The World Cup in Brazil left bookies feeling bright despite three of the fancied teams making the semi-finals and a lack of shock results as the knock-out stages progressed. Pre-tournament, Mobile betting was expected to be the key battle-ground for operators and the reality was no different.  Ladbrokes’ David Williams believes the main disappointment was England’s failure to capture …

Germany’s World Cup triumph netted one shrewd punter £83,000, after his sensational fivefold came in. The online, TV and mobile sportsbook tweeted the bet yesterday, saying: “One punter has well and truly #skybettered us. He placed this fivefold in August and has won over £83,000! Well done!” Imagine sweating 11 months, you Gotze be kidding me!!!

Casino games developer Yggdrasil Gaming has hired an experienced business development director, after opening a new hub in Gibraltar.  The group, which specialises in slots and lottery games, as well as pooled progressive jackpots, expanded its senior team with the appointment of online gaming expert Ulf Norder. Norder joins the company following demand for casino and lottery games content from …

The die is finally cast. The Dutch Council of Ministers (cabinet) has given state secretary Fred Teeven the go ahead for his gambling reform. Last Friday, Teeven finally got the approval he sought after on three main issues: online gambling, lottery reforms and privatisation of the state owned Holland Casino. But Teeven is not home and dry yet. Or to …

  Paddy Power, part owners of race hores Slade Power and Sole Power, who are set to run in Saturday’s July Cup at Newmarket, have issued a twitter charity challenge to American Football star Wes Welker, who owns US raider Undrafted in the same Group 1 contest. Welker is a wide receiver and return specialist for the Denver Broncos of …

International broadcaster Setanta Sports could soon be offering mobile betting services, a report in yesterday’s Irish Times claims. The subscription channel, which has operations in Ireland, Australia, and the United States, is reportedly interested in joining 3’s network, Ireland’s fastest growing provider.  The article said any future mobile app or product would more than likely tap into SetantaBet.com, the company’s online sportsbook. “This could likely offer …

For the last three weeks sports graduate Ollie Silverton has represented online bookmaker Titan Bet filming videos, blogging and tweeting his experiences and match previews and reports. Here he explains why this tournament has arguably been the best in living memory as well as who is likely to go through to Sunday’s final in Rio. As I write this I’m …

3D games developer Betsoft Gaming has had its operations suspended by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission, pending a future hearing. The Channel Islands based regulator issued the notice on July 3rd. Executive Director Andre Wilsenach said: “In addition the Executive Director has issued a Suspension Notice under Regulation 91 of the Alderney eGambling Regulations, 2009 to the above named company requiring it to suspend operations …

Online gaming company 32Red’s intention to rename next month’s Stewards’ Cup has sparked a wave of protest from betting and sports circles. The Gibraltar based group will sponsor the six-furlong heritage handicap on the final evening of Glorious Goodwood’s five day festival, worth £100,000. But instead of preserving the historical title, the firm signalled its desire to rebrand the race …