Industry stakeholders are monitoring the movements of newly installed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky closely, as dialogue arises of Ukraine overturning its prohibitive gambling code. Since 2009, Ukraine has operated under the ‘Prohibition of Gambling Law’ mandate first sanctioned by the Viktor Yushchenko administration, which has seen all forms of gambling (expect lotteries) – be it land-based or digital – banned …
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Stokes odds on favourite for SPOTY following Ashes heroics
Ben Stokes has been placed as the odds on favourite athlete to win the Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) award by Betfair, Sky Bet and other bookmakers following Sunday’s third Ashes Test. Stokes, who has very much been hailed as England’s saviour in the Test, went on batting run which saw the New Zealand-born cricketer hit 135 not out …
Read More »Degree53 hires Andy Furnival as new technology lead
Industry design, innovation and software development agency Degree53 has strengthened its technology division through the appointment of Andy Furnival as Technical Director. Furnival, who previously held the position of Head of Technology at William Hill, will be tasked with managing Degree53’s technology strategy, as well as the oversight all of the technical teams, and support to the leadership team. As …
Read More »Keith O’Loughlin, SG Digital: Reimagining Scoreboards
SG Digital SVP Keith O’Loughlin explores the importance of streamlined visualized data for sports bettors. As sports betting continues its growth, both in established markets and in the rapidly expanding U.S. space, focus shifts from launches and go-lives to providing unparalleled player experiences. The entertainment landscape is constantly evolving, and with the upward trajectory of the U.S. sports ecosystem, player-centric …
Read More »Betsson partnership sees GIG Comply maintain its tier1 status
Stockholm-listed online gambling group Betsson AB has become the latest industry incumbent to integrate Gaming Innovation Group’s ‘GIG Comply’ provisions across its digital marketing operations. Updating stakeholders, Betsson details that it has integrated the industry’s most sophisticated ‘compliance screening tool’ to support its ongoing multi-brand marketing campaigns. Helping operators adhere to diverse marketing compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions, GiG Comply is …
Read More »Ascot in talks over three-year extension to ITV partnership
The current agreement between ITV and Ascot Racecourse has been brought into the spotlight after it has been reported that the broadcaster has asked Ascot to come to a decision over whether it will agree to a three-year partnership extension. Reported by the Racing Post, the partnership between the two has been highlighted by bookmakers, punters and sponsors, who have …
Read More »Sportradar launches white paper series for sports rights holders
Leading sports data, technology and intelligence firm Sportradar has published its first report on a series of white papers informing sports’ diverse stakeholders on how they can successfully leverage and monetise their digital ecosystems. Its first white paper titled ‘The Monetisation of OTT & Data’ explores the rise of video content across multiple devices, impacting audience engagement trends with all …
Read More »Unibet optimises esports engagement with Abios data widgets
Kindred Group’s flagship Unibet brand has become the first online bookmaker to launch ‘Esports Widgets’ developed by data provider Abios. Seeking to enhance its esports engagement capacities, Unibet has entered a strategic partnership with Abios, a leading data and intelligence services provider for all esports stakeholders. Moving forward, Unibet esports betting markets will be supported by Abios API widgets, displaying …
Read More »CheckdMedia launches ‘Fantasy Hub’ seeking to disrupt all fantasy football engagements
Sports betting affiliate marketing publisher CheckdMedia has expanded its product portfolio, launching its ‘Fantasy Hub’ app, seeking to further engage with new and existing UK football audiences. Made available through iOS and Android, the Fantasy Hub is a free-to-play app produced by CheckdMedia’s newly formed ‘CheckdDevelopment’ unit seeking to tap into the publisher’s network of football communities, who engage regularly …
Read More »EGBA continues to fight against Norway payment blocks
Despite failing in an initial legal case in Norway earlier this week, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has expressed its confidence in succeeding in its ‘main case’ against the Norwegian Ministry of Culture in Oslo District Court. The EGBA and Entercash teamed up earlier this year to bring a case which sought to block igaming payments to offshore …
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