Industry
April 21, 2021
IGT: Beatrice Bassey Will Not Stand for Re-Election
A member of the Board of Directors at International Game Technology (IGT) announced intentions not to stand for re-election ahead of the upcoming annual general meeting (AGM) of the shareholders, the company announced in a press release today. Other Professional Commitments Beatrice Bassey, who also serves on the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee within the […]
Industry
April 20, 2021
BetMGM Integrates GameSense to Improve Responsible Gaming
BetMGM announced in a press release today its online betting and iGaming platform will see the integration of GameSense, a responsible gaming program developed by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), to become the first online gaming firm in the US to utilize the program. Education and Informed Decisions Deployed since 2017 across US properties […]
Industry
April 20, 2021
Seminole Hard Rock Receives US Best Managed Company Award
Seminole Hard Rock has become the first privately owned gaming company to receive the US Best Managed Company award. Seminole Hard Rock Stands Out Despite Covid-19 The 2021 US Best Managed Company prize has been awarded to casino operator Seminole Hard Rock. This is the first time a privately owned gaming organization wins this recognition. […]
Industry
April 20, 2021
AGA Urges Importance of Tackling Illegal Gambling Machines
Illegal gambling machines continue to proliferate in the United States despite more efforts going into regulating the gambling industry, AGA cautions. Gambling Machines without License Pose a Threat The American Gaming Association (AGA) has released a new report looking into the threat of illegal and unregulated gambling machines that have continued to proliferate across the United States […]
Industry
April 19, 2021
Cnattingius Boosts EveryMatrix’ Latin America Expansion
Supplier of technology for online gaming EveryMatrix announced today it appointed Staffan Cnattingius as the new Director of Business Development for Latin America, to oversee expansion in the LATAM region. “I’m delighted to be joining EveryMatrix during such an exciting phase of growth in regions I know so well.” Staffan Cnattingius, Director, Business Development, Latin […]
Industry
April 19, 2021
Deirdre Bigley Joins Sportradar’s Global Board of Directors
Deirdre Bigley, the Chief Marketing Officer of the world’s primary distributor of financial data Bloomberg, was appointed to the Board of Directors at Sportradar Holdings AG effective immediately, the sports data and entertainment products provider announced in a media release today. “We’re thrilled that Deirdre is joining our Global Board of Directors as we draw […]
Industry
April 16, 2021
Scientific Games Appoints in 2022 Victor Blanco as CTO
Supplier of gaming technology Scientific Games continues to add new faces to its ranks, a company announcement revealed today, stating that Victor Blanco would be joining as Chief Technology Officer in 2022. Technology Strategy in Focus New CTO Blanco would be tasked with oversight of the company’s technology strategy to support continuous efforts to maintain […]
Industry
April 16, 2021
Report Suggests Gambling Ads Should Not Target Young People
A new report on sports betting in the US delivered strong recommendations for sportsbook operators not to advertise their products to vulnerable people, and for media outlets to distinguish between licensed and illegal gambling websites. “The Marketing Moment: Sports, Wagering and Advertising in the United States” report released by the International Gaming Institute at the […]
Industry
April 15, 2021
888 Holdings Establishes New ESG Committee of the Board
888 Holdings, a leading online sports betting and iGaming group announced today a new initiative on Board level – the establishment of a new Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Committee of the Board with immediate effect. Commitment to Safer Gambling, Climate Change, Diversity and Inclusion The new ESG Committee will be chaired by the group’s […]
Industry
April 15, 2021
Las Vegas Sands Launches Campaign in Texas, Supports Gambling Expansion
Las Vegas Sands, the world leader in developing and operating Integrated Resorts, launched a new campaign in Texas today. The campaign supports the proposal for gambling expansion in the state and includes both radio and TV ads. Las Vegas Sands Supports Gambling Expansion with New Campaign in Texas World leader in developing and operating Integrated […]