Category Archives: Betting

MGM Resorts’ CEO & President Bill Hornbuckle believes that his company’s move to acquire LeoVegas Group for €575m will help its vision to be the world’s premier gaming entertainment company. On Monday US casino operator MGM Resorts announced plans to acquire Swedish online gaming firm LeoVegas in a €575m deal which has already been unanimously …

888 Holdings has issued an update on the progress of its acquisition of William Hill in a prospectus on the development, detailing the timetable and risk factors involved.  Approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the prospectus explained that the international gambling group will hold an Extraordinary General Meeting on 16 May to seek approval …

Executives from major international sportsbook operators are set to gather in London for Betting on Sports Europe 2022 on 7-9 June, when preparations for the Qatar World Cup will be central to the discussions. The conference and exhibition moves from its long-term home at Stamford Bridge and will instead be staged at nearby Twickenham Stadium, …

As support for the Ukrainian public continues to pour in from a range of industries, including betting and gaming, Pragmatic Play has announced a new contribution. The igaming and sportsbook solutions provider revealed today that it is donating £100,000 to the Red Cross’ Red Crescent Movement response appeal, with all funds channelled towards humanitarian causes …

NetBet France has bolstered the available payment options for its customers, incorporating Apple Pay into its wider offering.  The online sports betting and casino operator aims to enhance its visibility via the new partnership with Apple Pay, by allowing its customers to make simple, safe and secure payments.  Features included with new offering include Face …

Igaming services provider SCCG Management has announced the appointment of Pariekshit Maadishetti as the latest addition to its leadership team in India. Maadishetti has gained experience in consultancy for several startup companies as an investor, board member or mentor, and has also been part of ‘many successful ventures’ in a range of industries. SCCG particularly …

Better Collective has filled the position of Director of Investor Relations, appointing Mikkel Munch-Jacobsgaard to replace Christina Bastius Thomsen. The Danish digital sports media group detailed that Munch-Jacobsgaard – who will assume his new role on 1 June – has ‘followed Better Collective closely’ since the firm’s IPO in 2018. Munch-Jacobsgaard therefore has a deep …

Flutter Entertainment has announced three changes to its boardroom, with Holly Keller Koeppel, Carolan Lennon and David Lazzarato all taking on roles at the FTSE 100 firm. Following the company’s AGM, Flutter confirmed that Michael Cawley had stepped down as Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee, whilst Zillah Byng-Thorne has vacated the role …