The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) and the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Underlining a joint objective of coordinating activities and efforts on betting and associated integrity issues, the duo have outlined that they will ‘pool their expertise’ in these areas. The long-term objective of the partnership is to promote a ‘viable regulated …

As a range of prominent tech firms cut their staff numbers, some firms are reportedly eyeing up potential recruits, including bet365. According to a recent report in The Times, the Stoke-on-Trent-headquartered global bookmaker is examining the HR opportunities an abundance of tech talent provides.  The past few weeks have seen social media leader Meta – which owns Facebook, Instagram and …

A manager at LeoVegas has been arrested alongside two accomplices for insider trading activity related to the firm’s takeover by MGM, according to Swedish media. Daily tabloid Aftonbladet reported that the key suspect was taken into custody between 1 February and 29 April, with MGM’s initial bid for LeoVegas occurring in May. The individuals in question are suspected of having …

Novomatic Italia has confirmed the acquisition of a substantial number of shares in HBG Gaming Group, significantly enhancing its presence in Italy in the process. The agreement has enabled Novomatic to secure 80% shares in the Italian gaming group, which has interests in betting, online gaming machines, bingo and the ‘telematic network of entertainment’. As the Italy-facing subsidiary of the …

A survey conducted by Opinium Research on behalf of GambleAware has delved into football fans’ opinions on betting ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Published today, six days prior to kickoff in Qatar, the study highlighted increased concerns among football supporters about the links between betting and the sport. Just under two thirds of respondents (64%) stated that there ‘are …

The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has fired warning shots over the heads of two unnamed operators for potential breaches of money-laundering legislation.  Both companies were found to ‘insufficiently complying’ with the terms of the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (Prevention) Act (Wwft) following a lengthly investigation.  The KSA – the Dutch Gambling Authority – concluded a preliminary study into compliance obligations earlier …

talkSPORT’s betting brand has hit the UK betting market, two months ahead of its proposed schedule, developed in partnership with BetVictor, The new brand of talkSPORT Bet (talksportbet.com) will utilise talkSPORT’s media coverage whilst operating as part of BetVictor’s wider B2B White Label portfolio.  Announced in early August, talkSPORT Bet aims to combine BetVictor’s proprietary technology and first-hand betting experience …

In a new clampdown on local gambling businesses, Westminster City Council has introduced a new policy to protect vulnerable groups and address alleged criminality.  The first of its kind in the UK and influenced by a ‘data driven approach’ according to the council, the updated rules will ‘curb’ opening hours for local betting and gaming premises.  By combining these opening …

Off the back of the record-breaking collision between Savannah Marshall and Claressa Shields, women’s boxing is showing no signs of slowing down, as Natasha Jonas prepares to headline at the AO Arena against Marie-Eve Dicaire. With promotional outfit BOXXER at the heart of the sport’s recent ascension, SBC News and Insider Sport were joined by bet365 and Rafael Bertoli-Mitchell, Partnerships …

Betby has signed a regionally-focused sportsbook supplier deal with Roobet, which has highlighted Latin America as a key target for growth. The partnership will involve the B2B firm providing support for Roobet’s global sportsbook operations, with particular focus on Latin American markets. A crypto-casino, Roobet is currently in the process of enhancing its esports offering, a factor which Betby has …