Category Archives: Betting

MGM one step closer to acquiring LeoVegas after passing regulatory hurdles

US casino and entertainment conglomerate MGM Resorts has cleared major regulatory and governmental approvals in its pursuit of its LeoVegas acquisition. Based in Las Vegas, MGM is targeting Stockholm-headquartered LeoVegas with a bid of €575m, first announced in early May, representing a 44.1% premium on LeoVegas’ closing price of SEK 42.32. The company believes that …

BGC warns of energy crisis threat to leisure and hospitality

Soaring energy costs have hit the headlines for the past few months, and the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has highlighted the impact these could have on the hospitality sector. Specifically, the betting and gaming trade association highlighted the difficulties faced by retail bookmakers and casinos, citing ‘news reports’ suggesting that these businesses are facing …

SOFTSWISS Anti-Fraud team completes GamCare responsible gambling training

The SOFTSWISS Managed Services Anti-Fraud Team has demonstrated its commitment to social responsibility after becoming the latest company to complete the ‘Social Responsibility, Communication and Motivating Behaviour Change’ course by GamCare. SOFTSWISS explained that it will be able to carry out a series of upgrades to its service level to ensure all parts of the …

Allwyn targets US listing via CHRC merger

Allwyn Entertainment and Cohn Robbins Holding Corp (CHRC) have moved forward with their merger plans, which would result in the former securing a listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ‘declared effective’ Allwyn’s submission of a registration statement in connection with the amalgamation, which the respective …

Delasport shares END 2 END bingo solution with UK turnkey service providers

Igaming software solutions provider Delasport has expanded its product inventory available to UK partners. Thanks to a new strategic partnership with gaming technology firm END 2 END, the company will now be able to offer multiplayer bingo.  Under the terms of the firm’s latest supplier agreement, confirmed late last week, Delasport will offer END 2 …

Roses swapped for red cards in Peter Crouch’s latest Paddy Power ad

Paddy Power and Peter Crouch have continued their long-running collaboration with a new humorous TV commercial, promoting the firm’s BetBuilder product now that football is back on screens.  Taking a sports betting focused spin on traditional romcoms, the ‘Love Football, Intimately’ TV spot has been produced by the Flutter Entertainment sportsbook brand’s advertising agency partner …

Norwegian authorities claim victory as Discovery follows Broadcasting Act gambling rules

Medietilsynet, Norway’s Media Authority, has informed that Discovery Europe has stopped broadcasting gambling adverts to Norwegian audiences  Discovery had previously contested Medietilsynet orders to blackout gambling adverts, broadcast on its pan-European network of MAX, VOX, FEM and Eurosport channels.  The conflict had seen Medietilsynet order Norwegian TV platforms Telia, Telenor, RiksTV and Altibox to terminate …

GG.BET builds on ‘strong roots’ in esports with Team Vitality

GG.BET has partnered with Team Vitality to become the international betting partner of the esports CS:GO superteam. The deal will see the operator create experiences and activations for the community at events, produce ‘next-gen content’ as well as strengthen the bond with international Team Vitality fans.  As part of the link, the betting firm’s brand …

N1 Interactive eyes streamlined payment journey with MiFinity

MiFinity has partnered with  N1 Interactive, as the online casino operator seeks to expand the range of payment options available to its customers.  Part of the Hurricane Global Group, N1 will leverage MiFinity’s ewallet solution with the goal of increasing conversions by providing preferred payment methods to casino players. Using the firm’s iframe across its …