Category Archives: Betting

Betsson H1 sees tough balance between new market growth and Euro declines

Betsson AB has underscored its ‘diversified corporate growth strategy’ – as progress within new markets offsets multiple headwinds across Western European jurisdictions. Publishing its H1 2022 interim report, the Stockholm-listed online gambling group registered corporate revenues of €356m, up 8% on corresponding 2021 results of €330m. Headline growth was attributed to a record Q2 performance …

DCMS criticised for ineffective policy on loot boxes 

DCMS has come under fire for not being tough enough on its policy related to loot box engagements and the safety of children and minors playing video games. On Monday, DCMS announced that video game platforms must ensure that parental locks are applied to loot box purchases – requiring children/minors to get parental consent to …

Wazdan’s Collect to Infinity and Cash Infinity offer perfect fit for player engagement suite

Andrzej Hyla, CCO at igaming solutions provider Wazdan, speaks about how the recent launch of its trademarked Collect to Infinity and Cash Infinity mechanics has supercharged its slot portfolio, delivering considerable engagement value to the products in which they appear… “Wazdan’s philosophy of supporting partner growth through a commitment to innovation and finding new ways …

Swedish clinic sounds alarm on rising incidence of female problem gamblers  

Spelfriheten, a Swedish clinic that specialises in outpatient treatment for gambling addiction,  has reported a ‘marked increase in its services since the pandemic’.  The Stockholm clinic, which provides free and confidential digital meetings for at-risk players and their relatives, has branded the first half of 2022 as its busiest period providing treatment services.   During the …

Oddin.gg commercial growth continues as TrustDice deal signed

Crypto sportsbook and casino operator TrustDice is set to integrate Oddin.gg’s esports wagering and risk management solutions.  The latest in a series of agreements inked by the esports betting services provider, the deal will see TrustDice integrate Oddin.gg’s products into its own in-house platform. Oddin.gg will provide its esports odds feed and risk management product …

PlayOJO rolls out ‘Madame OJO’ as new global campaign 

PlayOJO has launched ‘Madame OJO’, the new global advertising campaign of the fair-play online casino operator. The campaign has been developed by London advertising agency McCann Demand and sees PlayOJO debut Madame OJO, a ‘fabulous and larger than life character’ to help promote its online casino and bingo products.  The launch of Madame OJO further …

Ian Brown to lead Flutter UK&I following Conor Grant exit

Flutter Entertainment Plc has confirmed the inbound appointment of Ian Brown as new Chief Executive of its UK-&-Ireland business. Brown will take the reins at the FTSE100 betting and gaming group in September, replacing outgoing CEO Conor Grant, who will continue to work with the incoming Chief Executive during the transition phase.  A former CEO …

Altenar expands Spanish presence via Casino Gran Madrid partnership

Altenar will supply its sportsbook solution and platform to the Casino Gran Madrid under the terms of a new partnership, bolstering its European betting and gaming standing.  The agreement will include provision of esports, data, retail and virtual products, as Altenarr seeks to reach a wider audience of Spanish bettors and maintain track on its …

Jim Brown: Sportradar’s new program is taking a holistic approach to athlete wellbeing

Collaboration and proactive education initiatives around the potential risks of sports betting can help form the basis of a holistic athlete wellbeing program, according to Jim Brown, Sportradar’s Head of Integrity Services & Athlete Wellbeing for North America. Announcing the launch of the Athlete Wellbeing Program at SBC Summit North America, Brown began by giving …

Bacta appoints John Bollom as interim VP to finish governance review 

Bacta – The British Amusement Catering Trade Association has announced the appointment of John Bollom as Vice President on an interim basis. Bollom, the current Managing Director of the Swansea-based Mumbles Entertainment Pier, will succeed incumbent VP Trevor Sutton, who has stepped down from the trade body to focus on external commitments. Replacing Sutton – …