As Africa continues to evolve at a fast pace due to the adoption of more efficient technology, the opportunity for growth in the continent is greater than ever. One supplier that has found sustained success in the region is FSB. Here, we speak to Business Development Manager – Africa, Reece Calderbank about his company’s commitment to the region. SBC: Hi …
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Sean Coleman: diversification must be high on South Africa’s betting agenda
The South African betting market is in good stead to become a global betting powerhouse over the next few years, but operators need to be able to diversify their products should the industry wish to grow further. That was according to Sean Coleman, CEO of the South African Bookmakers Association and MD of BetData. In an interview with SBC News, …
Read More »BtoBet: A love of sports is evident for UK bettors
The UK has long been known for its love of football and horseracing, which has allowed the market to become a leading voice in the sports betting space. In its latest country report, BtoBet shines a spotlight on the UK betting market and the growth of its online sector in recent years. On a global level, BtoBet began, the UK …
Read More »David Clifton: Licensing Expert – All eyes focused on on gambling’s A-Factor
January 2019 famously saw the introduction of the gambling advertising ban in Italy, with forecasts of the disaster that would befall the industry if similar prohibitions spread across Europe. The following year a new Royal Decree on Commercial Communications imposing strict limitations on gambling advertising in Spain was approved by the European Commission. Only the COVID-19 pandemic has delayed its …
Read More »Peter Ivanov: Ultraplay is staying one step ahead of the curve
Over the last few years, esports has become an increasingly popular betting product. This is showing no sign of slowing down any time soon. According to Peter Ivanov, Head of Trading at Ultraplay, the Asian market will be the next key battleground for those looking to establish themselves as a leader within the esports betting space. Ivanov spoke to SBC …
Read More »Alexander Kamenetskyi: understanding the mechanics behind the SOFTSWISS Sportsbook
Risk management has always been an important part of any sportsbook operation, and with online becoming increasingly prevalent, operators must be able to ensure that they can effectively identify potential risks and fraud. In an interview with SBC News, Alexander Kamenetskyi, Product Owner at SOFTSWISS Sportsbook, takes a look at some of the challenges operators face when it comes to …
Read More »Jada Gaming & Symplify: Why culture is ‘not just a buzzword’ in igaming
Although many may simply write-off discussions of ‘company culture’ as just another business cliche, for Jada Gaming and Symplify this couldn’t be any further from the truth. Towards the end of last year, Symplify acquired AI specialists Jada Gaming for a total of $30 million, and the two firms have subsequently embarked on a product integration. Discussing this process, Symplify …
Read More »Pavlos Sideris: Reducing online slot stake limits could lead to more problem gambling
Writing for SBCNews, Pavlos Sideris, director at Double Up Media, discusses the effects of stake limits when gambling and the potential side effects of a stake limit being applied to online slots. 2018 saw the reduction of fixed-odds betting terminals (FOBTs) to maximum stake limits of £2. While this saw a limitation in high-street gambling spend, it’s debatable as to …
Read More »Alex Kornilov, Betegy: pursuing new opportunities in the US market
2022 is all about maintaining a European legacy while also making leaps forward in the US market. That was the key focus for Alex Kornilov, CEO of Betegy, as he outlined the company’s plans for 2022 and beyond. In an interview with SBC News, Kornilov discussed the holistic approaches that Betegy has been taking to customers, global markets and case …
Read More »Zoë Osmond: Open letter on GambleAware RET duties
GambleAware Chief Executive Zoë Osmond has responded to an SBC article on the ongoing RET Levy debate. Osmond explains the grant-making charity’s duties in support of frontline organisations delivering a nationwide system of treatment services for those at risk of gambling harm… ___________ I write in reference to Jordan Lea’s comments made on SBC’s featured article of The RET levy …
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