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Big Betting Brands to Build on New Revenue Streams in 2021
Rain, shine, regulation issues or pandemic, it seems nothing stops the UK sports betting industry from moving forward with new plans to evolve and find additional ways to turn a profit.
That being said, there’s no question that 2020 has been one of the more challenging years, even for the giants of the UK sportsbook sector. Beyond the lockdowns of physical betting shops as well as football and other major sports leagues shutting down for three months, regulation is always a concern. This is especially true when it comes to the protection of underage and problem gamblers.
For instance, recently, the Gambling Related Harm All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) called for a ban on gambling advertisements in the UK. The issue the APPG has isn’t specifically related to the ads themselves, but the serious negative effects they may have on individuals who are trying to distance themselves from the industry due to gambling-related problems, addiction or any other reason.
Still, even with the ongoing pandemic and the threat of tightening regulations, UK bookmakers, particularly the industry’s big bookies like BetFred, William Hill, Ladbrokes and Coral, to name a few, continue to push forward with the hopes of making 2021 a more profitable year than 2020.
Betfred Hopes to Make it Big in the US Betting Market
Taking a look at Betfred, this isn’t an operator that is keen to put all of its eggs into one basket and is quick to find new revenue streams whenever given the chance. For instance, it jumped on the mobile betting bandwagon years back when it became available and now the brand holds one of the most downloaded betting apps in the UK market. Meanwhile, Last year (2019), it entered the US betting market with big plans for its Betfred USA operations.
Even though Betfred USA had not yet launched online when everything shut down due to the pandemic, once Iowa casinos reopened and they launched in Colorado, the sport that has brought Betfred the biggest action in the US market has been MMA. While this certainly pales in comparison to the big US team sports such as the NFL, NBA and MLB, once these are back in full swing next year, the company expects to see an uptick in volume.
William Hill Intends to Merge its Retail and Online Businesses
William Hill is another big bookie making the news. William Hill is set to merge retail and online businesses according to a recent announcement made by the UK operator. Phil Walker, William Hill’s UK online managing director has announced that he will take over responsibility for the UK Single Market Division and will work alongside the head of the retail division, Nicola Frampton, during a six-month transition period before Frampton steps down.
The merger is William Hill’s new plan to overcome regulatory and economic obstacles, including the betting restrictions decision on FOBT in 2019, which resulted in the shuttering of 713 of its betting shops.
Ladbrokes and Coral Re-open Betting Shops
Wasting no time for the opportunity to welcome back profits from their physical betting shops, GVC announced the re-opening of its Ladbrokes and Coral betting shops in England back in June. Since 15 June, all 2,455 shops in England have opened their doors with the ease of the pandemic lockdown in the UK.
That said, new health and safety measures have been put into place to support social distancing and additional hand sanitizer stations. Moreover, there are pre-shop opening checks as well as clear guidance on maximum customer occupancy levels, which are based on the layout and size of each shop. GVC is gearing up to make the most of the remainder of 2020, readying to welcome in a more revenue rich 2021.
All in all, it will be interesting to see what other new steps UK bookies – big or small – will take to ensure that next year is a profitable one.
Affiliate Announcements
Management Buyout Successfully Completed at ReferOn
ReferOn, an affiliate management platform for the iGaming sector, today revealed the successful conclusion of a management buyout. Former General Manager Alex Bukin purchases the platform, moving the company into its next stage of independent growth. Bukin will take on the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to advance the company.
Assessing the platform’s path three years after its launch, Alex Bukin, CEO of ReferOn remarked: “This is a significant moment for ReferOn and marks the start of a new phase for the company.” The management buyout offers us the long-term perspective needed to consistently enhance the platform. We uphold our dedication to product development, enhancing our solutions for partners, and facilitating ReferOn’s ongoing expansion in significant markets.
The acquisition comes after a significant phase of advancement for the firm. Established on a base of operational effectiveness and scalable technology, ReferOn persists in expanding its footprint throughout the industry. In its initial year, the platform announced 35.7 million clicks, 2.4 million sign-ups, 18,000 affiliates, and 136,000 active trackers. The company’s extensive range of tools enhances flexibility for operators and affiliates, generating momentum that recently led to ReferOn being recognized as the “Best Affiliate Platform” in 2025 and 2026 by key industry players.
This change will not impact daily operations; assistance and current collaborations will continue as normal. As part of its continuous growth strategy, ReferOn is enhancing its product lineup with the introduction of new features, such as Refie, the integrated interface layer of the platform. The platform continually improves user experience and security via dynamic reporting, Company Grouping, Sub-Affiliation, Independent Deal Calculation (IDC), two-factor authentication (2FA), and thorough mobile optimization.
To maintain operational continuity, the current leadership team stays intact, guaranteeing stability as the company moves into its next phase of growth. With Bukin’s appointment as CEO, Vlad Bondarenko has moved from Head of Product to Chief Product Officer, and David Harris, who was previously Operations Lead, has become Chief Operations Officer. As the organization embarks on its next phase, it continues to prioritize equipping operators with top-tier tools and a dedication to providing the future of affiliate management.
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Sports bettor Kwiff supercharges its affiliate strategy with new RavenTrack partnership
Kwiff, the pioneer of the “supercharged” betting experience, has officially announced the appointment of RavenTrack as its primary affiliate tracking provider. This strategic partnership aims to enhance Kwiff’s affiliate operations through RavenTrack’s advanced platform-as-a-service (PaaS) technology.
By integrating RavenTrack’s sophisticated tracking solutions, Kwiff intends to streamline its affiliate program management, ensuring greater transparency, accuracy, and efficiency for its growing network of partners.
The move comes as Kwiff continues to scale its presence across the UK and international markets, leveraging its unique algorithm that randomly supercharges any bet, regardless of the sport or market.
“From our very first conversation, it was clear that Kwiff were looking for more than just a tracking platform, they needed a partner who could genuinely match their ambition and long-term strategic vision. We’re truly grateful that Kwiff chose RavenTrack in what was a highly competitive process, and I’m personally proud to have helped bring the partnership together,” said Kate Scowen, sales and growth manager at RavenTrack.
“The first few months of working together have already been fantastic, and it’s been a real pleasure working with their team. We’re excited for what’s ahead and look forward to building a strong, long-lasting relationship together.”
Jack Milner, campaign manager at Kwiff, commented on the partnership, saying: “RavenTrack came highly recommended and with a strong track record within the iGaming sphere. We have enjoyed a fantastic start, working with their brilliant and incredibly helpful team and I look forward to a long and fruitful partnership together.”
The collaboration aligns with Kwiff’s recent period of rapid expansion. RavenTrack’s reputation for providing high-performance tracking and exceptional customer support was a decisive factor in the selection process. As an industry leader in affiliate tech, RavenTrack will provide Kwiff with the robust infrastructure required to manage complex data sets and optimise ROI for its affiliate channel.
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N1 SEO Traffic Cup First Chapter is Over — Winners and Results
The first tournament of the N1 Traffic Cups series, N1 SEO Traffic Cup, has ended.
Over the course of two months, more than 300 teams drove SEO traffic to N1 Partners casino and betting brands, competing for prizes and demonstrating the efficiency of their strategies.
Learn which teams made it to the top and their levels, key facts and figures, as well as comments from the winners about their experiences, strategies, and results achieved.
N1 SEO Traffic Cup in figures: prizes and participants
It is important to note that the teams’ results were evaluated not only in terms of traffic volumes but also in terms of scaling and diversifying traffic between several brands.
Tournament in figures:
- 14 teams reached the prize levels;
- 54 teams with Participant status that are not included in the prize levels will participate in an additional prize draw;
- 300+ teams drove SEO traffic during the tournament.
Among the prizes at various levels are attending top global sporting events – from F1 in Monaco to the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in the USA; flying in zero gravity; an all-inclusive dream vacation in the Maldives; BMW and Ducati bikes; Apple gadgets; Cartier jewellery; Rolex watches and much more.
Alexa Bond, Head of Affiliates at N1 Partners, also notes the importance of the event for the company and partners: “N1 Traffic Cups is a reflection of how we see the promo: with transparent mechanics, an emphasis on real results and the opportunity for partners to scale and earn more. This is not just a promo; it is a motivation system for our partners.
The N1 SEO Traffic Cup has once again proved the value of a strong partnership: the high engagement, expertise, and strong results of the participants show that such events are equally effective for both partners and N1 Partners, building long-term interest, trust, and mutual engagement.”
Winners’ shortlist
Two months of competition, scaling, and testing to ensure that only the strongest remain in the finals. Below are the teams that have reached the prize levels and are among the winners of the N1 SEO Traffic Cup.
Depending on the number of points scored, participants reached one of four prize levels with rewards worth: €25,000, €15,000, €7,000, and €5,000 per team, based on their final tournament ranking.
Winners about N1 SEO Traffic Cup
How the tournament unfolded, what motivated the winners to keep climbing higher through the ranks, and the emotions they experienced along the way — told firsthand by the participants of the N1 SEO Traffic Cup.
Alfaleads Network
“Our result became possible due to a combination of factors: firstly, we specialise in SEO traffic and have many strong and stable SEO partners, both large and small. In addition, we would like to note that the N1 products have good CRs, so we got a real win-win here.
For our team, the coolest prize at Level 3 is the Kronos massage chair. In our field, sometimes you just want to switch off and exhale, so this is the most relevant thing. Moreover, such a chair will definitely never be empty in the office,” emphasises the Alfaleads Network team, Level 3 winners.
Advertise
«Strong products, competitive conditions, and a team that’s always ready to help and quickly resolve any issues are what truly motivate performance in N1 Partners promos.
We took part in the N1 Puzzle Promo last year and were excited to join the N1 SEO Traffic Cup this time. Back then, the main prize was a helicopter, along with additional rewards available throughout the tournament. This year’s level-based format with different prize categories is a smart move — it allows you to choose rewards based on your preferences.
At our Level 4, the most appealing prize is Apple glasses. However, for us, the most practical option is the cash reward, which we’ll use to reward the entire team that contributed to the final result,” said a representative of Advertise, a Level 4 prize winner.
RevenueLab
“In many ways, our result is about a combination of product understanding and constant work with traffic. When you know the strengths of the offers, it is much easier to find the right traffic for them and build working links.
We tried to analyse traffic from the web more deeply, look at user behaviour, see the quality of sources and how stable the result is over time. Everything that showed potential was quickly scaled up, but weak bundles were not kept — they were either refined or disabled.
Of course, interaction with N1 managers played a big role: there was always quick feedback, openness to hypotheses discussion and help with optimisation, which greatly accelerated the work.
As a result, it was this combination of product expertise, analytics, and live communication that produced this result.
In our segment, the MacBook looks the coolest, but each prize offered is unique. Separately, we would like to note that N1 always has the best gifts and rewards!” the RevenueLab team, the winner of Level 4, comments.
For teams with Participant status who did not enter the prize levels of the tournament, scoring from 20 to 499 points, an additional prize draw was held — PlayStation 5 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and exclusive N1 Partners merch.
The results can be found in the N1 Partners Instagram on May 8th!
The second tournament from the N1 Traffic Cups series is coming soon — don’t miss the updates from N1 Partners!
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- 14+ casino and betting brands with high Reg2Dep
- 10+ Tier-1 GEOs
- CPA up to €700 and RevShare up to 55% + NNCO for top affiliates
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