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Velimir Velichkov
Co-editorWilliam Velichkov is a research-driven writer. His strengths lie in ensuring factual accuracy, vetting government documentation and reaching out to regulators and other officials. He is particularly fond of financial reporting, the sports betting industry, B2B partnerships and esports betting developments. William is a strong asset to the GamblingNews team as he adds a bedrock to our reporting.
Business
November 23, 2022
PENN Entertainment’s Barstool Sportsbook Goes Live in Maryland
November 23 marks the launch of the mobile betting market in Maryland. Just in time for the launch of the market, PENN Entertainment announced that its online sports betting product, Barstool Sportsbook launched for customers in the state. Barstool Sportsbook Introduces Exclusive Promotions The new launch further expands Barstool Sportsbook’s reach and delivers exclusive promotions […]
Business
November 23, 2022
Pragmatic Play Inks Agreement with LiveScore Bet
The leading provider of content for the iGaming industry, Pragmatic Play, expanded its European presence via a new collaboration. The company announced Wednesday it expanded its presence in the regulated market in the Netherlands under the terms of a new agreement with LiveScore Bet, the leading sports betting application. LiveScore Bet Expands Offering with Pragmatic […]
Business
November 22, 2022
Sports Betting Handle in Louisiana Sets New Record in October
October was a strong month for regulated sports betting operators in Louisiana, judging by details released by the gambling regulator in the state. Last month marked the highest betting handle since the launch of mobile sports betting in the state. Sports Betting Handle Hits $219M in October The gambling regulator in Louisiana, the Louisiana Gaming […]
Business
November 22, 2022
TonyBet Continues European Expansion via Netherlands License
International online sports betting operator, TonyBet, became the latest company to receive a license for the regulated online gambling market in the Netherlands. TonyBet Secures Dutch License The entry of the leading brand into the market comes after it secured a license from the Dutch gambling regulator, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). The regulator revealed that TonyBet […]
Sports
November 22, 2022
ZEturf Group Becomes the Newest Member of IBIA
The online sports betting and horse racing brand, ZEturf Group, announced Tuesday a new collaboration with the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). Under the terms of the latest collaboration, ZEturf Group became IBIA’s newest member. IBIA Expands Partners’ List Adding ZEturf Group As an IBIA member, ZEturf Group will tap into its global betting integrity […]
Business
November 22, 2022
Future Anthem Names Emma Ferguson Head of People
Future Anthem, a company that offers an all-in-one product and leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to personalize the player experience, announced a senior-level appointment Tuesday. The company revealed it hired the services of Emma Ferguson, a veteran in the industry with nearly two decades of experience in recruitment. Emma Ferguson Joins Future Anthem Ferguson joins Future […]
Business
November 21, 2022
FCA Raises Concerns over Trading Apps with Gambling-like Features
First, it was the hype around crypto and then NFTs. Along with those, the popularity of trading mobile apps increased as well. While some consumers are after a long-term investment and show interest in financial markets, others may treat trading apps just like gambling. Trading Applications Offering Game-like Features The financial industry regulator in the […]
Business
November 21, 2022
Stanleybet Expands European Presence via License in Andalusia
The leading gaming industry operator in Europe, Stanleybet Group, continues its European expansion after securing another license. The company said Monday it secured a retail license in Andalusia, Spain. Stanleybet Continues European Expansion Thanks to the new license, Stanleybet further expands its European footprint. Moreover, the license complements the company’s expansion in the country as […]
Business
November 21, 2022
Swintt Expands Content Reach via Partnership with Pariplay
The iGaming software provider, Swintt, announced a new partnership with the leading aggregator for the online gambling industry, Pariplay. Pariplay Joins Forces with Swintt Details of the new deal announced Monday will see Swintt’s leading content portfolio become available for Pariplay’s leading aggregation platform, Fusion. Thanks to the latest deal, the leading iGaming developer’s Premium […]
Casino
November 18, 2022
Evolution Expands in New Jersey Launching Second Live Studio
The leading online gambling industry solutions provider, Evolution, expanded its US reach earlier this week. The company announced Thursday it launched its second live casino studio in New Jersey. Second Live Casino Studio from Evolution Launches in New Jersey The Garden State is a key US gambling market. Back in August 2018, Evolution opened its […]
