SkillOnNet and Regency Entertainment secure online gambling licence in Greece
The joint venture received approval from the Hellenic Gaming Commission and will launch Regency Casino Online
Key points:
– A Type 2 licence allows slots, live casinoa and interactive games
– The move is part of SkillOnNet’s strategy to expand in regulated European markets, leveraging local partnerships for market entry
The joint venture between SkillOnNet and Regency Entertainment has obtained an operating licence in Greece after receiving approval from the Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC).
The partnership will launch Regency Casino Online, a digital gambling platform that combines SkillOnNet’s gaming technology with Regency Entertainment’s casino management experience. The Type 2 licence permits the venture to offer online gambling products, including slots, live casino games and interactive formats to Greek players.
SkillOnNet operates over 30 online casinos internationally, including PlayOjo, BacanaPlay and SpinGenie. The company has identified growth opportunities in the Greek market as part of its expansion into regulated jurisdictions.
Regency Entertainment operates casino and hospitality properties in Greece, including Regency Casino Mont Parnes in Athens and an entertainment complex in Thessaloniki featuring Regency Casino Thessaloniki, the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Vergina Theatro.
Maor Nutkevitch, SVP Corporate Development at SkillOnNet, stated: “This new market for us, combined with Regency’s extensive experience, presents our first opportunity to provide Greek players with services designed to meet their needs for the first time, consistently evolving our product, always within the Greek legislative framework, with responsibility and reliability.
“Furthermore, the issuance of the gambling license in Greece marks another significant step for SkillOnNet. The new license underscores the company’s commitment to expanding into even more regulated gaming markets in Europe and worldwide.”
Good to know: SkillOnNet’s entry into Greece represents part of the company’s strategy to expand into regulated markets, as it recently did in the Brazilian market
Giannis Tsirikos, Regency Entertainment CEO, stated: “From the beginning of our strategic partnership, SkillOnNet and Regency shared a common vision: to offer an innovative entertainment experience to Greek players.
“The issuance of the license brings us a step closer to fulfilling this vision, through SkillOnNet’s modern and comprehensive online casino platform, which will serve as the vehicle for delivering a top-tier digital entertainment experience.
“An experience that reflects the quality of Regency’s land-based venues and services, and inspires the trust, transparency, and sense of safety that have allowed us to stand out in the preferences of Greek players. We are confident that our new digital product will exceed the expectations of the Greek public.”
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