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With VCT EMEA Stage 2 now well underway, we’re delighted to announce Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE) as a Main Partner for VCT EMEA and VALORANT Game Changers EMEA until the end of 2025!

Paysafe’s paysafecard solution, which can be used as an online payment method on VALORANT’s PC Client, will be promoted on the broadcast, in the Riot Games Arena in Berlin and on our social media channels for the remainder of the 2024 and 2025 VCT EMEA and VALORANT Game Changers EMEA seasons. Fans attending the arena can also look forward to special promotions to try out paysafecard for cash purchases in their favorite games.

Paysafe’s top-ranking prepaid payment solution paysafecard offers our fans a simple and safer way to pay online with cash, without having a bank account or credit card. For over 20 years, this widely accepted prepaid card has been a popular payment method for gaming enthusiasts, so many VALORANT fans will already be familiar with paysafecard.

Making this partnership come to life, paysafecard will showcase the special in-game segment THRIFTY, calling out teams that win a save round against teams who invested significantly more into the round. Additionally, paysafecard will present a VCT EMEA Stage 2 Grand Final content series, featuring short-form video content covering player and talent predictions, analyses and highlights of the best moments from the Finals.

“Since paysafecard was launched more than two decades ago, video gaming has been a central part of our payment solution business,” said Alisa Barber, Chief Marketing Officer at Paysafe. “We are laser focused on giving gamers a variety of payment choices to enhance their playing experiences, including the option to securely and easily pay with cash. There is no better place to demonstrate our commitment to esports than by fueling the fun of the VCT EMEA & VALORANT Game Changers EMEA by providing players with another way to pay for unforgettable playing experiences.”

“paysafecard is very popular among the gaming community, so we’re delighted to introduce Paysafe to VALORANT Esports EMEA fans,” said Daniel Ringland, Head of VALORANT Esports EMEA. “We’re always looking to enhance the experience of our fans, and by partnering with Paysafe across two of our VALORANT Esports EMEA products, we believe we can offer a better, safer and more seamless payment experience to our community.”

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PlayAIO is thrilled to announce the launch of its innovative AI-powered data optimization product and service, specifically designed for the sports betting and iGaming industry. Founded in 2023, PlayAIO aims to transform how businesses utilize data to drive player value and strategic growth.

The proprietary PlayAIO engine streamlines data analysis, offering always-on support and customized AI solutions that scale with your business. By uncovering hidden patterns and trends, PlayAIO will help customers enhance engagement, improve efficiency, and achieve transformative impact.

PlayAIO has quickly gained traction, with several customers already onboard and the product live in the market. The company is poised for continuous growth, innovating in the critical area of machine learning and AI.

“In the competitive world of sports betting and iGaming, success hinges on leveraging data effectively. PlayAIO was created to eliminate the guesswork and unlock the hidden power of your data, and I’m excited to be able to bring this to market,” said Josh Gibbs, CEO of PlayAIO.

“Our advanced AI-driven solutions provide real-time insights and anomaly detection, equipping businesses to make informed decisions that drive growth and innovation.”

PlayAIO will be at IGB Amsterdam to showcase its proprietary PlayAIO engine and how it unlocks the hidden power of sportsbook and iGaming data to enhance engagement and achieve transformative growth.

PlayAIO Unlocks the Power of Your Data with AI-Driven Optimization.

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Clarion Gaming will be providing the 10,000+ delegates expected at next week’s iGB L!VE with a preview to the creative campaign produced in support of the January 2025 edition of ICE – the first to be held at the impressive Fira de Barcelona Gran Via.

The 2025 creative invites the international industry to ‘Explore the NEW gaming ecosystem’ as presented by the world’s leading gambling brands across the 120,000 sqm exhibition – the biggest ever edition of the show.
Explaining the messaging Clarion Gaming Managing Director Stuart Hunter said: “Each year we place a lot of emphasis on our creative which to a large extent sets the tone for the upcoming edition of what is widely regarded as being the most influential and important b2b gaming technology expo in the world.

“Our relocation from London to Barcelona is historic. 2025 will be the first occasion that ICE has moved outside the UK and only the second time it will have been held outside London. The creative is an invitation to Explore our superb new venue, Explore the cutting-edge innovations from our 1,000+ exhibitors and of course Explore our new host city which embraces both culture and commerce as well as history and hospitality.

“Explore is an invitation which as all the feedback suggests the world of gaming will accept in record numbers as ICE opens a new chapter in a long history of serving the needs of its stakeholders.”
January’s editions of ICE and iGB Affiliate will occupy 120,000sqm of space compared to the 100,00sqm at ICE 2024. In a major endorsement of the opportunities offered by the relocation to Barcelona 72% of the 25 biggest exhibitors will have an increased stand presence at ICE 2025.