iGaming

Genting Casino (UK subsidiary of Genting Group Malaysia) has confirmed the appointment of Jeremy Taylor as new Interactive Managing Director, charged with spearheading the firm’s ambitious digital growth strategy for online casino and sportsbook services. Taylor joins Genting from Stockholm listed European online gambling group Betsson AB, where he formerly served as Group Marketing Director (2014-2018). A seasoned executive in …

Jumpman Gaming and Progress Play have agreed to remove terms and conditions prohibiting players from obtained their money in one go, after an investigation by the the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The CMA has been working UK regulator the Gambling Commission, to improve terms and conditions for players online and to help ensure firms do not break consumer protection …

Omega Systems has enhanced its offering, confirming a content partnership with Espresso Games. The deal means that the Espresso Games portfolio of slot and table games will be integrated onto the Omega Core iGaming platform. Paddy Mann, Omega Systems’ Business Development Manager commented: “The addition of Espresso’s content provides Omega licensees the ability to add fresh and engaging games to …

LeoVegas AB has confirmed that its flagship LeoVegas brand will be a ‘Proud Supporter of the 2018 Malta Pride Week’ (Malta Pride). Malta Pride takes place from 9-16 of September, with its headline ‘Pride Parade & Street Concert’ being held on 15 September in Valletta. The theme of Malta Pride Week 2018 will be ‘Pride in the heart of the …

Stockholm-listed online gambling group Cherry AB has confirmed the departure of Anna Bergius and Claes Ruthberg as members of the Board of Directors with immediate effect. Their decision to depart Cherry’s governance follows the Swedish Economic Crime Authority’s confirmation that both board members will be investigated in connection with ‘insider trading allegations’ charged against former Cherry AB CEO Anders Holmgren. …

Camelot UK Lotteries Limited has accepted a £1.15 million penalty package for various shortcomings, including with the firm’s mobile app and the publishing of an incomplete list of raffle prizes following a Lotto draw. The Gambling Commission has ruled that as part of the company’s sanctioning, the sum of  £1.15 million will be distributed to National Lottery good causes. The …

Online casino brand Pala Interactive, has partnered with Betgenius as it looks to strengthen customer acquisitions in the freshly regulated New Jersey iGaming market. The deal will see Pala Interactive benefit from Betgenius’ seasoned expertise in delivering personalised digital campaigns in the online gaming space, as well as its performance-focused approach to programmatic media buying. Jeremy Clemons, Chief Marketing Officer …

The Netherlands Gaming Authority, De Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has issued a €300,000 fine, to Corona Ltd for offering gaming to customers in the country without the required local licence. Corona, a subsidiary in the Betsson group and operator of the Oranje and Kroon online casino brands, has detailed that it is currently locked in internal deliberations and assessments, as the group …

SG Gaming has confirmed the signing of a new five-year contract with Aspers Casino to supply its gaming product across all Aspers’ UK venues. The supplier has installed additional Riviera terminals across all four Aspers casinos. Riviera offers an advanced gaming experience with its performance-enhancing features and full suite of B1 gaming content from SG Gaming’s in-house content team. Furthermore …

Detailing its financial results for the six months to June 30, 2018, Playtech revealed that in spite of difficulties with its Asian operation, the firm’s overall revenue grew 4%. The gaming technology giant did however report a reduction in its EBITDA, which fell 13% to €145m, additionally, its adjusted net profit was €83.3m for the period, down 34 per cent …