The week in B2B news (13 December 2019)
The latest news from the supplier side of the industry, including updates from Greentube, Yggdrasil and Habanero
Greentube bolsters UK footprint with SpaceCasino deal
Greentube, the NOVOMATIC Interactive division, has launched with London-based online operator SpaceCasino in a deal which boosts the supplier’s UK market position.
Favourites from Greentube’s Book of Ra series are now available through the operator’s platform, including Book of Ra Mystic Fortunes, in addition to Diamond Link: Mighty Elephant.
SpaceCasino is a fast-growing brand in the UK online market and with eyes on further expansion across Europe, the casino is soon set to launch in Finland.
Head of sales at Greentube Markus Antl said: “Partnering with SpaceCasino will extend our reach in the UK, a market where Greentube has seen significant growth in the last 12 months.”
Yggdrasil goes live with Veikkaus in Finland
Finnish gambling giant Veikkaus has gone live with Yggdrasil’s casino games content following a successful integration.
Yggdrasil’s full portfolio of games will now be rolled out and made available to Veikkaus’ customers, including new releases Lilith’s Inferno, Sahara Nights and Golden Chip Roulette.
The government-owned operator is the only regulated gambling operator in Finland and has more than two million registered customers, of which 700,000 are weekly online players.
Yggdrasil CEO Fredrik Elmqvist said: “Veikkaus is one of the largest gaming operators in Europe and a well-known name in the industry.”
Kalamba Games unveils Pyro Pixie slot
Kalamba Games has promised that magic and mystery will be found in the forests of its latest slots release, Pyro Pixie.
Imps and fauns roam the reels in this 6×4 fantasy adventure, with Kalamba Games’ signature HyperBet mechanic making for gameplay that allows players to customise their bet level.
The new release is exclusively distributed on the Relax Gaming platform, servicing the industry’s brands across key regulated markets.
Kalamba Games COO Alex Cohen said: “Pyro Pixie is a beautifully designed title that will capture varied audiences with its enchanting graphics and immersive game play.”
Pragmatic Play launches Greek Gods title
Video slots software provider Pragmatic Play has released its newest slots title after going live with Greek Gods.
The 3×5 slot is set in a golden Greek temple, with reels filled with lyres, goblets and gods, as players look to land lightning bolts to trigger big wins.
Greek Gods features a unique bar above the reels which randomly fills with a bonus pot, won by landing three lightning symbols stacked in one reel.
Pragmatic Play CCO Melissa Summerfield said: “With its engaging gameplay and exciting bonus bar, this new title will give players the chance to get wins fit for a god.”
Digitain primed for launch in Romania
Sports betting and casino platform provider Digitain has received certification from the Romanian National Gambling Office (ONJN) allowing the company to expand its global footprint.
The Class 2 licence, recognising the highest standards as both a platform and software provider, allows Digitain to roll out its full range of services across Romania’s regulated space.
Romania, where online gambling has been legal for three years, mandates that both its suppliers and operators must pass stringent vetting procedures to obtain the requisite certification.
Digitain CCO Suren Khachatryan said: “This new licence grants us deeper access to the Eastern European market, affording sports fans the opportunity to enjoy our innovative sportsbook.”
Habanero expands Croatia reach
Slots and table games provider Habanero has further extended its reach in Croatia after agreeing a deal to supply its certified games offering to online casino PSK.
Owned by Fortuna Entertainment Group, PSK will have access to Habanero’s certified slots and table games, all of which feature the latest maths models, graphics and sounds.
The agreement means Croatian players will be able to play titles including Lucky Lucky, Hot Hot Fruit and Wild Trucks, as well as festive specials Santa’s Village and Happiest Christmas Tree.
Arcangelo Lonoce, European head of business development at Habanero, said: “It has been a very busy and productive 2019 and we are delighted to add another great operator deal with PSK.”