Sports betting technology provider Sportradar AG has confirmed the launch today of ‘ORAKO’ – an all-in-one sportsbook solution for betting operators seeking to introduce sports wagering or enhance their existing offer. ORAKO comes packed with the technology, products and tools operators need to quickly launch and establish an omnichannel sports betting service for customers. It is, the firm added, also …
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William Hill has confirmed that Ulrik Bengtsson has stepped down as Chief Executive of the company, which expects to complete its sale to 888 Holdings on 1 July. Issuing a statement, Bengtsson told investors that he had accomplished the objectives of his leadership tenure, which saw William Hill internationally diversify its business, followed by its £3 billion sale to Caesars …
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Catena Media will integrate Spotlight Sports Group’s Superfeed engine into its horse racing-focused websites after the two companies agreed a new partnership. Under the terms of the deal, CatenaMedia’s GG.co.uk and racingtips.com will benefit from the full international offering of data and content from more than 60,000 races annually, made available via the Superfeed engine. Daniel Smith, Spotlight Sports Group’s …
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Emerging markets across Asia will become a key focus for Pronet Gaming after the company’s expansion plans have been completed “ahead of schedule”. At the turn of the year, Pronet noted that it had signed 35 new clients over the last 18 months which has enabled the company to roll out its sportsbook and casino platform solutions across a number …
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GamCare, the operator of the National Gambling Helpline, has become the latest treatment and support stakeholder to raise concerns on the UK’s cost of living crisis. The charity outlined concerns that day-to-day financial pressures are changing consumer motivations to make money as a means to make ends meet, increasing the risk of gambling participation. Alerting wider stakeholders, GamCare published the …
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Becoming a first-mover in the US can have its advantages when it comes to gaining a competitive edge in securing market share. However, this may mean that companies adopt legacy technologies which ultimately cause headaches a few years down the road. In a conversation with SBC Leaders, FSB’s Bob Akeret, VP of Operations, and Mike Van Ermen, VP of Business …
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David Rebuck, Director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement, is set to join Martin Lycka for a special live edition of the Safe Bet Show at the Player Protection Symposium in New York City on 12 July, 2022. The Symposium, at the Midtown Loft and Terrace in Manhattan, is a half-day conference bringing together international experts to discuss …
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Kindred Group has confirmed that its flagship Unibet brand will withdraw its presence from the German market as of 1 July. The Stockholm-listed operator has informed local authorities that it has chosen to cancel Unibet’s sportsbook and virtual slots licence applications to participate in Germany’s Fourth Interstate Treaty on Gambling (GlüNeuRStv) regime. “Our long-term strategic direction sets out locally regulated …
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SBC is once again inviting industry startups to pitch their business ideas in front of leading investors during the SBC North America Summit, taking place at Meadowlands Exposition Center, New Jersey, July 12-14. Last year’s First Pitch competition at SBC North America saw two joint winners. The judges could not decide between The Parleh Media Group, the Canadian digital media …
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SBC has announced the details of its biggest ever conference and exhibition, SBC Summit Barcelona 2022. The event with the unrivalled speaker line-up, scheduled for 20-22 September at Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc, will turn the venue into the centre of the international betting and gaming industry for the week, gathering leading industry experts and decision-makers from around the world. In …
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