This is particularly relevant after Betware’s recent announcements that it has signed agreements with highly respected Spanish companies.

“We at Betware consider the GES in Panama event a great step into the Latin America market. We have built expertise in regulated markets and knowledge of the new breed of player by working with major Spanish gaming companies such as Sistemas Tecnicos de Loterias del Estado (STL) the operator for LAE the Spanish National Lottery since 2007 and now recently Cirsa Gaming Corporation and Grupo Egasa. Our experience proves to be beneficial for gaming operators seeking to enter the online gaming market in Latin America” – said Miguel Angel Abreu Ferrer, Director General of Betware Spain.

Betware has earned an unrivalled reputation for delivering a Gaming Platform which has been designed for flexibility and openness, enabling operators to easily adopt games from 3rd party suppliers of their choice. Betware’s innovation has raised significant interest from gaming companies operating within Latin America and Spain.

Betware will be part of an industry stalwart keynote panel at 2.30 pm on Wednesday 22nd February 2012 and the presentation will include looking at how the tech landscape will change in the next 5 – 10 years, identifying player behaviors of the younger generation, and examining the new mobile gaming technology and how it could impact Latin America gaming.

The new mobile web site was launched in June 2011.  The solution includes features which allow smart phone users to take full advantage of their touch screen capabilities (such as shaking the iPhone to get random numbers selected) and allows players to have full access to their lottery account, wallet and game results. It is an engaging and exciting experience for all Lotto fans allowing them to enjoy their favourite game wherever they choose to, simply by using their mobile phone.

Íslensk Getspá, the operator of Lotto.is,  is one of Betware’s first customers and we are proud to be part of this success.

Detailed information about the Betware Mobile Solution, videos and QR code access to the mobile demo site can be found here.

We are proud to announce that Ólafur Andri Ragnarsson, Betware´s co-founder and Chief Software Arcitect was on the list under the category „Rising Stars & Tech Wisards“. The following is stated about Ólafur Andri in Gaming Intelligence´s recent review.

„Ólafur Andri Ragnarsson – Chief software architect, Betware
Betware is a small Icelandic company but it has created a gaming platform designed to lottery standard, which never falls over. Ragnarsson can take much of the credit for this. A seemingly quiet figure, when it comes time to getting his point across he has the uncanny knack of making people sit up and listen. His words carry weight. In his spare time, Ragnarsson is a lecturer in software and programming at Reykjavik University. He does it because he wants to give something back to Iceland. Betware’s platform has been selected by some of the most innovative national and state lotteries in Europe and North America because its software is second to none. Danske Spil, CIRSA, British Columbia Lottery Corporation and Íslensk Getspá all rely on Ragnarsson’s technology. As more and more lotteries (not normally the most dynamic of organisations) realise the benefits of online technology, Betware is sure to be in the mix.“

For the full review of the Hot 50 Winners please visit Gaming Intelligence web site here and the list of „Rising Stars & Tech Wizards“.

“Betware, with its innovative Gaming Platform and Regulatory Vault offers an all-inclusive package for operators applying for a gaming license within the scope of new market regulations. This agreement is another step towards strengthening our position in the Spanish market; we believe in the success of EGASA’s online venture and look forward to a long cooperative relationship with them.” – said Stefán Hrafnkelsson, Betware´s CEO.

Betware’s Gaming Platform with its robust Player Account supports operators in their multisourcing strategy by facilitating effortless integration with vendors of their choice. With the Regulatory Vault incorporated into the platform, audited by BMM International in Spain, Betware fills a gap by offering a unique and complete Internet gaming solution to gaming operators.

“For over 30 years we have offered the finest entertainment and leisure products and services that anticipate our customers’ needs. We believe that the cooperation with Betware and its Gaming Platform will help us build a strong online presence and expand our business into new areas. Betware´s reputation in the market as well as Betware´s ability to provide independence from the gaming vendors have been key elements on choosing them as partners on this new challenge we have ahead of us.” – said Carlos López, EGASA´s CEO.

Betware´s team of professionals will be introducing its all inclusive gaming solution for regulated markets at the ICE event in London 24th – 26th of January. Visit the company at stand # 5122.

About Group EGASA
EGASA was constituted over 30 years ago, with the vocation of becoming a leading supplier in the leisure and entertainment industry, offering customers a business and professional project prompted by the enthusiasm and passion of all the people that have taken part in the venture.

EGASA is a Spanish company, a symbol of quality, with the disposition of opening up to new markets in countries where possibilities are available for collaboration and the generation of mutual benefit.

EGASA’s activities began with the operation of slot machines in cafés, pubs and bars, and the company grew and evolved into other areas such as: Electronic Casinos (Amusement Arcades), Slot Machine Distribution & Marketing, Bingo halls, Casinos, and their most recent and ambitious project, Integral Entertainment Resorts, all of the aforementioned, with a clear international inclination, and an aim focused at anticipating customer needs.

In Spain EGASA is a leading group on land-based gaming operations, operating a total of 9.000 machines and 70 establishments, with more than 1.600 employees. EGASA is also immersed in a process of expansion at a worldwide level, that includes countries such; as Chile, Colombia, Croatia and others where EGASA is developing Integral Entertainment Resorts (IER) some of which are already a reality.

Email us to arrange a meeting or visit our stand number 5122.

Visit the ICE Totally Gaming website for more information.

BMM International’s European laboratory, BMM Spain, has been accredited to test and certify iGaming platforms for the Spanish Gaming Authority. BMM’s detailed evaluation process revealed that Betware’s Central Regulatory Storage (CRS) system complies with requirements set forth by the regulator. This ensures that Betware´s CRS is the appropriate solution for any operator applying for a license in Spain.

“For over 15 years Betware has been focused on providing top quality products that follow the strictest regulations set forth by authorities. Our major goal is to offer products that allow our customers to focus their efforts on marketing and selling games to their players with Betware ensuring all regulatory requirements” said Stefan Hrafnkelsson, Betware CEO.

Betware’s CRS system captures all required data and can be easily accessed by authorities, without any interference or slowing down gaming operations. It was designed to ensure the compliance with any additional future regulations thus lowering any new investment costs and operational costs for the operator.

Betware provided an interesting challenge for the students which for example involved solving a QR code puzzle which gave them a password to an online game offered by Betware. The challenge was well perceived among the students.

Here you can find pictures from the Betware challenge.

“We at Betware are extremely happy with the agreement with CIRSA as it is yet another proof of the strength of our Gaming Platform designed and developed over the years to best suit most demanding gaming operators. We have great believe in CIRSA and its future online success” –  said Stefan Hrafnkelsson, Betware CEO.

Betware’s Gaming Platform is the most powerful and flexible gaming engine, allowing for effortless deployment of gaming operations online and through mobile phones. It is a state of the art product, tested and audited to fulfill the most rigorous requirements in regulated markets. Built with flexibility and openness it will allow CIRSA to expand its business and add on best of breed games and products as it guarantees a full control over the system and freedom for the operator. The Betware Gaming Platform facilitates all regulatory technical requirements being met within Spain and any other regulated markets.

CIRSA stated that: “Our goal is to take an active stance in the online regulated gaming market. Betware’s Gaming Platform is well suited for that as it solves all the relevant requirements set by the regulator. This leaves us with the room to focus our efforts on marketing to expand our player base and add new exciting games best suited for the demands of our target group”.

About CIRSA
Cirsa Gaming Corporation is a world leader in the leisure and gaming industry, and the top Spanish company in the sector. The company had an operating income of 1,774 million euro in 2010. It has 32 traditional casinos, 83 electronic casinos, 32,500 recreational machines, 88 bingo halls, 140 gaming halls, 139 sports betting centres, 1,250 lottery terminals and 2,583 video lottery terminals in Spain, Italy and Latin America.

All lottery delegates attending the Trade Show are encouraged to visit Betware´s booth # 420 to learn how Betware can help lotteries connect with their players and create a real online community through Betware´s Player Club. Betware will also emphasize on the new Mobile Solution and QR codes and introduce how lotteries can keep the retail chain connected.

Betware´s representatives are more than happy to set up meetings with lottery delegates at the event. To set up a meeting and arrange a presentation with Betware’s representatives during the event please contact sales@betware.com.

To learn more about the NASPL Conference and Trade Show, please visit the NASPL website.