office grew from only ten people to over 65 employees. 

Parimatch Tech brought Ukraine-focused discussions on the international stage of Web Summit 2022 in Lisbon, Portugal. The resilience of Ukrainian businesses and their stories of despite-the-war success became, once again, an inspiration and a source of insights for over 70,000 Web Summit attendees. 

Since the first days of the invasion, Parimatch Tech and its people have helped Ukraine in its struggle for freedom: through donations, volunteering, coordination of corporate charity projects, and the work of the Parimatch Foundation. Previously focused on educational and sports projects for children, the Foundation has added projects aimed at helping Ukrainian women and children survive the war, get to safety, and take care of their physical and mental health. In 2022, over 600 civilians were evacuated from the war-affected areas, more than 60 tons of humanitarian aid was provided, and over  € 1 million was directed to help victims of the war.

This sustainable approach, as well as a strong tech core and focus on performance success became key factors in Parimatch Tech’s becoming one of Reuters’ 50 Leaders of Change. Whatever comes next for the company, it will continue using its cutting-edge technology and social causes to drive the industry into its sustainable technological future. 

We are on the verge of a very important change that will officially kickstart our B2B journey. The plans ahead of us are ambitious, yet we are up to the task because our core stays the same: the challenge is a part of our DNA. And with such drive, anything is possible! We will continue to grow and prevail, contributing to many victories of 2023,” said Evgen Belousov, Deputy CEO of Parimatch Tech. 

George Miller (Gyorgy Molnar) started his career in content marketing and has started working as an Editor/Content Manager for our company in 2016. George has acquired many experiences when it comes to interviews and newsworthy content becoming Head of Content in 2017. He is responsible for the news being shared on multiple websites that are part of the European Gaming Media Network.

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Tom Horn Gaming Unwraps a Frosty Treat with Santa Yetti

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This December, Tom Horn Gaming invites players to the snowy mountain peaks in its new release, Santa Yetti, a playful holiday adventure where the jolly king of the mountains swaps his sleigh for snow boots to deliver frosty fortunes and festive fun.

Santa Yetti brings a flurry of excitement to the reels with Expanding Wilds, Multipliers, Respins, and the Respin Booster feature.

The Snowman is a Wild symbol. When it lands on any of the three reels, it expands and triggers a single respin. During the respin, seven win lines transform into twenty-seven ways to win, piling up prizes like Christmas presents. When all three reels are fully stacked with the same symbol, the total win is multiplied by ten, creating a snowstorm of rewards.

Players can also activate the Respin Booster, which increases their total bet by 1.5x and boosts the chance of triggering a respin by 300%. The feature remains active until manually switched off, giving players full control over their gameplay. For those feeling extra lucky, the Star Gamble Ladder appears after every base game win, allowing them to gamble their winnings by guessing the next star’s colour – pink or blue. Each correct guess doubles the prize and pushes the player up one level. The Golden Star can randomly appear at levels two to five to double the win instantly, no guess required.

“Santa Yeti brings together everything players love about Tom Horn games – fun, engaging mechanics, and a great story to match. It’s festive, it’s fresh, and it’s packed with features that keep the excitement rolling. We wanted to end the year on a high note, and Santa Yetti does exactly that with humour, charm, and plenty of win potential,” said Ondrej Lapides, CEO at Tom Horn Gaming.

Blending simple yet fast-paced gameplay with dynamic mechanics, Santa Yetti offers short, mobile-optimised sessions that are sure to delight both casual spinners and seasoned players. Its engaging format and rewarding features make it a perfect choice for operators looking to boost engagement during the high-traffic festive season. With its playful theme, quirky light-hearted style, and generous win potential, Santa Yetti is set to make this Christmas truly santastic.

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Ygam appoints Emily Tofield as new Chief Executive

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Emily Tofield has been the appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Ygam, the UK’s leading charity dedicated to preventing gaming and gambling harms among children and young people. She will officially join the charity on the 6 January 2026.

Emily joins the charity following a 20-year career in leadership roles across UK government, local government, higher education and research, the media, and the not-for-profit sector.  Her previous roles include posts in the Cabinet Office, the Ministry of Justice, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, the University of Sussex, and at the City of London Corporation. With a distinguished breadth of expertise in strategic communications, she is recognised as a leading adviser across strategy, corporate affairs, reputation, marketing, policy, and fundraising.

Emily is an experienced non-executive, currently serving on the board of the Kent homelessness charity, Porchlight.  She is Chair Designate of the Girls’ Learning Trust (GLT), the largest all-girls state multi-academy trust in the UK and was recently appointed to the Board of the British Dietetic Association (BDA).

Mike Wojcik, Chair of Ygam, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Emily to Ygam following a highly competitive recruitment process. Her depth of experience and proven leadership across stakeholder and political engagement, and social impact, will be instrumental as we enter our next strategic cycle. Emily joins an exceptionally strong leadership team, and this appointment marks an important new chapter for Ygam as we continue to strengthen our position as a trusted expert voice and sector leader dedicated to preventing gaming, gambling, and digital harms among young people.”

Emily Tofield, Incoming Chief Executive of Ygam, said: “Ygam has reached record numbers of young people as part of its critical mission to protect children and young people from gaming and gambling harms and to help safeguard their digital futures. As a passionate advocate for the benefits of prevention, it is a huge privilege to take on the role of Chief Executive of such a respected national education and prevention charity whose work already makes a difference to so many. High-quality, inclusive, evidence-based, preventative education around gaming and gambling harms remains as important today as when Ygam was founded, and I’m looking forward to working with the impressive Ygam team to further grow its reach, partnerships and impact in the years ahead.”

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ZEAL and bet-at-home launch joint gaming initiative

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  • bet-at-home integrates  ZEAL Instant Games titles into its German website
  • First selection of ZEAL slots now available
  • Partnership boosts reach, portfolio strength, and growth for both companies

ZEAL Instant Games, a brand of the ZEAL Group and a provider of  online games, announces a new strategic partnership with online gaming operator bet-at-home. As part of the collaboration, bet-at-home seamlessly integrates the growing portfolio of ZEAL slots into its website. The first titles are already available to customers on bet-at-home.de.

Stronger together: Premium content meets established brand presence

Both partners stand to benefit from the collaboration: While bet-at-home expands its portfolio offering with ZEAL titles – enhancing its appeal and reach within the online games segment – ZEAL Instant Games gains another prominent partner whose market presence accelerates the brand’s dynamic growth and enables access to a broader user base.

In addition to best-selling ZEAL titles such as “The Bookmaker”, “Crime Scene”, “Vegas Blaze“, and other premium slots, the portfolio will continue to grow steadily in the coming months.

Shared perspectives

“Our mission is to make innovative, high-quality games accessible to the widest possible audience,” says Alex Green, Vice President Games at ZEAL. “With bet-at-home, we are gaining a partner that has held a strong position in the market for many years. This collaboration opens up new opportunities for expanding our reach and underscores the enormous potential of our growing games portfolio.”

From bet-at-home’s side: “We are delighted to have ZEAL Instant Games as a partner known for quality, creativity, and reliable performance,” says Claus Retschitzegger, CEO, bet-at-home. “The new ZEAL titles are a great addition to our offering and provide our customers with exciting and varied gaming experiences. This partnership is an important element of our growth strategy.”

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