Category Archives: Betting

EveryMatrix acquires Leapbit to upgrade OddsMatrix omni-channel services

EveryMatrix has moved to strengthen its OddsMatrix business by acquiring specialist sports betting developer Leapbit in a move that will bolster the unit’s omni-channel capabilities. Updating stakeholders, the firm disclosed that the acquisition of Leapbit will transform “OddsMatrix platform to a true omnichannel solution” securing new tech provisions to offer a “comprehensive retail-focused software solution, …

Jdigital to argue for a constitutional probe of Spain’s blanket ban on gambling advertising

Spanish online gambling trade association Jdigital has reported positive developments on its joint appeal against the Royal Decree on Advertising which imposed a federal ban on gambling advertising across Spain’s 17 autonomous communities. Last week, Spain’s Supreme Court informed stakeholders that Jdigital’s appeal, sanctioned with Spanish media counterpart AMI, could be put forward for a …

Peter Ivanov: Ultraplay is staying one step ahead of the curve

Over the last few years, esports has become an increasingly popular betting product. This is showing no sign of slowing down any time soon. According to Peter Ivanov, Head of Trading at Ultraplay, the Asian market will be the next key battleground for those looking to establish themselves as a leader within the esports betting …

UKGC seeks guarantee on National Lottery transfer duties irrespective of Camelot challenge

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has raised concerns that Camelot Group‘s legal challenge of the Fourth National Lottery Competition may delay the handover of the National Lottery’s operating contract to Allwyn UK. The concern was raised by UKGC executive John Tanner in his submission to the High Court of England and Wales, as Camelot seeks …

Pragmatic Play’s Gates of Olympus crowned Slot of the Year at CasinoBeats Games Developer Awards

Pragmatic Play was the big winner at last night’s CasinoBeats Games Developer Awards, where it secured three prizes including the coveted Slot of the Year 2022 title for Gates of Olympus. The second edition of the Awards took place at the Hilton, Malta in front of an audience of industry executives, who saw 20 honours …

Former MGA CTO charged with money laundering and bribery

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has confirmed that its former Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Jason Farrugia and his wife Christine Farrugia have been charged with a range of financial crimes. These include money laundering, accepting bribes, fraud and trading in influence by abusing his leadership position as CTO of the MGA, according to The Times of …

Allwyn completes group-wide rebrand and identity change

Allwyn Group has completed its group rebrand and corporate identity change across all core units of its business. Closing 2021, the company announced that it would change its corporate and brand identity from SAZKA Entertainment to Allwyn Group. The decision was taken to refresh the firm’s identity that had been born out of its Czech …

XLMedia recruits ‘transformation pro’ David King as CEO

The board of XLMedia Plc has confirmed the appointment of David King as inbound Chief Executive of the London AIM-listed global igaming media publisher. Effective from 1 July 2022, the appointment will see King succeed Stuart Simms, who announced his resignation as CEO of XLMedia in April. A UK media figurehead, King is the former …

Betsson continues LatAm growth strategy with AC Milan

Betsson has partnered with AC Milan to become the club’s official regional partner in line with the online gambling company’s focus on expansion in LatAm. The move continues the operator’s growth strategy as over the past couple of years it has been solidifying a presence in several markets, such as Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, and …

888 safer gambling Control Centre rolled out in Italy

888 has announced an expansion of its safer gambling provisions in Europe, launching its Control Centre in the Italian market. Citing Italy as one of the ‘key regulated markets’, 888 detailed that the rollout of the Control Centre in the country forms part of its ‘Made to Play Safely’ ESG policy, in turn a pillar …