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Deyan Dimitrov
AuthorDeyan is an experienced writer, analyst, and seeker of forbidden lore. He has approximate knowledge about many things, which he is always willing to apply when researching and preparing his articles. With a degree in Copy-editing and Proofreading, Deyan is able to ensure that his work writing for GamblingNews is always up to scratch.
Industry
July 26, 2022
Rush Street Interactive Promotes New VP of iGaming
Rush Street Interactive, the company behind popular sportsbooks like BetRivers, RushBet, and PlaySugarHouse, announced that Zachary Salem would become the new VP of iGaming. Salem previously held the position of director of casino and sportsbook experience at Rush Street. The New VP Is an Industry Veteran Salem has worked with the company since November 2019. […]
Industry
July 25, 2022
Media and PR Veteran Steve Hawkes Joins Flutter
Flutter Entertainment, the Dublin-based gambling operator behind brands like Paddy Power and Betfair, appointed media veteran Steve Hawkes as director of reputational/public affairs in the UK and Ireland. Hawkes Previously Worked for PR Giant BCW Global Hawkes announced his new appointment on his LinkedIn profile. He previously worked at Burson Cohn & Wolfe (BCW Global), […]
Industry
July 25, 2022
Keith Gillespie Reflects on His Struggles with Gambling Addiction
Former Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Northern Ireland winger Keith Gillespie recently featured on Sportsound Meets, a podcast by BBC Radio Ulster. The football legend talked about the life choices which shaped his career, his struggles with gambling, and how he got where he is now. It Was a Quick Downwards Spiral Gillespie’s first contact […]
Esports
July 20, 2022
Nevada’s eSports Committee Prepares to Tackle Betting Rules
Nevada’s eSports Technical Advisory Committee announced it would begin formulating its recommendations on eSports gambling next month. The committee was established in 2020 after Nevada lawmakers requested a means to standardize the eSports betting process. The Committee Is Ready to Give Recommendations Monday marked the committee’s second-ever meeting, which lasted nearly three hours. Several data […]
Business
July 20, 2022
FanDuel Announces Two New Senior Management Appointments
Casino, sports betting, and fantasy sports operator FanDuel announced that two of its key members received new appointments due to their continued contributions to the company. Christian Genetski will become FanDuel Group’s new President, while Mike Raffensperger will assume the newly created role of Chief Commercial Officer. Both new executives have extensive experience working for […]
Casino
July 20, 2022
Software Developer BeyondPlay Partners with Big Time Gaming
B2B multiplayer engagement software developer BeyondPlay announced that it had signed a new partnership with slots game creator Big Time Gaming. BeyondPlay will include some of Big Time’s products in its operator-oriented portfolio of multiplayer-enabled games. The Two Companies Have a History of Successful Cooperation BeyondPlay Founder and CEO Karolina Pelc announced the news on […]
Business
July 19, 2022
Entain Enters the World of Media with New Plans
UK-based international sports betting and gambling company Entain launched four online channels featuring horse and greyhound racing. The company owns brands like Sportingbet, Ladbrokes, PartyPoker and bwin. Its newly created media arm also produces documentaries and written content. These efforts are part of the operator’s new goal to become a “fully-fledged media business.” New Productions […]
Industry
July 19, 2022
PointsBet Partners with the NCPG for Gambling Addiction Research
Australia-based sportsbook PointsBet and the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) have announced their partnership for a new initiative. The joint research will examine how online gambling providers deal with problem gambling. More than 700 government, industry, and clinical stakeholders will face simulated situations where they find the best way to deal with a client […]
Esports
July 19, 2022
X1 Esports Acquires Influencer Talent Management Firm
Video game portfolio company X1 Esports & Entertainment announced that it had agreed to acquire Tyrus Talent Services, a digital talent management group for content creators. The acquisition aims to make X1’s products more appealing to the Gen Z demographic and increase overall profits. After the conclusion of the $350,000 deal, X1 will own the […]
Esports
July 18, 2022
Video Game Loot Boxes Remain Legal in the UK
The UK’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) announced that the government would not regulate game loot boxes. The regulator reached this decision despite a recent study linking loot boxes to problem gambling. The DCMS instead recommended that the industry should take measures to self-regulate. The regulator warned that failure to do so […]
