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Betsson bolsters Executive Team with Svensson & Saliba

SBC News Betsson bolsters Executive Team with Svensson & Saliba

Betsson AB has expanded its C-level executive team by adding two-new leadership roles focused on strengthening the global operations of the Stockholm-listed online gambling group. The decision sees Betsson expand its executive team to five C-level members led by President and Group Chief Executive, Pontus Lindwall. Jesper Svensson has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Operations (CEO of Operations), and …

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Betsson acquires FDJ’s Sporting Solutions to advance Sportsbook independence

Betsson AB CEO Pontus Lindwall

Betsson AB has confirmed the acquisition of Sporting Solutions to advance the pricing and risk management capabilities of its B2C and B2B sportsbook offerings. Announcing its second acquisition of 2024, Betsson has agreed terms to acquire the heritage sportsbook solutions provider from French national lottery operator Groupe Française des Jeux (FDJ) for an undisclosed sum. Deal notes cited: “The integration …

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Betsson and Inter collaborate on ‘biggest ever’ partnership yet

SBC News Betsson and Inter collaborate on ‘biggest ever’ partnership yet

Betsson has revealed that its Betsson Sport infotainment logo will be featured on Inter’s football jerseys for the next four seasons.  The partnership is the largest shirt deal for both Betsson and the Serie A football giants, both having recently celebrated major milestones in their respective histories – with Betsson marking 60 years in business and Inter having secured their …

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Bethard selects Betsson sportsbook lauding ‘diverse player base’

SBC News Bethard selects Betsson sportsbook lauding ‘diverse player base’

Betsson has been named the official sportsbook provider for online gaming operator Bethard. Described as having an array of licences across multiple European jurisdictions, Bethard selected Betsson as the sole provider of fully managed sportsbook services for its ‘diverse player base across key markets’, including Sweden, Ireland and Malta. Jesper Svensson, CEO Betsson Operations, commented: “We are delighted to be …

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Betsson looks to redefine focus of sportsbook marketing in latest campaign

Betsson looks to redefine focus of sportsbook marketing in latest campaign

Betsson AB has launched a new advertising campaign targeting several markets across its international operations, specifically its established territories in Europe and Latin America. The ‘A bet makes the difference’ campaign encompasses a series of commercials developed by Betsson’s in-house advertising team, with a focus on the ‘elevating excitement’ of betting rather than big wins. Stockholm-listed multinational Betsson plans to …

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Betsson strikes $7.5m sponsorship of Boca Juniors  

SBC News Betsson strikes $7.5m sponsorship of Boca Juniors  

Betsson AB has secured its biggest marketing commitment for the Argentine market, becoming the principal shirt sponsor of Boca Juniors. This weekend, Argentine news sources reported that Betsson had agreed to definitive terms to become Chief Sponsor of Boca, whose matchday shirt has been sponsor-less since July 2022. Local news sources reported that Betsson will pay $7.5m to place its …

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Betsson to appear on the kit of Argentina’s Racing Club

SBC News Betsson to appear on the kit of Argentina's Racing Club

Betsson is set to appear on the kits of Argentinian football team, Racing Club de Avellaneda, for the 2023-24 season.  The operator’s branding will appear on the upper back of both the men’s and women’s teams next season for all local and international matches.  Betsson Group’s CEO, Jesper Svensson, described the partnership as a solid opportunity to ‘further position the …

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Betsson continues LatAm growth as Mexico gaming division launched

SBC News Betsson continues LatAm growth as Mexico gaming division launched

Betsson has launched a localised sports betting and gaming offering in Mexico, as the company seeks to maintain momentum on its Latin American expansion strategy.  Initially commencing operations on a trial basis, the betsson.mx brand will be managed by the company’s Latin American hub based in Bogota, Colombia, which will cooperate with the Malta-based division. The group has set a …

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Betsson supports gender equality in CONMEBOL partnership

SBC News Betsson supports gender equality in CONMEBOL partnership

Betsson has signed a partnership with CONMEBOL to become the exclusive sportsbook partner of the upcoming CONMEBOL Copa América Femenina 2022. A total of 25 matches will be held throughout the women’s tournament between 8-30 July 2022, played in the cities of Cali, Armenia, and Bucaramanga. Betsson Group’s CEO, Jesper Svensson, commented: “The rationale behind sponsoring one of the biggest …

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