Category Archives: Betting

Moving beyond satellite: the future of streaming for retail betting shops

Video distribution has seen a massive transformation in the past decade. Many video publishers are opting for internet-based video streaming as opposed to traditional methods, like satellite and cable, because it provides more flexibility and streamlines workflows. Like many other businesses, retail betting shops are benefiting from this transformation, as it helps them deliver better […]

SBC Media launches Affiliate Leaders as dedicated news platform for the global affiliate marketing industry

SBC Media has officially launched Affiliate Leaders as a standalone news and insight platform dedicated to the global affiliate and performance marketing community. The relaunch marks the next chapter for Affiliate Leaders, evolving into a fully-fledged editorial platform delivering breaking news, in-depth features, interviews and analysis for affiliates, affiliate teams, agencies and marketing technology providers. […]

BHA chair Lord Allen steps down after just six months in role amid horse racing crisis

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has confirmed that Lord Charles Allen has resigned as Chair after just six months in the position in another blow for the racing industry. Lord Allen had been nominated as Chair in November 2024 and took up his post in September 2025, after member organisations of the BHA – which […]

Lottomatica enters new Italy regime on strong FY25 footing

Lottomatica has maintained a strong financial performance in FY25, breezing past its results from last year and recording a total of €2.3bn in revenue, up 12% from FY24 (€2bn). Divided by segment, online was the biggest revenue driver and where the Italian gambling giant saw the most growth, recording an increase of 22% year-on-year for […]

Sportradar expects predictions and IMG acquisition to reap dividends in 2026

Sportradar’s leadership is confident in the firm’s prospects in the sports tech and data space following the acquisition of IMG Arena in November 2025. The Swiss-based multinational’s accounts for 2025 paint a dominant picture as the firm substantially expanded its position in the global sports technology and data space. Its partnerships with the betting industry […]

Nationwide data raises alarms about minority of UK gamblers

Nationwide Building Society has warned of growing gambling-related harm after new data showed a rise in customer gambling transactions, with the top 10% of gamblers spending an average of £745 per month. Meanwhile, support charity GamCare reported more than 105,000 contacts from people seeking help last year. Transaction data from Nationwide shows gambling spending rose […]

Q4 slowdown dampens OPAP’s 2025 as firm enters Allwyn era

OPAP has published its final full-year financial statement as a standalone entity, with the Greek gaming group now part of the unified Allwyn brand following the completion of the duo’s merger. The formerly state-owned sports betting and lotteries company published its full financial results for 2025 this morning, revealing gross gaming revenue (GGR) of €2.4bn […]

DATA.BET: driving online casino growth with sports and esports

A company transition can be fraught with numerous unforeseen difficulties. However, for DATA.BET, strict confidence is stressed that the possibilities are sure to be fruitful and endless. The esports-focused company has progressed to introducing a comprehensive sportsbook solution, with a distinct target placed on both sports betting focused brands as well as online casino operators. […]

How Smarkets’ SailGP move could be the first in a push to the summit of UK betting

Smarkets is taking a step back into the spotlight after a quieter few years focused on rebuilding its core product, founder and CEO Jason Trost tells SBC News. The company finds itself competing in a still highly saturated UK market, one which is preparing for a huge overhaul later this year with a new tax […]

Greece tables direct enforcement bill against black market gambling

Greece will enact sweeping reforms to its criminal and gambling laws to enable the government and authorities to prosecute illegal gambling operators and their respective criminal networks. The mandate, pledged by Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakis, introduces a draft framework of “interventions required to strengthen the Greek state and economy against the […]