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Business
February 21, 2023
Galaxy Entertainment Group Appointed Ted Chan as CFO
One of Macau’s casino concessionaires, Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG), announced a major change in its executive team with the departure of Robert Drake whose role as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be assumed by Ted Chan. Extensive Financial and Operational Experience The appointment of Chan as Galaxy Entertainment’s new CFO will take place after a […]
Industry
February 20, 2023
Entain Board down Two Members as Non-executive Directors Resign
The two non-executive directors’ resignations are effective on 17 February 2023. Gregory and Jarman joined the operator in 2021, and both are highly-skilled professionals with years of relevant experience. They departed from Entain on a high note, as the company announced impressive growth during its 2022 financial report. Their time with the operator should add […]
Business
February 20, 2023
Midnite Appoints Ex-Sky Bet Veteran as Senior Product Designer
Bamber is stepping in as the company’s new senior product designer and he comes from a similar position previously held with Sky Betting & Gaming. He used to be a product designer with the Flutter Entertainment-owned brand and will now assist further as Midnite continues to build a betting site that is focused on its […]
Business
February 20, 2023
PartnerMatrix Names Vahe Khalatyan Chief Executive Officer
On Monday, the company revealed it selected Vahe Khalatyan as its new CEO. Khalatyan previously served as a chief technical officer with PartnerMatrix. Overall, he was a part of the company for nearly a decade and EveryMatrix identified him as “a key asset and leader.” Leveraging his strategic knowledge, Khalatyan will navigate PartnerMatrix on its […]
Industry
February 17, 2023
Colorado Regulator Head Dan Hartman Retires after a Successful Tenure
Hartman was in charge of the regulator when the Centennial State officially introduced legal sports betting in May 2020. His tenure was notable for a level-headed and pragmatic approach, focusing on dialogue with operators and responsible gaming initiatives. Hartman was generally content with the organization’s accomplishments, noting it had more or less mastered the fundamentals. […]
Blockchain
February 17, 2023
Charlie Munger Slams Crypto, Calls it “Stupid Gambling”
Cryptocurrency is a modern phenomenon that has captured the hearts of many people within the gambling industry and beyond. However, recent events have disheartened many crypto enthusiasts and now not everyone is convinced of the potential of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Billionaire Charlie Munger for one definitely isn’t. Munger Says Crypto Is “Worthless Shit” During […]
Lottery
February 17, 2023
Intralot Appointed Deputy CEO Nikolakopoulos as CEO
Gaming and lottery technology provider Intralot SA announced that the Chairman of the Board of its US subsidiary, Intralot, Inc., Nikolaos Nikolakopoulos, stepped down from the board to assume the role of Chief Executive Officer of the company. Stepping down to CEO The appointment of Nikolakopoulos as CEO of Intralot, Inc. will commence as soon […]
Sports
February 16, 2023
Calvin Ridley Applies for Reinstatement, Hopes to Return to the NFL
Calvin Ridley, an American football wide receiver, was suspended from the NFL for wagering on sports. The reformed player acknowledged his mistake and will now try to return to competing. Ridley Wagered on Sports Ridley was suspended after placing several mobile wagers in November 2021. It is known that Ridley placed around 10 bets and […]
Business
February 14, 2023
Senet Hires Regulatory and Wagering Expert Bree Ryan
On Tuesday, the firm revealed it hired the services of wagering specialist Bree Ryan. Joining Senet, Ryan became a part of the firm’s associates team. Before joining Senet, Ryan was a part of Tabcorp. During her tenure with the company, she held the position of deputy general counsel of wagering and media. Moreover, Ryan’s professional […]
Casino
February 14, 2023
PlayAGS Brings Robert Ziems as Chief Legal Officer
Robert Ziems, who is a long-term veteran, is stepping into the position of chief legal officer with immediate effect and will leverage his extensive industry knowledge and expertise. He has more than 24 years of experience as part of some of the biggest companies in the sector, and will now help AGS pivot its legal […]