Affiliate Announcements
XLMedia expands into Romania with affiliate acquisition

XLMedia‘s Ory Weihs (Group CEO) has reaffirmed his company’s commitment to the igaming industry with the announcement that it has bought a portfolio of Romanian-facing affiliate websites and obtained a licence in the country.
The digital marketing company paid approximately US$1m for the online betting and gambling content websites, the most significant of which is ponturi-bune.ro, a predominantly sports-focused affiliate site that also covers the casino and poker verticals.
Although this year XLMedia has made significant acquisitions outside the igaming space, including Canadian credit card comparison website Greedyrates.ca and mobile performance marketing platform ClicksMob, chief executive Ory Weihs said the Romanian deal demonstrated its continuing commitment to the igaming industry.
“We have quite a lot of activities outside of gambling but still gambling is our biggest vertical and this is a display that we are still very much interested in investing in it,” said Weihs.
“Although this is a smallish deal it shows that even though we’ve acquired assets outside the gambling sector in the last couple of years as well, we’re still very much interested to grow in gambling, especially in regulated markets like Romania, and we expect to make more acquisitions in the future.”
Since 2015, in order to operate in Romania affiliates have been required to obtain a Class II licence from Romania’s National Gambling Office (ONJN). XLMedia was granted a licence in January and there are currently 28 other affiliates holding licences in the country, according to the ONJN’s website.
A number of leading European operators have entered the Romanian market since the new regulatory system was put in place, and the fact that many of its clients are already in Romania was one of the driving factors behind XLMedia’s decision to enter the market, said Weihs.
Ponturi Bune counts large European operators such as 888, Unibet and NetBet among its affiliate marketing partners.
He added that he believes the Romanian market has a lot of potential for further growth. “Of course it is a less mature market than Scandinavia or the UK but it is not necessarily a reflection of the market size.
“It always has been a very active sportsbetting market, it is a growing economy, there are quite a lot of people in Romania, it is in the European union, it is regulated so it has all the characteristics of a gambling market that we are interested in.”
XLMedia and other large affiliates such as Catena and Raketech have been very active in acquiring smaller affiliates over the past 18 months, with the pace of M&A activity expected to continue in the near future.
Affiliate Announcements
Double Up Media announces relaunch of Best Bingo Websites online bingo comparison site

Nottingham-based affiliate marketing agency Double Up Media has announced the relaunch of one of the UK’s most popular comparison websites, Best Bingo Websites.
For more than a decade, Best Bingo Websites has been consistently rated as one of the best comparison sites for online bingo players, enabling them to find the best value bonuses, promotions and UK-licensed bingo sites.
The newly relaunched Best Bingo Websites brings together the trusted reputation of this much-loved brand with Double Up Media’s web development expertise and in-depth experience in online gambling affiliation.
The site redesign has been 12 months in the making and takes a player-centric approach. The new layout has been designed in a logical way with a close attention to UX, enabling players to find exactly what they want, quickly and easily.
The new site is also packed with fresh, fun and well-researched content, including in-depth game and bonus guides. All bingo site reviews have been overhauled to give players even more information, helping them to make an informed choice when looking for the perfect place to play.
The vision of Best Bingo Websites is to be the number one online bingo comparison site. In keeping with this aim, the revamped site now has an increased selection of the best UK-licensed bingo sites, offering excellent value for players. Top brands currently available on the site include Bet365 Bingo, Betfred Bingo, Heart Bingo, Mecca Bingo and Tombola to name a few.
Double Up Media’s commitment to responsible gambling means Best Bingo Websites includes extensive guidance about Safer Gambling resources and tools, including links to responsible gambling organisations, such as GamCare, Gamble Aware and GamStop.
Director of Double Up Media, Pavlos Sideris, said: “We’re delighted to be relaunching such a well-respected bingo comparison website. Best Bingo Websites visitors are sure to love the bold redesign and insightful new content, which includes in-depth reviews of even more of the UK’s best bingo sites. We are fully committed to offering bingo fans the most comprehensive, trustworthy and responsible online gambling resource, ensuring they have all the information they need when deciding where to play.”
Affiliate Announcements
BettingLadies.com Launches Sports Betting Industry’s First Affiliate, News and Content Site For All Sports, For Women – By Women

BettingLadies.com, the first sports betting affiliate and content site for all sports written by women, for women, announced it has officially launched its public-facing site. All content on the site is written, created and produced by women content creators to explicitly provide sports betting news, information, odds and statistics for women bettors of all skill levels.
While most sites which target the women-bettor demographic segment their offering by exclusively discussing women’s sports, BettingLadies.com differentiates itself through the discussion of both women’s and men’s sports. This mixed approach to female-targeted content enables bettors to participate in and enjoy wagering opportunities around dominant leagues such as the NBA, NHL and MLB, while also embracing the emerging market of women’s sports betting.
“The genesis of BettingLadies.com is about making sports betting more accessible for women. I looked for content to help educate myself as a bettor, but found the majority of resources were clearly created to be consumed by a male audience,” said Val C. Martinez, CEO and founder of BettingLadies.com. “Multiple studies have found that nearly a third of the betting market is women, however the opportunities for female-centric content have been limited. While there are women content creators in the market, I strategically saw whitespace and wanted to create a new space where bettors could consume content from like-minded female sports fans, as well as build a platform where female creators can find a voice in the emerging sports betting market.”
Martinez brings more than 20-years experience as a banker and financial executive, leading large business groups in major financial institutions, to her role as founder of BettingLandies.com.
In addition to daily news from the sports world and daily betting lines, BettingLadies.com currently hosts the following signature elements:
- BettingLadies.com Community – Sign up and meet, interact and discuss betting with like-minded women.
- Lady Locks – Daily videos provide insights and betting information on the day’s biggest sporting events.
- Betting Guides – Educational videos, tutorials and how-to’s for all betting skills from beginners to the advanced.
- Tarot Reading – A fun free-to-play game for users to get their fortune on different sports betting experiences.
The site’s most noted content creator is a professional wrestler and sports broadcast talent Danielle Kamela. In addition to writing for BettingLadies.com, Kamela creates the site’s signature digital asset, the daily “Lady Locks” series, which posts to Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
“What drew me to working with BettingLadies.com was Val’s vision to create an approachable, judgement free and inclusive community, built on educating and supporting the growth of women bettors across the country,” Kamela said. “As a fan and bettor of all sports, Lady Locks provides me the opportunity to be flexible in the content I create, moving seamlessly from NBA to MLB games and NFL games in the fall. I’m excited about the future of this site and giving a voice to women bettors.”
In addition to Kamela, BettingLadies.com has plans to expand to more than a dozen featured personalities in the coming months.
“Beyond the launch, our goal is to evolve BettingLadies.com to be synonymous with the betting experience for women. We’ll soon begin creating in-person regional betting events based on the growth of our community,” said Martinez. “We’re continually looking for new affiliate partners, as well as voices and creators, to scale and expand our content to new mediums, social platforms and sports. As a true first mover in this category, we see nothing but potential for the future of women sports bettors.”
Affiliate Announcements
Vahe Khalatyan appointed new PartnerMatrix CEO

PartnerMatrix, an award-winning affiliate software provider in the iGaming industry, is proud to announce the appointment of Vahe Khalatyan, previously PartnerMatrix Chief Technical Officer, as its new CEO.
Since day one, Vahe has played a crucial role in the development and success of PartnerMatrix in the last eight years, proving to be a key asset and leader within the team.
His appointment follows the recent departure of previous CEO and co-founder Levon Nikoghosyan who left the business to pursue his own personal projects.
Vahe Khalatyan, CEO of PartnerMatrix, said: “I am excited to take on this role and lead PartnerMatrix into the future. I have been with the company since day one and have developed a deep understanding of its operations and the market.
“In 2023 we will continue to lead the way in iGaming affiliate marketing and focus on new tools and updates for affiliate security, providing a bespoke approach to every client.”
Ebbe Groes, CEO of EveryMatrix, added: “Vahe takes over the position with a wealth of knowledge about the company and the industry and has some exciting, innovative ideas he will implement in the months to come.
“This is a significant step, both for Vahe and PartnerMatrix, and I’m delighted he has stepped up. This is fully deserved and I’m confident his efforts, ideas, and skills will continue to bring great success to the company and the group.”
PartnerMatrix was awarded Best Affiliate Software at the EGR B2B Awards 2022, demonstrating its commitment to providing the best solutions in the industry. Under Vahe’s leadership, the company will continue to innovate and provide exceptional services to its clients in the iGaming sector.
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