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SBC Summit Rio: there’s room for all kinds of AI tech developments

SBC News SBC Summit Rio: there's room for all kinds of AI tech developments

Technological developments are a core focus of any organisation amid a constant jockeying for position, with the possibilities offered by artificial intelligence currently capturing much attention. This formed a central focus at the recent SBC Summit Rio, where a quintet of experts delved into how the tech could shape the future of the industry, why such models can improve responsible …

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Sportradar hails US profitability as €1bn revenue target is set for 2024 

Carsten Koerl, Sportradar: the US, media rights and the importance of new data

Sportradar AG has achieved all commercial and operating objectives of a ‘dynamic 2023’ as the Nasdaq sports technology group sets the target of surpassing €1bn in corporate revenues in 2024.  Publishing its full-year 2023 accounts, Sportradar lauds its third consecutive year of double-digit growth as corporate revenues stand at €878m, 20% above FY2022 results of €730m.  Double-digit growth in headline …

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SBC Digital Innovation – Sportsbook Tech Day to examine future of betting technology

SBC News SBC Digital Innovation - Sportsbook Tech Day to examine future of betting technology

The SBC Digital Innovation – Sportsbook Tech online conference is set to take place on 20 March 2024, when speakers from a host of major operators will share their insights on the future of the industry’s key technologies. The event, which is hosted in partnership with Soft2Bet, will feature five sessions that examine some of the major developments in the …

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World Poker Tour aces media supply chain management deal with Ateliere Technologies

SBC News World Poker Tour aces media supply chain management deal with Ateliere Technologies

The World Poker Tour (WPT) has announced that it will utilise the cloud-native Ateliere Connect platform from Atelier Creative Technologies to transform its media supply chain.  WPT high-stakes poker tournaments are currently being shown across more than 150 countries thanks to a significant presence across television and online platforms like ClubWPT.com and WPTGlobal.com, as well as mobile apps like WatchWPT.  …

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Betting & gaming industry’s biggest compliance challenges revealed

Challenges in Compliance Survey

The SBC Media Challenges in Compliance Survey, commissioned by leading identity verification platform provider IDnow, is published today, providing valuable insights on the international betting and gaming industry’s biggest issues around compliance, fraud and onboarding processes.  ——————————————————— The challenges faced by betting and gaming operators’ compliance teams are many and varied. As the industry continues its move towards regulation in …

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Soft2Bet cites iGaming Academy partnership as commitment to talent development

SBC News Soft2Bet cites iGaming Academy partnership as commitment to talent development

Casino and sportsbook operator and platform provider Soft2Bet has offered an update on its partnership with global training specialist iGaming Academy, citing the collaboration as an example of its commitment to staff training at every level. Soft2Bet reported that the partnership has enabled it to train its teams at scale and strengthen its commitment to regulatory compliance and excellence. The …

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Genius Sports beats FY2023 targets as 2024 focus turns to profitability

SBC News Genius Sports beats FY2023 targets as 2024 focus turns to profitability

Genius Sports Inc celebrates its eighth consecutive quarter of growth, as its yearly revenue and earnings results surpass market expectations. In its full-year 2023 report released today, Genius Sports announces corporate revenues of $412m, marking a 21% increase from FY2022’s comparative results of $341m. The growth in headline revenues exceeds the NYSE betting technology, media, and data group’s expected revenue …

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EGBA backs EU Parliament endorsement of new e-ID law 

EGBA 'confident of thorough investigation’ into legacy Dutch lottery licences

The decision of the EU Parliament to approve the new European Digital Identity has been welcomed by the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA).  According to the gambling industry trade group, the regulation’s endorsement at the highest level of EU politics “marks a significant milestone in the journey towards a more secure and inclusive digital environment for all citizens” across …

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Betsson powers up Pricing Accuracy with Abelson Info GPS 

SBC News Betsson powers up Pricing Accuracy with Abelson Info GPS 

Abelson Info has announced that Betsson AB will utilise its in-play Goalscorer Pricing & Settlement Service (GPS) to enhance the market accuracy of its sportsbook portfolio. The partnership will see Betsson enhance its goalscorer and player card markets covering over 120 global football competitions, integrating Abelson’s live GPS solution.   Operating since 2003, Abelson Info is a specialist supplier of bespoke …

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Simon Lidzén, Fast Track: We’re already looking at the future of CRM

SBC News Simon Lidzén, Fast Track: We're already looking at the future of CRM

At a bustling ICE London, Fast Track CEO Simon Lidzén talked to SBC News about a slogan that is so synonymous with the engagement platform, the current state of CRM, the importance of delivering truly unique experiences, what the future holds for the company and much more. SBC News: What is meant by ‘the future of CRM’ being synonymous with Fast Track, …

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