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EGT appoints Gregg Rathbone as sportsbook lead

SBC News EGT appoints Gregg Rathbone as sportsbook lead

EGT Interactive has appointed Gregg Rathbone as its new Head of Sportsbook. Rathbone, who previously held similar positions with BetVictor, as well as Eastern European operators VivaroBet and Favbet, brings a wealth of experience to the online division of the gaming machine giant as they look to broaden their product range. The company is in an exciting period of expansion, …

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DraftKings spends $24 million on TV advertising ahead of NFL 2015/16

SBC News DraftKings spends $24 million on TV advertising ahead of NFL 2015/16

In its build up to the kick-off of the 2015/16 NFL season, daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator DraftKings has spent more on TV advertising than any other US company, according to data from media analysis software iSpot.TV It is estimated that the DFS operator has spent in the region of $24 million advertising on TV networks, promoting its campaign “Real …

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LOTTOTECH opens commercial office in Tel Aviv

SBC News LOTTOTECH opens commercial office in Tel Aviv

Digital lottery services and white label provider LOTTOTECH has announced that it has opened strategic commercial and business development offices in Tel Aviv, Israel. Its new office, will aid commercial development of its digital services throughout core European and emerging markets. LOTTOTECH operations will be split into product development and innovation based out of Bulgaria headquarters, supported by commercial and account …

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John Barnes backs Titanbet UK for season 2015/16

SBC News John Barnes backs Titanbet UK for season 2015/16

Titanbet UK has confirmed that former Liverpool FC and England midfielder John Barnes will act as its Brand Ambassador for the 2015/16 football season. As Titanbet Football Brand Ambassador, Barnes will share his thoughts and opinions on the game via his newly launched weekly blog. Barnes will further act as a public figurehead for Titanbet UK campaigns speaking on the behalf of …

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David Clifton – Licensing Expert – Consolidation imposes a potentially heavy workload on the Competition & Markets Authority

SBC News David Clifton - Licensing Expert - Consolidation imposes a potentially heavy workload on the Competition & Markets Authority

Consolidation within the betting industry, propelled by tougher regulatory requirements and higher rates of tax, has been hitting the headlines in recent months, with Ladbrokes and Coral, Betfair and Paddy Power, Bwin.party and 888/GVC leading the charge. Taking the first of those as an example, a combination of Ladbrokes 2,209 betting shops at the end of 2014 and Coral’s 1,834 …

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Paddy Power & Betfair agree on merger terms & conditions

SBC News Paddy Power & Betfair agree on merger terms & conditions

Issuing an investor update this morning, Betfair and Paddy Power governances have confirmed that terms and conditions of their proposed £5 billion merger have been agreed on. The announcement sees Paddy Power agreeing to acquire Betfair assets at a value of £2.86 billion ($3.2 billion). Once completed the planned merger will result in Paddy Power shareholders owning 52% of the …

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Brian Mattingley – 888 is No Takeover Target

SBC News Brian Mattingley - 888 is No Takeover Target

Having pulled out of the bwin.party Entertainment takeover race last Friday, 888 Holdings Chairman Brian Mattingley has told the Financial Times that the company is still on the lookout for further acquisitions. The 888 Chairman further stated that the operator was “not a target” within the consolidating igaming sector which has seen significant M&A activity in 2015. Mattingley noted that …

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Mecca Bingo crowns Dale Wilson as Host of the Year

SBC News Mecca Bingo crowns Dale Wilson as Host of the Year

Mecca Bingo (Rank Group) has crowned employee Dale Wilson as Host of 2015, in its national company awards. Dale from Huddersfield was presented the award at Mecca’s Leeds Hunslet site, beating competition from five other contenders. The bingo caller known for his quick wit and charm with customers was rewarded with £5000 prize and a holiday to Florida. Mecca Bingo …

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iGaming Business announces BAC lead sponsors

SBC News iGaming Business announces BAC lead sponsors

iGB Affiliate announce the headline sponsors of the Berlin Affiliate Conference (BAC) 2015. The annual event has moved from Barcelona to Berlin this year and is expecting a record number of delegates. The lead sponsors for BAC 2015 are: Platinum Sponsor – Affiliates United (William Hill) Gold Sponsor – 888.com Silver Sponsor – E-Gaming Online Bronze Sponsor – iAffiliates Thought …

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