Category Archives: Betting

UK enforcement action casts shade over Unibet’s net zero goals

The operator of FDJ United’s Unibet brand in the UK has been charged by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) for social responsibility and AML licensing failures. Platinum Gaming has received a warning, needs to pay the Commission £10m, and will have to undergo a third party audit to ensure it meets policies, procedures and controls. …

FotMob and bwise Media expand global sports impact ahead of World Cup 2026

After announcing their exclusive global partnership in late 2024, FotMob and bwise Media are already seeing standout results — delivering rapid commercial growth, onboarding new global advertising partners, and laying the foundation for a highly scalable World Cup 2026 strategy. Now surpassing 20 million monthly active users, FotMob has solidified its position as one of …

Nick Wright, Midnite: ‘We believe we’re the Monzo of betting’

For the better part of its lifespan, the UK gambling market has been dominated by the likes of William Hill, Betfred, and Ladbrokes, among others – brands with roots tracing way back into the last century. However, while these legacy operators have each managed to amass a large loyal customer base over the years, it …

Battle lines drawn as Playtech v Evolution dispute revealed

Two of the biggest B2B firms in the gambling sector are at each other’s throats as Evolution and Playtech trade accusations of smear campaigns and illicit activity. Stockholm-listed Evolution AB published a statement earlier today accusing Playtech of hiring Black Cube, an Israeli private intelligence company which bills itself as specialising ‘in high stake disputes’. …

BOS study signals clear channelisation liabilities of Swedish Gambling 

Publishing a comparative study between Sweden and Denmark, trade body outlines clear liabilities of why a restrictive gambling regime is undermining online channelisation for  online casino. As such, Swedish ministers must recognise mistakes and implement new policies and balanced protections in 2026. The Riksdag has received the recommendations and insights on how to strengthen the …

Sportradar latest to join UAE’s growing list of approved gaming stakeholders

The UAE’s emerging betting and gaming market continues to develop at pace, with the list of licensed vendors continually expanding, Sportradar being the latest addition. As of today (21 October), 17 companies have secured ‘gaming-related vendor licences’, while one firm, Wynn Resorts, has the only land-based gaming licence, and a sole lottery licence is held …

Belgian gambling regulator is getting fed up with its regulatory burdens

The Belgium Gambling Commission (KSC) is demanding new powers to address what it believes are urgent regulatory challenges impacting the country’s betting industry. The regulator made its case in its 2024 annual report, published this week, arguing for more resources and powers to improve its regulatory capabilities and independence. Belgian gambling has experienced a transformational couple …

Flashscore ups Follow Player enhancements for basketball and hockey 

Flashscore has expanded  its ‘follow player feature’ (FPF) for popular basketball and ice hockey markets across its live score website and app. The feature has been available since September as a Flashscore functionality and tracking tool for football markets with new utilities expanded to basketball and ice hockey audiences engaging with the NBA, NHL and …

Tabcorp shareholders back Chenoweth new board strategy 

Brett Chenoweth’s position as Chairman of Tabcorp Holdings’ Board has received the unanimous backing of the firm’s shareholders.  The Chair was appointed in 2024 following the public fallout of Tabcorp former senior leadership, which led to the resignation of his predecessor, Bruce Akhurst. His first year as Chairman of ASX-listed, Australian gambling market-leader Tabcorp has …

Dutch parties consider state sale of Holland Casino 

With a little over a week until the Dutch elections, it could spell significant change for the state-owned Holland Casino. In a world where the geopolitical tectonic plates are rapidly rupturing, it is only natural for the next government of the Netherlands to focus on defence and education – two of the main pillars that …