Business
December 10, 2021
FuboTV Teams up with PFL Challenger Series for Interactive Sports and Gambling
FuboTV is upping the ante of its coverage in the new year with the PFL Challenger Series available on the platform starting on February 18, 2022, through April. The MMA promotion will run on both the digital platform and also be available as part of the Fubo Sports Network, the company’s linear network. Dropping a […]
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December 10, 2021
Suncity Group Financial Situation Worsens as Trading Halted Again
Due to concerns about a possible default on a loan, both Hong Kong’s Suncity Group Holdings and Summit Ascent Holdings, a majority-owned subsidiary, were placed under a trading halt. The suspension came as the two companies announced the pending release of information that could hinder its future. Suncity Struggles to Find Solid Ground Trading in […]
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December 9, 2021
Okada Manila IR Operator Changed Name Ahead of NASDAQ Listing
The global trend of rebranding did not pass by integrated casino resort operators after Okada Manila International, Inc., owner of the largest integrated resort in the Philippines. Okada Manila, announced today a corporate name change to “UE Resorts International, Inc.” New Chapter, New Name The new business entity UE Resorts International will continue on the […]
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December 9, 2021
Flutter Extends OpenBet Partnership for Sportsbet in Australia
Flutter Entertainment has confirmed that it would continue to work with OpenBet to maintain and scale up operations in Australia through the former’s Sportsbet brand. The new partnership extends through the end of 2025 and enjoys support from both companies. As a result, Sportsbet will continue to use OpenBet’s industry-leading tech and services that guarantee […]
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December 9, 2021
IGT and Sightline Take Their Payments Partnership to a New Level
Gaming supplier IGT will expand its partnership with Sightline Payments in order to add its mobile loyalty platform, Joingo, as part of its customer experience. The addition follows an announcement from October that saw the two include Play+ as a funding option for IGT’s land-based cashless gambling options. Sightline Continues Expansion Sightline provides cashless gaming […]
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December 9, 2021
Vietnamese Online Gaming Brand Looks to Raise Cash, Launch US IPO
VNG Corp., a rapidly-growing Vietnamese online casino operator, seeks to raise as much as $300 million in investments. It is also reportedly eyeing a public launch of its shares on a US stock exchange. VNG Finds Rapid Growth Recently, reports surfaced that VNG is seeking to raise $200m to $300 million from GIC Pte., Singapore’s […]
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December 9, 2021
The NGCB Contacts Penn National Over Dave Portnoy’s Antics
The Barstool Sports sportsbook does not have Nevada licensing. But, that isn’t stopping the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) from scrutinizing the company. According to CDC Gaming Reports, it has asked Penn National Gaming, its partner casino, about recent events involving founder Dave Portnoy, who has been accused of misconduct and sexual harassment. Barstool Under […]
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December 8, 2021
PointsBet Appoints Liam Roecklein as SVP of Content
Premier global online gaming brand PointsBet announced a new addition to its executive team with the appointment of Liam Roecklein as Senior Vice President of Content. Leverage Partnerships for Content Creation As SVP of Content, former SVP, and general manager at Cheddar News Roecklein will oversee the overall content strategy across digital, social and traditional […]
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December 8, 2021
Sazka Changes Name to Allwyn to Better Reflect Its International Expansion
The Czech national lottery games, instant lotteries, and online lotteries provider Sazka Entertainment has changed its name to Allwyn. The rebranding will take immediate effect, affecting the company’s logo and advertisement materials across the board. Sazka Rebrands to Allwyn The rebranding was suggested back in April when Sazka Entertainment created Allwyn as a subsidiary in […]
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December 8, 2021
Wynn Resorts Secures Top CFO Talent from Aristocrat
Wynn Resorts Ltd. has announced the appointment of Julie Cameron-Doe as its new chief financial officer. Cameron-Doe will step into her new position in the second quarter of 2022 as she is currently winding down from her responsibilities as CFO at Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. She is a long-standing industry veteran whose experience spans numerous companies. […]