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Rollbit begins European expansion as SSC Napoli betting partner

SBC News Rollbit begins European expansion as SSC Napoli betting partner

Rollbit has announced that it has become the official European betting partner of SSC Napoli. Owned and operated by Curacao-based Bull Gaming N.V, the crypto casino and gambling company has said that the deal aims to elevate fan engagement and community interactions. Sam Norman, Head of Partnerships at Rollbit, commented: “We are delighted to partner with one of the most …

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Betsson’s StarCasinò Sport extends AS Roma sponsorship

SBC News Betsson’s StarCasinò Sport extends AS Roma sponsorship

StarCasinò Sport has extended its partnership with AS Roma for the 2023/24 football season to be the club’s centurion partner in the infotainment category. The Betsson Group-owned sports betting and content platform will develop content designed specifically for fans of the Serie A side, including player interviews, behind-the-scenes stories and news. Stefano Tino, StarCasinò Sport Managing Director, commented: “We are …

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Allwyn ready for UK landing backed by solid Q2 trading

SBC News Allwyn ready for UK landing backed by solid Q2 trading

Allwyn International cites confidence in achieving its full-year 2023 corporate objectives as group subsidiaries (legacy and acquired) maintain ‘organic growth’.  Publishing its Q2 ‘preliminary results’, an enlarged Allwyn sees its lottery portfolio generate consolidated revenues of €2bn for the first time and adjusted EBITDA of €381m (+35%). Headline growth reflects a 115% year-on-year increase, primarily driven by the recent acquisition …

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Altenar introduces new tools for operators in ‘difficult’ Italian market

SBC News Altenar introduces new tools for operators in ‘difficult’ Italian market

Altenar has bolstered its range of products within the Italian market in announcing a variety of new tools and features for operators. The Matla-based sportsbook and igaming software provider has described the country as ‘one of the most sought-after European jurisdictions’ – where it has been live for the past four years. Francesco Papallo, Regional Director at Altenar, commented: “We …

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Italy approves phase-1 of gambling overhaul 

SBC News Italy approves phase-1 of gambling overhaul 

 Italy will undertake a comprehensive overhaul of its gambling laws, as Parliament has officially authorised the approval of the ‘Tax Delegation Law’.  The legislation recognises Italian gambling as a sector requiring a “reorganisation of tax duties and the introduction of new player protection measures that aim to create a more transparent and accountable industry”. As such, the Italian government will …

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Serie A revamps betting data packages to hit market in 2024

Serie A, AC Milan

The betting rights of Lega Serie A will be revised, as the Italian football top division invites tenders to service a range of media and data packages for the 2024/25 campaign. General terms for the Grant of Rights of Serie A have been published by Serie A management, underlying the strict fulfilment of data distribution requirements, authorisations and exclusivity of …

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Betsson’s StarCasino Sport strengthens Serie A links with Napoli

SSC Napoli

Betsson Group’s StarCasino Sport platform has enhanced its visibility in the Italian betting market and sports scene via as ‘official infotainment partner’ of SSC Napoli. The operator has a history of working with the Serie A club, having first partnered with the team between the 2022/23 seasons. Betsson stated that the partnership marks a ‘welcome return’ to working with the …

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IGT informs of sudden passing of Global Lotteries CEO Fabio Cairoli  

SBC News IGT informs of sudden passing of Global Lotteries CEO Fabio Cairoli  

The board of IGT Plc has informed the media and stakeholders of the sudden passing of Fabio Cairoli, Chief Executive of the firm’s Global Lottery unit.  A figurehead in the global lottery industry, Cairoli’s passing has profoundly impacted both his colleagues and competitors in the field.  The CEO of IGT PLC’s Global Lottery division, Cairoli was recognised for his passion, …

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IGT and FDJ pen cross-border deal for France and Italy

FDJ

International Game Technology (IGT) and Française des Jeux (FDJ) have signed a cross-licencing agreement covering distribution of each companies’ einstant games. The agreement, penned between IGT’s IGT Global Services Limited and FDJ’s B2B arm, FDJ Gaming Solutions France (FGS), grants each firm access to the other’s einstant suite. For London-based multinational group IGT, the deal enables the firm to deliver …

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Italy braced for a summer of gambling reforms

SBC News Italy braced for a summer of gambling reforms

Italian gambling stands on the precipice of sweeping changes as the government advances with its plans of a “comprehensive reorganization of the sector.”  A pivot in the regulatory landscape of Italian gambling is currently in progress, with all eyes focused on the ongoing amendment of the Delegation Law.  Approved in April, by PM Giorgia Meloni sanctioned changes aim to reshape …

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