Gambling News - 'People'
Business
March 28, 2024
Harris Hagan to Elevate David Whyte to Partner Role
Harris Hagan, the company with the largest dedicated gambling legal and regulatory team in the United Kingdom, announced a senior-level promotion. The firm has announced it has decided to promote its senior associate, David Whyte, to the role of partner. Taking the role of partner as of April 1, 2024, Whyte joins Bahar Alaeddini and […]
Business
March 27, 2024
Flutter CEO Enjoys Pay Raise after Solid 2023 Results
Earlier this week, the leading gaming and entertainment company recognized across the globe, Flutter Entertainment, posted $11.8 billion in revenue for 2023, signaling a 24.6% year-over-year increase. The company’s finances were impacted positively by its strong performance across the United States, yet Flutter also reported a $1.21 billion net loss. Besides its financial report, the […]
Poker
March 26, 2024
Alexandra Botez Is GGPoker’s Latest Brand Ambassador
Popular online streamer and top-tier chess player Alexandra Botez has proudly joined the GGPoker team as its latest brand ambassador. “I’m So Happy to Be on Team GG!” Botez will bring her excellent strategic insight and undeniable charisma to the complex world of poker not only online, but also in real life, as announced by […]
Casino
March 26, 2024
MGM appoints Niklas Rytterstrom as COO of Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa
MGM Resorts International has promoted from within, appointing Niklas Rytterstrom as the COO and president of the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa. The company confirmed the news on Monday and said that Rytterstrom will be involved with the business’s day-to-day and oversee the casino’s strategic expansion and operations. Bringing in a Seasoned Veteran at the […]
Business
March 25, 2024
Catena Media Proposes New Board Appointments Ahead of AGM
The Nomination Committee of affiliate giant Catena Media proposed the reelection of several directors and the appointment of new ones. Under the committee’s plan, the company’s new board of directors will have six members instead of seven. As reported by Catena Media, the Nomination Committee proposed the re-election of Øystein Engebretsen, Theodore Bergquist, Adam Krejcik […]
Business
March 25, 2024
BetMakers Starts Search for New Chief Financial Officer
BetMakers Technology Group, the leading international provider of business-to-business betting data, technology, services and solutions, announced changes to its senior-level team. In a statement on Monday, the company said that its chief financial officer (CFO), Anthony Pullin, confirmed his intention to resign from his role with the company. The executive first joined BetMakers five years […]
Business
March 25, 2024
Entain Publishes 2023 UK Gender Pay Gap Report
Entain has published its latest Gender Pay Gap Report, highlighting the differences between the salaries of male and female customers. While the hourly gap remained rather low, the bonus pay gap remained significant. As per the Equality Act 2010, Entain published its gender gap results for 2023, highlighting a median hourly gender pay gap of […]
Industry
March 25, 2024
Bally’s Helps Tropicana Workers Find New Employment
The upcoming demolition of Tropicana in Las Vegas will pave the way for the creation of a new baseball stadium in Sin City. The stadium will be the new home of the Oakland Athletics, the famous Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise and has a price tag surpassing a whopping $1 billion. Yet, the demolition of […]
Business
March 22, 2024
IGT Refreshes Leadership with New Appointments
International Game Technology, a global leader in the provision of gaming content, has unveiled new additions to its board and executive team. First of all, Marco Drago decided to step down from his role as a non-executive director. He will remain with the company until the official end of his term and will depart after […]
Business
March 22, 2024
Star Entertainment Announces Leadership Changes as NICC Probe Looms
Star Entertainment Group, an Australian gambling giant, is set to undergo another leadership reshuffle. As announced by the operator, Christina Katsibouba, its chief financial officer, is set to exit with immediate effect. More importantly, Robbie Cooke will step down as CEO amid the ongoing license suitability concerns. Katsibouba Departs, O’Connell Joins as Interim CFO Katsibouba’s […]