Esports
April 19, 2022
Better Collective Secures Futbin Esports Site for $113M
Better Collective is making a quick move-in esports, acquiring the Futbin platform that focuses on video gaming and esports assets linked to the FIFA titles, a real-world soccer emulator, and arguably the most successful title in the genre. The sum of the deal is set at €105 million ($113 million). Better Collective Secures More Esports […]
Industry
April 11, 2022
Sportradar Acquired AI Technology Solutions Pioneer Vaix
Leading sports data and technology company Sportradar announced today the acquisition of Vaix, a pioneer in developing artificial intelligence (AI)-based solutions for the online casino industry. Enhancing Player Personalization The acquisition of Vaix, a supplier of innovative AI technology that powers a more-targeted, player-friendly experience for gambling operators by allowing them to gain a personalized […]
Business
April 11, 2022
International Game Technology to Acquire iSoftBet in a $174M Deal
International Game Technology (IGT), a multinational business-to-business provider of slot machines and gambling technology, has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the casino solutions provider iSoftBet. IGT to Acquire iSoftBet in a $174M Deal The two parties have agreed on the final sum of $174 million in cash. Thanks to this acquisition, IGT will expand […]
Business
April 7, 2022
William Hill’s Review Forces Caesars and 888 to Amend their Agreement
The Caesars-owned British gambling operator William Hill has set aside almost $20 million to pay a fine by the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission if the latter decides to impose one. William Hill Prepares $19.6M to Cover Up Fines The last few months have seen William Hill fail to play by the rules several times, which […]
Business
April 1, 2022
GiG to Close Acquisition of Sportnco for €51.37m
Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) announced today the Board of Directors issued a resolution to complete the €51.37 million ($56.5 million) acquisition of Sportnco after the company obtained the required approvals from all relevant authorities. Increase Short-Term and Long-Term TAM The acquisition of Sportnco which was initially announced in December last year is expected to strengthen […]
Business
March 31, 2022
Novibet to Become Public via SPAC Artemis on $625m Valuation
Online gambling operator with a focus on European regulated markets Novibet is merging with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) to go public on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Accelerate Growth and Enter New Markets Malta-headquartered Novibet entered into a definitive agreement to merge with Nasdaq-listed SPAC Artemis Strategic Investment Corporation and agreed to create a […]
Business
March 10, 2022
Games Global Reportedly Eyes Tailwind Acquisition Merger, SPAC
Games Global, the leading online gaming industry supplier, is reportedly discussing going public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Tailwind Acquisition Corp. Games Global Reportedly Plans to Go Public through SPAC If the merger is completed, the new combined company is expected to be valued at more than $3 billion. Earlier […]
Poker
March 7, 2022
RSI’s RIO Acquisition Paves the Way for Fourth US Poker Brand
Online poker options in the US might soon expand with the addition of Run It Once (RIO) brand after it was acquired by Rush Street Interactive (RSI) in a $5.8 million deal last week. RIO Poker Is Now Bigger The acquisition of RIO, the popular online poker website owned by Phil Galfond, is suddenly bringing […]
Industry
February 14, 2022
Blackstone to Acquire Crown Resorts for $6.5 Billion
Crown Resorts announced that it entered into an implementation deed under which its shares will be acquired by Blackstone Inc. for AU$13.10 per share. Blackstone, Crown Resorts Enter Into Implementation Deed Crown Resorts, one of Australia’s largest entertainment groups and a leading casino operator, announced on Monday that it entered into an implementation deed with […]
Business
February 10, 2022
Tabcorp, Entain Run Neck-and-Neck to Take Over Western Australia’s TAB
Western Australia (WA) has selected the shortlist for the second and binding bid phase of its TAB auction. The field is led by ASX-listed Tabcorp and Entain, which runs bookmakers Ladbrokes and Neds. WA expects the provider of online and retail outlet wagering services in the state to have a formal data room open by […]