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Playtech maintains Polish duties with Totalizator Sportowy

SBC News Playtech maintains Polish duties with Totalizator Sportowy

Playtech Plc has secured a multi-year extension to its existing contract as the principal online casino platform supplier of Totalizator Sportowy SP, Poland’s state-owned gambling operator. The renewal follows an extensive review undertaken by Polish authorities which deemed Playtech as the optimal online casino solutions supplier for Totalizator Sportowy to maintain its state-sanctioned gambling services. Totalizator Sportowy was established in …

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Sportradar’s Alpha Odds recalculation tool lifts client profits by 10% 

SBC News Sportradar’s Alpha Odds recalculation tool lifts client profits by 10% 

Sportradar has reported that its automated odds recalculation tool, Alpha Odds, delivered an average profit increase of 10% for clients in 2023, compared to the performance of its conventional odds product.  The tool, which allows operators to generate bespoke betting prices in line with their risk exposure and liabilities, was launched in 2022 and boasts a client roster of more …

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BAGO questions new gambling laws in Belgium

SBC News BAGO questions new gambling laws in Belgium

The Belgian Association of Gaming Operators (BAGO) has come out with a statement criticising the recent bill by Green MP Stefaan Van Hecke to introduce a stricter gambling  framework, saying that it will hurt the sector.  The new law, which recently passed in the Chamber, raises the minimum age for all gambling to 21 years, with an additional restrictive veil …

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Genius Sports unveils Edge as game changer for sportsbook’s risk-&-rewards

SBC News Genius Sports unveils Edge as game changer for sportsbook’s risk-&-rewards

Genius Sports claims that it has delivered the most accurate automated pricing tool for sportsbooks with the unveiling of its new ‘Edge‘ pricing solution. A key product launch for 2024, Genius Sports brands Edge as “a first-of-its-kind automated pricing tool that enables sportsbooks to maximize profits across unlimited sports events and bets concurrently.” Edge utilizes Genius Sports’ wider capabilities in …

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SBC Leaders magazine: Sky Betting & Gaming still thinking big

SBC Leaders Issue 29

Sky Betting & Gaming may be sitting at the very top of the UK gambling industry, but as its Chief Commercial Officer Steve Birch tells the new issue of SBC Leaders magazine, the business still has big ambitions for further growth. In an in-depth interview – which covers the operator’s close relationship with other Flutter-owned brands, the evolution of its …

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Metric experts on the UK racing state of play

SBC News Metric experts on the UK racing state of play

SBC sat down with Metric Gaming’s racing experts Mike Coultard and Charlie Casey to discuss the state of play of the UK racing scene, how operators can be more competitive in a challenging landscape, and of course, some tips for Cheltenham. SBC News: Can you both tell us a bit about your experience and roles at Metric? Mike Coultard, Head of Sales: …

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FairPlay Sports Media acquires Quarter4 to drive BetTech transformation

SBC News FairPlay Sports Media acquires Quarter4 to drive BetTech transformation

FairPlay Sports Media (FPSM) has announced the acquisition of Toronto-based Quarter4 (Q4). Described as a deep-learning neural network specialising in predicting sporting outcomes and providing unique data and content opportunities, ​​this is the first acquisition to be made by FPSM. A Bruin Capital business, the move aligns with FairPlay’s mission to transform the BetTech capabilities of its media network for …

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Stuart Simms, FairPlay: Oddschecker rebrand showcases our full capabilities

SBC News Stuart Simms, FairPlay: Oddschecker rebrand showcases our full capabilities

In line with last week’s announcement that FairPlay Sports Media (FPSM) has become the new identity of Oddschecker, Stuart Simms, CEO of the freshly rebranded group, spoke to SBC News about representing a global network and expanded services beyond affiliate marketing. Nothing new for Oddschecker or FairPlay…. Why embark on this course of action? Oddschecker is a heritage brand recognised …

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Entain keeps gas pedal down on BetCity claim against former owners

SBC News Entain keeps gas pedal down on BetCity claim against former owners

Entain Plc has disclosed its legal proceedings against the former owners of BetCity (BetEnt BV) over a dispute over the acquisition deal brokered in 2022.  Documents obtained by CasinoNieuws.nl have shown that Simon Zinger, Director of Entain Holdings Netherlands, is suing for an undisclosed amount of damages. Entain successfully completed the acquisition of Dutch KOA-licensed online casino BetCity in June …

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Stake.com strengthens portfolio with horse racing data from Racing and Sports

SBC News Stake.com strengthens portfolio with horse racing data from Racing and Sports

Wagering data provider Racing and Sports (RAS) has signed a new deal with online casino and sportsbook Stake.com for the provision of a horse racing solution.  The deal comes in a two-year package, with the potential of a one-year renewal period. Stake.com will receive risk management services, a Trading Manager platform, as well as a comprehensive horse racing data flow. …

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