Bayes Esports, the leading supplier of official esports live data, services and products, has announced a multi-year partnership extension with BETER, leading betting content and data provider. Expanding on their previous deal, BETER gets access to Bayes Esports’ visualisation tools and adds a significant amount of premium coverage of CS2 and Dota 2 esports matches to its portfolio. Alongside the distribution deal, Bayes Esports is adding more BETER odds to its marketplace, providing its customers with more choice when selecting an odds provider.

Bayes Esports is providing BETER with enhanced visualisation tools powered by official live data. With a focus on delivering the best esports betting experience, BETER can now offer its customers Bayes Video for Bettors to further enhance platform engagement and boost user retention.

“We are pleased to extend our longstanding and reliable partnership with Bayes Esports. They have proven themselves as a dependable data partner, which is why we have taken the decision to extend our collaboration. Our partnership will enable both parties to continue offering top-quality odds and betting services, providing customers with more choice and flexibility. This partnership extension is the next step in BETER’s global strategy to utilize official data in order to provide customers with the highest uptime on the market and better engagement,” Evgeniy Bekker, Esports General Manager of BETER, said.

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BETER gains access to Bayes Esports expanded coverage of over 1000 top tier matches including new content and game title additions. Extending this distribution partnership is a testament to Bayes Esports’ leading content ecosystem in esports data.

As part of the agreement, Bayes Esports will add BETER odds to its Live Odds marketplace. With just one integration, Bayes Esports’ Live Odds customers can access a multitude of odds providers, including those from BETER, offering flexibility when building a betting portfolio. Betting companies can also opt for BETER’s full turnkey solution which includes industry leading trading and risk management. The two products work in tandem to one another, so a company at any stage of their esports journey has a high quality solution.

“BETER are experts in their field of providing betting services, so we are thrilled to have them onboard as a strategic partner. Our offerings are complementary to one another, enabling us to provide enhanced esports solutions to the market. This collaboration reflects our joint commitment to elevating industry standards and strengthening the integrity of the esports ecosystem,” Amir Mirzaee, Co-CEO and Managing Director at Bayes Esports, said.

Bayes Esports partnership programme consists of BETER, Pinnacle and DATA.BET. The programme aims to highlight those companies boosting the integrity of esports.

The Commission for Youth Media Protection (KJM) has officially endorsed IDVerse, a leading provider of online age verification solutions, to address the growing need for enhanced minor protection. This endorsement comes in the wake of concerning statistics from the Javelin Report, which underscores the critical importance of safeguarding children online. With 54% of households not monitoring or restricting their children’s online activity, the risk of exposure to harmful content is significantly heightened. KJM’s endorsement of IDVerse is a significant step towards robust and comprehensive solutions for protecting minors online.

KJM, as the central oversight body for youth media protection in Germany, plays a crucial role in evaluating and endorsing effective age verification and protection systems. Comprises experts from federal and state media authorities, KJM ensures that digital content adheres to stringent youth protection regulations. The organisation’s endorsement is a significant mark of credibility and reliability for solutions like IDVerse.

The Javelin Report, a comprehensive study on online safety, reveals that more than half of households do not monitor their children’s online activities, leading to increased risks of identity fraud and exposure to inappropriate content. The lack of oversight amplifies the need for advanced technological solutions that can provide a safer online environment for minors.

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By endorsing IDVerse, KJM champions innovative solutions that prioritise the safety and well-being of minors in the digital age. IDVerse’s advanced age verification technology offers a proactive defense against online threats, ensuring that minors are protected from identity fraud and inappropriate content. This endorsement is particularly valuable for the iGaming market, where preventing underage gambling is a critical concern.

Peter Violaris, Head of Global Privacy at IDVerse, said: “We are honored to receive the endorsement of KJM, which validates our unwavering commitment to minor protection and online age verification. The alarming statistics on unmonitored online activity among children underscore the critical need for robust solutions.

“At IDVerse, we have developed cutting-edge technology that not only protects children but also respects the privacy of all users. Our system ensures that only the necessary information is shared and that data is securely handled and promptly deleted after verification. Together with KJM, we are dedicated to creating a safer online environment for children worldwide.”

The endorsement of IDVerse by KJM sets a precedent for future initiatives aimed at enhancing minor protection and safeguarding children from age-restricted or inappropriate content. It underscores the importance of collaboration between regulatory bodies and industry leaders in addressing the evolving challenges of the digital landscape.

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has entered into a partnership with BK8, a leading global sports betting and i-Gaming platform. As per the deal, BK8 will be the official sponsor for the highly anticipated HSBC BWF World Tour Finals 2024, scheduled to take place in Hangzhou this December.

BK8’s sponsorship extends to three prestigious badminton tournaments within the HSBC BWF World Tour 2024:

• TOYOTA Thailand Open 2024 – 14th to 19th May 2024
• Hong Kong Open 2024 – 10th to 15th September 2024
• HSBC BWF World Tour Finals 2024 – 11th to 15th December 2024

Michael Gatt, Managing Director of BK8, said: “We are excited to collaborate with the BWF to deliver an exceptional tournament experience and showcase the best of badminton to fans around the world. This partnership symbolizes our dedication to contribute to the vibrant badminton community and promoting the spirit of competition.”