Beach Bum News
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Keren Marom, co-founder of Beach Bum, was speaking in a panel held as part of Calcalist's gaming conference in collaboration with Google and Playtika. The panel also included: Schraga Mor, CEO of Plarium, and Uri Marchand, co-founder and CEO of Overwolf.
The article discusses the evolving gaming industry, focusing on companies like Beach Bum, Plarium, and Overwolf. At the Calcalist Gaming Conference, panelists highlighted the role of innovation and AI in game design and development. Beach Bum, acquired by Voodoo, has improved its monetization efforts. Plarium is reportedly being sold to Sweden’s Modern Times Group for up to $820 million, marking a significant growth milestone. Overwolf provides infrastructure for developers to enhance gaming experiences, with creators earning substantial income. The panelists emphasized the importance of quality and innovation in driving growth, with AI playing a crucial role in future developments.
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חברת הגיימינג ביץ' בם נמכרת בכ-300 מיליון דולר
Digital board game company Beach Bum, founded by Playtikas Gigi Levy-Weiss and Uri Shahak, has been sold to French gaming company Voodoo for $250-300 million. Beach Bum, which has grown under the radar in recent years, has millions of loyal users who want to play their favorite real-world games on mobile. Voodoo is a French mobile gaming company whose shareholders include Chinese company Tencent and Goldman Sachs. Beach Bum employs over 100 people and most of its shares are held by its five founders. The company also raised initial capital of $14 million from two venture capital funds: Haim Sabans venture capital fund and 83North.
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Dwyane Wade Partners With Spades Royale
NBA Champion Dwyane Wade has partnered with the social gaming app Spades Royale, bringing the challenge and entertainment of Spades to users worldwide. The partnership utilizes the power of social gaming to deliver an immersive experience, with Wade serving as the host during play. Spades Royale, developed by Beach Bum Ltd., is already attracting hundreds of thousands of players and expects increased traffic with the inclusion of Wade. The partnership aims to combine Wades passion for the game with the excitement and challenge of the app, providing an unparalleled gaming experience. Wade recognizes the benefit of aligning with a leading mobile game title and is excited to introduce his fans to a fun, challenging, and competitive game off the court.
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