Continent 8 Expands Presence in West Virginia

Pioneering Approach in West Virginia

Since its inception in 2018 with a site in South Charleston, Continent 8 has adopted a pioneering approach, positioning itself as a first-mover in the United States’ online gambling landscape. With the launch of online sports betting in West Virginia later that year, Continent 8 facilitated seamless operations for its customers, laying a solid foundation for the industry’s growth.

The establishment of a new data center in Petersburg underscores Continent 8’s commitment to offering robust disaster recovery and enhanced business continuity solutions. Partnering with the Seneca Rocks Regional Development Authority, Continent 8 extends its reach, ensuring PCI DSS compliant services to operators and suppliers, thus fortifying West Virginia’s online gambling infrastructure.

Approval for Public Cloud Solution

Continuing its expansion efforts, Continent 8 secures approval from West Virginia’s gambling regulator for its powerful Public Cloud solution. This cloud-based offering, already operational in several regulated gaming states across the US, provides operators and suppliers with a flexible, usage-based model, facilitating market entry while meeting stringent regulatory standards.

Michael Tobin, Founder and CEO of Continent 8, emphasizes the company’s dedication to providing unparalleled infrastructure solutions: “We are thrilled to have added a second site, allowing us to expand our offering to include disaster recovery, as well as our approved Public Cloud solution in our original site, further establishing Continent 8 as the leading infrastructure provider in the North American market.”

Future Expansion and Investment

With operations spanning 30 US states and plans for further multi-site expansion, Continent 8 demonstrates its commitment to continuous growth and innovation. The company’s investment in expanding its global network of interconnected locations across four continents highlights its strategic vision to meet the evolving needs of the online gambling industry.

Continent 8’s expansion in West Virginia signifies a significant step forward in fortifying the state’s online gambling infrastructure. By providing essential disaster recovery solutions and gaining approval for its Public Cloud offering, Continent 8 addresses the critical needs of operators and suppliers while positioning itself as a key player in the region’s burgeoning market.

As the online gambling industry continues to thrive, investments in robust infrastructure are vital to ensuring operational resilience and sustained growth.