Category Archives: Betting

Rene Jansen: KSA to enter ‘new phase in supervision’ in 2022

The launch of the Dutch online sports betting and gaming market was one of the biggest developments in the European sector last year, but as the vertical establishes itself there is still more to be done.  This is according to Rene Jansen, Chairman of the Netherlands gambling authority Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), who discussed the continued growth …

CVC strengthens Belgian position by supporting Gaming1 expansion

CVC Capital Partners has partnered with Gaming1, the Belgian Ardent Group’s entertainment brand, supporting the next phase of the latter’s growth strategy.  As a result of the collaboration between CVC and Gaming1’s majority shareholders, the US-based global investment firm will provide the international gambling group with ‘expertise’ to support its growth strategy.  Gaming1 is currently …

Erik Nyman: Establishing EveryMatrix as a major US player

When establishing a US footprint, European companies must ensure that they localize their content for each individual state according to Erik Nyman, President of Americas at igaming software provider EveryMatrix. Speaking at the recent SBC Summit North America, Nyman expressed his belief that there will still be many surprises ahead for the US market as …

BtoBet: Horse racing a ‘must-have instance’ for UK market

With a new year and new opportunities ahead, BtoBet’s Chief Operating Officer, Dima Reiderman, spoke to SBC Americas about the company’s progress in 2021 and outlook for the next 12 months. 2021 proved to be a positive year for BtoBet, as Aspire Global completed the full migration of its partner brands onto the sportsbook platform. …

Stake.com links with Swindon Town following UK entry

Stake.com has moved to strengthen its brand presence in the UK following its launch in the country, signing an agreement with Swindon Town FC. The partnership between the cryptocurrency betting and gaming operator will see its logo featured on the League Two team’s shirt sleeves for its Emirates FA Cup Third Round match against Manchester …

BresBet launches app to progress with expansion plans

BresBet has announced the launch of its new app, marking the sports betting operator’s debut in the mobile gaming space, having so far offered online, retail, telephone based services.  Detailing the move as the next stage in its expansion strategy, the Sheffield-based firm – established last year – has made the app available to iOS …

Playmaker makes first move of 2022 with Futmarketing acquisition

Digital sports media company Playmaker Capital has moved to bolster its position in the Latin American market by completing its acquisition of Brazilian digital media and marketing group Futmarketing. Following the merger, the day-to-day operations of Futmarketing will be managed by Futbol Sites, a Playmaker subsidiary. Playmaker has emphasised that its new holding has ‘played …

Pragmatic Play appoints new COO to assist with 2022 expansion plans

Detailing an ambition to continue driving growth across its international business throughout the coming year, Pragmatic Play has announced the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer.  Taking on the position at the igaming content provider is Irina Cornides, as the company aims to maintain its current commercial course of delivering its multi-product portfolio of …

Betby promotes Rosaire Galea Cavallaro to bolster senior team

Identifying an objective to bolster its senior team, Betby has taken the decision to promote Sales Manager Rosaire Galea Cavallaro to the position of Head of Sales.  In his new position, Galea Cavallaro will be based in Betby’s Malta head office with the goal of driving its European commercial expansion as well as the growth …

Paddy Power supports Jack Wilshere as he looks for new club

Former England midfielder, Jack Wilshere utilised the marketing expertise of Paddy Power as he continues in his bid to find a new club.  Having turned 30 on New Years Day, Wilshere has been training with Arsenal as he emphasised in the video that he still has a lot to offer the professional game. Spokesman Paddy …