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William Hill’s Ciaran O’Brien takes Tipster Challenge at Chepstow

SBC News William Hill’s Ciaran O’Brien takes Tipster Challenge at Chepstow

Ciaran O’Brien, Communications Director at William Hill, has entered the Tipster Challenge limelight for this week at Chepstow Races. Ciaran O’Brien was a star of the previous format, recording 16.50 points at Cheltenham in March 2016. A similar result would put him top of the table, ahead of current leader Alan Alger of Betway. Stephen Harris, Horse Racing Guru at …

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Rafi Ashkenazi – BetStars intent on closing gap on sports betting competitors

SBC News Rafi Ashkenazi - BetStars intent on closing gap on sports betting competitors

Presenting Amaya Inc results for Q3 2016, CEO Rafi Ashkenazi praised the work and competence of his firm’s recently launched ‘BetStars’ sports betting division, stating that it had delivered on its goal of creating a ‘competitive online sportsbook’. Seeking to challenge established legacy betting operators, the BetStars division will be led by new MD Zeno Osskó as Amaya looks to …

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Grosvenor Casinos launches new sportsbook with Kambi

SBC News Grosvenor Casinos launches new sportsbook with Kambi

Rank Group subsidiary Grosvenor Casinos has confirmed the launch of a new sports betting offering for its online and land-based players. Powered by Kambi following a deal made in January, ‘Grosvenor Sport’ enables punters in Grosvenor land-based sites or online to access various sports betting services and a range of special offers. The product underwent a soft launch this summer, …

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Cristiano Ronaldo stars in PokerStars’ Beat The Clock launch

SBC News Cristiano Ronaldo stars in PokerStars’ Beat The Clock launch

PokerStars has unveiled its new, fast paced ‘Beat the Clock’ tournaments, with Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo as the star of the advertising campaign. ‘Beat The Clock’ games last just five minutes, and are held in Zoom Poker format at four-max tables. Players must remain in the game until the timer runs out, with the prizes then distributed in proportion to …

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Currency strains impact Intertain Q3 2016 performance

SBC News Currency strains impact Intertain Q3 2016 performance

Impacted negatively by the depreciation of pound sterling against the Canadian dollar, Toronto TSX-listed Intertain Group (Intertain) has recorded a 7% drop in corporate revenues to CAD $113 million for its Q3 2016 performance (period ending 30 September). The operator who is preparing to float on the London Stock Exchange under its core brand ‘Jackpotjoy Plc’ would close its Q3 …

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Cherry iGaming’s subsidiary obtains UK gaming licence

SBC News Cherry iGaming’s subsidiary obtains UK gaming licence

The CherryCasino brand will be launched in the UK after Cherry iGaming’s subsidiary PlayCherry Ltd was granted a local UK licence for gaming operators from the Gambling Commission. The company will initially use the licence for CherryCasino.com as its flagship brand. EuroSlots, a recently-relaunched white-label gaming website, will also be rolled out shortly after. Meanwhile, Sunmaker, an iGaming brand that …

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Rachel Riley hosts Sky Betting & Gaming Gala Ball for Teenage Cancer Trust

SBC News Rachel Riley hosts Sky Betting & Gaming Gala Ball for Teenage Cancer Trust

Rachel Riley hosted Sky Betting and Gaming’s first annual Gala Ball celebrating a year of fundraising in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust. The Countdown star and Sky Sports’ Friday Night Football presenter announced that Sky Betting and Gaming has already exceeded its original fundraising target of £20,000. Hundreds of employees at the company have contributed to this figure, participating in …

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William Hill strengthens governance advisory with 3 Non Executive Director appointments

SBC News William Hill strengthens governance advisory with 3 Non Executive Director appointments

Further to today’s trading update, FTSE-listed William Hill has moved to strengthen its governance advisory by confirming the appointment of three new Non-Executive Directors. Updating its investors William Hill governance confirmed that John O’Reilly, (former Managing Director at Coral Interactive), Robin Terrell (former Chief Customer Officer at Tesco PLC) and Mark Brooker (former Chief Operating Officer at Betfair) would join …

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Metric Gaming hires Jim Supple as one of three new executives

SBC News Metric Gaming hires Jim Supple as one of three new executives

Metric Gaming has marked the launch of its London offices by hiring three new executives, including former Betfair and William Hill director Jim Supple. After 25 years’ experience in the betting industry, Supple is set to become the company’s COO. He will be joined by new CFO Steven Paterson, former Finance Director of William Hill’s retail division. Meanwhile, Sam Foulkes, …

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World’s Sexiest DJ Kellie Acreman to entertain at the SBC Awards

SBC News World’s Sexiest DJ Kellie Acreman to entertain at the SBC Awards

SBC Events has announced the signing of internationally acclaimed DJ Kellie Acreman for its awards ceremony on December 7 at Chelsea FC’s Under the Bridge night club. Sponsored by EnergyBet, and voted the ‘World’s Sexiest DJ’ in 2009, Kellie Acreman will be entertaining the 500 guests through the evening by providing a mix of music to reflect the occasion. Simona Pinterova, …

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