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Nigel Leigh Appointed CTO at Footballco from XL Media PLC

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Hire boots Footballco’s revenue diversification strategy

Global football content and media company, Footballco has announced the appointment of Nigel Leigh as its chief technology officer. Leigh joins Footballco from XL Media PLC where he held the role of chief information officer.

At Footballco, Leigh will be responsible for product design, development and engineering for the company’s portfolio of football media brands, which include global football brand, GOAL and leading women’s brand INDIVISA, as well as local market titles, including MUNDIAL (UK), Kooora (MENA), Voetbalzone (Netherlands), Spox (Germany), and Calciomercato (Italy).

Across its brands, Footballco reaches between 80m – 100m fans a month through its web and app platforms, driving more than one billion user sessions [according to measurement platform SimilarWeb].

Before XL Media, Leigh was chief digital technology officer at Johnston Press and head of commercial platforms (digital) for Telegraph Media Group.

Leigh’s new role will see him join Footballco’s leadership team and report to Footballco CEO Juan Delgado.

Leigh will be responsible for leading design, product and engineering teams across Footballco offices in the UK, Germany, Italy, Poland and the Middle East.

Delgado said, “Since Footballco was spun out of DAZN in 2020, with backing from TPG, we’ve seen significant growth, with 2x revenue as well as revenue diversification, making Footballco less reliant on the traditional ad media model. This has been aided by significant progress across affiliate revenue as well as growth in new markets, such as the Middle East and US.

“Nigel represents an important hire for the company to take this progress to the next level, as demonstrated by his time at XL Media PLC where he played an important role in growing the company’s affiliate business.

Similarly, his time at Telegraph Media Group and Johnston Press demonstrated his ability to lead large teams across global offices and bring publisher brands together into single tech stacks.”

Leigh said: “I’m excited to join Footballco and look forward to working across the company’s suite of football media brands at a time that is both exciting for the company and football in general.

“Footballco’s scale in football is unmatched, but there’s also huge room for growth, in terms of new revenue streams, affiliates and new markets, whether they’re geographical or demographic, such as women’s football.”

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Gentoo Media extends partnership with Betsson Group for automated brand protection tool GiG Comply

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Gentoo Media is pleased to announce that the partnership with Betsson Group Affiliates (BGA) for GiG Comply has been extended for another year. The agreement marks the fifth consecutive year that Betsson will continue to use Gentoo Media’s automated compliance and brand protection tool, GiG Comply.

The extended partnership between Betsson and GiG Comply, further strengthens the ongoing collaboration between the two companies, ensuring that Betsson continues to uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance across its extensive brand portfolio. GiG Comply’s comprehensive monitoring tool gives Betsson Group Affiliates the necessary means to ensure that their marketing efforts remain compliant, and meet regulatory demands across various markets.

Rasmus Bank Nielsen, Head of GiG Comply said: “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Betsson Group, one of the industry’s leading operators. The renewal of our agreement, for a fifth consecutive year, underscores the importance of regulatory compliance and the effectiveness of GiG Comply. We look forward to continuing to support Betsson in maintaining the highest standards of compliance in their marketing efforts”.

Shakyra Jonsson, Senior Affiliate Operations & Events Manager at Betsson Group Affiliates, added:
“We are pleased to extend our partnership with GiG Comply for a fifth consecutive year. As a company committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance, it is crucial that we continue using tools like GiG Comply to ensure that our affiliate marketing efforts align with the diverse regulations across the markets we operate in. This partnership reaffirms our dedication to safeguarding our brand while remaining compliant in a rapidly evolving industry.”

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QiH Group’s first-ever CTO joins the London office, underpinning in-house tech talent

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Affiliate giant grows from strength to strength as the latest member of the C-suite team joins, bringing international B2B expertise to the iGaming sector

One of betting and gaming’s best-known power affiliate businesses, QiH Group, has announced the next steps in its ambitious, four-year growth plan: on Monday, the company welcomed Chief Technology Officer Sachin Saxena.

The new CTO is the latest member of the C-suite to head to QiH Group, joining recent appointee David Murphy as CMO – as well as Andrew Lee’s promotion to COO.

The CTO role will oversee technology initiatives, policies and integration with QiH Group’s strategic objectives. In his remit, Saxena will work with the company’s senior leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to transition previously outsourced functions and platforms to in-house talent.

The tech expert has previously held roles with digital health company Congenica as well as online legal platform Rocket Lawyer and fintech firm Dealogic.

Jamie Walters, QiH Group’s CEO, said that the rapid growth of the company has made hiring the right CTO a priority.

“Working in the affiliate space is as challenging as it is rewarding – mainly because of the fast-paced nature and how competitive our products have to be. Investing in a CTO was the best decision for us now, as our in-house tech talent blossoms and we require next-gen leadership to scale the tech stack quickly. Sachin’s software engineering,  development and leadership experience in the B2B sphere are excellent, and we’re so pleased to welcome him,” says Walters.

Saxena spoke about his move into the iGaming sphere in glowing terms, saying: “Whether it’s software engineering, information science or managing tech talent, I love using my background to benefit a new sector. I’m really excited about the move into betting and gaming, and I know that QiH Group will be the next new challenge for me as I oversee the migration and integration of platforms, as well as building a high-performing team who will enhance the firm’s abilities.”

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Casumo Renews its Partnership with NetRefer as its Affiliate Marketing Platform Provider

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Casumo, a multi-award-winning Online Casino and Sportsbook, has renewed its partnership with NetRefer, a leading affiliate marketing platform provider. The iGaming business is one of the most distinctive online casino and sports betting operators in Europe.

Founded in Sweden in 2012 and headquartered in Malta, Casumo is an innovative and mobile-first online gaming group. Over the years, the company has gone from strength to strength and today offers its products in several highly regulated markets including  Sweden, the United Kingdom, and other emerging markets worldwide. The iGaming company has been with NetRefer since its inception.

Casumo Services Limited hold licences in Malta, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Gibraltar, Ontario, and Spain. These licences are the backbone of their operations and regulate the company to maintain a safe and secure gambling environment.

Numerous features on Casumo’s platform offer players unique betting experiences. Reel Races are daily tournaments that let players compete with each other in real-time slots races for a chance to win cash prizes.

Everything players participate in at Casumo is part of a greater game. As members play their favourite online casino games, they also partake in an in-game adventure,  collecting points and getting rewarded as they level up.

To ensure players can log in fast and easily, Casumo developed their own Casumo App, which supports Fingerprint Login, TouchID, and FaceID. The Spotlight game search lets players look up all their favourite mobile slots while the Quick Launch gives instant access to the last played mobile slot games. Another unique feature allows players to minimise the mobile slot game by pinching the screen.

By creating a user-friendly, highly rewarding, and entertaining experience, Casumo has witnessed great success and growth, and its achievements have not gone unrecognised. Over the years, the iGaming company has won various awards in numerous categories from EGR, ICA, and IGA.

To support their players, they have a team of dedicated ambassadors who work around the clock with customer support. Over 300 employees work for the company in offices across Malta, Barcelona, and Gibraltar.

Casumo has a team of professionals available to assist individuals struggling with gambling issues and a dedicated website called casumocares.com. They help players control their gambling habits and set customised limits.

The Casumo Affiliation Team’s goal is to support their affiliate partners in a personal and helpful manner. They believe trust and transparency are key factors in building sustainable relationships. Affiliates can sign up for the affiliate program to receive their digital affiliate welcome pack.

Ivan Vuckovic, Growth Director at Casumo, expressed the company’s content with their partnership renewal. “NetRefer’s robust platform has provided a solid base for us to develop strong affiliate relationships and scale our business.”

“Casumo understands the importance of transparency with their affiliates to ensure long-term successful relationships,” Dexter Cutajar, CEO at NetRefer, claimed. “We are delighted to continue partnering with Casumo, with whom we share core values and a search for excellence.”

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