Why BetMGM is Banking On Players Returning From the Unlicensed Ecosystem

(AsiaGameHub) -   BetMGM Chief Executive Officer Adam Greenblatt has reinforced his belief that players acquired by unlicensed operators will naturally return to regulated operators simply because the experience offered is superior.  By specifically noting the prevalence and rising competition in prediction markets, Greenblatt confirmed his view that the company is stronger because it maintains much higher margins than any single player in the prediction market sector. In a briefing to investors, he cautioned that ‘if you are a professional bettor, a market maker, or a high school student, unfortunately, there isn’t a better option for you than prediction markets – but these are not our target players’.  He suggested that the long-term sustainability of prediction markets is gloomy, considering the specific player base they are attracting.  Greenblatt acknowledged that the iGaming sector is undergoing a natural evolution and growing more intense; however, he emphasized that its momentum is being driven by its omnichannel strategy.  The BetMGM CEO stated: “We are utilizing the skills and experience of MGM Resorts and their entertainment strengths in multiple areas. We have seen another part of our strategy prove extremely successful; our players have enjoyed using our engagement tools. We are seeing engagement from our entire player base on average many days a week.” Retention has continued to improve as the company relies more on rewards and live experiences, seeking to distinguish its product from prediction markets.  Moreover, the group has also profited from a series of strong game releases, including the Wizard of Oz and Wheel of Fortune titles, which help it to stand out in a competitive industry.   Confidence regarding 2027 BetMGM has voiced its confidence in hitting its $500m EBITDA goal for 2027, even as it reported that its adjusted EBITDA for this year might come in at the lower end of its guidance. The operator reported year-over-year revenue growth in both iGaming and online sports betting in its Q1 FY26 financial results, but the announcement that it will likely land near the bottom of its $300m-$350m EBITDA guidance range is attracting attention. During BetMGM’s Q1 earnings call, CEO Adam Greenblatt was asked by investors what supports the operator's confidence that it can still meet its $500m EBITDA target by 2027, despite the expectation of lower-end guidance figures for the current year. Greenblatt replied: “The foundation is that we have a very healthy business. On the gaming side, we are approaching $2bn in revenue, and we have many exciting offerings in the pipeline for our players.  “As I noted in my opening remarks, the best game on the retail floor, Gold Blitz and its franchise, is now exclusive to BetMGM for the initial period when it is most appealing to serious gamers.  “We are seeing player values rise, and NGR per player is increasing. We are deriving more value from Nevada and our omnichannel approach, with many exciting developments ahead. While the World Cup is a one-off event this year, it acts as a growth stimulus. Most notably for this year, we have the Alberta launch, now confirmed for July 13.  “Additionally, our ‘sleeping giant’ casino brand, Borgata, is highly relevant in the Northeast. We are refreshing and repositioning that brand for a different audience and demographic to expand our appeal to more gamers beyond the core BetMGM brand, and we see no limit to the number of premium players.  “Combine all of this with the potential for a new iGaming state next year in Virginia, and the possibility of a more rational sports marketing or CPA environment, and you can clearly see a path forward. Are there risks? Of course. But do we remain confident that this is achievable? Yes, and that is the balance.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Doubleview Gold Corp. Announces Filing of Preliminary Economic Assessment Technical Report for the Hat Project

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - April 14, 2026) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) ("Doubleview" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has filed the independent National Instrument 43-101 Technical Report entitled "Preliminary Economic Assessment of the Hat Polymetallic Project, British Columbia, Canada" (the "Technical Report") on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and it can also be viewed on the Company's website at www.doubleview.ca. The Technical Report supports the positive Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") results for the Company's 100%-owned Hat polymetallic porphyry project ("Hat" or the "Project"), located in northwestern British Columbia, as announced on March 2, 2026 and clarified on March 23, 2026.The PEA demonstrates robust project economics for the Hat Project, including:NPV:After-tax NPV(5%) of C$6.73 billion and IRR of 23% at Consensus Metal PricesAfter-tax NPV(5%) of C$13.53 billion and IRR of 39% at Spot Metal PricesNPV Including scandium and the associated processing circuit:After-tax NPV(5%) of C$7.27 billion and IRR of 19% at Consensus Metal PricesAfter-tax NPV(5%) of C$14.85 billion and IRR of 32% at Spot Metal PricesThree processing scenarios were evaluated-Scenario A1 (A1) a Cu-Au-Ag-Co flotation base case using current testwork recoveries1, Scenario A2 (A2), the same base case using expected recoveries1, and Scenario B (B), a Cu-Au-Ag-Co flowsheet with an added hydrometallurgical circuit and scandium recovery circuit, with results indicating the Project is financially attractive even without the scandium component.Highlights:Robust Project Economics: The PEA demonstrates a high-margin operation with an After-Tax NPV(5%) of C$4.96 billion (A1), C$6.73 billion (A2), or C$7.27 billion (B), and an IRR of 19% (A1), 23% (A2), or 19% (B) at analyst consensus metal prices2. Using a spot-price scenario3, the Project delivers a compelling after-tax NPV(5%) of C$11.05 billion (A1), C13.53 billion (A2), or C$14.85 billion (B) and an IRR of 34% (A1), 39% (A2), or 32% (B).Sensitivity Highlight: Project economics show the greatest leverage to overall metal prices, with NPV (5%) ranging from C$3.2 billion to C$10.2 billion (IRR: 14%-32%) at ±20% on all metals; even under additional +20% CAPEX and +20% OPEX sensitivities, applied on top of a 25% contingency already embedded in the base case, all scenarios deliver IRRs of 16% or better, and Scenario B provides additional scandium oxide upside with NPV(5%) of C$6.5 billion-C$8.1 billion (IRR: 18%-20%) at ±40% metal price.Scale and Longevity: The mine plan supports a multi-decade life of 25 years at a 120,000 tonnes-per-day processing rate, underpinned by a resource base of 609 Mt at 0.43% CuEq4 in the Measured and Indicated categories and 503 Mt at 0.41% CuEq4 in the Inferred category.High-Output Production Profile B: Envisioned as a conventional large-scale open-pit operation, the Project is expected to produce an average of over 74 kt of copper, 254 koz of gold, 376 koz of silver and 2.7 kt of cobalt annually during the first 10 years, with life-of-mine (LOM) average production of 67.6 kt Cu, 217 koz Au, 348 koz Ag, 2.5 kt Co, and 128 tonnes of scandium oxide per year. (NOTE: based on publicly reported 2024 North American cobalt mine production of approximately 3,800-4,000 tonnes (Natural Resources Canada; U.S. Geological Survey), the projected cobalt output is estimated to represent approximately 69% of current regional mined supply).Strategic Importance for Critical Minerals: The Project is positioned as a primary North American source of copper, scandium, and cobalt. With approximately 2.42 billion pounds of copper, 80 million pounds of cobalt and 2,415 tonnes of scandium oxide contained5 in the Measured and Indicated categories, the Project represents an important discovery of critical minerals.Stable, Supportive Jurisdiction: Located in a premier mining district in British Columbia, the Project benefits from a stable regulatory environment. The Company is committed to engaging with local First Nations in a respectful manner and to working toward positive and constructive relationships as the Project advances.Catalyst for Development: The PEA serves as the technical foundation for an immediate transition into a Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS), providing a clear roadmap for early works and permitting activities in 2026 and 2027.Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO of Doubleview Gold Corp., commented: "The filing of the full PEA Technical Report solidifies the robust economics outlined in March. With an after-tax NPV(5%) reaching up to C$7.27 billion at consensus prices and up to C$14.85 billion at spot prices, we believe the Hat Project is emerging as a Tier 1 asset. It is a large-scale, long-life polymetallic opportunity in a premier jurisdiction with strong exposure to critical metals including copper, scandium and cobalt. We look forward to advancing this strategic asset toward pre-feasibility while continuing to unlock value from its copper, gold, scandium and cobalt potential."The Company cautions that the PEA is preliminary in nature and includes inferred mineral resources that are considered too speculative geologically to have the economic considerations applied to them that would enable them to be categorized as mineral reserves. There is no certainty that the PEA will be realized. Mineral resources that are not mineral reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability.Qualified PersonsThe Technical Report was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. The scientific and technical information contained in this news release has been reviewed and approved by the following Qualified Persons, each responsible for their respective areas of the Technical Report:Tomasz Wawruch - Geology and Mineral Resource EstimateShervin Teymouri - Mining engineering, capital and operating cost estimates, financial analysisAndrew Carter - Metallurgical testwork, recovery assumptions, and process metallurgyAndre de Ruijter - Process design, plant engineering, and process capital and operating costsFranky Li - Tailings management and tailings storage facility designJayesh Rami - Site infrastructure, civil works, access roads, and supporting facilitiesDoubleview acknowledges that the Project is located on the traditional territories of the Tahltan Nation and the Taku River Tlingit First Nation, and recognizes their enduring relationship to and stewardship of the land and waters. Doubleview is committed to respectful, transparent, and ongoing engagement with First Nations and local communities whose territories overlap the Project area and access routes, with a focus on protecting water and the environment and advancing responsible development.Readers are encouraged to review the full Technical Report on the Company's website at www.doubleview.ca and on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca for complete details, assumptions, risks, sensitivities, and qualifications.About Doubleview Gold Corp.Doubleview Gold Corp., a mineral resource exploration and development company based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG), the OTCQB (DBLVF), the Berlin Stock Exchange (GER: A1W038), and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (1D4). Doubleview identifies, acquires, and finances precious and base metal exploration projects in North America, particularly in British Columbia. The Company increases shareholder value through the acquisition and exploration of quality gold, copper, cobalt, scandium, and silver properties-collectively critical minerals-and through the application of advanced, state-of-the-art exploration methods. Doubleview's portfolio of strategic properties provides diversification and mitigates investment risk.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad ShirvaniPresident & CEOOn behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold CorpVancouver, BC Farshad ShirvaniPresident & CEOInstitutional Line: (604) 607-5470T: (604) 678-9587E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information." In particular references to the Mineral Resource Estimate and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/292439 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Allwyn reinforces “Millionaire Maker” role through National Lottery updates

(AsiaGameHub) -   Allwyn UK states that upcoming changes to the National Lottery will increase the number of UK millionaires from around 140 per year to approximately 345 annually, effectively more than doubling the figure. This announcement sets the stage for a summer of updates to the National Lottery, with Allwyn confirming both the launch of a redesigned Lotto format and the introduction of a UK-exclusive version of Powerball. Starting June 7, Lotto will adopt a new two-stage draw structure, giving players two chances to win with a single £2 ticket. The change will significantly boost overall winning odds for players — from one-in-9.3 to one-in-4.9 — while retaining the existing prize entry processes. Players can win in one or both rounds, with jackpots starting at £2m and rolling over up to five times before a must-be-won draw. Allwyn believes the enhanced structure will strengthen Lotto’s long-standing reputation as the UK’s “millionaire maker”, with two paths to £1m prizes remaining intact: matching six numbers for the jackpot, or five numbers plus the Bonus Ball for a fixed £1m payout. Complementing the Lotto revamp is the planned rollout of a UK-adapted Powerball game later this summer, marking the first time the global jackpot game will be available outside the US. Priced at £4 per line, UK players will join a shared jackpot pool that starts at around £12m and remains uncapped, with top prizes paid out over 30 years. The introduction of Powerball is expected to generate an additional £1bn for UK Good Causes over its first five years, as Allwyn aims to expand the National Lottery’s appeal through larger jackpots and a broader game portfolio. Supporting the rollout, Allwyn highlighted that the changes follow the successful 2024 transition of the National Lottery to a new operating system developed in partnership with Scientific Games. The upgraded platform has enabled enhanced retail and digital capabilities, forming the backbone for launching new game formats. As part of its retail transformation, Allwyn also began the large-scale deployment of over 30,000 new Wave lottery terminals in August 2025, replacing legacy Altura machines across the UK. Andria Vidler, CEO of Allwyn UK, said: “We are delivering on our promise to bring more games, more entertainment and more innovation to the National Lottery. With extensive upgrades to our digital and retail channels now complete, we have a fantastic summer lined up as we bring these exciting new games to our players. “Lotto has always been the best game to play if you want to become a millionaire. “Our new Lotto gives players two chances of winning £1m-plus for the same £2 they spend today, creating hundreds more millionaires every year. And with its transformative jackpots, we’re certain that our UK-specific version of Powerball will capture the public’s imagination.” The operator added that the dual launch reflects its wider strategy to modernise the Lottery’s offering, increase player engagement and ultimately grow returns to Good Causes, with a long-term ambition to double weekly contributions to £60m by 2034. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Hands-on workshops bring AI to the forefront at SBC Summit Malta 2026

(AsiaGameHub) -   SBC Summit Malta 2026 is rolling out AI-centric workshops aimed at providing gaming industry stakeholders with a concrete, practical grasp of how artificial intelligence is influencing operations throughout the sector. As AI transitions from theoretical potential to real-world use, the gaming industry is growing more focused not on if to adopt AI, but on how to deploy it effectively, ethically, and at scale. The AI workshops at SBC Summit Malta 2026 are crafted to respond to this shift, moving from abstract talks to hands-on practice. Spanning the event’s two-day conference schedule, the workshops are built around active engagement—attendees dive into real-world scenarios instead of just listening to high-level discussions. Every session aims to help participants experiment with ideas, polish their strategies, and gain insight into how AI is already being used in critical parts of gaming operations. Though AI’s roots go back to the 1950s, its prevalence has skyrocketed over the last ten years, touching both popular culture and every sphere of business. This trend peaked with the launch of ChatGPT, which gained 100 million users in only two months—making it the fastest-growing consumer software app in history. Speaking about the choice to expand AI-related content in the conference agenda, SBC’s Senior Conference Producer Natalie Lees said: “The conversation around AI has moved on. The industry is no longer debating whether to adopt it. That question has largely been answered. However, while adoption has accelerated, much of AI’s use across the sector remains relatively basic.” “At SBC Summit Malta 2026, we want to move beyond surface-level applications and help the industry understand how AI can be used more strategically, efficiently, and at scale, through formats that encourage active participation rather than passive listening.” “From AI tools to AI embedded in business workflows: How AI is transforming workflows, decision-making, data, and technology” delves into the most effective methods for adopting and rolling out AI across businesses. Guided by an AI specialist, the workshop features live demonstrations that teach attendees how to use AI to streamline workflows, boost customer engagement, and enable data-driven decision-making at scale. The workshop ‘AI in HR: Empowering Teams, Not Replacing Them’ will examine how HR leaders are successfully integrating AI into their organizations. Experts Rosi Bremec (Independent, Former COO, Game Lounge), JP Xuereb (HR Director, HIT Gaming), Reija Airas (EVP, People, Culture and Communications, Veikkaus), and Christopher Grech Bonett (Founder, R77 Elitetalent) will explore how companies can use AI to enhance team performance while building the trust, communication, and reskilling frameworks needed to help employees adapt to the AI era. With 88% of digital marketers now using AI in their daily tasks, the technology has become an indispensable part of modern marketing. To help stakeholders navigate this evolving landscape, the conference will offer three targeted AI-Marketing workshops. The Future of Casino Search is Vertical AI Manipulation: How Machines Are Rewriting the SERPs Scaling High Volume Content Operations with AI Automation Workshops will also focus on preparing for future regulations and how AI can help professionals stay competitive. “How Affiliate Managers Can Use AI to Stay Ahead of the Competition”will explore ways AI can boost speed and efficiency in outreach, performance analysis, and partner optimization, while “AI in Gaming: Shaping the Industry’s First AI Charter” will examine how stakeholders can contribute to building clear, responsible standards aligned with upcoming EU regulations. SBC Summit Malta 2026 will be held from 28–30 April at the InterContinental Malta, gathering 6,000 industry professionals. The conference agenda will place a strong emphasis on workshops: day one will focus on laying theoretical foundations, while day two is entirely dedicated to hands-on sessions, supported by two workshop rooms running across both days. Get Your Tickets to SBC Summit Malta Reserve your spot at SBC Summit Malta with our VIP Event Pass. Priced at €600, you’ll gain access to everything the event has to offer, including three days of networking, conference sessions, and the exhibition.Interested in an Expo+ Pass? It’s available for €150. If you are an operator or affiliate, you can apply for a free pass! Operators can request a complimentary pass here. Affiliates can apply for their complimentary passes here. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

14 injured by improvised explosive as illegal gambling persists in the Philippines

(AsiaGameHub) -   Police in the Philippines apprehended a man suspected of detonating an explosive device at an illegal gambling establishment, leading to the closure of the venue. The incident followed a dispute over drop-ball gaming. According to local news source The Inquirer, the blast injured 14 people, with nine requiring ongoing hospital treatment. The event unfolded at a shop in Baguio after the suspect allegedly engaged in an altercation with an employee. He is then said to have returned with a homemade explosive, which he threw into the premises. A police investigation revealed that the location was operating as an illegal gambling den offering 'drop ball' games. In response, the Mayor of Baguio has ordered the gambling den to be shut down and has instructed the city's police force to maintain vigilance against similar illicit operations. While this incident represents an unusual method for an illegal operation to be exposed, it highlights the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in the Philippines in their efforts to curb illegal gambling. In February, senators criticized national law enforcement agencies for their perceived ineffectiveness in targeting locations where e-sabong, or cockfighting, continues to operate illegally. Senator Erwin Tulfo addressed key officials from the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), stating: “You’ve managed to take down some e-sabong sites, but those were small-time operators. You still can’t take down the biggest one in the entire Philippines.” More recently, intelligence gathered by the PNP’s Anti-Cybercrime Group resulted in the arrest of four Korean nationals accused of running an illegal 'numbers game' and sports betting operation via social media for over five years. These events also occur amid increased scrutiny of the licensed gaming sector, with the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) planning to implement stricter regulatory measures. Last month, PAGCOR signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Justice, which includes PAGCOR personnel on a list of individuals prohibited from entering casinos. Additionally, PAGCOR has certified Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) to conduct testing and certification for the iGaming platforms operating within the Philippines. Alejandro Tengco, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of PAGCOR, stated: “PAGCOR now requires all iGaming B2B suppliers operating in the Philippines to be accredited to ensure they comply with the rigorous requirements needed to protect iGaming players.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Datavault AI and AgSensor Solutions Announce Consulting Partnership to Tokenize High-Value Agricultural Data Assets

PHILADELPHIA, PA, Apr 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DVLT), a provider of data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real-world asset ("RWA") tokenization technologies, and AgSensor Solutions, LLC ("AgSensor") today announced the closing of a definitive consulting partnership agreement to identify, value, and tokenize high-value agricultural data assets.The partnership enables Datavault AI to leverage AgSensor's deep domain expertise in the agricultural technology sector to source and vet companies with significant data assets suitable for the Company's patented Information Data Exchange® ("IDE"), DataScore®, and DataValue® blockchain tokenization platforms. The consulting partnership targets key segments including soil sensing, carbon and sustainability data, agricultural IoT platforms, and regenerative agriculture environmental, social, and governance data firms.By integrating AgSensor's specialized industry knowledge with Datavault AI's monetization infrastructure, the companies aim to create a new class of liquid, transparent digital assets derived from the $5 trillion global agricultural economy1. This initiative provides agricultural producers and technology providers with a compliant pathway - consistent with applicable securities, data privacy, and anti-money-laundering regulations - to unlock the latent value of their data while offering investors exposure to critical sustainability and food security metrics.Nathaniel T. Bradley, CEO of Datavault AI, stated: "Our partnership with AgSensor Solutions is a pivotal step in expanding our RWA tokenization strategy into the vital agricultural sector. Data is the new crop for the modern farmer, and by applying our patented valuation and exchange technologies to soil and sustainability metrics, we are creating a transparent marketplace for agricultural intelligence. This consulting partnership ensures that high-value ag-data is properly qualified and positioned for global monetization."Michael J. DeSa, Co-Founder and CEO of AgSensor, added: "Partnering with Datavault AI allows us to bridge the gap between advanced agricultural sensing and the digital economy. There is an immense volume of high-quality data being generated in the field that remains undervalued. Through this agreement, we are providing the industry with the tools to tokenize these assets, driving new revenue streams for regenerative practices and enhancing the overall value of the agricultural data ecosystem."The strategic alignment focuses on sourcing prospects with high-value data assets, refining product positioning for the agricultural market, and facilitating the integration of these assets into Datavault AI's product lines. This transaction further solidifies Datavault AI's leadership in tokenizing diverse real-world assets and establishes a benchmark for the valuation and exchange of strategic agricultural data.1 According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the gross value of global primary agricultural production exceeds $5 trillion annually. Source: World Bank/FAO (2024), https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/voices/do-costs-global-food-system-outweigh-its-monetary-valueAbout Datavault AI Inc.Datavault AI™ (NASDAQ:DVLT) is a pioneer in AI-driven data experiences, valuation, and monetization of assets in the Web 3.0 environment. The Company's cloud-based platform delivers comprehensive solutions across its Acoustic Sciences and Data Sciences divisions. Datavault AI's Acoustic Sciences division features WiSA®, ADIO®, and Sumerian® patented technologies for spatial and multichannel wireless, high-definition sound transmission, including intellectual property covering audio timing, synchronization, and multi-channel interference cancellation.The Data Science Division harnesses Web 3.0 and high-performance computing to enable experiential data perception, valuation, and secure monetization. The platform serves multiple industries, including sports & entertainment, events & venues, biotech, education, fintech, real estate, healthcare, energy, and more.The IDE enables Digital Twins and licensing of name, image, and likeness by securely attaching physical real-world objects to immutable metadata, fostering responsible AI with integrity. Datavault AI's technology suite is fully customizable and includes AI and machine learning automation, third-party integration, detailed analytics, marketing automation, and advertising monitoring. The Company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Learn more at www.datavaultsite.com.About AgSensor SolutionsAgSensor Solutions is a strategic consultancy specializing in the identification and optimization of agricultural technology and data assets. The firm focuses on connecting high-value agricultural data providers with advanced monetization and exchange platforms to drive innovation in soil health, carbon sequestration, and sustainable farming. Learn more at www.agsensorsolutions.com.Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains "forward-looking statements" (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, and other securities laws) about Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI," the "Company," "us," "our," or "we") and our industry that involve risks and uncertainties. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding future events, the expected benefits of the consulting partnership with AgSensor, anticipated suitability of the Company's proprietary IDE, DataScore®, and DataValue® platforms to digitize ownership interests in the agriculture sector through blockchain-based tokenization, and expected operational, technical, and commercial outcomes of the Company's commercial strategy, and the projected direction and market impacts of regulatory changes with respect to digital assets.Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the following: the ability of the Company and AgSensor to identify, value and tokenize agricultural data assets; the performance, timing, or success of the deployment of the Company's proprietary IDE, DataScore®, and DataValue® platforms; changes in market demand for Datavault AI's services and products; changes in economic, market, or regulatory conditions; risks relating to evolving regulatory frameworks applicable to tokenized assets; risks associated with technological development and integration; and other risks and uncertainties as more fully described in Datavault AI's filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 and other filings that Datavault AI makes from time to time with the SEC, which are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.The forward-looking statements made in this press release relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. Datavault AI undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. Datavault AI may not actually achieve the plans, intentions, or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Datavault AI's forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of any future acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures, or investments it may make.Media Contactmarketing@dvlt.aiInvestor ContactEdward BargerVP, Investor Relationsir@dvlt.aiebarger@dvlt.aiSOURCE: Datavault AI Inc Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

P&G and OMP Showcase the Path to Autonomous, Decision-Centric Planning at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 2026

ATLANTA, GA, Apr 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OMP, a leader in AI-powered supply chain planning, is bringing Procter & Gamble to the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ 2026 in Orlando to present its autonomous supply chain transformation. The consumer goods giant will share how it is building capabilities, enhancing data foundations, and redesigning operations around decision quality with OMP's Unison Planning™.The Gartner stage appearance caps a period of significant recognition for the collaboration. OMP was named one of six recipients of P&G's External Business Partner Excellence Award in the Global Business Services and IT category, recognizing innovation, commercial impact, and operational excellence across P&G's network of more than 50,000 global partners.P&G's journey to autonomous, decision-centric planning at scaleDaniela Cima, One Supply Transformation Senior Vice President, and Renato Scaini, Supply Chain Platform Transformation and IT Planning Vice President, will share how P&G is redefining what autonomous, decision-centric planning looks like in practice. This session will explore how P&G's "One Supply Chain Strategy" is building enhanced data foundations, redesigning operations, and embedding decision quality across its supply chain.The goal is an empowered team that spends less time on routine tasks and more time on high-value decision-making, elevating performance across the entire value chain. Attendees will walk away with concrete insights into the structures, culture, and enablers shaping P&G's next era of intelligent planning at scale, with decision velocity at the heart of it all.Sign up for the sessionAstraZeneca leads CSCO Boardroom on autonomous planningOMP is also hosting an exclusive CSCO Boardroom session on Monday, May 4 (4:00-4:45 PM), featuring Arun Krishnan, SVP of Global Supply Chain & Strategy at AstraZeneca, and Philip Vervloesem, Chief Commercial & Markets Officer at OMP. The session explores how AstraZeneca is moving away from periodic cycles toward always-on, decision-centric operations at scale, covering the operating model choices, governance structures, and talent and technology investments that shape that path. Seating is limited and available on request.Request your sessionExplore decision velocity at the OMP boothOMP will be present throughout the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ (May 5 to 7, Orlando) at booth 322, demonstrating how Unison Planning™ helps organizations move beyond calendar-based planning toward always-on supply chain orchestration. See how integrated planning, enhanced by the latest AI advancements, improves scenario modeling, strengthens collaboration, and drives measurable business results.Join OMP at Gartner to hear P&G's and AstraZeneca's journeys firsthand and discover how to accelerate your path to smarter, faster supply chain decisions. Get in touch.Session at a glanceTitle: "OMP: How P&G is pioneering the next era of autonomous supply chain orchestration"Speakers:Daniela Cima - One Supply Transformation SVP at P&GRenato Scaini - Supply Chain Platform Transformation and IT Planning VP at P&GWhen: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMWhere: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, FLTo see where you can meet OMP next, visit their events calendar here.Solution and product inquiriesContact OMP+32 3 650 22 11Media inquiriesKira Perdue (Carabiner)SOURCE: OMP Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Datavault AI 与 AgSensor Solutions 宣布建立咨询合作伙伴关系,旨在将高价值农业数据资产代币化

宾夕法尼亚州费城, 2026年4月14日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc.(“Datavault AI”或“公司”) (纳斯达克代码:DVLT),一家专注于数据变现、资质认证、数字互动及现实世界资产(“RWA”)通证化技术的供应商,与 AgSensor Solutions, LLC(“AgSensor”)今日宣布,双方已正式签署最终咨询合作协议,旨在识别、评估并实现高价值农业数据资产的通证化。此次合作使Datavault AI能够借助AgSensor在农业技术领域的深厚专业知识,发掘并筛选拥有大量数据资产且适合公司专利技术——Information Data Exchange®(“IDE”)、DataScore®及DataValue®区块链代币化平台的企业。该咨询合作瞄准了包括土壤传感、碳与可持续性数据、农业物联网平台,以及再生农业环境、社会和治理数据公司等关键领域。通过整合 AgSensor 的专业行业知识与 Datavault AI 的货币化基础设施,双方旨在从价值 5 万亿美元的全球农业经济1 中,创造出一类全新的、具有流动性和透明度的数字资产。该举措为农业生产者和技术提供商提供了一条合规路径——符合适用的证券、数据隐私和反洗钱法规——以释放其数据的潜在价值,同时为投资者提供接触关键可持续性和粮食安全指标的机会。Datavault AI首席执行官纳撒尼尔·T·布拉德利(Nathaniel T. Bradley)表示:“与AgSensor Solutions的合作是将我们的RWA代币化战略扩展至关键农业领域的关键一步。数据是现代农户的新作物,通过将我们专利的估值和交易技术应用于土壤及可持续性指标,我们正在构建一个透明的农业智能市场。此次咨询合作将确保高价值农业数据经过严格认证,并为全球变现做好充分准备。”AgSensor联合创始人兼首席执行官迈克尔·J·德萨(Michael J. DeSa)补充道:“与Datavault AI的合作使我们能够弥合先进农业传感技术与数字经济之间的鸿沟。田间正产生海量高质量数据,但其价值尚未得到充分体现。通过此次合作,我们将为行业提供将这些资产通证化的工具,为再生农业实践开辟新的收入来源,并提升农业数据生态系统的整体价值。”此次战略合作将重点关注发掘拥有高价值数据资产的潜在客户,优化农业市场的产品定位,并推动这些资产与Datavault AI产品线的整合。此次交易进一步巩固了Datavault AI在多元化现实世界资产代币化领域的领导地位,并为战略性农业数据的估值与交易树立了标杆。1 根据联合国粮食及农业组织(FAO)的数据,全球初级农业生产总值每年超过5万亿美元。来源:世界银行/FAO(2024), https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/voices/do-costs-global-food-system-outweigh-its-monetary-value 关于 Datavault AI Inc.Datavault AI™(纳斯达克代码:DVLT)是 Web 3.0 环境中人工智能驱动的数据体验、资产估值及货币化领域的先驱。公司基于云的平台通过其声学科学和数据科学两大部门提供全面解决方案。Datavault AI的声学科学部门拥有WiSA®、ADIO®和Sumerian®等专利技术,用于空间和多声道无线高清音频传输,其知识产权涵盖音频时序、同步及多声道干扰消除等领域。关于 AgSensor SolutionsAgSensor Solutions 是一家专注于识别和优化农业技术及数据资产的战略咨询公司。该公司致力于将高价值农业数据提供商与先进的变现和交易平台对接,以推动土壤健康、碳封存和可持续农业领域的创新。了解更多信息,请访问 www.agsensorsolutions.com 。前瞻性陈述:本新闻稿包含关于 Datavault AI Inc.(“Datavault AI”、“本公司”、“我们”或“我们的”)及其所处行业的“前瞻性陈述”(定义见经修订的《1995 年私人证券诉讼改革法案》及其他证券法律),其中涉及风险和不确定性。此类前瞻性陈述包括但不限于:关于未来事件的陈述;与 AgSensor 建立咨询合作伙伴关系的预期效益;本公司专有的 IDE、DataScore® 和 DataValue® 平台通过基于区块链的代币化实现农业领域所有权权益数字化的预期适用性;本公司商业战略的预期运营、技术和商业成果;以及数字资产相关监管变化的预期方向和市场影响。由于各种风险和不确定性,包括但不限于以下方面,实际结果可能与这些前瞻性陈述所指明的结果存在重大差异:本公司与AgSensor识别、评估和代币化农业数据资产的能力; 本公司专有IDE、DataScore®及DataValue®平台的部署表现、时间安排或成功与否;市场对Datavault AI服务及产品的需求变化;经济、市场或监管环境的变化;与代币化资产相关且不断演变的监管框架相关的风险; 与技术开发和集成相关的风险;以及 Datavault AI 向美国证券交易委员会(SEC)提交的文件中更详细描述的其他风险和不确定性,包括截至 2025 年 12 月 31 日的 10-K 年度报告以及 Datavault AI 不时向 SEC 提交的其他文件,这些文件可在 SEC 网站 www.sec.gov 上查阅。本新闻稿中作出的前瞻性陈述仅涉及陈述作出之日的事件。Datavault AI 无义务更新本新闻稿中的任何前瞻性陈述,以反映本新闻稿发布日之后的事件或情况,或反映新信息或意外事件的发生,除非法律另有要求。Datavault AI 可能无法实际实现其前瞻性陈述中披露的计划、意图或预期,您不应过度依赖此类前瞻性陈述。Datavault AI 的前瞻性陈述未反映其未来可能进行的任何收购、合并、资产处置、合资或投资所带来的潜在影响。媒体联系marketing@dvlt.ai 投资者联系Edward Barger投资者关系副总裁ir@dvlt.ai ebarger@dvlt.ai 来源:Datavault AI Inc Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

宝洁与OMP在2026年Gartner供应链研讨会暨博览会(Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 2026)上展示通往自主、以决策为中心的规划之路

佐治亚州亚特兰大, 2026年4月14日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 人工智能驱动的供应链规划领导者OMP将携手宝洁公司(Procter & Gamble)亮相奥兰多举办的2026年Gartner供应链研讨会/博览会™,展示其自主供应链转型实践。这家消费品巨头将分享其如何借助OMP的Unison Planning™平台,围绕决策质量构建能力、强化数据基础并重塑运营。此次在Gartner大会上的亮相,标志着双方合作获得重要认可的阶段性成果。OMP被评为宝洁“全球业务服务与IT类别”外部业务合作伙伴卓越奖的六家获奖企业之一,该奖项旨在表彰宝洁全球5万多家合作伙伴网络中展现出的创新能力、商业影响力和运营卓越性。宝洁实现大规模自主、以决策为中心的规划之旅“一体化供应转型”高级副总裁丹妮拉·西玛(Daniela Cima)与“供应链平台转型及IT规划”副总裁雷纳托·斯卡尼(Renato Scaini)将分享宝洁如何在实践中重新定义自主、以决策为中心的规划。本次会议将探讨宝洁的“一体化供应链战略”如何构建增强型数据基础、重塑运营模式,并在整个供应链中融入决策质量。其目标是打造一支赋能型团队,减少常规任务的耗时,将更多精力投入高价值的决策中,从而提升整个价值链的绩效。与会者将深入了解塑造宝洁下一代大规模智能规划的架构、文化及推动因素,而决策速度正是这一体系的核心。立即报名参加 https://pr.report/kml0 阿斯利康领衔CSCO Boardroom探讨自主规划OMP还将于5月4日(星期一)下午4:00-4:45举办一场CSCO Boardroom专属会议,特邀嘉宾包括阿斯利康全球供应链与战略高级副总裁阿伦·克里希南(Arun Krishnan)以及OMP首席商务与市场官菲利普·弗洛塞姆(Philip Vervloesem)。本次会议将探讨阿斯利康如何从周期性运营模式转向大规模的“始终在线、以决策为中心”的运营模式,涵盖塑造这一转型路径的运营模式选择、治理结构以及人才与技术投资。席位有限,需提前申请。立即预约 https://pr.report/kml9 在OMP展位探索决策速度OMP将全程参与Gartner供应链研讨会/博览会™(5月5日至7日,奥兰多),在322号展位展示Unison Planning™如何帮助企业突破基于日历的传统规划,迈向全天候的供应链协调。了解如何通过最新AI技术增强的集成规划,优化情景建模、强化协作并推动可衡量的业务成果。欢迎莅临Gartner会场,聆听宝洁(P&G)和阿斯利康(AstraZeneca)的实践经验,探索如何加速实现更智能、更快速的供应链决策。立即联系我们。会议概要主题:“OMP:宝洁如何引领自主供应链协调的下一代”演讲嘉宾:• Daniela Cima - 宝洁“一体化供应转型”高级副总裁• Renato Scaini - 宝洁公司供应链平台转型与IT规划副总裁时间:2026年5月5日(星期二)上午11:30 - 12:00地点:佛罗里达州奥兰多市华特迪士尼世界天鹅与海豚度假酒店如需了解OMP的下一场活动地点,请点击此处查看活动日历。解决方案与产品咨询联系 OMP+32 3 650 22 11媒体咨询基拉·珀杜(Carabiner)来源:OMP Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

BetMGM anticipates full year EBITDA to be at the ‘lower end’ of expectations despite a Q1 revenue increase

(AsiaGameHub) -   Entain anticipates a more muted performance from its North America-focused BetMGM joint venture, at a time when the London Stock Exchange-listed group’s share price is experiencing volatile trading. In a Q1 trading update, Entain—along with its JV partner MGM Resorts—projects BetMGM’s net FY2026 revenue to range between $2.9bn-$3.1bn (£2.1bn-£2.2bn). This would signal continued growth compared to the $2.8bn recorded last year. However, Entain noted it expects BetMGM’s adjusted EBITDA to land at the ‘lower end’ of the forecasted $300m-$350m range. This comes despite adjusted EBITDA climbing 11% to $25m (Q1 2025: $22m) in the first three months of the year. By segment, iGaming continued to outperform sportsbook revenue: the former hit $481m, while the latter reached $203m. These figures represent year-over-year growth of 9% (from $443m) and 4% (from $194m), respectively. BetMGM’s total net revenue stood at $696m, a 6% year-over-year increase from Q1 2025’s $657m. The company remains committed to its goal of hitting $500m in adjusted EBITDA by FY2027. Entain emphasized the significance of BetMGM’s iGaming product during the quarter, citing strong player engagement momentum. Meanwhile, the slower growth in sports betting revenue was attributed to player-friendly sports results and ‘increased promotional generosity’. “Although it has been a steady start to the year, BetMGM is delivering on our strategic plan, carrying forward the initiatives that drove our transformation in 2025,” said Adam Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer of BetMGM. “We are generating sustainable, profitable growth and paying cash to our parent companies. Our iGaming business is growing at scale, and our Online Sports business continues to strengthen despite a challenging market in Q1. “As we look to the rest of the year, we will continue to focus on our areas of strength, particularly in iGaming, multi‑product states, omnichannel in Nevada, and servicing our premium mass sports players. “These give us confidence that we will deliver on our updated 2026 guidance as well as continue on the path to $500m of Adjusted EBITDA in 2027.” Entain’s shares get no relief following BetMGM update Entain’s shares plummeted to a 12-month low immediately after the announcement, dropping from 559.4p to 526.6p between 12:00-12:05pm GMT. The 526.6p price is notable as it matches the lowest level Entain’s shares have traded at since early April 2025. Shares have since partially recovered: at the time of writing (25 minutes later, at 12:30pm), the company’s share price was 544.4p. The London-headquartered, Isle of Man-domiciled operator is at risk of falling out of the LSE’s FTSE 100, currently ranking 98th on the index with a shrinking market cap of £3.48bn. It would need further declines to drop off London’s prestigious public company list in the FTSE Russell’s June quarterly review, but Harbour Energy—an oil and gas firm and FTSE 250 member—now has a higher market cap (£4.47bn) than the Stella David-led company. Other FTSE 250 firms with larger market caps than Entain include Ithaca Energy (£4.25bn), Investec (£4.03bn), Balfour Beatty (£3.96bn) and Aberdeen Group (£3.70bn). Another major concern for Entain’s investors and analysts is the UK tax situation. Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) rose from 21% to 40% earlier this month, and this heavier tax burden is expected to trigger a major restructuring of the British market—key for Entain as operator of the Ladbrokes Coral high-street and online brands. Investors will also closely watch the New York Stock Exchange when trading opens in a few hours to check MGM Resorts International’s share price activity. Its stock has been an outlier in the iGaming space over the past 12 months, gaining market favor and rising over 24% to $36.75. However, it remains to be seen how the market will react to today’s update. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Swintt Appoints Etienne Azzopardi as Permanent Managing Director

(AsiaGameHub) -   Swintt has named Etienne Azzopardi as its permanent Managing Director, following his interim tenure in the role that began this past January. After a successful three-month period in the position—stepping in following the exit of Chief Executive Officer David Mann—Azzopardi will now oversee the software provider’s product strategy, future market growth initiatives, and continuous team development efforts. Prior to taking on the Interim Managing Director role, Azzopardi served as the software provider’s Chief Operating Officer from February 2022 to January 2026, and held the position of Director of Operations starting in August 2021. His professional background also includes experience at Quickspin and Betsson Group. Commenting on his appointment, Azzopardi said: “I’m thrilled to have been named Managing Director at Swintt.  “Since joining the company in 2021, I’ve been involved in a wide range of areas—from operational management and roadmap refinement to market licensing and game certification—and the experience I’ve gained over these four and a half years will be essential in my new position. “After serving as Interim Managing Director for three months, I feel extremely privileged to take on the role permanently and am confident this will be the spark to drive Swintt’s continued exceptional growth in regulated markets across the globe.  “With a full product roadmap already mapped out for 2026, it’s set to be an incredible journey, and I’m eager to keep expanding the Swintt brand.” While Azzopardi was Interim Managing Director, Swintt launched 12 new titles—including Lucky Lads: Hold & Win and two additional releases from Elysium Studios.  The provider also forged partnerships with NetBet in the Greek iGaming sector, along with SkillOnNet, making its Select, Premium, and Elysium Studios games available to the operator’s .com, UK, and MX brands. Building upon his accomplishments as Interim Managing Director, Swintt stated that Azzopardi’s next priority will be supporting the supplier’s expansion into regulated markets around the world, with Switzerland as a key target. Interested in more stories like this? Be sure to visit the new SBC Media YouTube Channel—SBC’s go-to destination for all multimedia content—where our team takes an in-depth look at the top stories from the sports betting, iGaming, affiliate, and payments sectors. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Affordability checks advocate calls on UK government to pause implementation

(AsiaGameHub) -   One of the most prominent supporters of affordability checks for the UK gambling sector has called on the government to reverse its rollout plans, citing widespread concerns about how the policy is being put into practice. Dr James Noyes, who publicly backed the reforms during 2020 and 2021 in his capacity as Senior Fellow at the Social Market Foundation, stated in an open letter addressed to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy that core requirements laid out in the original proposals have not been fulfilled. Today I sent an open letter to the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, @lisanandy — calling on the Government to pause the implementation of financial risk assessments for bettors until a proper evaluation of the Gambling Commission’s pilot scheme has been published… pic.twitter.com/75IkUA1rOT — James Noyes (@jranoyes) April 13, 2026 Specifically, he noted that calls for affordability checks, which were included as recommendations in the 2023 Gambling White Paper, were advanced on the condition that the checks would be ‘frictionless’ and that a dedicated gambling ombudsman would be established to guarantee ‘appropriate handling of customer complaints and protection of user rights’. “I only backed affordability checks under the assumption that there would be sufficient oversight and assessment of how well they work, and that the checks would be conducted without unnecessary intrusion. But I am seeing a growing number of reports that the pilot programme has suffered from inconsistent datasets, ambiguous results and avoidable disruption for users,” Noyes wrote. The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has been operating a trial scheme for ‘financial risk assessments’ since September 2024, designed to test the feasibility of a two-tier check system aimed at identifying potential gambling-related harm. The regulator has not issued any public updates on the pilot since May 2025, however. Noyes joins a growing cohort of critics speaking out against the current rollout plans for affordability checks, who warn the measures will be excessively intrusive and push gamblers away from licensed, regulated platforms. He highlighted that multiple operators have reported that separate credit reference agencies return conflicting results for identical customers, alongside what they describe as an ‘inadequate volume of data to accurately build user risk profiles’. A YouGov survey commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council additionally found that 65% of people who bet would be reluctant to submit personal paperwork such as bank statements as part of the financial check process. These findings come with a caveat, though, as it is not known how many of the respondents would actually be affected by the threshold limits set for the checks. Per the UKGC's most recent update from May 2025, data from the pilot's second phase showed that just one in every 1,000 customers would face disruption when going through the check process. Noyes is now calling on the government to halt all plans to roll out the checks until a full independent evaluation is published and open to scrutiny by Members of Parliament. He has also proposed that the check threshold should be based on net losses rather than the current system of total stakes, which would cut the number of players eligible for checks. For the pilot's first phase, the threshold was set at £500 in net deposits across a 30-day window, before being reduced to £150 in February 2025, aligning with the proposals outlined in the white paper. While Noyes emphasized that he wrote the letter in a personal capacity, his concerns hold considerable weight due to his senior position at the SMF. The think tank has long pushed for reforms to the UK gambling sector, including backing the substantial tax increase on remote gaming that was introduced as part of last year's budget, announced by Rachel Reeves. Alongside Noyes, the British Horseracing Association has also written to Nandy, calling for a pause to affordability checks due to specific worries about the effect the measures would have on the UK's horseracing sector. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

ADI Predictstreet secures DAZN collaboration amid delayed integration

(AsiaGameHub) -   ADI Predictstreet has secured another major partnership in the sports industry, aligning with the global sports streaming service DAZN. This follows the recent announcement that the Gibraltar-based prediction platform became FIFA's official prediction market partner for the 2026 World Cup. DAZN, headquartered in London, will incorporate ADI Predictstreet into its service to bolster its offering of live and on-demand sports, scores, news, betting, gaming, and FanZone features. This agreement represents another alliance with a sports giant for ADI Predictstreet, coming just weeks after its formation. The platform itself experienced a hesitant launch last week, with all current markets showing $0 in wagers. Notably, a "join the waitlist" prompt suggests the service may still be in a pre-launch or soft launch phase. The display of USD instead of Gibraltar's GIP currency is also curious, as only Gibraltar residents are legally permitted to place bets. These factors may all point to an ongoing testing period before a full launch. ADI Predictstreet markets The company's activities will be closely monitored in the coming months as it scales operations ahead of and during the 2026 World Cup. According to DAZN, this partnership merges sports with prediction. ADI Predictstreet will provide interactive features and unique experiences linked to major sporting events. The company stated that prediction will become an integral "native part of the fan experience," allowing fans to interact with markets and gain probabilistic insights. “DAZN is redefining sports entertainment by making it more immersive, interactive and connected for every fan,” said Shay Segev, Chief Executive Officer of DAZN Group. “Partnering with ADI Predictstreet allows us to embed real‑time prediction directly into the live viewing experience, turning insight and sentiment into a native part of how fans engage with the world’s biggest sporting moments. “With the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a catalyst and our platform as the engine, this partnership is a major step forward in how fans experience sport.” The World Cup will act as a "launchpad," with the partnership covering DAZN's entire portfolio. ADI Predictstreet is planned for subsequent rollout across other major leagues and events to increase engagement further. ADI Predictstreet’s rocky start These significant deals provide their own momentum for the prediction market. Although it just received its first license in Gibraltar last month, partnerships with FIFA and DAZN are likely to provide crucial exposure for its launch. However, its rapid rise has attracted scrutiny. Questions have been raised about FIFA's choice of partner, while investigative reports have highlighted past controversies involving CEO Dimitrios Psarrakis and Principal Council Member Ajay Hans Raj Bhatia, who was photographed with FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the partnership announcement. Journalists have examined Psarrakis' connection to the 'Qatargate' scandal, and Bhatia is reported to have been involved in insider trading, allegedly paying £130,000 to India’s Security & Exchange Board (SEBI) to settle charges. In a statement to the Norwegian outlet Josimar, the company addressed criticism of Psarrakis: “Dimitrios has never been charged with any wrongdoing. Today, he remains a globally recognised blockchain expert and a speaker at top-tier universities, international organisations, as well as professional summits on FinTech, RegTech, Blockchain and the Digital Disruption of Banking and Financial Services around the globe.” Given this series of events, ADI Predictstreet was destined for media attention. After a controversial beginning, the company will now be looking toward a more successful future. Commenting on the deal, Psarrakis said: “This partnership marks a defining moment in how audiences will experience sport. By combining DAZN’s unmatched reach with ADI Predictstreet’s real-time participation layer, we are transforming fans from spectators into active participants. “This is not just an evolution of engagement, it is the creation of a new category where technology, collective intelligence, and global events intersect at scale.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Wellgistics Health and Kare PharmTech Execute Joint Venture Expanding Access to 200,000+ Patient Lives

TAMPA, FLA., Apr 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Wellgistics Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:WGRX) ("Wellgistics" or the "Company"), a leading healthcare technology and pharmaceutical distribution company, today announced the execution of a definitive joint venture agreement with Kare PharmTech's wholly owned subsidiary, Kare Rx Hub, LLC ("KareRx"), an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven digital hub supporting retail pharmacy, telemedicine, and specialty pharmaceutical programs.The execution of the joint venture formalizes the previously announced non-binding letter of intent and represents a significant milestone in aligning both organizations' technology platforms and operational teams into a unified ecosystem designed to accelerate patient access and improve the efficiency of pharmaceutical commercialization. By integrating the Wellgistics Hub technology stack including proprietary platforms EinsteinRx™ and HubRx AI™ with KareRx's digital hub, the combined platform is positioned to streamline the prescription journey from intake through fulfillment.Prashant Patel, Chief Executive Officer of Wellgistics Health, commented, "This joint venture reflects our continued focus on building an integrated, technology-enabled platform to improve coordination across the prescription journey and support patient access to therapies. By combining KareRx's provider connectivity and digital engagement capabilities with our infrastructure, we believe this collaboration enhances operational efficiency and supports manufacturers and other healthcare stakeholders in navigating access pathways more effectively."The joint venture aligns clinical, operational, and commercial teams across both organizations, enabling more seamless coordination between providers, pharmacies, and patients. Through this integration, the platform enhances key capabilities including eligibility and benefits verification, prior authorization workflows, prescription routing, and direct-to-patient fulfillment. The combined ecosystem includes a growing national footprint of independent pharmacies, provider networks, and telehealth channels, with the ability to reach more than 200,000 patient lives based on third-party internal estimates.Mital Panera, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of KareRx, added, "KareRx was developed to connect providers, pharmacies, and patients through technology-driven solutions. This joint venture allows us to extend those capabilities by leveraging Wellgistics' technology stack, pharma expertise, and operational infrastructure. We believe the combined platform will support improved connectivity across stakeholders and facilitate access to therapies across participating networks."The collaboration further strengthens direct-to-patient (DTP) and decentralized care models, providing pharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive platform that integrates access, affordability, and fulfillment into a single solution. Leveraging AI-driven insights and a fully integrated operational backbone, the joint venture is designed to reduce barriers to therapy initiation, improve adherence, and deliver enhanced visibility into patient access and program performance.The joint venture remains subject to customary implementation steps, and there can be no assurance regarding the timing or extent of operational integration or the realization of anticipated benefits. Additional details regarding the joint venture agreement will be provided in a Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.About Wellgistics Health, Inc.Wellgistics Health (NASDAQ:WGRX) is a health information technology leader, integrating proprietary pharmacy dispensing optimization artificial intelligence platform EinsteinRx™ into its patented blockchain-enabled smart contracts platform PharmacyChain™ to optimize the prescription drug dispensing journey. Its integrated platform connects 6,500+ pharmacies (the "Wellgistics Pharmacy Network") and 200+ manufacturers, offering wholesale distribution, digital prescription routing, direct-to-patient delivery, and AI-powered hub services such as eligibility, adherence, onboarding, prior authorization, and cash-pay fulfillment as needed to optimize patient access. Wellgistics provides end-to-end solutions designed to restore access, transparency, and trust in the U.S. prescription drug market for independent pharmacies.About Kare PharmTech, LLCKare Rx Hub is an artificial intelligence (AI)-based digital hub for retail pharmacies, telemedicine portal, and specialty pharmaceutical ‘lite' branded products with over 500 physician-provider relationships, 200 independent pharmacy relationships that market unique specialty pharmaceutical ‘lite' products. Kare Rx Hub is owned by Kare Pharmtech, LLC, a company controlled by Dr. Kiran Patel. Dr. Patel founded Medicaid provider WellCare in 1992 and sold it in 2002 for $200 million. In 2007, Dr. Patel founded America's 1st Choice Holdings and acquired Freedom Health and Optimum Holdings. In 2017, he sold America's 1st Choice Holdings to Anthem, Inc. Dr. Patel is a noted philanthropist and was named Floridian of the Year by Florida Trend Magazine.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release may contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When Wellgistics Health uses words such as "may," "will," "intend," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project," "estimate," or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding Wellgistics Health's strategy and descriptions of its future operations, prospects, and plans. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. Additional factors are discussed in Wellgistics Health's filings with the SEC, available at www.sec.gov.Wellgistics Media & Investor ContactMedia: media@wellgisticshealth.comInvestor Relations: IR@wellgisticshealth.comSOURCE: Wellgistics Health, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Wellgistics Health 与 Kare PharmTech 成立合资企业,服务覆盖范围将扩展至 20 万余名患者

佛罗里达州坦帕市, 2026年4月14日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - Wellgistics Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:WGRX) (“Wellgistics”或“公司”),一家领先的医疗健康技术与药品分销公司,今日宣布已与Kare PharmTech的全资子公司Kare Rx Hub, LLC(“KareRx”)签署最终合资协议。KareRx是一家由人工智能(AI)驱动的数字枢纽,致力于支持零售药房、远程医疗及专科药品项目。此次合资协议的签署正式确立了此前公布的非约束性意向书,标志着双方将技术平台和运营团队整合为统一生态系统的重大里程碑,旨在加速患者用药可及性并提升药品商业化的效率。通过将Wellgistics Hub技术栈(包括专有平台EinsteinRx™和HubRx AI™)与KareRx的数字枢纽进行整合,该联合平台将能够优化从处方接收至履约的全流程。Wellgistics Health首席执行官Prashant Patel表示:“此次合资体现了我们持续致力于构建一个集成化、技术驱动的平台,以改善处方全流程的协调性,并支持患者获得治疗。通过将KareRx的医疗服务提供商连接能力与数字化互动能力与我们的基础设施相结合,我们相信此次合作将提升运营效率,并帮助制药商及其他医疗保健利益相关方更有效地规划药物准入路径。”该合资企业整合了两家公司的临床、运营和商业团队,实现了医疗服务提供者、药房和患者之间的无缝协作。通过此次整合,该平台增强了关键功能,包括资格和福利核验、事前授权工作流、处方路由以及直接面向患者的配药服务。整合后的生态系统覆盖范围日益扩大,涵盖全国范围内的独立药房、医疗服务提供商网络及远程医疗渠道,据第三方内部估算,其服务覆盖患者人数已超过20万。KareRx创始人兼首席执行官米塔尔·帕内拉(Mital Panera)补充道:“KareRx的创立初衷是通过技术驱动的解决方案连接医疗服务提供者、药房和患者。此次合资企业使我们能够借助Wellgistics的技术栈、制药专业知识和运营基础设施,进一步扩展这些能力。我们相信,整合后的平台将支持各利益相关方之间更紧密的连接,并促进参与网络内疗法的获取。”此次合作进一步强化了直达患者(DTP)和去中心化护理模式,为制药企业提供了一个将治疗可及性、可负担性和履约能力整合于一体的综合平台。依托人工智能驱动的洞察力和完全集成的运营体系,该合资企业旨在降低治疗启动门槛、提高治疗依从性,并增强对患者治疗可及性和项目绩效的可视化管理。该合资企业仍需遵循惯例的实施步骤,其运营整合的时间表、范围以及预期效益能否实现均无法保证。关于合资协议的更多详情,将在公司向美国证券交易委员会提交的8-K表格《当前报告》中披露。关于 Wellgistics Health, Inc.Wellgistics Health(纳斯达克股票代码:WGRX)是一家健康信息技术领域的领导者,将专有的药房配药优化人工智能平台 EinsteinRx™ 整合到其获得专利的基于区块链的智能合约平台 PharmacyChain™ 中,以优化处方药配药流程。其集成平台连接了 6,500 多家药房(“Wellgistics 药房网络”)和 200 多家制造商,提供批发分销、数字处方路由、直接送达患者以及由人工智能驱动的枢纽服务,例如资格审核、用药依从性管理、新用户入网、预授权以及按需现金支付履约服务,以优化患者的用药获取渠道。Wellgistics 提供端到端解决方案,旨在为美国独立药房恢复处方药市场的可及性、透明度和信任。关于 Kare PharmTech, LLCKare Rx Hub 是一个基于人工智能(AI)的数字枢纽,服务于零售药房、远程医疗门户以及特色药品“轻量版”品牌产品,拥有超过 500 家医生服务提供商合作关系,以及 200 家推广独特特色药品“轻量版”产品的独立药房合作关系。Kare Rx Hub 由 Kare Pharmtech, LLC 所有,该公司由 Kiran Patel 博士控制。Patel 博士于 1992 年创立了 Medicaid 服务提供商 WellCare,并于 2002 年以 2 亿美元的价格将其出售。2007 年,Patel 博士创立了 America's 1st Choice Holdings,并收购了 Freedom Health 和 Optimum Holdings。2017年,他将America's 1st Choice Holdings出售给Anthem, Inc.。帕特尔博士是一位知名慈善家,曾被《佛罗里达趋势》杂志评为“年度佛罗里达人”。前瞻性陈述本新闻稿可能包含前瞻性陈述。前瞻性陈述包括有关计划、目标、战略、未来事件或业绩的陈述,以及基本假设和其他非历史事实的陈述。当Wellgistics Health使用“可能”、“将”、“打算”、“应该”、“相信”、“预期”、“预计”、“预测”、“估计”或类似表述,且这些表述并非仅涉及历史事实时,即构成前瞻性陈述。这些前瞻性陈述包括但不限于关于Wellgistics Health战略的陈述,以及对其未来运营、前景和计划的描述。前瞻性陈述并非对未来业绩的保证,且涉及可能导致实际结果出现重大差异的风险和不确定性。其他相关因素详见Wellgistics Health向美国证券交易委员会(SEC)提交的文件,该文件可于www.sec.gov查阅。Wellgistics 媒体与投资者联系方式媒体:media@wellgisticshealth.com投资者关系:IR@wellgisticshealth.com来源:Wellgistics Health, Inc. Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Unveils Field X Fashion, Issue 3

West Palm Beach, FL, Apr 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), announces the launch of Field X Fashion, Issue 3, the global brand's annual magazine, presented this year as a special 135th Anniversary edition. Available worldwide in both digital and coffee-table print formats, the latest 48-page issue offers a dynamic look at the brand's continued global growth and milestone achievements throughout 2025. This publication will be enjoyed by millions of U.S. Polo Assn. sports fans and consumers across 190 countries worldwide.1. U.S. Polo Assn.'s third issue of Field X Fashion - 135th Anniversary Special Edition Cover2. U.S. Polo Assn. is the Official Sports Brand of the United States Polo Association, Field X Fashion page 43. U.S. Polo Assn. Spring 2026 Global Collection, Field X Fashion page 7Field X Fashion, Issue 3 captures the momentum of U.S. Polo Assn.'s 135th Anniversary of sport inspiration from the USPA, founded in 1890, bringing together the most compelling stories from across the brand's international footprint. This special edition also highlights global sporting events, fashion collections and campaigns, philanthropic initiatives, sustainability milestones, retail expansion, and key partnerships that define the brand's presence around the world.As a storytelling platform, Field X Fashion continues to connect U.S. Polo Assn.'s sport-inspired heritage with its modern, global lifestyle identity. The 135th Anniversary Special Edition reflects a year of elevated visibility, meaningful impact, and continued engagement with millions of consumers, sports fans, and partners worldwide. The magazine also provides a look into the brand's newest global polo shirt campaign, An Icon Born from the Game™."Field X Fashion continues to be an important way for U.S. Polo Assn. to share our brand story with audiences around the world," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "This special 135th Anniversary Edition captures the incredible momentum of our brand, from global sport and fashion to our sustainability journey, while celebrating the athletes, partners, and consumers who have helped shape our legacy over the past 135 years.""Field X Fashion also offers a sneak peek into our Spring 2026 Global Campaign, The Polo Shirt:An Icon Born from the Game, which is a powerful tribute to the legendary polo shirt's authentic sports origins and its evolution into one of the world's most enduring style essentials," added Prince.Since its 2023 debut, Field X Fashion has evolved into a global content platform designed to engage and inspire the brand's growing sport and fashion audience. The publication continues to receive industry recognition by remaining focused on delivering authentic, engaging storytelling that reflects the breadth and depth of the U.S. Polo Assn. brand worldwide.Customers, sports fans, influencers, and partners around the world can now experience the digital version of Field X Fashion, Issue 3 on uspoloassnglobal.com. Print issues will be distributed nationwide at select U.S. Polo Assn. stores, showrooms, and global events. U.S. Polo Assn. remains committed to building on this annual tradition, offering fresh perspectives on sport, fashion, and global brand impact with each new edition.About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth and sport content. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.For Additional Information, Contact:Stacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR and CommunicationsPhone +001.561.790.8036 - E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comKaela Drake - Senior PR & Communications SpecialistPhone +001.561.530.5300 - E-mail: kdrake@uspagl.comSOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

全球运动品牌U.S. Polo Assn. 推出《Field X Fashion》第三期

佛罗里达州西棕榈滩, 2026年4月14日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 美国马球协会(USPA)的官方运动品牌 U.S. Polo Assn. 宣布推出其年度杂志《Field X Fashion》第三期,本期作为该全球品牌的135周年特别纪念版面世。本期杂志共48页,以数字版和精装印刷版形式在全球发行,生动展现了品牌在2025年持续的全球发展与里程碑式成就。这本刊物将受到全球190个国家数百万U.S. Polo Assn.运动爱好者及消费者的喜爱。1. U.S. Polo Assn.《Field X Fashion》第三期——135周年纪念特刊封面2. U.S. Polo Assn. 是美国马球协会的官方运动品牌,《Field X Fashion》第4页3. U.S. Polo Assn. 2026 春季全球系列,Field X Fashion 第 7 页《Field X Fashion》第三期捕捉了U.S. Polo Assn.成立135周年的运动灵感脉动——该品牌创立于1890年,本期汇集了品牌在全球业务版图中最具感染力的故事。这期特刊还重点呈现了全球体育赛事、时尚系列与宣传活动、慈善倡议、可持续发展里程碑、零售扩张以及关键合作伙伴关系,这些元素共同定义了品牌在全球的影响力。作为故事讲述平台,《Field X Fashion》持续将U.S. Polo Assn.的运动传承与现代全球生活方式理念相融合。这期135周年纪念特刊展现了品牌在过去一年中提升的品牌知名度、产生的深远影响,以及与全球数百万消费者、体育迷和合作伙伴的持续互动。杂志还深入介绍了品牌最新的全球马球衫宣传活动——“An Icon Born from the Game™”(源自赛场的传奇)。“《Field X Fashion》始终是U.S. Polo Assn.向全球受众讲述品牌故事的重要渠道,”管理着价值数十亿美元的U.S. Polo Assn.品牌的USPA Global公司总裁兼首席执行官J. Michael Prince表示。“这期135周年纪念特刊不仅展现了我们品牌从全球体育与时尚领域到可持续发展征程的非凡势头,更向过去135年来共同塑造我们品牌传承的运动员、合作伙伴及消费者致敬。”“《Field X Fashion》还提前揭晓了我们2026年春季全球广告活动——《马球衫:源自运动的经典》,该活动是对传奇马球衫纯正运动起源及其演变为全球最具持久力的时尚单品之一的有力致敬,”普林斯补充道。自2023年推出以来,Field X Fashion已发展成为一个全球内容平台,旨在吸引并激励品牌日益壮大的运动与时尚受众。该刊物始终专注于呈现真实且引人入胜的故事,展现U.S. Polo Assn.品牌在全球范围内的广度与深度,因此持续获得业界认可。全球各地的客户、体育迷、意见领袖及合作伙伴现可通过 uspoloassnglobal.com 浏览《Field X Fashion》第三期的数字版。纸质版将通过美国马球协会(U.S. Polo Assn.)指定的门店、展厅及全球活动在全国范围内分发。美国马球协会(U.S. Polo Assn.)将继续秉承这一年度传统,通过每一期新刊,为体育、时尚及全球品牌影响力带来崭新的视角。关于 U.S. Polo Assn. 和 USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. 是美国马球协会(USPA)的官方运动品牌,该协会成立于1890年,是美国规模最大的马球俱乐部和马球运动员组织。U.S. Polo Assn. 业务规模达数十亿美元,通过全球1,200多家直营门店及数千个其他销售网点,向全球190多个国家的消费者提供男女及儿童服饰、配饰和鞋履。该品牌赞助了全球各大马球赛事,包括每年在棕榈滩的NPC举行的美国公开马球锦标赛®——这是美国最顶级的马球锦标赛。通过与美国ESPN、欧洲TNT和Eurosport以及印度Star Sports达成的历史性合作协议,由U.S. Polo Assn.赞助的数项世界顶级马球锦标赛现已实现电视转播,使这项激动人心的运动首次触达全球数百万体育迷。据《License Global》报道,U.S. Polo Assn. 一直与 NFL、PGA 巡回赛和一级方程式赛车并列,被评为全球顶级体育授权商之一。此外,这一受运动启发的品牌因全球业务增长及体育内容而屡获国际奖项。凭借其作为全球品牌的巨大成功,U.S. Polo Assn. 不仅登上了《福布斯》、《财富》、《现代零售》和《GQ》等杂志,还出现在雅虎财经和彭博社等全球众多知名媒体上。如需了解更多信息,请访问 uspoloassnglobal.com 并关注 @uspoloassn。USPA Global是美国马球协会(USPA)的子公司,负责管理价值数十亿美元的运动品牌U.S. Polo Assn.。USPA Global还管理其子公司Global Polo,后者是全球马球运动内容的领导者。如需了解更多信息,请访问globalpolo.com或YouTube上的Global Polo频道。如需更多信息,请联系:Stacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR and CommunicationsPhone +001.561.790.8036 - E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comKaela Drake - Senior PR & Communications SpecialistPhone +001.561.530.5300 - E-mail: kdrake@uspagl.com来源:U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Will the District of Columbia successfully ban sweepstakes?

(AsiaGameHub) -   The District of Columbia could become the next US market to regulate iGaming platforms, following the introduction of the Internet Gaming and Consumer Protection Act by a local lawmaker. Council Bill 260656, introduced last Thursday by Councilmember Wendell Felder, aims to legalise online casinos within the district, while also enacting a ban on online sweepstakes casinos — unlicensed gambling operators that utilize a dual-currency payment system. DC’s decision to ban sweepstakes casinos aligns with broader national sentiment across the US, as officials work to ensure gambling sectors do not slip through the gaps in existing regulatory frameworks. For violations of the sweepstakes casino ban, the bill outlines that offenders will face civil fines of up to $100,000 per incident, with penalties increasing to $500,000 for repeated violations. DC’s Attorney General will also have the authority to pursue legal action against online sweepstakes casinos using ‘restitution and disgorgement’ enforcement measures. Should the iGaming act be passed, the district will join Indiana and Maine as US jurisdictions that have banned online sweepstakes casinos in 2026. Felder noted in a letter to the DC Council: “Inaction carries tangible, real-world consequences. Without a formal legal framework, revenue continues to flow to unregulated operators, consumers remain exposed to potential harm, and the district falls behind neighbouring jurisdictions that are advancing with regulatory efforts.” That said, not all efforts by US states to prohibit sweepstakes casinos have been successful, with both Mississippi and Maryland falling short of their goals. The bureaucratic hurdles both states faced when attempting to ban sweepstakes casinos highlight that DC still has significant work ahead if it hopes to eradicate the local sweepstakes sector. The Evolution of iGaming As the district seeks to regulate iGaming, it has confirmed the market will be overseen by the Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG), which will be tasked with implementing the bill’s tax revenue structure and licensing requirements, and issuing operator and supplier licences to eligible applicants. Interested parties will be required to pay a $2m application fee for an initial five-year term operator licence, with renewal fees set at $500,000. There is no cap on the total number of licences that can be issued. Individuals aged 21 or older will be permitted to place wagers on iGaming platforms, while a 25% tax rate will apply to operators based on their adjusted gaming revenue. The act will also allow operators to carry over any reported negative gaming revenue to the following month. Felder commented: “This bill takes a practical, data-informed approach to strengthening consumer protections, modernising our gaming framework and capturing revenue that is currently flowing outside of the district’s oversight.” According to data shared by Felder, roughly $700m was wagered by DC residents with unlicensed and offshore operators in 2024, with the lawmaker urging the district to follow the lead of other US states that have regulated iGaming, including Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The Department of Behavioural Health is set to receive the first $500,000 of tax revenue generated from online casino gaming, which will support ‘prevention, education, treatment, referral and recovery services related to gambling addiction and related behavioural health needs’. Additionally, the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking, the Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants and the Department of Employment Services will each receive 30% of the remaining tax revenue, while the Department of Health will receive 10%. Felder added: “Initial annual tax revenue could reach tens of millions of dollars, with growth expected as the market matures. These funds can support critical priorities, including behavioural health services, responsible gaming programs and broader community investments.” Want to stay updated on similar stories? Check out the new SBC Media YouTube Channel, the go-to destination for all multimedia content from SBC, where our team takes an in-depth look at the top stories across the sports betting, iGaming, affiliate and payments industries. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

HKTDC launches GoGlobal Connect to help mainland firms go global via Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Apr 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In view of the growing and increasingly pressing demand from mainland enterprises to go global, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has launched GoGlobal Connect. This will leverage the resources of HKTDC’s 51 offices worldwide to strengthen its service offerings and facilitate more effective connections between mainland enterprises and Hong Kong’s professional service providers, while strengthening ties to explore global business opportunities and enhance Hong Kong’s role as an international platform.The GoGlobal Connect launch ceremony was held today at the HKTDC SME Service Centre. The ceremony was officiated by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government, and Prof Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC. It was witnessed by more than 200 enterprise representatives of mainland enterprises and Hong Kong service providers.In his welcoming remarks, Prof Ma said: “According to the World Trade Organization’s latest report, Hong Kong rose to become the world’s fifth-largest merchandise trading economy in 2025, reflecting the strong resilience of Hong Kong’s external trade and reaffirming its status as an international trade centre. This year marks the launch of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan. The HKTDC will take a proactive approach to help Hong Kong better integrate into and serve the nation’s overall development strategy. Through the newly launched GoGlobal Connect initiative, we will leverage Hong Kong’s strengths in internationally oriented professional services to lower the threshold for mainland enterprises to go global and support their steady and well‑managed overseas expansion.”In his opening remarks, Algernon Yau said that the HKTDC officially launched the GoGlobal Connect service today, along with an enhanced cross-sectoral professional services platform, further strengthening the support provided by the GoGlobal Task Force for mainland enterprises. He said: “The Task Force will continue to actively advance various initiatives, including attracting strategically valuable mainland enterprises to develop their businesses in Hong Kong. At the same time, we will continue to organise promotional and matchmaking events across different sectoral themes in Hong Kong and the mainland, and invite mainland enterprises to join overseas business missions, allowing them to gain first-hand understanding of local market situations.”Helping mainland enterprises go globalThe HKTDC’s GoGlobal Connect initiative will provide support in four key areas, by:Establishing a cross-sectoral professional services platform, which brings together professional service providers from eight key sectors to facilitate connections with mainland enterprises;Setting up GoGlobal Connect zones at HKTDC’s flagship events, where service providers can offer on-site consultations;Incorporating GoGlobal Connect elements into trade promotion activities held in the Chinese Mainland, to promote Hong Kong as a platform for enterprises going global;Leveraging the HKTDC’s global network to strengthen market connections.The GoGlobal Connect service will also be available at the HKTDC SME Service Centre.Following the launch ceremony, Yao Chenpeng, Vice President of Transfar Group, a mainland enterprise, shared the company’s plans to establish an overseas business headquarters in Hong Kong. He said that the Group’s overseas business has continued to grow in recent years, necessitating the establishment of an international management centre to handle matters such as tax planning and overseas contracts, and that the professional services available in Hong Kong are well placed to meet the company’s needs.He noted that after sharing the idea with the HKTDC in July last year, the Council promptly arranged meetings between the Group and relevant government departments, major chambers of commerce and industry associations in Hong Kong. The HKTDC also introduced the Group to Hong Kong professional service providers to help it understand the incentives and procedures for establishing operations in Hong Kong and to build business networks.Subsequently, at the Belt and Road Summit held in September last year, the HKTDC introduced professional service providers to the Group and facilitated the signing of cooperation agreements, providing practical support for the Group’s global expansion plans.A survey conducted in the Chinese Mainland by the HKTDC earlier this year among more than 2,000 mainland enterprises showed that 83% plan to leverage Hong Kong’s professional services to support their global expansion, a significant increase from 62% from a similar survey conducted in 2023. The findings underscore Hong Kong’s strengths as the preferred service platform for mainland enterprises going global.The Hong Kong SAR Government recently set up the GoGlobal Task Force and launched a thematic website in March (www.goglobal.gov.hk). The website includes a link to HKTDC’s cross-sectoral professional services platform, which provides one-stop information and professional support for mainland enterprises seeking to expand overseas via Hong Kong, helping them better leverage Hong Kong’s diverse international strengths to plan and implement their global expansion strategies. The platform has recently enhanced its service provider database and optimized the user interface. In the second half of the year, we will onboard more service providers and continue to improve the platform and matching functions to deliver more comprehensive support to mainland enterprises.Photo download: https://bit.ly/4tCTfVWThe GoGlobal Connect launch ceremony was held at the HKTDC SME Service Centre. It was attended by Algernon Yau (second left), Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government; Prof Frederick Ma (second right), Chairman of the HKTDC; Zhou Qiang (far right), Deputy Director of the Economic Affairs Department and Head of the Trade Office of the Central Government’s Liaison Office in Hong Kong; and Sophia Chong (far left), Executive Director of the HKTDCProf Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered the welcoming remarksAlgernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government, delivered the opening remarksMembers of the GoGlobal Task Force, professional bodies and organisations supporting mainland enterprises to go global, mainland officials based in Hong Kong, as well as Yao Chenpeng, Vice President of Transfar Group, attended the ceremony in support of the launchYao Chenpeng, Vice President of Transfar Group, shared the company’s latest plans to establish an overseas business headquarters in Hong KongMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:Johnny TsuiTel: (852) 2584 4395Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgSam HoTel: (852) 2584 4569Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Our capabilities and ambitions have surpassed our image, says Slotegrator’s COO, explaining why a rebrand is needed.

(AsiaGameHub) -   Slotegrator COO Olga Ivanchik details the reasons behind the company’s decision to rebrand, spanning the growth of its product portfolio as well as the advancement of the teams and workflows that underpin those offerings. Which internal changes made rebranding a logical move to maintain momentum and propel the company to new heights? Following 13 years of expansion, Slotegrator finds itself in a vastly different phase than it was at its founding. Our product lineup is constantly growing, and the offerings themselves are growing more complex, polished, and better aligned with industry needs — often thanks to thoughtfully developed AI tools. At every step, we’re building upon our legacy to craft something stronger for the next chapter. We remain the same company, but a more robust, agile, intelligent, and revitalized iteration. Naturally, discussing change means highlighting the people who make it possible: our clients, who inspire every initiative we undertake, from cutting-edge new solutions to round-the-clock support; and our team members, whose skill and commitment I truly admire. A dedication to change has become our core value — a constant motivation to remain at the forefront of a rapidly shifting industry. In the end, our capabilities and ambitions outgrew our old brand identity, so an update was long overdue. We understand who we have grown into, and our new visual identity captures that evolution perfectly. As Slotegrator enters a transitional phase in its growth, what can be expected from this new strategic direction? What gives you confidence that this move will generate long-term value? Nowadays, iGaming operators want more than just a platform — they need a reliable partner to help them navigate complexity and foster sustained growth. Our rebrand sends a clear message that we are that partner: We assist clients in navigating every legal, strategic, and technical detail involved in launching and operating a successful iGaming business. While this may sound like a bold commitment, it is one we are fully dedicated to upholding. That’s why we are confident we will retain and strengthen our position in regulated markets, deepen our partnerships, and keep investing in our team and infrastructure to deliver increasingly strong outcomes. When it comes to confidence, we have plenty to spare. The changes that prompted our rebrand are not superficial; they are deep, systemic, and intentional, providing us with a solid foundation for consistent, lasting performance gains. We have updated our platform and workflows, and developed a more unified approach to client collaboration, improving both technical and strategic elements throughout the process. We have also bolstered our C-suite team, refined our product strategy, and honed our use of AI, which we view as a make-or-break resource — once all businesses have access to AI tools, the companies that can effectively leverage them will be the ones that thrive long-term. We are implementing substantial changes, which is why we intentionally opted for a striking rebrand: it serves as both a visual declaration and a commitment to the market, and we have integrated that promise into our core strategy. How did your clients react to the rebrand and strategic shift? Did any of them express hesitation? If so, how did you address their concerns and reassure them during the transition period? Put simply, our clients were enthusiastic about the rebrand. We maintained open, consistent communication with our clients and partners, and for them, this change felt seamless and organic. Many were not surprised at all, having watched these developments unfold in real time. We didn’t encounter what could be classified as outright hesitation, but naturally, any transition can bring about uncertainty, so we thoroughly reviewed all feedback and information shared by our clients. Our aim was to make this transformation as transparent, seamless, and low-risk as possible. When clients feel listened to, understood, and appreciated, they are far more inclined to build long-term partnerships that benefit both sides. The iGaming industry evolves at a breakneck pace. How critical is it to keep adapting and building upon a solid existing foundation to achieve long-term success? At Slotegrator, our core philosophy is “Evolve to Lead”. We didn’t pull this phrase out of nowhere; it mirrors a core reality of the fast-moving iGaming industry, where the ability to adapt is the line between success and failure. Today, markets are more complex, regulations are stricter, and technology is advancing faster than ever. Operators expect their partners to keep pace with these changes while delivering stable, scalable solutions. Staying ahead means pursuing ongoing growth, both internally and externally. A strong foundation allows you to anticipate and respond to change. Our core products provide that foundation, and our “Evolve to Lead” philosophy guides us toward the right path for growth. At the end of the day, our clients’ success is our own, so we continue to provide them with the tools and insights they need to achieve long-term growth. From a leadership standpoint, what steps are you taking to ensure that the company’s ambitions are not just met, but surpassed? We utilize a transformational leadership framework — a concept developed by James Burns, an American scholar and leadership expert. This approach entails leading by example and motivating our teams through support and empowerment. At our company, every perspective and idea is valued, regardless of where it originates. This fosters an environment where talent can thrive. The outcome? Motivated professionals developing ambitious, innovative products. To ensure a consistent leadership style across the entire organization, we are rolling out training programs for mid-level managers and team leads, strengthening our feedback culture, and prioritizing recognition as a key driver of transformational leadership. We believe that strong leadership and clear direction are essential to our clients’ success and the business’s overall growth. By empowering our teams and encouraging ownership of their work, we turn our employees into drivers of change and progress. This is the mindset that transforms potential into tangible, real-world results. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. 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