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BetConstruct has announced that the Board of Directors of the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) has unanimously accepted it as a member of this global non-profit international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of electronic gaming devices, systems, online technology, key components, table games, support products and services for the gaming industry. “BetConstruct is honored to have been unanimously …

The boards of Ladbrokes and Coral have managed to agree on a merger deal which will create ‘a leading multi-channel and internationally diversified business with a compelling strategy to accelerate online growth, deliver substantial synergies and drive value’. Ladbrokes Coral plc will have net revenue of £2.1 billion and £392 million of EBITDA (excluding cost synergies of at least £65 …

Lord Richard Attenborough CBE (29 August 1923 – 24 August 2014 ) is gaining market support to be the next face of the £20 note. William Hill revealed that it has seen significant support for the actor, director and former President of BAFTA. The bookmaker has shortened Attenborough’s odds from 14/1 to 9/1 to replace Scottish economist Adam Smith. Attenborough is currently …

Independent Game Design and Platform Integration specialists Betdigital , has seen a 400% increase in demand for its bespoke games. With more operators wishing to embrace an Omni-channel offering has seen Betdigital acquire a huge number of new customers that have significantly boosted revenues. Players are now able to enjoy content on a fresh platform that in turn raises awareness of suppliers …

US sports network ESPN has disclosed that the Department of Justice and the NFL in legal documents have considered, sports betting to be a ‘game of skill’. The definition used by both parties may become a vital distinction in the progress of legalised sports betting within the US. ESPN, North America’s biggest sports broadcaster, discovered the documents by searching public …

AUSTRAC, the Australia financial intelligence unit is charging Tabcorp with failure to comply with anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing laws. The penalty placed by the finance body, could see Tabcorp charged with an AUS $17 million fine, for failing to meet Australian anti-money laundering compliance laws and practices. AUSTRAC has stated to Australian media that it has gained a …

Scientific Games Corporation will integrate its Operator Wide Area Progressive System with Rank Group Plc premises in what will be the largest installation of a gaming system undertaken by a single operator. The initial rollout covers 21 tables in 10 casinos across the United Kingdom, with 86 more progressive tables to be installed by the end of this year. Overall, the …

Beginning legal action over the infringement of his image rights by Paddy Power, Former Republic of Ireland and Manchester United captain Roy Keane has labelled the Paddy Power ‘Braveheart’ billboard advert (pictured) as “crude and offensive”. The infringement case put forward by Keane has been admitted to Ireland’s Commercial High Court, who will pass judgement on the matter in November. …

Sam Mendes the director of the new James Bond ‘Spectre’ movie has confirmed that the theme of the new film has been written and recorded. The film’s producers are set to reveal the songs leading artist soon, as they gear up for the release of one 2015’s most anticipated movies. Spectre’ the second Bond film directed by Sam Mendes is …

Queensland State has awarded its Brisbane casino resort project to leisure and gambling operator Echo Entertainment Group Ltd. Following a tender process, the Queensland government awarded the Echo bid over the casino proposal submitted by James Packer’s Crown Resorts. Echo will build a AUS $2 billion (£1 billion) casino on Brisbane’s river front, the investment will be by a consortium …