Business
June 3, 2026
Rumors Coming True: TPG Emerges as Key Backer in Proposed Evoke Takeover
A significant financing partner is being lined up to support the proposed acquisition of Evoke, the gambling group behind William Hill and 888, in a move that could visibly boost the chances of a deal going ahead. The news follows March’s rumors of an imminent takeover announcement following Evoke’s call to postpone its FY 2025 […]
Casino
April 23, 2026
William Hill Jackpot Blunder Continues to Make Headlines with Mom Rueing Loss of $1.35M Jackpot
William Hill notoriously missed a software bug last month that led to many consumers – 35,000 odd accounts – getting jackpot wins that had never happened. While the company has been swift in addressing the issue, the fallout thereof continues. Another Woman Steps Forward to Talk about the Wake of William Hill’s Jackpot Mistake Many […]
Industry
March 13, 2026
William Hill Highlights Cheltenham Festival Opening Day as a Historic Success
British betting operator William Hill has highlighted this year’s Cheltenham Festival as a source of significant success for its business. The evoke-owned operator announced that March 11 was the most profitable Cheltenham Festival day in the operator’s history. William Hill Expects Players to Wager Almost Half a Billion Pounds As usual, the Cheltenham Festival remains […]
Industry
November 21, 2025
Goodbye, Africa: William Hill to Leave 14 Countries in December
Evoke-owned William Hill is getting ready to pull out of 13 countries starting December 2. The move, which will hit several of its African markets, follows last month’s similar announcement for roughly 200 shops in the UK. What Should African Players Know The company has already confirmed that customers in Angola, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, […]
Sports
October 13, 2025
William Hill Could Put the Lock on 200 Shops in the UK
Online betting and gambling giant William Hill has announced plans to close up to 200 of its UK betting shops as its parent company, Evoke, is struggling to get its finances under control ahead of possible new tax hikes in next month’s budget. Up to 1,500 Jobs, Under the Question Mark The decision comes as […]
Casino
October 3, 2025
William Hill Unveils Refreshed Vegas App
William Hill, the evoke-owned gaming and betting operator, has updated its Vegas gaming app, enhancing the player experience with many new features. Slide Into Your Slick New William Hill Vegas App In its official announcement on LinkedIn, William Hill described the refurbished app as a game-changer that will dazzle players with unforgettable experiences. The operator […]
Industry
June 20, 2025
William Hill to Pay £68K for Unfair Executive Dismissal
Leading betting and gaming company with over 12,500 employees, William Hill, has been ordered to pay nearly £70,000 ($94,000) in compensation to former executive Joe Tobin. The request comes amid a tribunal ruling that found that the British operator had dismissed Tobin unfairly after mishandling a sexual harassment allegation. Tobin, who held the position of […]
Industry
April 1, 2025
William Hill, Polymarket Offer Betting on Trump Serving a Third Term
UK operator William Hill and prediction market Polymarket have launched betting markets on US President Donald Trump serving a third term. While this would require significant changes to the Constitution, the markets offer some tempting payouts, should it happen. William Hill Believes There Is a Chance William Hill has become the first bookmaker in the […]
Sports
February 10, 2025
William Hill Sponsors Spring Festivals Trials Day at Naas Racecourse
William Hill, a leading gaming and betting operator in the United Kingdom and Ireland, will sponsor the Spring Festivals Trials Day at Naas Racecourse. The sportsbook reiterated its commitment to Irish racing as the course designated itself as a “notorious nursery of champions.” William Hill Will Add Four Races to Its Sponsorship Portfolio According to […]
Industry
December 10, 2024
New Jersey’s DGE Imposes Fines Against William Hill, Amelco
Late last month, two betting operators in New Jersey received monetary penalties from the state’s gambling regulator, the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE), due to alleged breaches of the established gambling regulations. William Hill Hit With $20K Civil Penalty The first fine was a $20,000 civil penalty against William Hill, and it is related to […]
