Software development and marketing company Bodugi Technology has announced that it is to launch its first in-play tennis markets on the company’s consumer-facing site, Bodugi.com this week. Bodugi is working with Sporting Solutions to launch in-play markets, with the latter company providing in-play prices. Bodugi Technology has an in-house development team working on its white …
Speaking on his company’s recent acquisitions in the Australian online gambling market Wednesday, William Hill plc CEO Ralph Topping revealed that established brands acquired through the firm’s aggressive entry into the Australian market would be sacrificed in favour of a more unified corporate identity. Topping was discussing his company’s GBP 454,9 million Sportingbet acquisition in …
The announcement by the Golden Nugget Casino management Wednesday that its plans include entering the online gambling sector in Nevada and New Jersey has triggered speculation that the decision could encourage a more progressive approach to the pastime by Mississippi legislators. The Clarion Ledger newspaper notes that never-say-die Mississippi Representative Bobby Moak has taken several …
The British online gambling group Betfair plc posted its fiscal Q1-2014 results Thursday, admitting to losses in revenue caused by Management’s decision to focus on “sustainable” (regulated national) markets. On the plus side, overall EBITDA was up year-on-year 16 percent at GBP 24.9 million due to cost savings. The report covers the three month period …
In yet another indication of its serious ambitions in the U.S. online gambling sector Golden Nugget owners Landrys Inc has hired former Betclic executive Thomas Winter (39) to head up its online business as the land gambling company prepares for the start of legalised online gambling in New Jersey in November this year. Recruiting Winter …
Paddy Power’s always imaginative marketing team scored another publicity coup this week, sponsoring a visit to North Korea by former basketball star and controversial badboy, Dennis Rodman (52). Rodman has previously visited North Korea, where he is friendly with the country’s dictator, Kim Jong Un, achieving widespread international coverage…and presumably attracting the attention of the …
Golden Nugget Casino owner Landry’s Inc. has appointed Thomas Winter (39) to the position vice president of online gaming in a bid to advance the launch of its internet betting service in Nevada and New Jersey. Winter previously served as chief operating officer and chief executive officer during his tenure at Betclic. Steve Scheinthal, executive …
The Belgian gambling authority, Kansspelcommissie, published its latest blacklist with the addition of another four operators. Latest additions comprise bigbangcasino.com (Reload NV), stargames.net (Europe Entertainment Ltd), eurocazino.com (Simbat Entertainment Systems Ltd) and 5dimes.eu (5dimes Group).
UK Bookmaker Ladbrokes will extend its 15 year relationship with Openbet for the provision of the technology backing its online sportsbook and games products. Ladbrokes will additionally receive future Openbet technology developments along with access to OpenBet game content. Jeremy Thompson-Hill, chief executive officer of OpenBet commenting on the deal said: “The most satisfying element …
CAMS LLC verification service provider has been selected by bwin.party digital entertainment plc to provide age verification and identification services in the United States. “Working with CAMS enables bwin.party to realize a significant reduction in player verification costs,” said Guy Duncan, Group Director of Product and Technology for bwin.party. “This level of efficiency and innovation …
Shelly Reilly (41) an executive director in the oil industry who stole and lost GBP 231 000 from her Monaco-based employer Scorpio UK was sentenced in the Southwark Crown Court by Judge David Higgins to 18 months imprisonment this week. Reilly stole the money over a ten-month period funding her penchant for online gambling, an …
The British online and land betting group Ladbrokes has announced its agreement to acquire Australian sports betting operator Gaming Investments Pty Ltd for an initial consideration of A$22.5 million, approximately GBP 13 million plus an earnout payable at the end of 3 years which is based on the EBITDA for Ladbrokes Australia for the year …
Bet Smart Media has partnered with sports data company Opta to offer Brit punters a new advantage in predicting winners through the use of accurate and comprehensive historical statistics. The company has launched Opta Trends, an innovative new tool for bettors to easily find data-supported trends for upcoming English Premier League matches. The insights give …
Industry veteran Lee Richardson has taken on the role of non-executive director at BTwiice, a London-based betting insurance startup. The company, founded by Ismael Sami, Julien and Andre Cunze, aims to provide a betting insurance solution to bookmakers and is currently in a GBP 300 000 fund raising drive to launch and sign their first …
Intralot will assume a 50.01 percent controlling interest in Turkish online sports betting site Bilyoner with an agreement to acquire an additional stake of around 25.01 percent for a Euro 10 million consideration. Bilyoner operates as an electronic agent offering the state organisation SporToto’s betting games. Finalisation of the deal is subject to approvals and …
Software supplier EveryMatrix has appointed industry veteran Ian Sherrington to the role of Business Development Manager heading up its newly opened Asian office in Manila. Sherrington, who is credited with launching the first internet sportsbook Intertops in the early nineties, is tasked with creating a presence in the growing Asian gaming market for the company. …
The Ladbrokes shift to a closely integrated relationship with Playtech is believed to be responsible for the prospect of further job losses at the land and online gambling group’s London office. According to information surfacing Monday the group is planning a further round of 75 redundancies as consultations with staff in London start. Restructuring at …
William Hill has formalised its take over of the Spanish-facing Miapuesta brand through the exercise of a six-month call option it gained through the acquisition of Sportingbet earlier this year . Miguel Valdes, who heads up William Hill in Spain, described the development as a tremendously positive step towards ensuring a leading position for the …
Following the removal of Bet7days.com, PartyPoker and Tobet.com from the Bulgarian Gambling Commission’s black list another ten websites have been added. Latest inductees comprise: bensbingo.com (Technical Consulting and Management Services Limited), redbet.com (Redbet Gaming Ltd), global.138.com (Xela Limited), goldbetting.com (MGM Media Limited), energycasino.com (Probe Investments), eurocasinobet.com (Eurocasinobet Ltd) and cardcasino.com (Global Investments Agency).
Malta-based World Match has released its latest HD multi-line slot titled “50’s Pin Up HD”. The game is themed around a 1950’s Pin-Up model on the prowl for a shining solitaire diamond set amid perfume, lipstick and high heels showcasing old-school glamour. Check out the demo at: www.worldmatch.eu/50SPinUpHD
Malta-based online gaming firm Mr Green has taken on NYX Interactive’s NYX OGS games portfolio and its mobile solution MOVE powered by NYX OGS. The deal marks an expansion in Mr Green’s existing relationship with NYX where it has utilised NYX’s account platform since launch in 2008. David Flynn, CEO for NYX Interactive commented, “By …
BetVictor will launch its first in-house live casino at its Gibraltar offices, powered by MediaLive, in a bid to offer what it terms as a higher quality service with added appeal for VIP customers. A MediaLive statement said the fully branded BetVictor studio will go live within the fourth quarter of this year and will …
WinTrillions lottery website is expanding its reach with the launch of WinTrillions Casino, a new offering which will be extensively marketed in Central and South America where the company will leverage its already established brand presence. Operating under an Alderney Gaming Commission licence, WinTrillions will provide its new gaming platform through a collaboration with Playtech …
William Hill’s American subsidiary William Hill Sportsbook and Racebook will put its newly upgraded William Hill Mobile Sports wagering app to good use in a new partnership with SLS Las Vegas Hotel and Casino (SLS). SLS is the first new casino development on the Las Vegas strip in over three years and is set to …