Business
March 20, 2024
Svenska Spel Enhances Management with New Appointments
Sweden’s state-owned gambling operator Svenska Spel has unveiled new appointments to its management team amid corporate reshuffles. As announced, the company will name the experienced Mikael Franzén and Lovisa Ekman as head of responsible gaming and head of IT respectively. Franzén, currently serving as IT director, will assume new responsibilities, taking up the newly created […]
Business
March 19, 2024
EGT Digital Injects Content from Local Studios into Bet365 Bulgaria
EGT Digital, a Bulgarian specialist in iGaming technology, has unveiled a major new partnership with bet365, one of the global leaders in gaming and sports betting. Under the deal, the former company will provide its new partner with content in the Bulgarian market. EGT Digital will leverage its cutting-edge game aggregation platform to supply popular […]
Business
March 19, 2024
DraftKings Strengthens Team with Major Internal Promotions
DraftKings announced two internal promotions, naming Jason Park and Alan Ellingson as chief transformation officer and chief financial officer, respectively. According to the company, Park, currently serving as CFO, will vacate the role to instead oversee the company’s transformational efforts. The newly created role will see him “lead initiatives to deploy cutting-edge technologies to capture […]
Industry
March 18, 2024
UKGC Named One of Britain’s Best Workplaces for 2024
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has once again been named as one of the United Kingdom’s best employers by Great Place to Work. The global authority on workplace culture continues to recognize the regulator’s efforts to nurture equity and create healthy workplace experiences for its employees. As announced by the UKGC, Great Place to Work […]
Business
March 18, 2024
MGM Boss Optimistic about BetMGM, Eyes Tech Firm Acquisition
In addition to expressing his confidence in opportunities in the UAE and Thailand, MGM Resorts president Bill Hornbuckle also teased that his company is considering an acquisition of a sports betting tech company. Hornbuckle commented on MGM’s plans and ambitions at the recent JP Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum. While the […]
Industry
March 15, 2024
The Philippines Is Poised to Surpass Singapore’s Gaming Industry, PAGCOR Chief Says
The Philippines is bullish on overtaking Singapore and becoming the second-largest destination for gambling tourism in Asia after Macau. This sentiment was expressed by Alejandro Tengco, chair & CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Tengco commented on the matter during a Tuesday interview and pointed out that the rapid expansion of the […]
Business
March 15, 2024
MGM Resorts Not Ready to Give Up on the UAE, Eyes Opportunities in Thailand Too
MGM Resorts International’s chief executive officer, Bill Hornbuckle, commented on the company’s plans for the future at the JP Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum, highlighting opportunities in certain regions. While MGM recently gave up on its Dubai casino plans recently, the company is still proceeding with its hotel offering. According to […]
Business
March 14, 2024
OPAP Posts Record-Breaking FY 2023 Results
OPAP, the leading gaming company in Greece, has published its financial results for 2023, reporting record-breaking revenue levels. According to the company, the strong figure was underpinned by the solid growth of both digital and land-based operations. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the period hit EUR 2.08 billion ($2.27 billion), an increase of 7.7% year-on-year. […]
Business
March 14, 2024
Genius Sports Empowers Operators with New Free-to-Play Games
Genius Sports Limited, a leading sports data and technology provider, will launch a new suite of interactive free-to-play games to address the customer acquisition and loyalty challenges facing betting operators. Industry practice has shown that such F2P titles can be an effective onboarding tool while bolstering existing user engagement. This development bolsters Genius’ impressive momentum […]
Business
March 14, 2024
Entain Puts Ladbrokes and BetCity on the Chopping Block in Mulled Sale
Entain, one of the biggest gambling companies in the United Kingdom, is reportedly considering selling some of its brands. People familiar with the matter told the Financial Times that the UK-based gambling powerhouse has hired Wall Street boutique advisory Moelis to advise the board on what brands to divest. A potential divestment of assets could […]
