Flutter Entertainment has reiterated its stance as Europe’s most sustainably focused gambling group, guided by the corporate directives of its ‘Positive Impact Plan’. The FTSE100 firm’s ESG achievements and directives were detailed to Brussels-based trade body, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), by Sue Albion, Group Director of Sustainability and Regulatory Affairs.   “Built on the strong foundations laid by …

VIXIO (VIXIO.com) has come under new ownership, as European private-equity firm Perwyn has acquired the global gambling business and regulatory intelligence provider from Kester Capital.  The deal was announced this afternoon, with Perwyn taking full ownership of VIXIO’s flagship GamblingCompliance and PaymentsCompliance business intelligence portals. Perwyn informed that it will invest in VIXIO’s management team to further expand the depth of …

Tabcorp Holdings has published its FY22 sustainability report, covering its ESG activities during 2022, including a period before its demerger with The Lottery Corporation. Back in May, Tabcorp completed a demerger of its lottery and keno business, which saw the development of The Lottery Corporation, as the group places a continued focus on gaming and sports betting products. However, the measurements …

Regulus Partners details year-end frustrations as yet again, UK gambling scrutinises ministerial movements in the absence of no White Paper being published, providing no indication on the Gambling Review’s final outcome. This week offered cause for cautious optimism for those seeking a coherent outcome to the government’s review of gambling legislation, as the minister responsible, Paul Scully (Cons, Sutton & …

Jetbull (Jetbull.com) has informed customers that it will shut down its online casino and sportsbook operations this month.  “We regret to inform you that Jetbull will be shutting down operations this month.” – customers were informed yesterday in an email asking them to withdraw any remaining funds. “We are grateful for all your support shown in over a decade of …

Betsson AB has celebrated the full launch of its ‘operations centre’ in Bogota, Colombia, to support its ongoing expansion across South American markets.  The Stockholm-listed online gambling group completes a further 2022 corporate objective, launching the Bogota centre to support its existing brands and partnerships active in the markets of Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. Present at the …

GambleAware has launched its ‘Lived Experience Council’ (LEC), formed of victims of gambling harms who will provide ‘first-hand advice’ on the development of the charity’s activities, programmes and strategic objectives. A directive of its new ‘Organisational Strategy 2021-2026’ – the Council was established to provide GambleAware teams with tacit insights on the lived experience of gambling harms.  GambleAware noted, “the …

Gambling Minister Paul Scully has warned industry leadership that the White Paper’s publishing of gambling reforms will not end discussions on gambling and its impact on society. Speaking at GambleAware‘s tenth annual conference, Scully, the fifth DCMS minister to oversee the Gambling Review’s agenda, recognised frustrations at the continued delay of the White Paper.  “I am aware that you’ve seen …

Heritage online gambling community ThePogg has been put up for sale by Brand Streamers Group. The news surprised the igaming affiliate community, as Brand Streamers had acquired ThePogg (ThePogg.com) back in April as an asset to boost its North American media portfolio. However, yesterday Clas Dahlén of Brand Streamers announced that ThePogg was on the market, as its owner prioritises …