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Exclusive Spanish Market Q&A w/ João Carvalho, Sales Manager at PandaScore

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February 21, 2023

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How has PandaScore served the Spanish market thus far?

Spain is a hotbed of activity when it comes to esports, with countless players, teams and tournaments held across the biggest esports titles taking place across the country. But when it comes to betting on esports, the market is still very much in its infancy. That’s not to say there isn’t a significant opportunity for operators to explore, because there is. Not only is esports hugely popular, but so too is betting on traditional sports. The challenge has been to bring the two together, and that’s exactly why PandaScore delivers its esports betting solutions to operators in the market.

Our odds, markets and betting products are second to none and are used by some of the largest operators in the world to capitalise on the esports wagering opportunity. We sit at the cutting edge of esports and betting and have delivered many innovations to the esports market. Today, we cover 308 unique markets across all major esports titles from League of Legends and Valorant to CS:GO, Call of Duty, Dota2 and more. Our markets include Player Props as well as Winner 2-way, Winner 3-way, Maps handicap, Total maps over/under, Correct score, First map/Match result, Most kills 2-way and Most kills 3-way.

We’ve also been hard at work on creating esports dedicated micro markets and will be going big on this throughout the year. We will also continue to push our powerful esports Bet Builder tool, allowing players to curate their own bet slips for next-level engagement.

What are the company goals for Spain over the next 12 months?

Ultimately, we want to help operators unlock the full potential that esports betting has to offer, while also playing our part in educating esports fans that they can wager on players, teams and tournaments with operators that are fair, transparent and reputable. To do this, we will continue to enhance our suite of solutions over the next 12 months and, as mentioned above, will be rolling out new markets on new games – most importantly Valorant, expand out BetBuilder tool, and introduce esports Microbetting. We will also be driving awareness of our recently re-vamped Widgets product which allows Spanish operators to seamlessly integrate our Odds solution into their environment and customise the front end to meet their individual branding and player experience goals. State-of-the-art solutions such as these make it easy for operators to expand into the esports betting space, and this in turn will enable us to engage more operators in Spain throughout the year.

What does the Spanish market need to ramp up its esports betting activity?

Spain is no different to other nascent esports betting markets with tremendous untapped potential. All it takes to fully open the doors is a little education among operators and players, and one or two tier-one brands rolling out esportsbooks for the first time. This is something we have seen in the UK market where we have recently joined forces with William Hill to power its first proper move into esports wagering. Once the big boys are on board, it’s not long before everyone else looks to follow. But this provides a huge opportunity for smaller brands to seize the first mover advantage and push ahead with rolling out an esportsbook now – especially in Spain where there is a strong appetite for this among players but where the competition remains limited (for now). Those that do will be able to build large and loyal player bases before the power players enter the market.

What does PandaScore specifically bring to the Spanish market that will promote esports betting growth?

Esports fans have high expectations from the entertainment options they engage with. This includes intuitive user interfaces optimised for mobile, fast-paced action, a quality product and an experience that provides a sense of community. Our products and solutions have been designed to provide all of these things and more so that operators can deliver esports betting experiences that not only meet but exceed player expectations in Spain and beyond.

What’s more, the team behind PandaScore are first and foremost fans of esports and are incredibly passionate about bringing esports betting to the widest possible audience. We plan to be on the ground at major esports and betting events throughout the year, including FIJIMA, Madrid. This is a key part of our strategy to drive awareness of the world of esports, the potential of esports betting and how all stakeholders can maximise the huge potential of bringing the two together in the Spanish market and others around the world.

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DATA.BET Exhibits at ICE Barcelona 2026

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December 19, 2025

George Miller

The company unveils new features and reinforces its focus on casino operators

DATA.BET, a leading sportsbook solution supplier, attends ICE Barcelona 2026 from January 19 to 21, presenting its latest product developments at stand 5G31. Visitors can explore expanded capabilities and recent enhancements, including the newly launched Bet Boost and Picture-in-Picture tools.

Next year, DATA.BET presents its portfolio under the slogan “Betting That Works.” The focus of this approach is to deliver technology that works seamlessly from the moment it is integrated, operating without interruptions. The core priority includes ease of use, flexible customization, growing performance metrics and ongoing technical support from a dedicated team.

At ICE 2026, DATA.BET will highlight a solution for casino operators by demonstrating how adding a sportsbook can enhance user engagement, prolong player activity, and generate new revenue streams. The plug-and-play Single Page Application (iFrame) enables operators to integrate a customizable, SEO-optimized sportsbook around one week, adapted to specific brand designs, promotions, and user flows.

As part of its presence at the exhibition, DATA.BET will run two prize activities at stand 5G31 on January 19–20, giving attendees the chance to win an iPhone 17 Pro. Visitors can participate in one of two ways: by joining the Business Card Lottery, visiting the booth, meeting the team, and leaving a business card, or by taking part in an interactive cosplay challenge featuring DATA.BET cosplayers inspired by iconic characters from the world’s most popular esports titles are taking photos with them and sharing them on LinkedIn. The winners of both activities will be announced at the DATA.BET stands on January 20, in the afternoon.

Otto Bonning, Head of Sales, stated, “At ICE Barcelona, we aim to demonstrate to operators that betting products can be both simple and effective. One primary focus will also be to openly discuss our performance and showcase the numbers that indicate why some of the industry’s leading brands are today using our services. We will cover topics such as delivered margins, the importance of risk management, our SPA (iFrame) capabilities, and new features ready for implementation”.

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Arena Racing Company awarded United Arab Emirates Gaming-Related Vendor License

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December 19, 2025

George Miller

Arena Racing Company (ARC) has been granted a Gaming-Related Vendor license from the United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Authority (GCGRA), an independent entity of the UAE Federal Government with exclusive jurisdiction to regulate, license, and supervise all commercial gaming activities.

The license, operational with immediate effect, affords ARC the opportunity to provide its products and services to licensed operators in the region. Notably, the Racing1 Markets service, an all-in-one horse and greyhound racing solution delivered in conjunction with Racing1 alliance media rights partners at 1/ST CONTENT, Racecourse Media Group (RMG), and Tabcorp, alongside technical partner Pythia Sports. ARC has been added to the list of licensed vendors as per the GCGRA website.

Jack Whitaker, Commercial Manager at ARC, said: “Obtaining this license is a great achievement for ARC and its Racing1 partners. The emerging regulated UAE market is incredibly exciting, and we look forward to showcasing our innovative products and services in the region.”

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SOFTSWISS 2025: 45% Game Portfolio Growth, LatAm Extensive Expansion and Flagship iGaming Trends Report

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December 19, 2025

George Miller

SOFTSWISS, an international iGaming technology provider with over 15 years of experience, closed 2025 with a series of key milestones, including the release of the fourth edition of its flagship iGaming Trends Report, the first industry trends conference, and a 45% expansion of its iGaming content portfolio across 24 regulated jurisdictions.

Certified Market Expansion and Industry Leadership

Following certifications in Africa, SOFTSWISS secured full certification in Brazil, one of the world’s largest newly regulated iGaming markets, and expanded its presence in Europe. The company also renewed its partnership with Formula 1 legend Rubens Barrichello, Non-Executive Director in Latin America, entering the second year of collaboration focused on strengthening brand credibility and regional market presence.

The year concluded at SiGMA Central Europe 2025, marking the culmination of the SOFTSWISS content-driven strategy. The event combined the launch of the 4th edition of the flagship 2026 iGaming Trends Report, based on expert insights, AI-driven analysis, and independent research by Kantar, as well as the company’s first four-hour conference, ‘iGaming Trends Marathon’, featuring keynotes and panel discussions, and a three-day live assembly of an Alfa Romeo 4C, which was presented to partner Lottu, reinforcing SOFTSWISS’ partner-first growth model.

Ivan Montik, Founder of SOFTSWISS, comments: “2025 has been a year of global expansion and strengthened market presence for SOFTSWISS as a trusted technology partner, delivering reliable, regulation-ready solutions across Europe, Africa, and Latin America. I am proud that today we provide compliant technology across 14 regulated markets, fully compliant with local requirements and maintaining 100% technical stability for our partners.”

Product Maturity and Technical Performance

The SOFTSWISS Game Aggregator has strengthened its position as a reliable iGaming content hub, delivering high-quality games from in-demand studios and now featuring over 40,000 active games from more than 300 providers. With 99.999% uptime, it expanded availability in new markets, including Brazil and Peru. With over 600 clients worldwide, the solution remains a trusted engine for casino growth.

The SOFTSWISS Sportsbook continued to scale as a platform-agnostic and mobile-first solution. In 2025, the platform expanded its bonus mechanics, added new gamification features, and introduced additional content verticals to support a wider range of betting strategies. SOFTSWISS launched its first Sportsbook Network Jackpot with a €35,000 initial pool, awarding over €80,000 to the first winner.

Operators benefit from fast rollout on any casino platform and strong risk and retention support. With the Sportsbook setup times as short as 14 days, its partners are well-positioned to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Jackpot Aggregator celebrated a record Prime Network Jackpot win of 1,400,000 euro and several product advancements. New features include paid participation campaigns, customisable jackpot widgets, and enhanced drops and multi-prize mechanics, providing operators with more efficient tools to engage and retain players. As a result, operators launched over 500 jackpot campaigns in 2025, generating more than 70,000 jackpot hits.

The SOFTSWISS Casino Platform marked its 12th year with strong client satisfaction, achieving a score of 8.3 out of 10, according to Kantar research. Focused upgrades in stability, management, and compliance further strengthened its role as a reliable software for online casino operations.

Affilka by SOFTSWISS continued its upward trajectory, surpassing 500,000 affiliate accounts and 122 million registered players. New features, including advanced click analytics, API-based campaign tools, and a sub-affiliate revenue share model, further support operators seeking more efficient and data-driven affiliate programmes

New Markets & Compliance

Throughout the year, SOFTSWISS maintained a strong industry presence, participating in 50+ events, delivering 27 public speaking sessions, and receiving 28 industry awards across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and South Asia for its product portfolio, marketing execution, and individual professional achievements. Together, these results reinforce SOFTSWISS’ position as a reliable, regulation-ready technology partner with proven scale and long-term relevance across global markets.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience in developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 40,00 casino games, Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. The expert team, based in Malta, Poland, and Georgia, counts over 2,000 employees.

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