Business
May 17, 2024
Sharon M. Avery Takes Acting Chair Role with NIGC
The regulatory body that oversees gaming on Indian lands, monitors such activities and ensures operators adhere to the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC), confirmed the appointment of an acting chair. The Commission’s associate commissioner, Sharon M. Avery, was appointed to the role of acting chair of the NIGC by […]
Industry
May 17, 2024
IAC Chairman Barry Diller Secures Full Nevada Gaming License
Late last month, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), recommended Barry Diller, the media mogul with an estimated net worth of approximately $4.1 billion according to Forbes, to receive an unlimited gaming license as a board member of the leading gaming and hospitality company, MGM Resorts International. Now, the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) approved the […]
Business
May 15, 2024
Betfred Integrates Sharp Gaming as Its New Technology Department
Betfred, a leading player in the UK gambling industry, has officially rebranded Sharp Gaming, the Warrington-based firm it acquired in 2021, as its new technology department. This rebranding follows the successful migration of Betfred’s online customers onto a unified proprietary platform developed by Sharp Gaming, marking the culmination of years of hard work. The Integration […]
Industry
May 15, 2024
One of Louisiana’s Leading Regulators Is Set to Resign in June
Robbie Johns, one of Louisiana’s leading gambling regulators, announced his intention to resign, citing family matters as the reason. The Republican was largely responsible for overseeing the launch of sports betting in the state. For context, the gambling revolutionary is set to officially depart on June 30. His resignation will end 37 years of public […]
Business
May 14, 2024
Maciej Smolarek Leaves Role as Yggdrasil’s Chief Technology Officer
The provider of superior online gaming solutions and products, powering iGaming operators across the globe, Yggdrasil, will now be looking for a new chief technology officer (CTO), after Maciej Smolarek announced his plans to depart from the company. Smolarek initially joined Yggdrasil back in January 2023. At the time, he was appointed to the role […]
Business
May 13, 2024
TESTA Appoints Jenny Ramstedt as Head of Sales to Drive Global Expansion
TESTA, a leading company specializing in crowdsourced quality assurance and testing for the iGaming and sports betting industries, has announced the appointment of Jenny Ramstedt as head of sales. With a strong background in software development and extensive experience in iGaming operations, Ramstedt is poised to spearhead TESTA’s global growth initiatives. TESTA Gains a Seasoned […]
Business
May 13, 2024
Ex-Rank Group CEO in Talks to Lead Entain
FTSE-100 online gambling giant that owns Ladbrokes, Entain, has added a fresh name to the list of candidates for the chief executive officer (CEO) position. According to sources close to Sky News, former Rank Group CEO, Henry Birch, could take over interim CEO Rob Wood’s responsibilities. More Names on the List While Birch represents a […]
Business
May 10, 2024
SIS Names Peter Camden as New Competitive Gaming Product Manager
The leading multi-content supplier, offering live betting services, Sports Information Services (SIS), announced a new senior-level appointment. The company confirmed Friday it selected Peter Camden, an expert with solid experience in the betting sector, for the role of competitive gaming product manager. Joining SIS, the executive brings extensive knowledge and significant experience. As the title […]
Industry
May 9, 2024
Tory MP Davies Accepts £500-an-Hour Consultant Role with Merkur
It is not uncommon for UK MPs to accept consultancy roles with licensed gambling operators in the country. Similar to other income opportunities, as well as benefits such as gifts and hospitality from UK sources, such earnings are registered with the Register of Members’ Financial Interests. One such registered earning concerning the Tory MP Philip […]
Industry
May 7, 2024
Gambling Addiction Drives Brisbane Court Worker to Commit Fraud, Theft
It is not uncommon for people affected by at-risk or problem gambling to engage in unlawful activities. While some may resort to violent crimes, others may consider embezzlement, fraud or theft. This is precisely the case of a former public servant with the Department of Justice in Brisbane, Australia, who was recently sentenced. The case […]
