Police authorities across several German states have confirmed that they have opened an investigation into 17 football matches on suspicion of match-fixing. First reported in the news outlet Hamburg Morning Post (MOPO), the games suspected to have had a predetermined outcome were part of the 3. Liga, Regionalliga and the Oberliga competitions – all organised by the DFB, Germany’s Football …
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CMA probes Google on abusive adtech practices stifling competition
UK advertisers and media platforms have been drawn to a ‘provisional assessment’ by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) scrutinising Google’s practices. Published on 6 September, the CMA disclosed a series of ‘provisional objections’ regarding how Google’s policies and practices favour its ad-tech solutions. Due for further investigation, the CMA suspects that “Google may have broken competition law by using …
Read More »BHA demonstrates “deep care” for racing in Stewarding process
The BHA has highlighted the stewarding process, which occurs at every race meet to ensure that what unfolds on the track does so within the Rules of Racing. After the racing takes place, each meeting is overseen by BHA Chief Steward, Stewards’ Panel Chair, BHA Steward and the BHA Assistant Stewards whose job is to discuss and reach a conclusion …
Read More »Clever Advertising: all eyes are on Europe
Vanda Silva, Chief Commercial Officer at Clever Advertising, explores the opportunities in Europe as she explains why you cannot take a ‘cookie cutter approach’ to expansion across the region. Europe has always been a strong market for Clever Advertising. It is where our story began, and where we will continue to add new chapters in our journey for many, many …
Read More »Betfred welcomes Nick Cockerill as new Product Officer
Stats Perform’s former VP of Product, Nick Cockerill, has been appointed as the new Chief Product Officer at Betfred. In his new role, Cockerill will enhance the bookmaker’s online business and aid the brand’s transformation towards a technology-first organisation. Joanne Whittaker, Betfred’s CEO, said: “Nick joins with a wealth of experience and has an excellent track record in the sector. …
Read More »LeoVegas.News expands Atalanta sponsorship into new season
Bergamo football club Atalanta has renewed its sponsorship deal with entertainment magazine LeoVegas.News to now cross over into the 2024/25 season. Commenting on the partnership’s extension, Romano Zanforlin, Atalanta’s Marketing and Commercial Director, said: “Being able to continue to include LeoVegas.News among our Sponsors is a source of utmost pride. “We pride ourselves on every partnership renewal because it’s not …
Read More »Star Sports makes cautious approach for Sporting Index assets
Star Sports has notified the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) that it would be interested in acquiring segments of Sporting Index’s business. In January, the CMA intervened on the acquisition of Sporting Index by main rival Spreadex, citing that the deal should be evaluated against the Enterprise Act of 2022 as to whether the merger would significantly diminish competition …
Read More »Betfair sponsors US election coverage of ‘Never Mind the Ballots’
The Sun has announced that its ‘Never Mind the Ballots’ online show will be sponsored by Betfair for its remaining coverage of the US 2024 election. Launched in March, Never Mind the Ballots is the new politics show from The Sun hosted by editor Harry Cole. The show is recognised as The Sun’s most successful online series, generating over 30 …
Read More »CIRSA hits €1bn in net income ahead of Apuesta Total takeover
Grupo CIRSA has strengthened its full-year guidance to an EBITDA range of €680-€710m, as it moves to refresh its South American profile by taking majority ownership of Apuesta Total – Peru’s market-leading bookmaker. H1 interim accounts show Blackstone-owned CIRSA surpassing the €1bn mark in net revenues. Trading during the period saw CIRSA’s casino business unit generate a 6% increase in …
Read More »Blask recruits Greg Penkov as global sales lead
Blask has appointed Greg Penkov as its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). With over 15 years of experience in sales and business development, including five years in the gambling sector. Penkov will lead the company’s global sales and business development efforts. He will focus on expanding Blask’s market presence and driving revenue growth across various regions. Before joining Blask, Penkov held …
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