Caliplay, the Mexican online casino and sports betting brand, has announced it launched legal action against Playtech, the global gaming giant, as it seeks to cancel a partnership between the two companies.

The legal action was filed by Caliplay in the 46th Civil Court of Mexico City and it was brought against Playtech and also its Playtech Software and Playtech Malta subsidiaries. Caliplay was formed as a joint venture between Caliente, the Mexican operator, and Playtech.

Now Caliplay wants to break off its legal relationship with Playtech because the Mexican company says that it has a negative impact on the running of its regulated online casino and sports betting business.

The Mexican Court has already issued several interim orders until the final resolution of the case, including the suspension of some of the rights Playtech held under the agreements with Caliente.

Until the claim is resolved, Playtech must continue to provide software and services to Caliplay. However, the supplier will no longer receive payment from the Mexican operator for its services.

Caliplay released a statement in which it expressed its desire to have the matter resolved as quickly as possible. Moreover, the Mexican operator underlined that it “is committed to maintaining a channel of communication with Playtech through which any disputes can be discussed and resolved.”

A Highly Valued Customer

Playtech did not respond negatively to the news from Mexico, at least not yet. On the contrary, the global gaming supplier described Caliplay as “a highly valued customer” and added that their contractual relationship has been “extremely productive for both parties.”

The company also noted that it has only become aware of the legal proceedings from Caliplay’s announcement and not from the Mexican Court. “Playtech has not yet had access to the court filings in Mexico,” a company statement read. “To the best of its knowledge, it has not yet been served with any proceedings. Playtech is therefore only aware of the matters in Caliplay’s announcement.”

However, the matter has its origins in February, when Playtech tried to obtain clarification from English courts on a disagreement with Caliplay. The case in question referred to whether the latter still held an option to redeem an additional services fee element of the strategic agreement.

The fee amounted to 34.4 million euro for the first six months of 2022 and Playtech said the option is stated as being exercisable for a period of 45 days following the approval of the audited accounts. In Playtech’s view, the option had expired but the operator disagreed.

Source: “Caliplay launches legal action against Playtech in Mexico“. iGaming Business. October 5, 2023.

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A deadly fire at Casino Royale located in Monterrey, Mexico, dating to August 2011, resulted in the death of 52 guests. The arson attack was conducted by a criminal organization known as the Los Zetas. Now, more than a decade after the deadly crime, Luis Adán Gómez Vázquez, who also used the alias José Pérez and was infamous as “El Gordo” or “El Comandante,” suspected to be the head of the Los Zetas cartel, was sentenced to prison.

After a lengthy investigation and trial, Vázquez received a conviction of 32 years in prison. Along with that, he was hit with a fine of 392,610 pesos ($23,000). The man, believed to be the head of the deadly cartel serves his prison sentence at the Federal Center for Social Readaptation Number 7, located in Guadalupe Victoria, Durango, Telediario reveals.

Vázquez used to serve in the Army between 1993 and 1999. After that, from 2002 through 2008, he was a police officer as a part of the Monterrey municipal police. Then in 2008, it is believed that he became a part of the Los Zetas cartel.

In light of his extensive experience with law enforcement, he had accumulated knowledge and connections that were beneficial for the cartel. An investigation claimed that he was in charge of a network of “vigilantes”, individuals also referred to as hawks, that used to patrol the city and report activities by law enforcement officers.

Despite the allegations of a relation of the cartel to the deadly fire at Casino Royale in 2011, Vázquez was sentenced to prison over other charges. He was arrested in September 2011 after extensive surveillance work.

Vázquez was detained along with other alleged cartel members and in possession were found long and short-barrel weapons, along with ammunition and narcotics. It is believed that while in the Army, Vázquez created contacts that enabled him to gain access to weapons that are exclusively available to soldiers.

The arson at Casino Royale took place on August 25, 2011, when a group of armed men with multiple vehicles arrived at the venue. The man carried cans of gasoline and started spraying the casino’s floors, furniture and slot machines before igniting them. Once the fire started burning, it quickly engulfed the casino, resulting in the deaths of many of the visitors, with some dying after being treated for their wounds in hospital.

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10bet, an iGaming operator committed to offering best-in-class experiences to its players, has officially launched in Mexico. The company hopes to conquer the local market, becoming the go-to site for many Mexican gamblers.

Following this launch, players in Mexico can register and play with 10bet, accessing a rich suite of sports betting offerings and online casino games.

In terms of online casino, 10bet offers high-quality titles from cutting-edge studios. Gamblers can expect to find a vast selection of slots, classic games and live casino titles from studios such as Ainsworth, Evolution, NetEnt and Pragmatic Play.

In addition, sports enthusiasts will get an extensive list of sports markets for a variety of sports and leagues. By playing with 10bet, players can place wagers on the NFL, NBA, MLB, WTA, ATP, Champions League and a variety of soccer leagues and other sporting events. The operator promises smooth experiences that will allow fans to fully engage with the sport they are betting on.

Last but not least, 10bet will celebrate its foray into Mexico by unleashing a host of exclusive promotions and bonuses for local players. This will notably include prize wheels, welcome offers, loyalty programs, cash-back offers and odds boosters, among others.

A Big Moment for 10bet

Arthur Perry, 10bet’s CRO global, expressed his company’s excitement to enter the Mexican market. He noted that Mexico is a country that is known for its love for sports and online betting. He added that local players are sure to offer what 10bet has in store.

We are thrilled to bring the 10bet experience to the Mexican market. Mexico is a country with a deep passion for sports and online entertainment, and we are excited to offer Mexican players a thrilling and safe platform where they can indulge in their favorite games and sports betting activities.

Arthur Perry, CRO global, 10bet

The entry cements 10bet as a global gaming leader, further demonstrating its desire to reach as many players as possible. The company is known for taking responsible gambling seriously and always prioritizing player safety.

To that end, 10bet’s platform utilizes all tools and measures needed to prevent problem gambling and harm. Biometric verification and data protection systems allow 10bet to mitigate risk and provide fans with a risk-free platform. The operator fields a skilled customer support team that is always available for inquiries.

In other news, 10bet recently grew its footprint in Africa thanks to a hallmark deal with Bafana Bafana, South Africa’s national soccer team.

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The new collaboration will see Pragmatic Play considerably strengthen Vívelo24’s reach in the Mexican iGaming market, bringing a variety of games to local audiences. The operator is well present in both the Mexican market as well as the Latin American region, making it an ideal partner for Pragmatic’s further ambitions.

Pragmatic Play Strengthens Latin American Presence

Players in Mexico will now have access to a number of excellent games by Pragmatic, including but not limited to Sugar Rush and Gates of Olympus. New releases are also on the cards for local audiences, with The Knight King and Big Bass – Keeping it Reel among some of the most promising new releases on the iGaming market this year.

The company is also deploying its Live Casino solutions, including Sweet Bonanza CandyLand and MegaWheel. The partnership comes on the back of similar arrangements in the region, as the supplier has already secured a string of operator collaborations, with brands such as SA Esportes, MiCasino, FullReto, and others.

Pragmatic Play VP of Latin American operations Victor Arias welcomed the opportunity to see the supplier team up with yet another prominent entity in the market. He hailed the chance to see Pragmatic bring three of its verticals, including virtual sports games, live casino, and online casino games to the market in Mexico and Vívelo’s library.

The Latin American market remains extremely important to us and we’re really excited to continue growing in the region. We look forward to another successful LatAm partnership with Vívelo24 and can’t wait to see the reception to our games.

Pragmatic Play VP of Latin American operations Victor Arias

Welcomed Content Boost for Vívelo24

Vívelo24 director Ignacio Palau was similarly pleased with the opportunity to see his company strengthened by yet another prominent local operator. Palau said that Pragmatic Play has one of the strongest portfolio solutions when it comes to casino games and adds a massive offer to Vívelo24’s library.

“With Pragmatic Play being renowned for their extensive, award-winning offerings, they’re undeniably an industry leader and we look forward to providing players in Mexico with their extremely high standard of games,” the director concluded.

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Canadian supplier of gaming content and technology Bragg Gaming announced today its online games are now live in Mexico via a new partnership with Caliente Interactive.

‘Exciting, Player-Engaging Content’

Bragg Gaming’s launch of both proprietary and exclusive third-party content with the iGaming leader in Mexico continued the footprint expansion of the Toronto-based online casino content supplier across North America.

Bragg Gaming’s chief executive officer, Yaniv Sherman, said that the expansion of the company’s content with Caliente Interactive “is another successful step” of the business seeking to become “a provider of exciting, player-engaging content to leading iGaming operators around the world.”

We are excited to feature our newest proprietary and exclusive third-party content with the leading iGaming operator in Mexico as this new relationship provides us with a unique platform we can leverage to introduce our innovative games to players in the market.

Yaniv Sherman, CEO, Bragg Gaming

Following the launch with Caliente Interactive, customers in Mexico have access via the operator’s local website to a range of Bragg Gaming proprietary games such as Egyptian Magic, Fairy Dust and the Girl with the Golden Eyes produced by Bragg’s Atomic Slot Lab studio, new exclusive content developed by Bragg partner studios, and a rich portfolio of content created by development studios around the world.

“We have already made tremendous progress with our North American growth strategy, and we expect our success will continue to accelerate as we debut our new offerings in additional iGaming markets across this region,” Sherman continued in his comments, hinting at future expansion plans of the company in the region.

Targeting iGaming Supplier Leadership

Sherman firmly believes that Bragg’s remote game server (RGS) technology and growing portfolio of games produced by Bragg’s studios and boosted with exclusive third-party premium content from studio partners Powered by Bragg ensures a favorable position for the company “to become a leading iGaming supplier in North America.”

A content-driven iGaming technology provider, Bragg Gaming serves the online and land-based gaming industry by offering casino gaming titles produced by its in-house studio brands Wild Streak Gaming, Spin Games, Atomic Slot Lab, Indigo Magic and Oryx Gaming.

In February, Bragg’s gaming North American footprint expanded via a new partnership with Caesars Sportsbook & Casino in New Jersey which launched Bragg Gaming’s popular titles, including Egyptian Magic, Fairy Dust and the Girl with the Golden Eyes, and RGS technology for Caesars customers in the Garden State.

Outside of North America, Bragg Gaming expanded its presence in Switzerland via an agreement with Swiss Casinos which saw a selection of Bragg Gaming titles become available for Swiss Casino customers.

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