96.com Appoints Two iGaming Veterans to Drive Growth and Operations in 2026

PRESS RELEASE.

The platform has appointed Nick Plotnek as Head of Acquisition, and Jacqueline Neo as Chief Operating Officer — and the combined résumés of these two operators speak louder than any roadmap announcement.

There are hires. And then there are statements of intent.

96.com, the crypto casino built for the next generation of online gaming, has made two of the most significant leadership appointments the crypto gaming space has seen in recent memory — and any observer paying attention to where this industry is heading should be paying close attention to this platform right now.

Two Operators. One Clear Signal.

Nick Plotnek joins as Head of Acquisition, arriving directly from Shuffle.com, where the same title was held, and a reputation was built for fast, data-driven growth strategies in one of the most competitive arenas in crypto gaming. Twelve months at Shuffle defined that edge: speed, precision, and a sharpened instinct for what actually moves the needle. At 96.com, Plotnek takes the wheel on player acquisition with a mandate to scale the platform’s user base aggressively in a market that shows no signs of slowing down.

“96.com is exactly the kind of opportunity I have been looking for. The platform has real momentum, the product is strong, and there is a genuine appetite to do things differently. I am here to build something that lasts.”

— Nick Plotnek, Head of Acquisition

Jacqueline Neo steps into the COO role, carrying one of the most compelling track records in iGaming. Nearly six years at Yolo Group saw Neo lead Bitcasino — one of the world’s most established crypto casinos — through a sustained period of growth and innovation. Originally from Singapore and based in Estonia, Neo built a leadership philosophy around a single principle: execution over noise. The appointment as Chief Operating Officer reflects both the scale of 96.com’s operational ambitions and the platform’s seniority.

“I have spent six years learning what world-class crypto gaming operations look like. 96.com has the foundation, the team, and the vision to compete at the very top. I am here to make sure we execute on that.”

— Jacqueline Neo, COO

2026 Is Not a Planning Year. It Is an Execution Year.

The two appointments arrive as 96.com moves into what the platform has described as a defining year. Significant user growth is the target for 2026, backed by a pipeline of product launches aimed at deepening engagement and broadening appeal among both new and experienced crypto players. Feature announcements are expected in the months ahead as the team shifts from planning into full execution mode.

The platform’s own statement leaves little room for ambiguity:

“We do not make hires like this unless we are ready to move. Nick and Jacqueline are operators who have performed at the highest level, and bringing them both on board at the same time tells you everything about where we are heading. 2026 is the year 96.com becomes a name everyone in this industry knows.”

— 96.com

Built for the Crypto-Native Player

96.com has positioned itself as a crypto-native casino that prioritises transparency, speed, and a seamless player experience. The platform supports a wide range of cryptocurrencies and runs an expanding library of games spanning slots, live casino, and provably fair titles — built for a global audience that increasingly chooses decentralised alternatives over traditional online gaming.

As competition in the crypto casino space intensifies and players become more discerning, the platforms investing in leadership with proven track records are the ones converting interest into loyalty — and loyalty into long-term dominance. With Plotnek and Neo now in place, 96.com has made its intentions for the year unmistakably clear.

The next generation of crypto gaming has its team in place. The only question is whether the opportunity is seized early enough.

Visit 96.com to explore the platform.

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