After Sky’s controversial decision to terminate its affiliate programme, it’s unsurprising that the subject of affiliates was discussed in great depth at this year’s Betting on Sports conference. Jesper Soegaard, CEO, Better Collective described Sky Bet’s decision as a ‘big move, that they could have handled better.’ Soegaard added that: “Cooperation between operators and affiliates is something we need to tie …
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More than 120 operators, 75 top level affiliates and 80 suppliers will be joined by some of the biggest sports organisations in Europe at this year’s Betting on Sports conference, held from 12-15 September. Among the 120 operators at #boscon2017 will be the recently merged Paddy Power Betfair, a premium sponsor of the event, and Ladbrokes Coral, which will be …
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A quartet of ‘Super Affiliates’ will be at Betting on Sports 2017 to discuss how the affiliate sector has become a primary gatekeeper for operators seeking new business. The day one ‘Leaders in Betting’ track session at #boscon2017 features four experts in ‘Navigating the new business landscape’, from XL Media CEO Ory Weihs to Better Collective CEO Jesper Soegaard, Clever …
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SBC Events has launched what it believes is the most comprehensive conference agenda the sports betting industry has ever seen for Betting on Sports 2017 (12-15 September). Featuring 42 sessions across Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 September, #boscon2017 will present over 150 experts from both the betting and sporting arenas, spanning three conference rooms at the Olympia Conference Centre in …
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Issuing a market note, London AIM listed industry marketing and player acquisition specialist XLMedia has informed that its two largest shareholders WebPals Entertainment and Partners Limited Partnership have agreed to sell their remaining stakes in its enterprise. The joint disposal will see early stage investor WebPals and Israeli VC fund Partners Limited place 64.2 million of XLMedia shares for sale, …
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Updating the market, London AIM-listed industry marketing specialist XLMedia Plc continues its strategic M&A activity by confirming that it has agreed to acquire mobile marketing platform Clicksmob Inc for $5 million. The ‘all-cash’ deal will see XLMedia purchase Clicksmob assets and IPs outright, as the company seeks to boost its mobile player acquisition services. Issuing a purchase note, XLMedia governance …
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Having completed a strategic corporate review, the board of XLMedia has concluded that the company will continue to operate as independent enterprise, scrapping any plans of selling its business or assets. The governance of the London AIM-listed company stated that it believed that in remaining independent it would best serve its goal of “maximising value for shareholders”. Following a record …
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London AIM listed industry marketing specialist XLMedia Plc has recorded a pre-tax profit of $24.3 million for its full year 2015 performance (period ending 31 December) up 84% on FY 2014’s $13.2 million. XLMedia would record a revenue increase to $89 million up 76% on 2014’s $50.7 million, as the company reported core metric growth on all its channels. Furthermore, …
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Having announced this January that its full-year 2015 performance will outperformed market expectations. XLMedia governance this morning issued a corporate statement detailing that it will undertake a strategic review of its business, considering all options in order to maximise shareholder value. Releasing its short statement, London AIM listed XLMedia Plc noted that it would review all options available, including “acquiring …
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Reporting a strong finish to 2015, London AIM listed online gaming marketing services provider XLMedia Plc lifted its year end guidance, outlining that its core performance metrics would beat market expectations. XLMedia governance detailed that its FY 2015 revenues would reach an estimated $87 million (£60 million). Its strong revenue growth, would be further supported by EBITA earnings of circa …
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