EntwineTech
- Founded
- 2004-01-01 in Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Headquarters
- Makati, Philippines
EntwineTech is a privately held live dealer software provider founded in 2004 and headquartered in Makati, Philippines. Recognized as a pioneer in live dealer gaming, the company develops and supplies real-time casino games streamed from physical studios, offering Blackjack, Roulette, Baccarat, Sicbo, and proprietary games like Crazy21 across 18 tables in two studio settings (Western and Eastern). Its platform supports downloadable, browser-based, mobile apps, and HTML5 games with integrated wallet and bonus systems. Licensed by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission and First Cagayan, EntwineTech serves over 70 licensee operators worldwide, including notable clients like 888, 188bet, Betway, Sun Game, and Fun88. The company claims thousands of concurrent daily players with 99% guaranteed uptime. Despite its longevity and client base, EntwineTech has not raised external funding and maintains a low public profile regarding its management team.
Detailed Review
Company History and Founding
EntwineTech was established in 2004, entering the live dealer space when streaming real casino tables to online players was still emerging. The company’s early adoption and continuous development positioned it as a major innovator in the sector, eventually describing itself as “the largest live dealer platform in the world” on its LinkedIn profile. The company grew from approximately 200 employees in its early years to a current headcount estimated between 501 and 1,000.
Products and Studios
The core offering centers on classic table games: Blackjack, Roulette, Baccarat, Sicbo, and the proprietary Crazy21 variant. These are broadcast from two studio environments designed to appeal to Western and Eastern audiences respectively. Each game is hosted by professional live dealers and players interact via an interface that includes betting controls, chat, and game history. The platform is built for mobile and web, with native apps and HTML5 clients, as well as an integrated wallet and bonus system – features important for operator retention and player engagement.
Licensing and Market Position
EntwineTech holds licences from the Alderney Gambling Control Commission and First Cagayan in the Philippines, allowing it to serve operators in regulated markets across Europe, Latin America, South Africa, and Asia. The company claims a 99% guaranteed uptime and thousands of concurrent daily players. It is privately held and has not disclosed any venture capital or private equity funding.
Partnerships and Clients
Notable clients include 888, 188bet, Sun Game, Fun88, and Victor Chandler (now Betway). In 2011, Victor Chandler signed an agreement via Limelight, which acted as the exclusive reseller of EntwineTech, with Chandler describing EntwineTech’s product as “one of the best Live Dealer products we have seen”. Other listed clients indicate a strong presence in both Western and Asian markets.
Leadership and Funding
No confirmed leadership information is publicly available for EntwineTech itself. Extensive searches of corporate databases, news archives, and company pages did not yield any named individuals in roles such as CEO, CTO, CCO, COO, or founders. The only executive-level name associated with the company is Celia Ho, identified in a 2011 press release as CEO of Limelight, the exclusive reseller – not of EntwineTech. The company remains unfunded per Tracxn.
Key Products
Live Dealer Studio – Western & Eastern Settings
Two physical studios designed with different decor and dealer styles to suit Western and Eastern player preferences. Hosts all games.
Blackjack
Standard live dealer blackjack with multiple seat positions and side bets.
Roulette
European and/or American roulette streamed with real wheel and ball.
Baccarat
Multiple baccarat variants (including squeeze and no-commission) offered from the studio.
Sicbo
Live dice game broadcast from dedicated tables.
Crazy21
A proprietary live dealer game combining elements of blackjack with unique payout rules.
Mobile & Web Platform
Native mobile apps and HTML5-compatible web client with integrated wallet and bonus management system.
Offices & Headcount
750 employees (approx.)