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SIS esports rollout continues as RETAbet deal grows Spain and LatAm presence

SBC News SIS esports rollout continues as RETAbet deal grows Spain and LatAm presence

SIS (Sports Information Services) expanded its partnership with RETAbet, securing a multinational launch for its Competitive Gaming (CG) products in Spanish-speaking markets.  The deal includes provision of SIS’ NBA2K and FIFA esports tournaments, which will be distributed across RETAbet’s retail – in shops and bars – and online channels, allowing for 24/7 live viewership and betting. This marks the latest …

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BoyleSports hush on sale rumours as it awaits Irish market’s transformation

SBC News BoyleSports hush on sale rumours as it awaits Irish market’s transformation

BoyleSports, Ireland’s largest independent bookmaker, is reported “to be in a sales process”, evaluating its business options ahead of the regulatory shake-up of Ireland’s gambling market. This weekend the Irish Independent reported that Dundalk-based BoyleSports is viewed as an “attractive acquisition target” by “market sources”. Founded in 1982 by entrepreneur John Boyle, BoyleSports is Ireland’s second-largest betting group operating 350 …

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Belgium expands EPIS self exclusion coverage for betting shops

SBC News Belgium expands EPIS self exclusion coverage for betting shops

The Belgium Gambling Commission (BGC) has announced that its ‘EPIS – Excluded Persons Information System’ will be expanded to cover betting shop customers The announcement sees Belgium’s gambling self-exclusion system cover all licensed disciplines allowed by the BGC, as previously EPIS self-exclusion was only available for land-based casinos, arcades and online gambling websites. The BGC had been ordered to expand …

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Jake Nowry pursuing ‘major growth opportunities’ as SIS’ US sales lead

SBC News Jake Nowry pursuing ‘major growth opportunities’ as SIS’ US sales lead

SIS’ (Sports Information Services) hiring and promotions spree has continued, as the firm has appointed Jake Nowry as Sales & Business Development Manager for its US subsidiary. Nowry joins SIS Content Services, the UK-based live video and data US-facing division, with responsibility for driving business growth and capitalising on market opportunities in the stateside sector.  The company is targeting expansion …

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Entain to compete with Tabcorp in NSW hotel sector via advertising deal

NSW to take ‘zero tolerance approach’ on pub betting advertising from December

Entain has secured an advertising and sponsorship partnership between its Australia-facing brand and the New South Wales hotel network.  Signed between Entain Australia and the Australian Hotels Association New South Wales (AHA NSW), the deal enables the FTSE100 international gambling group to promote the Ladbrokes and Neds digital betting brands in hotels and pubs. This is not the first agreement …

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BHA to participate in sports concussion research project

SBC News BHA to participate in sports concussion research project

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has called for licensed jump and point-to-point jockeys to participate in research trials examining the effects of concussions.  The research forms part of a wider project led by the University of Bath titled “investigating vestibular-oculomotor functions following sports-related concussions.” Jump and P2P jockeys have been called on to participate in the project, as “concussion is …

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Sweden records SEK 6.75bn Q2 revenue as betting turnover remains steady

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The Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s Gambling Inspectorate, has revealed national gambling revenue for Q2 2022 , which totalled SEK 6.75bn (€622m). This represents a 4% YoY improvement on 2021 Q2 figures of SEK 6.5bn (€598.9m), and a £% quarterly increase from Q1 (SEK 6.55bn/(€603.3m). However, although indicative of long-term growth, this did mark a downward trend on Q4 figures of SEK 7bn …

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Racing Post launches new full coverage app 

SBC News Racing Post launches new full coverage app 

Racing Post has announced the launch of its new app, made available for free on iOS and Android systems. The app will provide audiences with daily coverage and unparalleled expert insights on all horseracing developments, fixtures and events.  Upgraded features include a new odds comparison tool, data-led tips and exclusive app-only content from renowned racing experts Tom Segal and Paul …

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William Hill opens ‘fully-digitised’ betting shop in Leeds to test new retail experiences  

SBC News William Hill opens 'fully-digitised' betting shop in Leeds to test new retail experiences  

William Hill has transformed a Leeds betting shop into a state-of-the-art digital unit to deliver a new digitised experience for retail punters.  The venue was launched on Saturday with former England goalkeeper Nigel Martyn in attendance alongside Yorkshire and England cricketer Craig White and ex-Leeds Rhinos player Stevie Ward. According to William Hill, the fully digitised betting shop will engage …

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BHA elects John Ferguson as board member for licensed personnel

SBC News BHA elects John Ferguson as board member for licensed personnel

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has appointed former trainer and bloodstock expert John Ferguson to the Board of Directors of UK racing’s governing body. A figurehead of British racing, Ferguson has been elected as one of the two member-nominated directors chosen by the Thoroughbred Breeders Association (TBA), Racehorse Owners Association (ROA) and National Trainers Federation (NTF) – acting on behalf …

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