Entain, the holding company behind Ladbrokes and Coral, has launched the initial stage of a new player protection initiative based on data and analytics. The new preventative approach has been named ARC (Advanced Protection and Care), and has used behavioural indicators to identify players potentially at risk. The firm is now developing models using more than three times the previous …
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The board of Entain Plc has stood by its recommended offer of SEK 40 (£3.50) cash per share, in its bid to acquire leading Baltic online gambling group Enlabs AB. This morning, Entain confirmed that it had extended its offer ‘acceptance period’ until the 18 March 2021, with the FTSE100 group further stating that it anticipates ‘deal settlement’ to commence …
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Harry von Behr, Managing Director (Sport) at Spotlight Sports Group, discusses the evolution of the company, the recent refresh of the group brand, key focus areas for 2021, and why it’s an exciting time to be involved in the US market – both through the provision of expert content for B2B partners and the successful rollout of customer facing website …
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William Hill CEO Ulrik Bengtsson has stood by today’s publication of the PWC report on black-market threats impacting the UK gambling sector. Commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) with the support of William Hill and Entain Plc – PWC’s industry report will be presented to DCMS as evidence in the department’s ongoing review of the 2005 Gambling Act. …
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Entain Plc has this morning issued a short statement confirming Australian media speculation that it has made a formal approach to acquire Tabcorp Holdings‘ ‘wagering and media’ assets. The FTSE100 betting group said that ‘discussions were at an early stage’ and chose not to disclose any information with regards to its valuation of Tabcorp’s sports betting assets. Entain stated that …
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Entain plc has launched ‘The Player’s Panel,’ a new initiative aimed at ‘giving consumers a voice’ on issues relating to betting and gambling in the UK. The Panel consists of a range of Entain’s customers from across the UK, who participate on a voluntary, unpaid basis. The members will interact with ‘political decision -makers, stakeholders and the media to give …
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FSB has strengthened its leadership team after confirming that Keith Laidlaw will join the company’s advisory board to support IT and technology strategy. The software provider lauded the technological experience of Laidlaw, who previously held senior level roles at Entain (formerly known as GVC Holdings), Party Gaming and OnGame. In his new role, he will work alongside Sam Lawrence, FSB’s …
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Soft2Bet will continue to ‘exceed the requirements of partners across the globe’ after confirming that Pablo Ferreira will become the company’s new Chief Marketing Officer. Following what Soft2Bet has praised as a ‘successful spell’ in his role as Head of Country Managers, Ferreira will take charge of creating the promotional strategy for Soft2Bet’s flagship 2021 sportsbook as well as the …
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Entain Plc has confirmed the appointment of Jette Nygaard-Andersen as its new Group CEO, who will take over from Shay Segev as he officially steps down from CEO duties today. Having served as a non-executive director of Entain since 2019, Nygaard-Andersen has guided the FTSE100 firm on the recent group transformation and development of its new corporate charter. Confirming …
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Entain plc has lauded its ability to maintain a strong trading momentum in Q4 2020, with its diversified portfolio being attributed as a key driver for growth. Delivering its 20th consecutive quarter of growth, Entain has projected that full-year net gaming revenues (NGR) will grow by 27%. Closing 2020 trading on a high, the FTSE100 group delivered double-digit NGR growth …
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