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MetaBet hires Leah Mayo as VP of Operations
MetaBet, the leading provider of real-time sports betting tools and interactive engagement technology, has appointed Leah Mayo as vice president of operations.
Mayo has more than a decade of operational leadership spanning start-ups, government, and non-profi t sectors, and will be integral in accelerating MetaBet’s growth as the business enters its next chapter.
A core focus of the role will be working closely with MetaBet CEO, Mark Phillip, to deliver on the company’s vision, streamline internal operations, and ensure day-to-day execution across fi nance, HR, compliance, and sales support. Mayo will be
creating operational frameworks that allow MetaBet to build on its strong
foundation and expand with discipline and clarity. She commented: “Joining MetaBet provides the perfect opportunity to work alongside and learn from Mark. Moving into the sports analytics space offers huge potential, and I can’t imagine a better team to work with.
“I cannot wait to build the operational backbone to support MetaBet’s continued innovation and success.”
Novomatic expands its global distribution network in Asia with Harvest Gaming
Through a new collaboration with Singapore- based distributor Harvest Gaming, Novomatic is strengthening its market presence in Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam.
This new venture marks an important step in Novomatic’s strategy of expanding its presence across Asia and reinforces the group’s long- term commitment to international growth through strong regional collaborations. Under the new agreement, Harvest Gaming will represent Novomatic’s leading portfolio of land-based gaming solutions in Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam.
With its in-depth market knowledge, excellent industry relations, and a customer-focused approach, Harvest Gaming is ideally positioned to support Novomatic’s growth and deliver tailored solutions to local operators. Michael Barsin, Novomatic Sales, said: “We are delighted to partner with Harvest Gaming in order to strengthen our footprint in Southeast Asia. Their deep understanding of the regional markets and dedication to supporting our customers make them excellent representatives of the Novomatic brand.
Brazilian Ministry of Sports and Sportradar sign partner agreement
The Brazilian Ministry of Sports and Sportradar Group AG have formalised a Technical Cooperation Agreement (ACT) focused on protecting the integrity of sports betting in the country. The partnership provides for the exchange of information related to the betting market and the implementation of joint initiatives to combat match fi xing.
Sportradar will provide specialised support to the Brazilian Ministry of Sports, including the
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reporting of potentially suspicious activity detected by its industry-leading Universal Fraud Detection System (UFDS). In addition, Sportradar will provide education and training for Ministry of Sports personnel and staff focused on best practices in monitoring, identifying and investigating suspicious activities. The fi rst workshop was held in May and included the Brazilian Ministry of Finance. André Fufuca, Brazil’s Minister of Sport, said: “Today we signed a milestone agreement in the fi ght against match-fi xing in Brazilian sports. Integrity must be a constant principle when it comes to transparency, ethics, and, above all, the fairness of sports results.” Andreas Krannich, EVP Sportradar said: “Through this collaboration, Sportradar continues to reaffi rm its commitment to a more transparent and safer sports environment for the athletes and all the stakeholders involved in Brazilian sport.
1xBet increases the number of active players in India by 68%
Global brand 1xBet has achieved a signifi cant increase in the number of Indian players. The fi gures are impressive: in the fi rst quarter of 2025, the monthly active users from India increased by 68 percent compared to the previous quarter. How did it achieve such high performance? It was all due to a series of carefully considered strategic moves in content, product, and marketing.
“We are proud of the results for this quarter. They prove that players value our investment in high-quality content and innovative entertainment. Developing promo campaigns that consider the interests of Indian clients and enhance our portfolio is just the beginning of our extensive efforts in 2025,” said a 1xBet brand representative. During the last quarter, 1xBet signed new agreements with several leading gambling entertainment developers and providers. These partnerships facilitated the addition of over 50 new games to the platform. As part of its partnership with Winfi nity, the 1xBet brand has launched two exclusive Shangrila Baccarat tables with live dealers, specifi cally designed for premium customers. In practice, this step has proven highly effective - the premium tables have quickly gained popularity and continue to attract users to the Live Casino section.
SYNKROS
expands biometric gaming innovation at G2E Asia
Konami Gaming unveiled its SYNK Vision Tables at G2E Asia, marking a signifi cant advancement in biometric player recognition by integrating slot machines and table games into a unifi ed platform. Powered by SYNKROS, Konami’s casino management system, SYNK Vision creates a comprehensive gaming ecosystem. Developed in collaboration with Xailient, this cutting-edge solution employs privacy-safe facial recognition technology to deliver a seamless and secure gaming experience while adhering to the highest standards of data protection.
SYNK Vision Slots have already transformed the gaming fl oor by allowing players to log in, earn rewards, and receive personalised promotions simply by sitting down at a machine. Through real-time biometric authentication, the system enhances security, prevents card misuse, and eliminates the need for physical loyalty cards. Players and operators have embraced this seamless experience, improving engagement and operational effi ciency.
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