Continent 8 Technologies, a global leader in managed hosting, connectivity, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions for the iGaming and online sports betting industry, has announced an expanded partnership with Sportingtech, a multi-award-winning betting and gaming provider.
This expanded collaboration will see Continent 8 oversee and manage Sportingtech's cybersecurity operations, further enhancing their longstanding relationship.
Sportingtech already relies on Continent 8’s high-performance cloud solution to ensure seamless connectivity, high availability, and uptime for its betting and gaming platforms.
The newly extended partnership now gives Sportingtech access to Continent 8’s full suite of advanced cybersecurity services, including a Managed Security Operations Centre (MSOC) and Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) solutions.
This collaboration will be supported by C8 Secure, a specialist division of Continent 8 focused on delivering comprehensive cybersecurity services. The MSOC and SIEM solutions will provide continuous 24/7/365 monitoring, advanced threat detection, and threat intelligence integration, helping Sportingtech identify potential risks and stay ahead of evolving threats.
These services offer high-performance analytics, efficient incident management, and continuous monitoring across Sportingtech's entire IT infrastructure, including endpoints, servers, cloud environments, and network devices.
Sportingtech's Chief Technology Officer, Michael Jack, expressed the company's enthusiasm for the enhanced partnership, stating,"Sportingtech is excited to expand our partnership with Continent 8 by incorporating their MSOC and SIEM services into our cybersecurity operations.
Their tailored service approach aligns perfectly with our need for bespoke, reliable, and responsive cybersecurity solutions. This partnership empowers us to enhance our security posture while maintaining the flexibility and attention to detail that drive our success."
The strengthened alliance marks a significant step in Sportingtech's mission to safeguard its platform and users, leveraging the expertise of Continent 8's cutting-edge cybersecurity services.
Continent 8’s Vice President and Chief Security Officer, Patrick Gardner, also commented on the collaboration, emphasizing the importance of the partnership,"Continent 8 is excited to further its collaboration with Sportingtech as both its infrastructure and cybersecurity partner.
We have been powering and protecting the iGaming and online sports betting market for over 25 years, and our MSOC and SIEM services will provide the necessary threat prevention, detection, and response framework to safeguard Sportingtech’s extensive gaming operations."
This enhanced partnership underlines Continent 8’s commitment to delivering high-quality, scalable solutions for the iGaming industry, ensuring companies like Sportingtech can continue to grow securely in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
As the online gaming industry continues to expand, so do the risks and challenges in maintaining secure platforms. With this expanded collaboration, Sportingtech is well-positioned to mitigate potential cyber threats, ensuring the safety and reliability of its services for customers around the world.
The partnership between Continent 8 and Sportingtech not only strengthens Sportingtech’s cybersecurity posture but also showcases the growing importance of advanced security measures in the global iGaming and online sports betting sectors.
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