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Greentube steps into Ukraine with First Casino
Greentube, the
NOVOMATIC Interactive division, has taken its games portfolio live in Ukraine with First Casino.
First Casino’s customers now have access to top-performing Greentube titles. The partnership
represents Greentube’s first integration with a local licence holder in Ukraine, a country that is viewed as a key territory in Eastern Europe following the legalisation of its online gaming market earlier this year.
Wazdan grows Italy presence with Tuko
First Casino, a Nubula Games brand, has established itself a leading presence in the Ukrainian market, delivering a premium casino experience with an emphasis on responsible gambling.
Opher Ben Zvi, Key Account Manager for Ukraine at Greentube, said: “The online gaming market in Ukraine is one rich with potential and we are delighted to have further expanded our presence into the country with this partnership. Having established itself in the newly regulated market with its strong brand and emphasis on responsible gaming, First Casino represents a perfect ally as we introduce Ukraine’s players to
our portfolio of content which has proven popular with customers all over the world.” Maistrenko Andrii, Chief Financial Officer at First Casino, said: “Greentube’s content has a deserved reputation for providing a popular blend of land-based appeal with fresh, exciting titles developed specially for the online market. This is an exciting time both for First Casino and the burgeoning online gaming market in Ukraine as a whole and this deal will help further establish our reputation as a brand synonymous with a quality playing experience.”
GLI grows EMEA team to meet demand
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has significantly expanded its EMEA team in response to ever-increasing customer demand around the globe.
Casino games supplier Wazdan has partnered with Italian aggregator Tuko Productions to take its products live in the country.
Tuko Productions, which has been active in Italy since 2016, will offer over 40 Wazdan titles on its THS aggregation platform which allows third-party suppliers to be easily integrated and enter the Italian market.
Tuko Productions customers will also have access to the collection of Wazdan Hold the Jackpot slots, with the hugely popular range of games recently welcoming its newest addition, Fortune Reels. The deal marks yet more commercial expansion in regulated markets for Wazdan, following its recent Swiss, New Jersey, and Belarus entries. Andrzej Hyla, Chief Commercial Officer at Wazdan, said: “We’re continuously on the lookout for partners that align with our goals and we’re very happy to partner with Tuko Productions as we look to grow our footprint in the regulated Italian market. “Our products have been well received by players all over the globe and we look forward to working closely with Tuko Productions going forward.” Vincenzo Tancredi, Sales Director at Tuko Productions, said: “Wazdan’s games portfolio offers a fantastic breadth of gaming experiences for players of all tastes. From iconic retro-style slots to engaging Hold the Jackpot hits, there’s something for everyone and we can’t wait to add their content to our aggregation offering.”
GLI EMEA has added nearly 70 new test engineers, mathematicians, computer support specialists, data entry operators, and document specialists to their teams in the Netherlands, South Africa, Italy, Spain, the UK, and Austria to support the EMEA and global gaming industry. Recently, GLI announced it had been appointed by the Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board of Uganda to support them in developing new technical standards for the gaming industry in the country. The appointment is one of several new projects the EMEA team are working on.
Managing Director for GLI EMEA Martin Britton commented: “The impact of Covid-19 on
the economy and on employment has been significant across the globe with millions of people losing their jobs. We are really pleased that we have been able to provide employment opportunities to these talented people and at the same time ensure we have the team in place ready to support our customers when they need us.
“The growth in the EMEA team has been driven by global uptake in online gaming and sports betting. The nature of our business means that we can test in any office location for almost any jurisdiction. That means we can hire the best talent in EMEA, and they can work on global GLI projects anywhere the demand is. It’s about having the right people with the right skills to support our customers and meet their demands no matter where in the world they are based.”
FSB doubles down on LatAm with key hire
Sports betting & iGaming platform provider FSB has strengthened its position in the fast-growing Latin America market with the appointment of industry veteran David Charnock as Business Development Manager for the region.
Charnock is a seasoned gaming industry executive with 30 years of global experience, including over a decade of boots-on-the-ground involvement in Latin America. He has previously held senior roles at TCSJOHNHUXLEY and joins FSB after eight years of building his own businesses in social enterprise, digital marketing and philanthropy in the region. His latest project involved setting up a foundation working with homeless addicts on the streets of San Jose in Costa Rica.
Based out of FSB’s San Jose office, the
Englishman will be responsible for continuing the upward momentum that the provider has enjoyed in the region. Fluent in Spanish, and with a solid grasp of French, Portuguese and Italian, Charnock’s brief will be to leverage FSB’s award-winning technologies and services among potential partners in Central and South America as well as the Caribbean.
Charnock will work closely with the organisation’s Chief Revenue Officer, Ian Freeman and Rest Of World Business Development Director, Rob Wheeler. Ian Freeman, Chief Revenue Officer of FSB, said: “David’s experience and deep understanding of the LatAm market will be a huge asset for FSB as we bid to continue our momentum in the region.”
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