The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has signed an agreement with Sportradar, targeting enhanced sports safeguarding and integrity provisions. Sportradar Integrity Services (SIS) will provide the cross-border skiing and snowboarding governing body with insights into the ‘global betting landscape’ on the two sports. Additionally, the Swiss sportstech firm’s Universal Fraud Detection System (UFDS) will play a key role in …

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has apologised for posting a tweet last week which was criticised by some as inappropriate. Ahead of England’s World Cup game against France, the Commission published a tweet promoting its online register, encouraging customers to check before placing a bet whether the site they are using is a licensed, legal company.  The tweet included a …

Paddy Power and Inspired Entertainment have turned the focus of their long-running partnership to the UK retail betting sector.  The Flutter Entertainment betting and gaming brand will adopt Inspired’s fully integrated managed services across the 1,400 terminals of its 350-strong UK retail portfolio. This will include installation, remote and field technology support and content and platform development, as well as …

The World Cup is now nearing its final stages, and whilst England and Portugal were hit with disappointment over the weekend, Kindred Group has reported a positive reception for two key markets. In an update written by Jonas Kobberholm, the firm’s Sportsbook Commercial Relations Manager, bet builders were highlighted as one of the winning products for the tournament. The multi-bet …

Michael Dugher argues that, with betting reform reportedly imminent, problem gambling treatment should focus on those who need it most.  In an interview with The Times this week, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) Chief Executive stated that a blanket approach to player protection is not the way forward. The Gambling Act review White Paper is apparently due soon, with …

Norway’s state-backed horse racing betting operator Norsk Rikstoto has secured a substantial extension to its operations.  The parimutuel betting firm announced that it had received a 10-year renewal to its licence from the Norwegian government to continue its monopoly over betting on the country’s animal sports sectors. By maintaining the monopoly, Norway’s policymakers ensure that both the Rikstoto and the …

Prominent banking and financial services firms have noted an increase in the use of gambling blocking software, as consumers try to curb their spending. In the face of rising costs of living throughout the winter, coupled with the usual monetary pressures of the Christmas period, Monzo is one provider which has seen an upsurge in usage.  The open banking company …

Britt Boeskov has been named as the newest addition to the Board of Directors of Mindway AI, which has praised her professional betting and gaming experience.  The firm has in particular cited Boeskov’s leadership positions held at the likes of Better Collective – Mindway’s parent company – and Kindred Group. Boeskov’s 17-year tenure at the latter included roles such as …

BtoBet has hired Freddie Bowring to its senior management team as Vice President of Sales, playing a key role in its growth and development strategy.  The new hire will hold responsibility for ‘core sales,’ building strategic partnerships and networking with potential customers, as the company aspires to maintain focus on recent progress.  Part of international betting and gaming B2B supplier …

Esports Entertainment Group (EEG) has confirmed major senior leadership changes, as industry veteran Jan Jones Blackhurst takes the Chair on the firm’s Board. The former Mayor of Las Vegas and ex-Executive Vice President of Caesars Entertainment assumes the position at the St. Julian’s, Malta-based esportsbook operator following the removal of Grant Johnson as Chairman and CEO on 3 December. Following …