Novomatic Partners with Harvest Gaming in Asia
Novomatic AG announced a new strategic distribution partnership with Singapore-based Harvest Gaming, an important step in Novomatic’s strategy of expanding its presence across Asia.
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.
The new partnership further expands Novomatic’s global distribution network and enhances the Group’s ability to meet the specific needs of customers in one of the most dynamic regions of the international gaming industry.
IGT Installs PeakBarTop at Gran Madrid
International Game Technology PLC announced that it recently installed its award-winning PeakBarTop cabinet with legendary Game King multi-game content at the Knockout sports bar at Gran Madrid | Casino Torrelodones in Madrid, Spain.
This PeakBarTop installment allows players to enjoy their favorite IGT video poker, slots, blackjack and keno games in a Las Vegas-inspired bar setting for the first time in Spain.
IGT’s PeakBarTop cabinet features an ergonomic design with a 23-inch curved, full-HD display, a front-mounted ticket printer, and an embedded card reader. The PeakBarTop cabinet also includes a range of technologically advanced features such as enhanced lighting and sound, a USB mobile device charging port, a play-level indicator for service staff, and embedded Bluetooth technology that enables operators to integrate with IGT’s cashless gaming systems technology seamlessly.
BMM Expands to UAE
BMM Testlabs announced its official approval to test gaming products for the United Arab Emirates’ licensed lottery and commercial gaming program.
This approval comes from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), which holds exclusive jurisdiction to regulate, license and supervise all commercial gaming activities and facilities, including lottery, internet gaming, sports wagering and land-based gaming facilities. BMM’s certification falls under the “Independent Testing Laboratories” category.
BMM Testlabs brings 44 years of global leadership in product compliance across regulated markets and is trusted by games, systems, and lottery manufacturers, suppliers, developers, and regulators worldwide.
BetComply Partners with Binderr
BetComply, the iGaming industry’s most trusted technical and regulatory compliance firm, has entered a strategic partnership with Binderr, described by BetComply as “the platform and marketplace bringing onboarding into the future.”
BetComply partners will enjoy effortless onboarding and due diligence via Binderr’s best-in-class platform, as well as access to an extensive marketplace of financial, legal and corporate services.
Binderr is co-founded by Jacob Appel and Zak Rose, who’ve previously enjoyed success across a number of tech start-ups, including Time to Eat, Bolt and Bolt Food.
Tipico Achieves ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Certification
Tipico, the leading sports betting and online gaming provider in Germany, has successfully attained the highly regarded ISO 14001:2015 certification for its Environmental Management System (EMS).
This significant achievement underscores Tipico’s commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable business practices across its offices in Germany and Malta.
The ISO 14001 has been the global benchmark for effective environmental management systems since its introduction in 1996. It provides organizations with a framework to manage environmental responsibilities systematically, emphasizing continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and the achievement of measurable sustainability objectives.
AGS Appoints Arthur Rotziokos and Richard Orozco to Lead International Growth Efforts
Gaming supplier AGS announced two key appointments that will significantly strengthen its international operations. Arthur Rotziokos has been appointed as the senior director of product management-Asia-Pacific (APAC), and Richard Orozco has assumed the role of senior director of product management-international.
Both report to Rob Ziems, AGS’ chief business and legal officer, who oversees international business.
Rotziokos, based in Sydney, Australia, will lead AGS’ entry into the rapidly expanding APAC market. With over three decades of experience in the gaming industry, including his most recent role as vice president of research & development at Light & Wonder, Rotziokos is well-positioned to drive AGS’ strategic expansion across the region. His career spans roles at leading companies such as Ainsworth Game Technology and IGT, where he developed strong industry relationships and pioneered game development initiatives that led to business growth in global markets.
Orozco, an experienced leader in international product management, will oversee AGS’ global product strategies, focusing on regions such as Latin America and Europe. Orozco joins AGS with extensive experience in managing product portfolios across international markets, including his most recent role as vice president of product strategy at Ainsworth Game Technology. In his new role, he will work to drive market performance, optimize product life cycles, and strengthen AGS’ market share in key international territories.
