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HUDstats, a leading gaming tech company delivering AI-driven storytelling products for clients such as LALIGA, KNVB or SIS (Sports Information Services), announces the appointment of Damian Burns as Board Advisor.

A passionate gamer himself, Damian has often ventured into new territories, with a knack for unlocking new opportunities for innovation and creative solutions. He was the first EMEA Senior Vice President appointed by Amazon’ streaming platform, Twitch, and was tasked with growing the company’s network of content creators, media partners, agencies, advertisers, publishers and developers.

“We’re excited to have Damian join us as Board Advisor. What started as a casual exchange of messages quickly turned into deep, engaging discussions about tech, GenAI and storytelling in the gaming industry. It became clear that Damian shares our passion and creative energy in the gaming tech industry, and I’m thrilled to announce he’s now part of the extended team at HUDstats. With his impressive experience across technology, media, entertainment, and gaming, he’s perfectly positioned to help us accomplish our ambitious and transformative vision for the gaming and entertainment industry”, stated Andrei Bălănescu, CEO of HUDstats.

Previously, Burns also worked for Meta (Facebook) and Google. He was Meta’s managing director of Gaming, leading the social media giant’s gaming business for several years. Before that, Damian had a decade-long stint at Google overseeing their global agency business and was also the director of global strategic partnerships.

“HUDstats is really carving out a niche in the gaming world right now. They’re not just developing some really impressive AI-driven tech, but they’re also using it to dream up some really innovative gaming experiences. Their successful partnerships with LALIGA, Dreamhack, KNVB and SIS, and their exciting collaboration with AWS and the use of GenAI products are really outstanding. They have just the right blend of technology and creativity, and I’m really happy to be part of their team and contribute to the future of gaming technology and storytelling”, added Damian, currently Chief Revenue Officer for Kindred and their Audience Logic commerce data business.

Damian Burns joins Giels Brouwer, CEO of Akela Hub and founder of SciSports, as Board Advisor, and will work closely with HUDstats’ CEO Andrei Bălănescu in advancing AI-driven storytelling and data analytics in the gaming and entertainment industries.

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GR8 Tech updates its management structure with two strategic promotions: CTO Artur Ashyrov and CRO Oleksandr Feshchenko are expanding their responsibilities as the company’s new Deputy CEOs. The expansion of the top management team enables GR8 Tech CEO Evgen Belousov to be less involved in operational matters and more focused on the strategic and visionary aspects of the business, moving towards GR8 Tech’s long-term goals.

Evgen Belousov states: “The greatest challenges and opportunities arise where the interests of different functions intersect. Oleksandr and Artur have a proven track record in cross-functional projects, showcasing their deep understanding of our business. Their new roles will enable them to steer GR8 Tech toward even greater success.”

In their expanded roles, Ashyrov and Feshchenko will focus on identifying growth opportunities and developing actionable plans to address them. They will continue to lead the company’s technology and revenue functions, ensuring a seamless transition and expanded responsibilities.

“I’m a huge believer in the efficiency of cross-functional teams, having seen their ingenuity and fresh approach multiple times. Combining my CTO experience with a Deputy CEO perspective is an exciting and extremely interesting challenge. I’m eager to enhance our internal processes and deliver noticeable improvements in our SLAs, platform’s stability and performance, and so on,” says Artur Ashyrov.

Oleksandr Feshchenko confirms his statement, adding: “Coming from the product side, I’ve always been invested in the entire lifecycle – from profitability to process optimization. As Deputy CEO and CRO, I’m excited to implement my vision for a more efficient and innovative company-wide flow.”

GR8 Tech will exhibit its latest advancements and discuss the exciting changes at the upcoming iGB L!VE, held in Amsterdam on July 17-18. Attendees are welcome to visit the GR8 Tech stand 12-G75 to learn more about how the enhanced leadership team plans to drive further growth and innovation, as well as get more information about GR8 Tech’s solutions for iGaming operators.

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This July, Springbok Casino invites all players to celebrate ‘Mzansi’s Winter Wonders’, a tribute to South Africa’s incredible wildlife and their unique adaptations to the winter season. From gentle elephants to resilient rhinos, these stories highlight the incredible behaviors and survival strategies of ten animals during the colder months.

Lion dads are the epitome of relaxation, often sleeping up to 20 hours a day. However, when danger threatens their pride, these seemingly lazy kings become fierce protectors. During the colder months, they rely on strong family bonds within the pride, while lionesses take advantage of the longer winter nights to stalk their prey more effectively.

With the vegetation thinning out, Elephants rely on their excellent memory and social knowledge to locate resources.

African Penguins are resilient birds who rely on their dense feathers to keep warm as they swim in the chilly waters hunting for fish.

Relying on their strong sense of smell, Rhinos spend the winter months locating the last remnants of edible plants and can often be seen visiting waterholes more frequently, ensuring they stay hydrated.

With less foliage, spotting prey becomes easier, and Eagles take full advantage with their keen eyesight. Eagle pairs use the winter to strengthen their bonds and are often seen soaring together and performing aerial displays.

Meerkats will dig deeper and more complex burrows to avoid the chill. Their intricate tunnel systems provide warmth and safety, allowing them to huddle together during cold nights.

The feature also highlights how Black-backed Jackals, kudus, Vervet Monkeys, and Baboons alter their foraging patterns and habits during the winter months.

To honour South Africa’s resilient wildlife, for the month of July, Springbok Casino is offering players 25 free spins on its new Cosmic Crusade slot.