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Major affiliate group XL Media is trading ahead of management expectations for the first six months of the year, with the company revealing that it is reducing the percentage of its revenues generated from gambling. The Group has been working on its strategy of diversifying its revenue streams and says it has delivered strong organic growth across all business verticals. …

Inbet Games has confirmed the launch of Café Bridge, a new payment service which provides players with a single account, accessible from both physical gaming venues and online platforms. For end users, it enables a simple move between online and offline action, with a cash deposit option which is important for those who are unwilling to utilise online payment methods …

Nektan Plc, an international gaming solutions and services provider has announced the acquisition of Nektan Marketing Services in a deal with Fred Done (Betfred founder) and Warren Jacobs (ActiveWin Media). Nektan Marketing Services was initially a joint venture between Done, Jacobs and Nektan Plc and was announced back in September 2015. The company has traded as Nektan Marketing Services and …

Novomatic AG’s claim against Euro Games Technology Ltd (“EGT”) has been dismissed by the District Court Berlin. It was initially announced in October 2016 that Novomatic AG would initiate court proceedings against EGT. The claim, made against Sofia based Euro Games Technology Ltd and German sales partner D-Systems GmbH claimed that some of EGT’s games systematically and unfairly utilised essential …

Alexman, a hot tipster on the OLBG sports betting community, has signed up to take today’s eight-race Tipster Challenge at Thirsk. Given that he is +£110.51 for £1 stakes on horse racing over the last six months, Alexman is well placed to challenge series regular Stephen Harris. The horse racing guru from bettingexpert sits second in the latest standings, with …

Sky Betting & Gaming has renewed its partnership with Playtech by agreeing a multi-product deal which extends across Playtech’s dedicated Live Casino environment. The long-standing partnership has facilitated year-on-year growth within gaming, live and bingo verticals at Sky Bet, who recently picked up an inaugural award recognising marketing excellence and innovation across the Playtech Casino network of global licensees. For example, …

Susan O’Leary, CEO at Alderney Gambling, says Esports betting throws up major regulatory challenges, but the industry needs to take them on to safeguard its future. Esports has come a long way in a short space of time. From a small number of hardcore enthusiasts duking it out from their parent’s basements to professional teams going head-to-head in front of …

The Gambling Commission has defended its focus on consumer protection amid concerns that the shift in focus under CEO Sarah Harrison is a case of ‘regulatory creep’. The comments came as part of the consultation process into the Commission’s enforcement strategy published today which revealed a new enforcement strategy which will be used to tackle operators who breach gambling regulations. Citing how a fast …

Slots and table games provider Habanero has demonstrated its ability to “tailor content to a variety of markets” after going live with Belgium-based online casino starcasino.be. Habanero’s 75 video slots, including Panda Panda, Bird of Thunder and Fire Rooster, have been made available to the operator’s customers across a range of desktop and mobile devices. The deal will see the company, …

Brighton Racecourse and Arena Racing Company (ARC) has announced that Marathonbet will be the headline sponsor of the racecourse’s Festival of Racing. The Marathonbet Festival of Racing, which takes place between Wednesday 9 August and Friday 11 August, will see branding for the online bookmaker displayed throughout Brighton Racecourse. Marathonbet will also be engaging with fans in the run up …