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Bacardi Teams Up with the ENTERTAINER business to Launch South Africa’s First Liquor Rewards App

Fri Feb 02 2024

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My ROUND app will provide customers with hundreds of exclusive discounts across the country.  

South Africa, 26th September 2022 – Liquor powerhouse, Bacardi, has partnered with global loyalty and rewards solutions provider, the ENTERTAINER business, to provide customers with hundreds of exclusive Bacardi offers across South Africa. 

Bacardi customers will be able to access more than 200 offers at hundreds of bars and clubs in South Africa. Members of the app can look forward to two unique offers, where they can gain access to Buy One Get One and percentile offers on a Bombay Sapphire cocktail or a Bacardi cocktail among many other offers, allowing consumers to unwind and enjoy a new tasting experience. 

Julian Morbidelli, Head of B2B – South Africa at the ENTERTAINER business, said: “This partnership is truly unique in the sense that customers are engaging with Bacardi on a whole new level, being incentivized for trial and consumption in the on-trade environment is something new and exciting for members and brands alike. We are very excited about this partnership.” 

The newly launched app will be available across various app stores and will be free to download. The Bacardi My ROUND app is also an easy-to-use app powered by the ENTERTAINER that includes features such as a savings calculator, maps, favorite outlets, a user-friendly redemption mechanism and much more! 

Commenting on the partnership, Kyle O’Reilly, Head of On Trade at Bacardi South Africa, said: “This is a very exciting partnership, and a first for both Bacardi and The Entertainer. This collaboration gives us the opportunity to engage with consumers in a unique way, offers consumers the opportunity to try new drinks from our portfolio and is all backed through data. The future potential for collaborations like this is endless and we look forward to new and innovative ways to continue bringing personalized experiences to our consumers. This is a game changer for us in the South African market.” 

About the ENTERTAINER business 

The ENTERTAINER business creates easy-to-use and cost-effective app platforms that leverage incentives to help connect businesses with their customers and employees. Each platform can be adapted to suit any business, and clients can choose from a variety of features that best serve their brand and budget. The app solutions are fully customizable and may be white-labelled, co-branded or even embedded into any business’s existing app. The business division works with more than 250 partners globally and offers our clients loyalty solutions that allow them to leverage the ENTERTAINER model, venues, offers and more as a means of rewarding and delighting their employees and/or customers. 

 For press inquiries, please contact: 

Penny McNmara, Head of Marketing

Mobile:  +971 58 590 1510

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.theentertainerme.com

About Bacardi South Africa 

Bacardi South Africa (PTY) LTD is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, produces and markets internationally recognized spirits and wines. The Bacardi Limited brand portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, GREY GOOSE® vodka, PATRÓN® tequila, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including WILLIAM LAWSON’S® Scotch whisky, ST-GERMAIN® elderflower liqueur, and ERISTOFF® vodka. 

Founded 160 years ago in Santiago de Cuba, family-owned Bacardi Limited currently employs more than 8,000, operates production facilities in 10 countries, and sells its brands in more than 170 countries. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. Visit http://www.bacardilimited.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram. 

LIVE PASSIONATELY. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. BACARDÍ, AND THE BAT DEVICE ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF BACARDÍ & COMPANY LIMITED. BACARDÍ, THE BAT DEVICE AND OTHER MARKS RELATED TO BACARDI GROUP PRODUCTS QUOTED IN THIS PRESS RELEASE ARE TRADEMARKS OF BACARDI & COMPANY LIMITED OR OF OTHER SUBSIDIARIES OF BACARDI LIMITED. 

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United Arab Bank Signs Exclusive Partnership with the ENTERTAINER to Offer Lifestyle Benefits with New UAB Credit Cards

United Arab Emirates – United Arab Bank (UAB), one of the UAE’s oldest homegrown banks, has partnered with the ENTERTAINER, the leading lifestyle savings app in the region, to offer complimentary 12-month membership with its new Credit Cards.

This exclusive benefit unlocks thousands of Buy One Get One Free offers at top restaurants, attractions, leisure venues, hotels, spas and more across the UAE. As the only bank in the UAE providing full access to the ENTERTAINER offers nationwide, UAB is setting a new benchmark for lifestyle-driven banking rewards and reaffirming its commitment to delivering tangible, everyday value to customers.

The official signing was attended by Emre Yalcin, Head of Retail Banking at United Arab Bank; Donna Benton, Founder and CEO of the ENTERTAINER; and key executives from both organizations.

Emre Yalcin, Head of Retail Banking at UAB, commented: “Our new Credit Card proposition is built around two key pillars; rewarding the needs of families and complementing the everyday essentials of individuals. I am confident that our exclusive partnership with the ENTERTAINER will enhance both verticals, allowing our customers to enjoy a thoughtfully curated suite of benefits.”

The ENTERTAINER app features over 10,000 Buy One Get One Free offers covering dining, wellness, attractions, leisure activities, hotel stays, and everyday services. Popular venues include Ewaan, Mott32, Waldorf Astoria, KidZania, LEGOLAND®, Wild Wadi and many more — delivering a wide array of savings opportunities tailored to UAE residents.

Donna Benton, Founder and CEO of the ENTERTAINER, added: "At the ENTERTAINER, our mission has always been to make savings simple, valuable and accessible. This partnership with United Arab Bank brings that mission to life for thousands of new members across the UAE. We’re excited to help UAB Credit Card holders experience more of what they love, for less."

As the ENTERTAINER continues to grow its network of merchant partners, this collaboration highlights the shared vision of both brands, delivering real value to members while supporting business growth across the UAE. This partnership further enhances UAB’s ecosystem of strategic collaborations aimed at driving long-term value for customers.

Thu Nov 20 2025

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DB Investing Partners with the ENTERTAINER to Help Clients Save Money Daily Across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Dubai, UAE. DB Investing, the award-winning, multi-regulated financial platform, is proud to announce its latest strategic partnership with the ENTERTAINER, the region’s most trusted lifestyle savings app. This collaboration represents a powerful step forward in DB Investing’s mission to deliver value beyond the trading screen—helping clients grow their wealth, and save more in their everyday lives.

Through this exclusive partnership, all DB Investing clients in the UAE and Saudi Arabia will receive complimentary, 6 months access to GCC product through the ENTERTAINER lifestyle app, unlocking thousands of offers across restaurants, leisure, travel, beauty, fitness, and more. These benefits are typically reserved for paid subscribers, but DB Investing clients will now enjoy them for free—without any membership cost.

“We believe that investing in our clients' financial wellness means more than just offering advanced trading tools and multi-asset access,” said Gennaro Lanza, CEO of DB Investing. “With the rising cost of living, saving money on daily activities is more important than ever. Partnering with the ENTERTAINER allows us to help our clients enjoy life’s best moments—without overspending.”

This partnership is part of a larger client-first strategy at DB Investing. In recent months, the company has:

✅ Expanded its regulatory footprint with new licenses from ESCA (UAE) and Fintrac (Canada).

✅ Strengthened its presence across Dubai, Seychelles, Cyprus, Malta, Nigeria, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.

✅ Earned over 10 prestigious international awards, including recognition as one of the Top 50 CEOs in Financial Markets for 2024.

Now, with this collaboration, DB Investing continues to lead by example—proving that investing smartly and living smartly can go hand in hand.

Whether it’s enjoying a night out, taking the family to brunch, or booking a staycation, DB Investing clients now have more ways to stretch their money, while continuing to grow their investments.

About DB Investing:

DB Investing is a global trading platform offering access to over 10,000 instruments, including real stocks, ETFs, bonds, and crypto. Regulated in the UAE, Seychelles, and Canada, DB Investing is redefining what it means to be a modern brokerage—with a strong focus on technology, education, and client empowerment.

About the ENTERTAINER business 

The ENTERTAINER business offers customised loyalty and rewards opportunities to over 250 businesses globally. We enable businesses to tailor their loyalty and rewards programmes to serve their customers and staff. Whether driving customer acquisition, improving staff retention or increasing omnichannel data-driven engagement, the ENTERTAINER business delivers tangible ROI in addition to invaluable analytics and insights.

Thu Nov 13 2025

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Multiways and the ENTERTAINER Partner to Launch Exclusive Lifestyle Savings App for Daria Bond Smartphone Users

Dubai, UAE – August 22, 2024 – Multiways International L.L.C., a leader in cutting-edge mobile and Web 3.0 technology, announces a strategic partnership with the ENTERTAINER, the region's leading lifestyle savings app, to celebrate the launch of their flagship Daria Bond smartphone.

This exciting collaboration brings Daria Bond customers the exclusive ‘Daria ENTERTAINER’ app, a co-branded lifestyle savings app offering access to over 3,500 Buy One Get One Free offers across the UAE, Oman, Qatar, KSA, Bahrain, and Egypt. Daria Bond owners can indulge in 2-for-1 savings at restaurants, attractions, leisure activities, spas, salons, fitness centers, hotel stays, and much more.

The Daria Bond smartphone goes beyond just a device. It features an embedded client node that empowers users to participate in secure transactions and earn rewards through a proof-of-activity consensus protocol. These rewards can be conveniently used to purchase location-specific offer packages within the Daria ENTERTAINER app – which comes pre-loaded on all devices in the UAE.

Amplify your lifestyle savings further! Daria Bond owners can also unlock exclusive subscriptions to ENTERTAINER Soleil. This program provides access and discounts at hotel pools, beach clubs, top gyms, and fitness classes across the UAE, allowing you to unwind and stay active at a fraction of the cost.

Donna Benton, Founder and CEO of the ENTERTAINER: "We're thrilled to partner with Multiways and Daria Bond to offer their users an unparalleled lifestyle savings experience through the Daria ENTERTAINER app. This collaboration perfectly aligns with our mission of providing exceptional value and enriching experiences for our members."   Mr. Halil Chaglar, CEO of Multiways International L.L.C.: “We believe in innovation, transparency, collaboration, and sustainability, guiding us in creating value for our customers and the broader community. The ENTERTAINER is the perfect partner to celebrate the launch of our flagship Daria Bond smartphone with the Daria ENTERTAINER app, so our users can enhance their lifestyle and make substantial savings across the region.”  

About Multiways International L.L.C.

At Multiways International L.L.C., we are pioneering the future of Web 3.0 by integrating Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) into smart devices. Our flagship product, the Daria Bond smartphone, features an embedded client node that enables users to participate in secure transactions and earn rewards through our proof of activity consensus protocol.

Our mission is to make the Web 3.0 economy accessible to everyone, regardless of their technical expertise or financial status. We believe in innovation, transparency, collaboration, and sustainability, guiding us in creating value for our customers and the broader community.  

About the ENTERTAINER Business

Powered by the ENTERTAINER - the region’s leading lifestyle savings app with a network of 10,000 merchant partners globally - the ENTERTAINER business empowers over 250 global businesses with customised loyalty and rewards programs. We enable businesses to tailor programs to enhance customer acquisition, improve staff retention, and drive data-driven omnichannel engagement. Find out more about what we do here - business.theentertainerme.com.  

Media Contact:

Rana Al Najjar, ENTERTAINER Business Marketing Manager

M: +971 50 557 9203

E: [email protected]

Thu Aug 22 2024

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