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Entrepreneur
16-05-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Inside the Fight League That's Turning Creators Into Broadcasters
GLORY is betting on creators to grow kickboxing in the U.S., launching an exclusive-to-attend, free-to-stream fight series tailored for digital-first audiences. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. For GLORY CEO Marshall Zelaznik, creators aren't just ambassadors — they're the lifeblood of his company's growth strategy. "The Kai Cenats of the world have this incredible machine that generates interest and viewership," he says. "They're the new linear TV networks for growing a fan base." As the world's premier kickboxing organization, GLORY embraces this evolution head-on, borrowing from the cultural playbook that made gaming, creator boxing and Twitch-style engagement explode, while anchoring it in elite competition and high-end production. The result is a fresh format that blends top-tier combat sports with platform-first storytelling, always-on content and the community-driven energy of the internet's favorite creator events. "We're the first group that's taken our core products to these platforms," Zelaznik says. One of the biggest pieces of GLORY's new push is a partnership with Betr, the sports media and gaming company co-founded by Jake Paul. Zelaznik's background inspired the deal in eSports, where he once led business development and content at Blizzard. "Gamers, streamers and creators are always looking for content that'll actually matter to their fans," he says. "Our pitch to Betr was pretty simple: we've got compelling stuff." Related: 'Smiling and Dialing' to a Billion Dollars — How This Kevin Hart-Backed Energy Brand is Changing the Game Creators' experiences with their communities His goal is to make it as easy as possible for creators to plug into the experience and share it with their communities — what he calls "spoon-feeding" them content. "While others might invite a creator to check out what they're doing, we're bringing the whole thing directly to them," he says. "We're really embracing the creator community in a way no one else has." That idea manifests in GLORY Underground, a new creator-forward fight series launched in Miami on May 1st. The first event was invite-only, with Welterweight champ Chico Kwasi defending his belt in a rematch against Lightweight champ Tyjani "The Wonderboy" Beztati. "It's going to feel very exclusive," Zelaznik says. "Like fight club meets the actual club." To be clear, you won't see creators stepping into the ring in Paul Brothers fashion. While Zelaznik is open to leveraging the creator economy to grow the sport, he's committed to preserving the integrity of the core product — delivering high-quality fights featuring world-class professional athletes. "Between the bells at the beginning and end of the fight, this will be a real fight. There will be no shenanigans," he says. "During the walkout, the decision, or between rounds — sure, we'll have some entertainment — but everything inside the ropes will be pure." That balance will be evident in the event's nightclub-style atmosphere and modern production, designed more for mobile viewers than traditional TV audiences. It's a bold move for a company looking to grow its audience to launch an exclusive event series, especially in sports, where ticket sales reign supreme. Airing that event for free is even more daring. There was a time when a company like GLORY would've jumped at the chance to give away media rights to a network like ABC or ESPN — maybe even paid for the airtime. But Zelanzik is betting on a different model. He's all-in on democratized distribution. GLORY's primary platform will be YouTube, and creators are not only welcome but encouraged to co-stream fights — a tactic pulled straight from the eSports playbook. "Instead of saying 'here's the appointment viewing, go watch it on ESPN,' we're making sure everyone with a phone can watch," he says. While this strategy might help grow the audience, it also leaves money on the table, as Zelaznik is well aware. "We're not going to be running around with our pockets overflowing after this event," he admits. But given time, he believes the series will cultivate a dedicated fandom, create a platform for fighters to raise their profile, and eventually, generate revenue. "We're investing in the product right now," Zelaznik says, "but over time sponsorship will grow and that will make up for it." GLORY also benefits from a strong international foundation, giving the company more flexibility to take financial risks. "The success that we have in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Japan — the revenue we generate there from tickets, sponsorships, media rights — all of that gives us the runway to make these kinds of investments," Zelaznik says. It's essentially the inverse of his time at the UFC, where the company had a dominant presence in the U.S. but faced challenges expanding overseas. While the UFC is now a global powerhouse, Zelaznik carries the experience — and the scars — from when that wasn't the case. "The success in the U.S. gave Dana the confidence to invest globally and start building international offices," he says. "So whereas UFC went from the U.S. to international, we're going from Europe to the U.S." GLORY just re-entered the US arena after a hiatus, but Zelaznik is confident in the company's innovative approach. "The key for us on the business side — beyond just building fans—is that we're doing something unique by bridging traditional sports with new media and influencers," he says. "We're embracing the creator community in a way no one else has."
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Prove Advances Pre-Fill Platform With 400 Million Transactions and Announces a Revolutionary Advancement in Frictionless Identity Authentication
Strong and accelerating adoption across financial services and gaming highlights growing demand for seamless, secure onboarding NEW YORK, May 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Prove Identity, Inc. ("Prove") announced it has surpassed 400 million pre-fill transactions across 150 million users. Strong and accelerating adoption across financial services and gaming continues to validate the growing demand for fast, secure, and low-friction identity authentication and makes clear that continuous innovation is a market mandate. Building on that momentum, Prove is advancing the latest version of Prove Pre-Fill® this spring, a new release that eliminates all manual data entry while strengthening real time authentication tied to device and phone possession. Consumers will be able to frictionlessly share personal data by proving they control their mobile device during the transaction. It removes the need for user challenges such as date of birth or full or partial national ID numbers. Every transaction is backed by Prove's Global Fraud Policy, which applies 10 years of real time proprietary phone reputation and behavioral signals to detect and block synthetic identities, SIM swaps, injection attacks, and recycled numbers. This policy is continuously evolving, enabling Prove to stay ahead of sophisticated fraud trends including the ability to detect and stop bots operating over large-scale IoT eSIM networks. Prove Pre-Fill® is already used by major fintechs like Bilt and top US banks and card issuers like Synchrony. In gaming, platforms including Betr and BetMGM rely on Prove to onboard users quickly and securely. "Onboarding new players efficiently has always been of crucial importance in online gaming," said Alex Ursa, Head of Gaming at Betr. "The solutions Prove has brought to market continue to be on the cutting edge, combining a streamlined registration experience that is safe and secure for new players." Prove pioneered the use of seamlessly binding identity verification with authentication, which enables KYC and AML compliance but goes beyond to deliver magical experiences that drive business growth. By tying identity to possession of the device during the transaction, Prove has created an authentication standard that stops fraud before it starts. "We believe users should be in control. Signing up for a credit card, bank deposit account, or gaming app should be easy for the right person and impossible for a fraudster. Our latest technology advances the market toward a new standard," said Rodger Desai, Founder and CEO of Prove Identity. In the first four months of 2025 alone, Prove added more than 50 million Pre-Fill transactions, driven by increased demand during major events such as March Madness. The Prove Pre-Fill® solution update will be available on mobile and desktop in the spring of 2025. Interested in learning more about the Prove Pre-Fill® solution? Click here. About Prove Identity, Inc. ("Prove") Prove enables businesses to provide frictionless digital consumer experiences without compromising security. Prove's advanced identity verification and authentication platform and Prove Identity Network ensure trusted digital transactions throughout the user journey. More than 1,500 businesses, including 18 of the top 20 U.S. banks, rely on Prove to mitigate fraud, boost revenue, improve customer acquisition, enhance cybersecurity, and eliminate the costs of legacy identity verification solutions. Learn more at and follow us on LinkedIn. View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Jane SharpProve@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
13-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Prove Advances Pre-Fill Platform With 400 Million Transactions and Announces a Revolutionary Advancement in Frictionless Identity Authentication
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Prove Identity, Inc. ("Prove") announced it has surpassed 400 million pre-fill transactions across 150 million users. Strong and accelerating adoption across financial services and gaming continues to validate the growing demand for fast, secure, and low-friction identity authentication and makes clear that continuous innovation is a market mandate. Building on that momentum, Prove is advancing the latest version of Prove Pre-Fill ® this spring, a new release that eliminates all manual data entry while strengthening real time authentication tied to device and phone possession. Consumers will be able to frictionlessly share personal data by proving they control their mobile device during the transaction. It removes the need for user challenges such as date of birth or full or partial national ID numbers. Every transaction is backed by Prove's Global Fraud Policy, which applies 10 years of real time proprietary phone reputation and behavioral signals to detect and block synthetic identities, SIM swaps, injection attacks, and recycled numbers. This policy is continuously evolving, enabling Prove to stay ahead of sophisticated fraud trends including the ability to detect and stop bots operating over large-scale IoT eSIM networks. Prove Pre-Fill ® is already used by major fintechs like Bilt and top US banks and card issuers like Synchrony. In gaming, platforms including Betr and BetMGM rely on Prove to onboard users quickly and securely. "Onboarding new players efficiently has always been of crucial importance in online gaming,' said Alex Ursa, Head of Gaming at Betr. 'The solutions Prove has brought to market continue to be on the cutting edge, combining a streamlined registration experience that is safe and secure for new players." Prove pioneered the use of seamlessly binding identity verification with authentication, which enables KYC and AML compliance but goes beyond to deliver magical experiences that drive business growth. By tying identity to possession of the device during the transaction, Prove has created an authentication standard that stops fraud before it starts. 'We believe users should be in control. Signing up for a credit card, bank deposit account, or gaming app should be easy for the right person and impossible for a fraudster. Our latest technology advances the market toward a new standard,' said Rodger Desai, Founder and CEO of Prove Identity. In the first four months of 2025 alone, Prove added more than 50 million Pre-Fill transactions, driven by increased demand during major events such as March Madness. The Prove Pre-Fill ® solution update will be available on mobile and desktop in the spring of 2025. Interested in learning more about the Prove Pre-Fill® solution? Click here. About Prove Identity, Inc. ('Prove') Prove enables businesses to provide frictionless digital consumer experiences without compromising security. Prove's advanced identity verification and authentication platform and Prove Identity Network ensure trusted digital transactions throughout the user journey. More than 1,500 businesses, including 18 of the top 20 U.S. banks, rely on Prove to mitigate fraud, boost revenue, improve customer acquisition, enhance cybersecurity, and eliminate the costs of legacy identity verification solutions. Learn more at and follow us on LinkedIn.
AU Financial Review
28-04-2025
- Business
- AU Financial Review
Matt Tripp's Betr buys 20pc of PointsBet in takeover war
Matthew Tripp's Betr has bought nearly 20 per cent of its bookmaker rival PointsBet, throwing a major curveball in Japanese entertainment giant Mixi's attempted takeover of the company. Betr, formerly known as BlueBet, has been trying to thwart a deal with Mixi since PointsBet announced the $353 million board-endorsed bid in late February. It told the market late on Monday it had bought more than 66 million shares in PointsBet.
Tahawul Tech
21-03-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Hasnae Taleb and Jeff Ransdell to support UAE startups
Jeff Ransdell, Managing Director and Founding Partner of Fuel Venture Capital, and Hasnae Taleb, Managing Partner of Mintiply Capital, are making waves in the UAE investment landscape by introducing a $300 million vintage fund. This ambitious initiative dedicates $45 million specifically to fuel the growth of startups within the GCC region. The fund is strategically structured to offer regional investors a rare opportunity to capture exponential returns by backing high-growth ventures before they reach public markets. The collaboration between Mintiply Capital and Fuel Venture Capital takes the form of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), leveraging both firms' unmatched expertise in capital markets and venture investments. With decades of collective experience, Ransdell and Taleb are uniquely positioned to guide companies through the critical phases of growth, scaling, and eventual public listings. Their shared vision is built on the understanding that private market investments in pre-IPO companies have the potential to generate immediate returns of up to 200% from day one, presenting a transformative proposition for investors across the UAE and broader GCC region. The vintage fund provides access to an elite portfolio of high-potential startups backed by Fuel Venture Capital. Notable names include: Betr – A disruptive sports betting platform co-founded by Jake Paul, integrating real-time engagement with microbetting. A disruptive sports betting platform co-founded by Jake Paul, integrating real-time engagement with microbetting. Curve – A fintech innovator providing a single card that aggregates all financial accounts into one seamless experience. A fintech innovator providing a single card that aggregates all financial accounts into one seamless experience. CookUnity – A chef-to-consumer platform redefining meal delivery with curated, gourmet-quality meals. A chef-to-consumer platform redefining meal delivery with curated, gourmet-quality meals. Novopayment – A fintech infrastructure company driving digital payments innovation across the Americas. A fintech infrastructure company driving digital payments innovation across the Americas. Aexlab – A pioneer in virtual reality gaming and social engagement technologies. These companies are not just building market-leading products; they are poised to reshape industries and create outsized investment returns when they enter the public markets. Jeff Ransdell and Hasnae Taleb believe in creating pathways for local investors to participate in the most promising global opportunities. This vintage fund provides GCC-based investors exclusive pre-market access to disruptive businesses that would otherwise remain out of reach until a much later stage. Jeff Ransdell, founder of Fuel Venture Capital, brings a remarkable career spanning decades in public markets. As a former Managing Director at Merrill Lynch, he led a team responsible for managing a staggering $130 billion in assets for some of the world's most influential investors. His deep understanding of capital markets, asset management, and scaling high-growth companies provides him with a unique ability to identify and nurture disruptive startups poised for exponential success. Hasnae Taleb shattered barriers as the youngest equity trader on Wall Street and the first Arab African woman to achieve such recognition in global capital markets. Known for her sharp analytical mind and fearless decision-making, Taleb earned the nickname 'Shewolf of Nasdaq' for her unparalleled ability and navigate high-stakes trading scenarios with precision. Now, as Managing Partner of Mintiply Capital, she leverages her expertise in trading, equity markets, and entrepreneurship to build ecosystems that empower innovators and investors alike. 'Both Jeff and I understand what it takes to list companies and the immense value creation that occurs before a company goes public', said Hasnae Taleb. 'We are bringing this opportunity to investors in the region to give them access to exceptional returns and a strategic advantage over traditional investment avenues'. Jeff Ransdell added, 'The GCC market is evolving rapidly, and there's a growing appetite for sophisticated investment vehicles. This fund delivers exactly that — it empowers investors to support transformative businesses while capturing the kind of returns typically reserved for institutional players'. The introduction of this vintage fund and the strategic partnership between Mintiply Capital and Fuel Venture Capital reflect a shared commitment to enhancing the financial ecosystem in the UAE and KSA. By supporting visionary entrepreneurs and scaling innovative businesses, the duo aims to foster sustainable economic growth and establish the region as a hub for entrepreneurial excellence and venture capital success. Image Credit: Mintiply Capital & Fuel Venture Capital
