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iGaming Academy launches US-focused elearning courses

SBC News iGaming Academy launches US-focused elearning courses

A series of ‘elearning’ courses have been rolled out by iGaming Academy in a bid to teach individuals about the online sports betting market across the US, outlining the key principles that constitute a successful sportsbook. Offering regulatory information on New Jersey, West Virginia, Mississippi, Pennsylvania and Nevada, the compliance and skill training provider will offer a flagship US Online …

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Monmouth Park’s Dennis Drazin latest to join Sports Betting Hall of Fame

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Dennis Drazin of Monmouth Park racecourse is to be the third industry stalwart to be inducted into the Sports Betting Hall of Fame. Drazin will join former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and Las Vegas bookmaking legend Art Manteris in the latest intake of the Hall of Fame, curated by SBC (Sports Betting Community). The Hall of Fame ceremony is …

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Peter Woodfine, Vermantia: Finding the US retail “sweet spot” through modern SSBTs

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Speaking ahead of Betting on Sports America, Peter Woodfine of Vermantia says better sports betting facilities that combine live pictures, fast and correct data, and modern self-service betting solutions are a massive opportunity for the country’s retail operators. SBC: What are you looking forward to at Betting on Sports America?   PW: We’re looking forward to speaking with U.S. operators …

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Digital Fuel accelerates US profile securing New Jersey ASCIE licence

SBC News Digital Fuel accelerates US profile securing New Jersey ASCIE licence

Industry full-service online marketing agency Digital Fuel continues to press forward with its US-market strategic initiatives having been granted approval to operate services in New Jersey securing its Ancillary Casino Service Industry Enterprise (ACSIE) licence. The ACSIE License is granted by the State of New Jersey’s Gaming Enforcement Division and State Assembly. The License will approve Digital Fuel to secure commercial …

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Start-Ups get into the Zone at Betting on Sports America

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New innovative businesses at the start of their journey now have the opportunity to promote their vision at Betting on Sports America, the largest dedicated sports betting industry conference and trade show in the US, which is being held from 23-25 April at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey. Conference organiser SBC (Sports Betting Community) has introduced a Start-Up …

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NFL’s ‘Great Dane’ and Better Collective ambassador Morten Andersen to speak at Betting on Sports America

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Morten Andersen, who holds the all-time record for most games played in the NFL, will be delivering a keynote speech at this month’s Betting on Sports America conference, held from 23-25 April at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in New Jersey. Andersen is attending #bosamerica as an ambassador for the Denmark-based igaming affiliate Better Collective – a key sponsor of the …

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US thinking Playtech appoints Massion & Krumins as corporate advisers

SBC News US thinking Playtech appoints Massion & Krumins as corporate advisers

The governance of FTSE gambling technology group Playtech Plc has moved to expand its corporate advisory, confirming the appointments of Anna Massion and John Krumins as new Independent Non-Executive Directors – with immediate effect. Updating investors, Playtech details that the Massion and Krumins appointments will diversify the FTSE firm’s corporate governance capacities and make-up. A seasoned executive in corporate finance …

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Affiliate Marketing Masterclass confirmed for Betting on Sports America

Masterclass

Delegates attending the upcoming Betting on Sports America conference (23-25 April) will be given the chance to learn about how affiliate marketing will shape up in the newly open US market as part of the Affiliate Marketing Masterclass on 24 April. The Masterclass is free to attend and delivered in partnership with AffiliateINSIDER through the organisation’s Founder and CEO Lee-Ann …

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Sue Schneider joins SBC as Community Director

SBC News Sue Schneider joins SBC as Community Director

Industry veteran Sue Schneider is to join SBC (Sports Betting Community) in a permanent capacity as Community Director as the organisation continues to invest in the US market ahead of this month’s Betting on Sports America conference. Schneider has been working as a consultant to SBC in establishing the event, which is being held April 23-25 at the Meadowlands Exposition …

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Unrivalled lineup of betting expertise at Betting on Sports America

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A fast start to the first morning of Betting on Sports America (23-25 April) will see New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy make a keynote address to the industry, before former US sports stars Ryan Howard and Brian Westbrook explain the increased crossover between sports, sports betting and venture capital. These two sessions were just a small part of the full …

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