Blueprint Gaming appoints Mattia Luchesini as Head of Account Management, boosting its international growth and strengthening operator partnerships across regulated markets. Blueprint Gaming has appointed Mattia Luchesini as Head of Account Management – International, further strengthening its commercial leadership as the business continues to expand across regulated markets. In his new role, Mattia will lead Blueprint’s international account management function, focusing on developing strategic operator partnerships and supporting sustained growth across key territories. He will work closely with commercial, product and delivery teams to ensure partners are supported with a collaborative, value-driven approach. Mattia joins Blueprint from Games Global, where he spent over two and a half years in senior account management roles, building strong relationships with operators across EMEA and gaining extensive experience in international market dynamics. This latest appointment reflects Blueprint Gaming’s continued investment in its commercial capabilities, ensuring partners are supported by experienced leadership as the company builds on its expansion strategy. Mattia Luchesini, Head of Account Management – International at Blueprint Gaming, said: “It’s a great opportunity to join Blueprint at a time of strong international momentum. “The business has a clear vision and a reputation for working closely with its partners, and I’m looking forward to contributing to that approach while helping to drive growth across global markets.” Matt Cole , Managing Director at Blueprint Gaming, added: “Mattia brings valuable international experience and a strong understanding of what operators need from a long-term content partner. “His appointment supports our continued focus on strengthening relationships and delivering a high standard of account management as Blueprint grows its global footprint.” Read related article: Blueprint Gaming Releases Dumb and Dumber Slot

3 Oaks Gaming partners with Superbet Group to launch its top-performing slots in Brazil and Romania, expanding its reach across key regulated markets. Learn more. 3 Oaks Gaming partners with Superbet Group to strengthen its international footprint, launching its iGaming portfolio with one of the leading operators across Europe and South America. The agreement sees the operator group’s flagship Superbet brand in Brazil and Romania gain access to 3 Oaks Gaming’s complete collection of high-performing slot titles, including recent hits such as Coin Volcano 2 , Maya Lock and Magic Clovers . Reflecting 3 Oaks Gaming’s growing international strategy, the partnership highlights the distributor’s ability to deliver its acclaimed content simultaneously across multiple regulated regions. Superbet has established itself as a major force in both territories, combining an extensive retail network with a strong digital presence to earn a reputation for offering premium and responsible betting and gaming entertainment. The partnership reinforces 3 Oaks Gaming’s commitment to partnering with trusted, established operators that share its focus on quality, compliance, and local player engagement. Iulian Nedelcu, Account Manager at 3 Oaks Gaming said: “Partnering with Superbet marks another exciting step in our international growth journey. As one of the most recognisable brands in Romania and Brazil, Superbet provides an excellent platform to showcase our portfolio to an even wider audience in two key regulated regions. “We are confident our games will resonate strongly with their player base and look forward to a successful collaboration across both markets.” Raluca Varzaru, Senior Gaming Performance Executive at Superbet said: “At Superbet, we are constantly looking to enrich our casino offering with quality content that entertains and engages players. 3 Oaks Gaming’s portfolio brings proven performance and diversity to our platforms, supporting our vision to provide a first-class gaming experience in every market we operate in. “We are delighted to welcome their titles to our casino and look forward to seeing the positive response from our players.” Read related article: 3 Oaks Gaming Partners with WINBET to Expand in Romania

Bolt and Paysecure partner to deliver seamless one-click checkout, helping merchants boost conversions while maintaining full control over payments and risk. Bolt, the checkout, identity and payments leader powering faster, smarter commerce, and Paysecure, the cutting-edge payment orchestration platform built for modern global merchants, today announced a strategic partnership. Through the integration, Paysecure will embed Bolt One-Click into its Cashier, allowing merchants using Paysecure’s checkout to offer Bolt’s one-click checkout experience.  Merchants using Paysecure’s cashier can recognize returning Bolt shoppers, automatically fill in their checkout details and reduce the number of steps required to complete a purchase. The integration connects Bolt’s shopper network of more than 80 million U.S. users with Paysecure’s comprehensive payment platform, which routes transactions across acquirers, payment methods and regions. Merchants maintain control over payment routing and risk settings while offering a faster checkout experience to eligible shoppers.  “Checkout still fails too many merchants at the moment of truth,” said Ryan Breslow, Founder and CEO of Bolt. “This partnership brings identity and payments together in a way that removes obstacles without forcing merchants to give up control. By embedding Bolt’s Shopper Network directly into Paysecure’s Cashier, merchants can recognize returning shoppers, reduce steps at checkout, and see the impact in conversion and repeat purchases. This is a practical integration that improves performance without adding complexity.” Paysecure’s partnership with Bolt also supports eligible U.S. merchants operating in high-risk categories, subject to compliance and underwriting requirements. By integrating Bolt directly into Paysecure’s platform, merchants can enable one-click checkout without adding a separate checkout provider or managing multiple platform integrations. “Merchants want higher conversion without sacrificing flexibility,” said Amit Hooja, CEO at Paysecure. “Bolt is a clear leader in click-to-pay so the integration of Bolt’s network into our dynamic Cashier and comprehensive orchestration platform, is a significant step forward in streamlining the checkout experience. It enables a smarter, faster and more effective journey for merchants and shoppers. At Paysecure, our ambition is to empower merchants to deliver the very best, customer-focused payment experience for every transaction, while preserving the routing, risk and operational controls they rely on.” Paysecure will continue to support global payment acceptance while allowing merchants to recognize Bolt shoppers at checkout, regardless of how payments are routed. Read related article: Paysecure Launches Dynamic Cashier for Seamless Payments

Sportradar’s Global Analysis and Trends report reveals key 2025 insights on match-fixing, AI detection, and integrity progress across global sports. Explore the findings. Global match-fixing activity showed continued progress toward containment in 2025, with enhanced monitoring, enforcement, and education initiatives driving a reduction in suspicious matches, according to Integrity in Action 2025: Global Analysis & Trends, an annual report published by Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD).     In 2025 Sportradar monitored more than 1,000,000 events across 70 sports worldwide, identifying 1,116 suspicious matches, representing a 1% decrease from 2024. With more than 99.5% of sporting events worldwide monitored free from suspicion, the findings highlight the continued effectiveness of coordinated integrity measures across the international sports ecosystem.     Europe once again accounted for the highest number of suspicious matches in 2025, though the region maintained its downward trajectory with 66 fewer cases than in 2024. South America also reported a notable decline, with 64 fewer suspicious matches detected year-on-year. In contrast, Asia, Africa, and North and Central America experienced modest increases.   Soccer continued to be the sport most impacted by match-fixing in 2025, with 618 suspicious matches detected. Basketball followed with 233 cases, while tennis (78), table tennis (65), and cricket (59) recorded notable increases. This distribution underscores how match-fixing activity is increasingly dispersed across multiple sports rather than concentrated within a single discipline.     A major development in 2025 was the continued advancement of Sportradar’s AI-powered Universal Fraud Detection System (UFDS AI). Building on the proven foundations of its monitoring framework and enhanced by machine learning, UFDS AI enabled the real-time analysis of extensive betting datasets, uncovering irregular patterns often undetectable through traditional methods. As a result, the number of suspicious matches flagged through AI analysis increased significantly year-on-year (+56%), reinforcing the system’s expanding role in identifying emerging and evolving manipulation techniques.     Alongside education, detection, and investigation, enforcement continued to play a central role in protecting sporting integrity. In 2025, Sportradar supported 125 sporting sanctions across seven sports and all six major continents, bringing the all-time total to more than 1,000. Prevention efforts also expanded further in 2025, with Sportradar’s Integrity Education initiatives reaching more than 34,000 participants, a 25% increase from 2024.     Andreas Krannich, Executive Vice President, Integrity Services at Sportradar, said:  “The relative stabilisation of suspicious match numbers in 2025 is encouraging, yet it reinforces the importance of continued vigilance. Match-fixing remains an evolving threat, and sustained investment in technology, intelligence, education, and collaboration is essential to staying ahead of those seeking to corrupt sport.”     Throughout 2025, Sportradar delivered integrity support for major international sporting events, including the expanded FIFA Club World Cup and the UEFA Women’s EURO. Looking ahead, the company is preparing to support its partners in safeguarding integrity of several landmark events in 2026, including the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in Australia, FIFA World Cup in North America and the Olympic Winter Games in Italy.   Read related article: Sportradar Launches Custom Bet for Premium Cricket Betting

LuckBox Studios appoints John Maguire as Chief Customer Officer, strengthening its leadership as it builds a next-generation sports trading and prediction platform. LuckBox Studios, a fast-growing sports prediction technology company, has appointed John Maguire, former Vice President of Trading Product and General Manager Australia at FanDuel, as the company’s new Chief Customer Officer to advance the development of its universal sports trading platform. Maguire brings deep experience of delivering complex trading and pricing systems at global scale from his previous role at FanDuel, one of the world’s most sophisticated sportsbook environments. His immediate focus will be to oversee the development of LuckBox’s next-generation sports trading platform, built on the ethos of any bet being placed at any time — an approach that reimagines online sportsbook product and establishes LuckBox as a meaningful contributor to the prediction markets ecosystem through its probability and pricing technology. As Chief Customer Officer, he will be responsible for turning LuckBox’s product vision into delivery, aligning product, technology and data to ensure the platform creates tangible value for sportsbook operators and prediction market partners. “We’re excited to welcome John to LuckBox Studios,” said Ryan Coombs, Co-Founder and CEO of LuckBox Studios.  “John is one of the most highly regarded trading and product leaders in the industry, and his experience aligns perfectly with our vision at LuckBox. Sports betting and prediction markets still have significant room to evolve, and we see a clear opportunity to help shape what comes next.” Commenting on his new role, Maguire  said: “LuckBox’s ambition to play a defining role in the future of sports betting and prediction markets is what attracted me to the role. Through the development of our sports trading platform, we have a compelling opportunity to remove long-standing boundaries and help move the industry forward.” Read related article: Immense Group appoints Marcus Adler as Nordic Director

Sportradar launch Custom Bet ahead of the T20 World Cup, giving cricket fans a powerful bet builder to create personalised wagers across players, teams and match events. Sportradar AG (NASDAQ: SRAD) today announced the launch of Custom Bet, a bet builder feature within its Premium Cricket Services (PCS). This new offering launches ahead of the Men’s T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka over the next month, one of the year’s most watched cricket sporting events. Custom Bet is a flexible bet builder that allows fans to design their own wagers by combining selections across player performances, team milestones, and match events in a single bet slip. Sixteen additional markets are also now available, including top batter and bowler in both innings and match, highest first over, highest opening partnership, match fours and sixes.   The Custom Bet feature is now available pre-match across all top-tier men’s T20 fixtures globally . Built on Sportradar’s industry leading cricket APIs, Custom Bet can be implemented by operators already using Sportradar cricket betting solutions.   Will Winzor, Head of Premium Cricket Services, Sportradar, said, "Cricket’s complexity has historically made it challenging to deliver a comprehensive betting portfolio. By leveraging our Premium Cricket Services and advanced APIs, Custom Bet ensures operators can deliver these complex, data driven betting options reliably and at scale, while providing fans a more entertaining experience.”  Read related article: BETFRED Partners With SPORTRADAR to Upgrade Retail Platform

Elantil integrates Animo into its marketplace, bringing immersive live casino games with real dealers and virtual avatars. Discover how this partnership boosts engagement. Having changed the game for operators with its innovative tech and flexible multi-currency options, pioneering platform solutions provider, Elantil, has announced it has added an equally ground-breaking studio to its online marketplace by integrating with Animo.   Built around the promise of using real dealers and real equipment to deliver unreal experiences, Animo has transformed live entertainment by fusing real-time table games with virtual broadcast production to create an immersive format where pop culture and iGaming seamlessly intertwine.   Currently offering several roulette variants and expanding into other live game formats throughout the year, Animo takes professional dealers in industry-grade casino set-ups and uses its revolutionary technology to transform them into virtual avatars that can be tailored to operators’ requirements.   With this opening the door to exciting commercial partnerships that can be leveraged to boost engagement, Animo’s product is expected to be especially enticing for crypto operators, making the integration particularly timely given Elantil will be exhibiting at SiGMA Eurasia this month.   As a result of the new partnership, all Animo games will now be featured in Elantil’s Marketplace and customers will be able to contact the supplier directly to form their own custom agreements; with this avoiding any middleman costs and ensuring they get the perfect package for their needs. Once terms have been agreed, they’ll be provided with log-in credentials that can be used to access their games directly from Elantil’s Marketplace, with the company then taking care of all the technical details so that they can get them up and running.   John Debono, Chief Technical Officer at Elantil,  said: “As anyone who’s visited an Elantil stand at ICE will know, we’re a company that embraces the unconventional and loves to get creative. With this in mind, Animo is the perfect addition to our marketplace, and we believe their unique approach to Live Casino will prove incredibly popular with partners – especially those in the crypto space.”   Harley Fresh, Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Animo,  said: “Like Elantil, Animo has forged its own path in the iGaming industry, the interactive experiences we provide are unlike anything else. By blending the real world and the virtual, we create a new level of engagement that supports both player acquisition and market penetration. We can't wait to hear how our line-up can be tailored to Elantil's customers' needs and are excited to bring more brand IP to life.” Read related article: Elantil Powers UnionBet Launch With Flexible iGaming Platform

Immense Group appoints Marcus Adler as Nordic Director for DBET, strengthening its sports betting growth strategy across Sweden and regulated European markets. Learn more. Immense Group has appointed Marcus Adler as Nordic Director for DBET as the company continues to grow its sports betting presence across regulated European markets. DBET is Immense Group’s first sports-focused brand. Launched in August 2024, it offers Swedish players a sports betting experience built around popular events, international pools and jackpots. The brand is already active online and on personal devices, and has expanded its reach in Swedish retail through a significant network of betting shop terminals across the country. Over the past year, DBET has also strengthened its visibility in Swedish sport through partnerships with national sports bodies, including the Swedish Bandy Association and the Swedish Basketball Association. These partnerships have deepened the brand’s connection with local fans and helped reinforce its position in a competitive market. Based in Sweden, Adler brings long experience in commercial leadership, digital growth and sports gaming. His most recent role was Chief Commercial Officer at RoninSport.io , a Swedish sports TV data and digital engagement provider that worked with media, iGaming and sports platforms on real-time sports content solutions. Earlier in his career, he led the Online Acquisition function at LeoVegas and held senior commercial roles across the sports media and digital entertainment sectors. His appointment comes as Immense Group invests further in its sports betting capabilities. In 2025, the company selected Altenar as its global sportsbook partner to power sports betting across its brands, supporting scale, localisation and growth in regulated markets. Marcus Adler said: “I am very pleased to join Immense Group at a time when the company is investing in sports betting, and DBET is gaining real traction in Sweden. The brand already has strong building blocks in place, from its product to its partnerships in local sport. My focus is to bring clear direction to the Nordic strategy, prepare DBET for its next phase of growth and make sure we deliver a sports betting experience that feels trusted, intuitive and genuinely competitive for players in Sweden and across the wider region.” Read related article: CourseTrack Appoints Chris Murtagh as Managing Director

MightyTips partners with CosmoBet to boost brand visibility through trusted reviews and SEO-driven content, connecting players with reliable casino and betting insights. MightyTips is pleased to announce a new partnership with CosmoBet, further strengthening its position in the global iGaming industry. This collaboration aims to increase brand awareness, deliver high-quality traffic, and connect players with reliable, well-researched casino and betting content. Under the agreement, MightyTips will work with CosmoBet to produce in-depth reviews and SEO-driven content for targeted audiences. This cooperation is intended to enhance CosmoBet's visibility and ensure players receive transparent information, clear guidance, and a user-focused experience. MightyTips is an online betting guide managed by SEOBROTHERS. Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, commented: "CosmoBet is a brand with a clear vision and a strong commitment to player value. This partnership reflects our shared focus on quality, transparency, and sustainable growth. By combining MightyTips' expertise in content development and traffic acquisition with CosmoBet's robust and diverse product offering, we are confident this cooperation will deliver long-term value for both parties." CosmoBet offers a comprehensive entertainment portfolio, including sports betting, virtual sports, e-sports, mini games, casino, and live casino content, along with integrated accounts, payouts, and bonus systems. The platform is designed to provide a seamless and engaging experience across multiple verticals. CosmoBet emphasizes responsible gambling by implementing player protection measures, clear account controls, and transparent policies to promote safe and sustainable play. Joseph Chernenko, Brand Manager at CosmoBet, added: "Although our cooperation hasn't started yet, we're approaching it with a positive outlook. Based on your proven experience and the results others have achieved, we expect this partnership to perform well from the outset. From the CosmoBet side, we offer a wide range of slot games and top-tier providers, which we believe will create a strong foundation for a smooth and successful cooperation." Read related article: MightyTips Partners with Cwinz to Expand in Asia

SBC Summit Malta brings top SEO experts together to reveal how AI is reshaping search in 2026, with panels and workshops to help iGaming brands stay visible and grow. SEO drives revenue, but AI and shifting search behaviour are making visibility harder to win. SBC Summit Malta will respond with SEO experts and workshops on what’s changing in 2026 and how to stay competitive.   The 2026 edition of the event will run from 28 to 30 April at the InterContinental, bringing together 6,000 industry stakeholders. Spanning two conference days, the programme opens with panel sessions on day one before shifting to hands-on workshops on day two, allowing delegates to explore the same topics in greater depth.   "Too many in the industry still treat SEO as a marketing add-on, when it can directly impact revenue if it’s neglected or done poorly," said Rasmus Sojmark , CEO and Founder of SBC. "That’s why we’re bringing in the experts to expose the real risks and show iGaming businesses how to rank sustainably."   On day one, Ivana Flynn , Head of SEO and Strategy at online.casino , will return to host a three-part SEO trilogy focused on the forces shaping search in 2026. From defending against negative SEO to exploring the realities of black hat tactics, these sessions will deliver practical insights into what it takes to drive rankings today.   SEO Trilogy:  Negative SEO on the Rise : Featuring Maria Sayapina (Director of SEO, Find.co ) and Sean Bianco (Co-Founder, Gain Changer ) Black Hat SEO: What’s Working, What’s Risky and What Still Pays : Featuring Conrad Bugeja (Head of SEO at LiveScore Group ) and Mile Davchevski (Head of SEO, Rhino Entertainment )  Ask Me Anything : Featuring Daniel Lux (SEO Strategist) and Alan Cladx (Co-Founder & CEO, AquaPony ) Day two shifts from strategy to execution, with hands-on SEO workshops designed to help attendees apply what they’ve learned.   In markets where visibility equals revenue, black hat SEO remains a factor few teams can afford to ignore, despite the potential long-term consequences. During Inside Black-Hat SEO: How It’s Done (and How Safe It Really Is) , SEO strategist Daniel Lux will break down key black hat tactics and show how they are used in real search environments. Attendees will leave with clear frameworks to recognise potential harmful practices and make more informed decisions without compromising long-term visibility or trust.   The use of automated models in SEO has quickly moved from a fringe tactic to a defining factor in modern search behaviour. In AI Manipulation: How Machines Are Rewriting the SERPs , Alan Cladx , Co-Founder and CEO of AquaPony , will examine how AI is influencing authority and rankings, and why these techniques are proving so effective. Through real-world examples, attendees will gain a better understanding of AI’s impact on traditional search and whether to adopt these tools or try to compete against them.   Continuing the conversation around AI’s influence, the workshop Scaling High Volume Content Operations with AI Automation will show how marketing teams and affiliates are using AI to streamline content production. Led by Victoria Olsina , Fractional Head of Web3 SEO & AI Marketing at Mezo , attendees will see real-world workflows that reveal where automation delivers the biggest gains, and what it takes to scale SEO content efficiently without compromising quality or compliance. Designed for teams who rely on search to drive growth, the SEO programme at SBC Summit Malta 2026 combines strategic insight with hands-on learning. Attendees will leave with practical frameworks they can apply immediately, from protecting rankings to scaling smarter in an AI-led search landscape. Get Your Tickets to SBC Summit Malta Secure your spot at SBC Summit Malta with our exclusive VIP Event Pass . Priced at €600 , you’ll gain access to everything SBC Summit Malta has to offer, including three days of networking, conference, and exhibition . Want an Expo+ Pass? It’s yours for €150 . If you are an operator or affiliate , you can apply for a free pass! Operators can apply for a complimentary pass here . Affiliates can apply for complimentary passes here .  Read related article: SBC Summit Malta 2026 Redefines the iGaming Experience

Genius Sports Limited acquires Legend in a $1.2bn deal, expanding its sports and gaming media network to boost fan engagement and revenue growth. Genius Sports Limited (NYSE: GENI) (“Genius Sports”) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement (“Agreement”) to acquire   Legend ,  a global, digital sports and gaming media network built to monetize attention, in a transaction valued at up to $1.2 billion, including $900 million payable at closing and an earnout of up to $300 million.   For Genius Sports, the transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to Group Adjusted EBITDA margins and Free Cash Flow conversion while maintaining at least 20% Group Revenue CAGR through 2028. On a 2026 annualized pro forma basis; after giving effect to the acquisition, the combination is expected to position us to achieve approximately $1.1 billion in Group Revenue, $320-330 million in Group Adjusted EBITDA with approximately 50% Free Cash Flow conversion.   Legend monetizes sports audiences through a scaled media network, with world-class marketing technology powering owned and operated digital properties. It also syndicates sports and betting content across major publications, such as Sports Illustrated and Yahoo Sports.   When sports fans are actively researching teams, players, odds, or scores, Legend’s technology helps connect those fans with relevant sportsbooks, gaming products, and advertisers in the moments they are most likely to act.   In 2025, Legend generated 320 million annual visits from 118 million unique visitors, with more than two-thirds returning on a regular basis. This acquisition will bring a large, highly engaged sports and gaming audience into Genius Sports’ media ecosystem, along with predictable revenue.   Through FANHub, the world’s first sports fan activation platform, Genius Sports will connect this global audience and marketing technology with its full range of over 2,000 combined sports, media and betting partners via one integrated platform.   “This deal accelerates our strategic and financial objectives, supercharges fan monetization, and builds a fully integrated sports and gaming media network,” said Mark Locke , CEO of Genius Sports. “For Genius Sports and our global partners, it delivers more data, more audience, more inventory and greater monetization of sports fans. The acquisition of Legend will drive higher margins and stronger free cash flow, positioning Genius Sports to immediately transform the market and grow the size and scale of our business.”   “Joining forces with Genius Sports brings together two world-class teams, unlocks unparalleled growth opportunities for our partners and products, and gives us an even stronger platform to scale,” said Nick Kisberg , Founder of Legend. “I am immensely proud of what we have built and the decades of hard work that have brought us here today."   Preliminary Estimates of 2025 Financial Results and Updated Financial Outlook   Additionally, Genius Sports is reporting its preliminary unaudited estimates of financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, subject to normal year-end adjustments:   Group Revenue of $669 million, reflecting 31% year-on-year growth Group Adjusted EBITDA of $136 million, reflecting 59% year-on-year growth Group Adjusted EBITDA margin of 20% Cash and cash equivalents of $281 million                                                                  Genius Sports also expects it would generate Group Revenue of approximately $810-820 million, and Group Adjusted EBITDA of approximately $180-190 million in 2026 on a standalone basis. At the midpoint, this represents Group Revenue and Group Adjusted EBITDA growth of 22% and 36%, respectively, and a Group Adjusted EBITDA margin of 23%.   The acquisition and integration of Legend will also set a higher performance benchmark for 2028, reflecting the expanded scale of Genius Sports’ media and advertising platform and accelerated monetization across its global inventory:   Group Revenue of $1.6 billion, representing approximately 21% CAGR from 2026 to 2028 Group Adjusted EBITDA margin of approximately 35% Free Cash Flow conversion of at least 60%   Transaction Details   The upfront consideration represents $900 million at close, comprising $800 million in cash and $100 million in stock consideration, with an additional earnout of up to $300 million split evenly across two years post-closing. The earnout is tied to the achievement of certain profitability and cash flow thresholds and is payable in cash or stock, at Genius’ election, subject to customary conditions.   At closing, Genius Sports expects to fund the acquisition with a $850 million Term Loan B issuance, with its revolving credit facility remaining undrawn. Pro forma leverage is expected to be below 3.0x, and the company expects to rapidly delever by more than half by 2028, driven by our strong and visible growth trajectory. The proposed acquisition is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.   Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. and Goldman Sachs & Co, LLC, are serving as financial advisors to Genius Sports and are providing committed financing related to the transaction. Macfarlanes LLP and Kirkland & Ellis LLP are serving as legal counsel to Genius Sports.   Oakvale Capital LLP and The Raine Group are serving as financial advisors to Legend. Latham & Watkins LLP and Herzog Fox & Neeman are serving as legal counsel to Legend.   Webcast and Conference Call Details   Genius Sports management will host a conference call and webcast today at 8:00AM  ET to discuss the acquisition.   The live conference call and webcast may be accessed on the Genius Sports Investor Relations website at investors.geniussports.com or via the direct link below: https://genius-sports-acquisition-of-legend-feb-2026.open-exchange.net/   A replay of the webcast will be available on the website within 24 hours after the call. Read related article: Genius Sports Partners with Lega Serie A Until 2029

BETFRED partner with SPORTRADAR to upgrade retail betting tech across 1,300 UK shops, delivering faster performance, smarter risk control and a better in-store experience. Betfred has extended and expanded its longstanding partnership with Sportradar (NASDAQ: SRAD). Under the new agreement, Sportradar will upgrade the retail platform technology across Betfred’s 1,300 UK shops, ensuring a sustainable and engaging betting experience on the high street. The additional multi-year scope of work further strengthens a partnership built over the past decade. Sportradar’s future ready retail platform enables faster operations and effective risk control.  The technology allows Betfred to handle intense data loads around big sporting moments and scale in real-time as bets are placed, ensuring bettors can engage with their sports and place a wager regardless of an event’s popularity.  Under the terms of the agreement, Sportradar will oversee continuous improvements to the Betfred retail platform to ensure ongoing operational excellence and adherence to local regulation and compliance. Furthermore, the technical framework allows Betfred to integrate a multitude of Sportradar’s next generation products and services to deliver a contemporary in-shop experience.  Duncan McDonald, Head of Corporate and Retail Support, Betfred said: “This agreement re-affirms our joint commitment to one another, to develop new products and features that enhance our customer offerings. It future proofs our retail business and secures our partnership with Betfred’s in house technology team and Sportradar for years to come.” Paolo Personeni, EVP, Managed Betting Services, Sportradar said: “In today’s hyper-competitive marketplace Sportradar is well positioned to help Betfred achieve its long-term growth objectives. With high street operations closely watched, the technological capabilities powering the Sportradar Retail Platform will allow Betfred to deliver a sustainable and long-term retail offering that engages today’s demanding sports bettors.”   Read related article: ACN Spotlight: Sportradar’s Role In Global Sports Bett ing