All-in Global, the number one language service provider in the gaming industry, has gathered the most relevant data to highlight hot fantasy markets for SBC News readers, and advise interested companies on how to prepare “local” fantasy content. In 2019, it was estimated that almost 46 million adults (18+) played fantasy sports in the US. In comparison, the Fantasy Premier …
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New research from GambleAware has highlighted that perceived stigma can be a barrier to accessing treatment for female gamblers. The research, which was commissioned by GambleAware and completed by YouGov, aims to develop a deeper understanding around the experiences of women and gambling. The study found that 39% of women ‘who would not want treatment, advice or support to help …
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Kenny Alexander is to step down as CEO of GVC Holdings after 13 years with COO Shay Segev taking control of the FTSE-100 operator almost immediately. Alexander will remain at GVC in the short term as a company executive to support the leadership transition. Confirming the leadership change, Chairman Barry Gibson said: “Kenny has built a remarkable global business, and has …
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The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has called upon German policymakers to ‘simplify the country’s complicated policy framework for online gambling’. The Brussels based industry trade body criticised Germany for being ‘one of the very few remaining European countries which has no properly functioning online gambling market’. Explaining why the new State Treaty must simplify current legislation, Maarten Haijer, …
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Progressing on its regulated market schedule, the Dutch government has forwarded its Remote Gambling Act for review by the European Commission. Despite covid interruptions, the Dutch government maintains that it will launch its new regulated gambling marketplace on 1 July 2021. Prior to market launch, Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) will open its first licensing window on 1 January 2021, …
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Buzz Bingo has revealed plans to close 26 of its UK venues in a move that will place 570 employees at risk of losing their jobs. The UK’s largest bingo hall operator stated that it had undertaken the drastic actions to ‘protect the future of its business’ as it seeks to mitigate pandemic circumstances affecting the entire leisure and hospitality …
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Dafabet has grown its portfolio of English cricket teams after securing two new sponsorship agreements with the Durham and Sussex county teams. The new partnerships, facilitated by SEM Global, preempt the Vitality Blast T20 campaign and will see the operator’s name feature prominently on the two teams’ shirts. As part of the agreement with Sussex Cricket, Dafabet’s logo will feature …
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Clarion Gaming has issued an ‘advanced notice’ to industry incumbents and stakeholders confirming that its flagship ICE London show will be moved to April in 2021. Managing Director Kate Chambers stated that the decision had been undertaken following ‘discussions with the market’, after which it became clear that concerns remained attached to COVID-19 impacts should the exhibition maintain its traditional …
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STS has boosted its product portfolio by introducing a new poker table in the BetGames.TV section of its Polish website. The new poker product, confirmed STS, arrives as a result of an expanded cooperation with the live betting games supplier. For STS, the largest bookmaker in Poland with over 47% market share, this deal shows that it is not …
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Cellxpert has been selected by Ellmount Gaming LTD to track, manage and optimise its affiliate programme for both its CasinoRoom.com and HighRoller.com brands. The new partnership will support Ellmount Gaming to ‘drive growth and optimise its business performance’ by integrating Cellxpert’s affiliate tracking software. Assaf Dor, Cellxpert CEO, commented: “We are glad to be chosen by an industry leader such …
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