Following the recent announcement that Metric Gaming launched their first UK-facing sportsbook with Betzone, SBC News caught up with Director of Product, Matt Edwards, to discuss how the group’s platform and collaborative approach allowed for the smooth delivery, of a new product that can challenge the racing pecking-order in the UK. SBC News: Your recent Betzone launch in the UK …
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LeoVegas Group has announced that it is launching a second office in the UK. Planning to open in a Grade A building in the centre of Leeds, the move hopes to strengthen the Swedish provider’s presence in the British market whilst aligning with its brands such as BetMGM and LeoVegas. Yorkshire’s largest city is no stranger to the betting industry, …
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As the UK heads towards its showpiece event of the horse racing calendar, Riten Gohil, Digital ID, Fraud & AML Orchestration Expert at Signicat, writes for SBC News to explain why ensuring speed, resilience and accuracy will lead to ultimate success at the 2025 UK Grand National. Fascinating insights from Last year’s Grand National demonstrated the power of RiskFlow Orchestration …
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The Government has “absolutely no plans” to ban greyhound racing in the rest of the UK despite Wales’ intentions to do so. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy told MPs she appreciates the “joy” the sport brings as well as its economic contribution. In regards to the Welsh government’s decision, which was announced earlier this month, Deputy First Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, said: …
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Prepaid cards, such as Paysafecard, are a longstanding option in the UK online betting market. They offer players a secure and controlled way to manage their deposits. However, with restrictions on withdrawal capabilities and low deposit limits, many operators wonder why Paysafecard continues to be a popular choice. In this interview, Christoffer Ødegården, Head of Marketing at UK affiliate Bojoko.com, …
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Digitain is thrilled to announce that it has successfully obtained the UK gambling licence. This significant milestone not only strengthens Digitain’s operations but also broadens its reach across continental Europe, further solidifying its position within the igaming industry. By meeting the UK’s stringent regulatory standards and receiving a licence from the UK Gambling Commission, Digitain demonstrates its dedication to responsible gaming …
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SIS (Sports Information Services) and Premier Greyhound Racing (PGR) are offering a revised race time schedule from 20 May. The supplier has said that the new schedule is designed to protect the long-term future of UK greyhound racing. Morning fixtures will start slightly later, moving from 10.47am to 11.01am and 10.54am to 11.09am. Additionally, the deal with PGR – a …
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Star Sports has announced that it is sponsoring racehorse trainer Brian Toomey for the 2024 flat season. The British bookmaker praised the ex-jockey for the amount of high-profile owners in his portfolio which include: Amo Racing, Clipper Logistics, Jimmy Fyffe and Jeff Smith. Harry Redknapp provided him with his first winner when Wake Up Harry won at Kempton on 20 …
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ProgressPlay has integrated UK and Irish horse-racing into its sportsbook content portfolio. With its data-driven UI/UX technology, the provider will demonstrate a ‘slick design and easy-to-use navigation’ to provide innovative horse-racing products for ProgressPlay operators and other partners. Marina Nahhas, ProgressPlay Sales and Marketing Manager, said: “Horses present a fantastic acquisition tool for any partners operating in the UK and …
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Sky Sports will show the Indian Premier League (IPL) for cricket fans in the UK and Ireland for the next four years. The broadcaster agreed a deal with the league to showcase the sport’s largest competition whilst renewing a deal to retain broadcasting rights to the Women’s Premier League (WPL). The IPL and WPL will be exclusively broadcasted on Sky …
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