{"id":1969731,"date":"2025-08-20T02:50:06","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T02:50:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=1969731"},"modified":"2025-08-20T02:50:06","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T02:50:06","slug":"vip-play-inc-with-kagen-ai-and-rdu-labs-to-redefine-fan-engagement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/vip-play-inc-with-kagen-ai-and-rdu-labs-to-redefine-fan-engagement\/","title":{"rendered":"VIP Play, Inc. with KaGen AI and RDU Labs to Redefine Fan Engagement"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">LAS VEGAS<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Aug. 19, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; <b>VIP Play, Inc. (OTCQB: <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"ticket-symbol\" data-toggle=\"modal\" href=\"#financial-modal\">VIPZ<\/a>)<\/b> \u2014 VIP Play, Inc., a leader in AI-driven sports entertainment, today announced a strategic partnership with\u00a0KaGen AI and RDU Labs, to accelerate the development of predictive, immersive, and AI-native fan experiences.<\/p>\n<p>By combining KaGen&#8217;s world-class AI engineering with RDU Labs&#8217; innovation engine, VIP Play will unlock new forms of entertainment that are not only reactive to fan behavior but anticipate it, creating highly personalized, immersive experiences designed to capture engagement and drive long-term loyalty.<\/p>\n<div class=\"pull-right inline-gallery-container col-md-8 col-sm-7 col-xs-12\">\n<div class=\"gallery inline-gallery\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-sm-12 clearfix\">\n<figure>&#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<\/p>\n<div class=\"image lightbox-item \" data-src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg?p=publish\" data-asset-type=\"photo\" data-asset-id=\"Life_After_Debt_Aug_17_Event.jpg\" data-asset-label=\"General\" data-sub-html=\"Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)\" data-tweet-text=\"Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)\" data-facebook-share-text=\"Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)\" data-linkedin-text=\"Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)\" data-download-url=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg?p=publish\" data-pinterest-text=\"Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)\" data-twitter-share-url=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg?p=twitter\" data-linkedin-share-url=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg?p=linkedin\" data-facebook-share-url=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg?p=facebook\" data-pinterest-share-url=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg?p=facebook\" onclick=\"omniture_corousal('Carousel Page','Photo Open','https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg','General');\">\n<p>          <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"#\" class=\"tabfocus\" role=\"button\"><img title=\"Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)\" data-getimg=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2751435\/VIP_Play_Partnership_KaGenAI.jpg?w=500\" id=\"imageid_2\" alt=\"Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)\" class=\"gallery-thumb img-responsive\" rel=\"newsImage\" itemprop=\"contentUrl\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><br \/>\n          <span class=\"fa fa-arrows-alt arrow_styles\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\/>\n        <\/div>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n      &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<figcaption>&#13;<br \/>\n        Les Ottolenghi, CEO at VIP Play, Inc., and Mark Bavisotto, Co-Founder of RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI (PRNewsfoto\/VIP Play, Inc.)&#13;<br \/>\n      <\/figcaption>&#13;<br \/>\n    <\/figure>\n<p>    <!-- if video\/audio\/not yotube --><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;This partnership represents the kind of future-facing collaboration we&#8217;re built for. By fusing KaGen&#8217;s world-class AI team with RDU Labs&#8217; innovation engine, we&#8217;re helping VIP Play unlock experiences that aren&#8217;t just reactive\u2014but predictive, immersive, and unforgettable,&#8221; said\u00a0<b><u><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4489367-1&amp;h=2536842540&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fmarkbavisotto%2F&amp;a=Mark+Bavisotto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"xn-person\">Mark Bavisotto<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/b>, Co-Founder of\u00a0RDU Labs and Managing Partner at KaGen AI. &#8220;This is just the start of what AI-native entertainment will feel like.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The partnership aims to integrate predictive analytics, generative AI content creation, and real-time personalization into VIP Play&#8217;s sports entertainment platforms. For investors, this signals a decisive move toward scalable, technology-first entertainment models that align with the explosive growth of AI in the global sports and gaming markets.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Working with KaGen AI and RDU Labs accelerates our vision to transform how fans experience live sports,&#8221; said <b><u><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4489367-1&amp;h=3305702148&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Flesottolenghi%2F&amp;a=Les+Ottolenghi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"xn-person\">Les Ottolenghi<\/span><\/a><\/u><\/b>, CEO of VIP Play, Inc. &#8220;Together, we&#8217;re building AI-driven experiences that will redefine engagement\u2014delivering measurable value to both fans and our stakeholders.&#8221;<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Rapidly Growing Market Opportunity<\/b> \u2014 The global AI in sports market is projected to surpass <b><span class=\"xn-money\">$19B<\/span> by 2030<\/b>, creating significant room for early-mover advantage.<\/li>\n<li><b>Proprietary AI Technology Stack<\/b> \u2014 Combines KaGen AI&#8217;s advanced machine learning capabilities with RDU Labs&#8217; innovation pipeline for a competitive edge.<\/li>\n<li><b>Scalable Engagement Platform<\/b> \u2014 AI-native architecture allows rapid deployment across multiple sports, leagues, and geographies.<\/li>\n<li><b>Predictive Personalization<\/b> \u2014 Moves beyond reactive engagement to anticipate fan preferences, driving higher retention and monetization rates.<\/li>\n<li><b>Revenue Expansion Potential<\/b> \u2014 Opens new monetization channels, including premium fan experiences, targeted sponsorships, and in-platform commerce.<\/li>\n<li><b>Strong Partnership Synergy<\/b> \u2014 Alignment with experienced AI leaders and innovation labs accelerates time-to-market and strengthens IP portfolio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>About Kagen AI\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Kagen AI is an AI engineering company backed by over a decade of experience in building digital products and enterprise applications. We specialize in accelerating AI adoption across industries, leveraging industry-specific expertise and AWS services. Our mission is to help businesses maximize their AI investments by turning ideas into proof of concept and migrating them to production. For more information, visit <u><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4489367-1&amp;h=3905678101&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kagen.ai%2F&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kagen.ai%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/www.kagen.ai\/<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n<p><b>About VIP Play, Inc. <\/b><\/p>\n<p>VIP Play, Inc. (OTCQB: <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"ticket-symbol\" data-toggle=\"modal\" href=\"#financial-modal\">VIPZ<\/a>) is pioneering the future of mobile sports wagering. Operating its proprietary technology platform in <span class=\"xn-location\">Tennessee<\/span> and holding an interim iGaming and mobile sports\u2011<span>betting<\/span> license in <span class=\"xn-location\">West Virginia<\/span>, the company delivers a modern sportsbook with unique wager offerings, sweepstakes contests, and social features. VIP Play&#8217;s cloud\u2011native architecture and AI\u2011driven product roadmap enable secure, data\u2011centric experiences that delight players and uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance and responsible gaming. Visit <u><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4489367-1&amp;h=2864674292&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fvipplayinc.com%2F&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fvipplayinc.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/vipplayinc.com<\/a><\/u> to learn more.<\/p>\n<p>SOURCE VIP Play, Inc.<\/p>\n<p><\/p><\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.prnewswire.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LAS VEGAS, Aug. 19, 2025 \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; VIP Play, Inc. (OTCQB: VIPZ) \u2014 VIP Play, Inc., a leader in AI-driven sports entertainment, today announced a strategic partnership with\u00a0KaGen AI and RDU Labs, to accelerate the development of predictive, immersive, and AI-native fan experiences. 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