EvenBet Gaming, a leading developer of online gaming software and solutions, has launched its pioneering poker platform with Hollywoodbets, one of South Africa’s largest and most reputable betting brands.
The agreement sees EvenBet’s award-winning technology integrated into Hollywoodbets’ market-leading offering, marking one of the first fully functional online poker services on the African continent.
The newly launched poker platform will feature a variety of formats, starting with the most popular, Texas Hold’em.
Hollywoodbets has been serving players in South Africa for decades, standing at the forefront of the industry with a comprehensive portfolio of online games and sports betting content from the world’s leading providers.
The partnership represents a major milestone for EvenBet in Africa, a market with significant long-term growth potential.
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With increasing mobile penetration, improving technological infrastructure and rising player demand for skill-based games, the region is primed for the expansion of online poker.
This latest agreement underscores EvenBet’s commitment to entering high-potential markets, where it equips leading operators with innovative solutions that drive player engagement and revenue growth.
Dmitry Starostenkov, CEO at EvenBet Gaming, said: “Partnering with Hollywoodbets to deliver one of Africa’s first fully functional online poker offerings is a landmark moment for us and for the continent.
“Hollywoodbets’ scale, reputation, and deep local expertise make them the perfect partner to introduce a world-class poker experience to South African players. We are confident that this launch will ignite a new era for online poker in the region.”
Wayde Dorkin, Head of Product at Hollywoodbets, said: “Hollywoodbets is proud to introduce our first full-fledged online poker experience. This marks an exciting new chapter for us and our players, bringing world-class online poker action to the local market with the quality, innovation, and trust that have made Hollywoodbets a household name.
“We’re confident this launch will set a new standard for the product in South Africa.”
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