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Business
February 13, 2023
Bally’s Corporation Says Robeson Reeves to Replace Lee Fenton as CEO
The global casino-entertainment company with a constantly growing offering of sports betting and iGaming products has announced its current chief executive officer Lee Fenton will be replaced by its interactive department president – Reeves. Fenton Will Also Leave Bally’s Board of Directors The decision will come into effect starting March 31, 2023. Besides stepping down […]
Industry
February 10, 2023
Safer Gambling Will Define the Gambling Landscape in the UK
Gambling in the UK most likely has “settled into a new normal” according to Gambling Commission’s chief executive officer Andrew Rhodes who delivered a keynote speech at ICE London 2023. Every Player Matters Speaking in the Consumer Protection Zone of ICE London, Rhodes outlined the near-term perspectives of the gambling market in the UK within […]
Business
February 9, 2023
Tekkorp Capital Adds Mark McMillan as Advisory Team Partner
Before joining Tekkorp, McMillan accumulated more than two decades of experience within the finance vertical. Moreover, he is a seasoned veteran and a proven leader after helping with the development of different corporate strategies that delivered growth for globally recognized companies. Before joining Tekkorp, McMillan was a part of William Hill US where he served […]
Business
February 9, 2023
Catena Media Confirms CFO Peter Messner Plans to Step Down
Details about the latest announcement emerged Wednesday and according to Catena Media, Messner is expected to leave from his current position within the next six months. In the meantime, the company confirmed it has already started the process of recruiting a new chief financial officer. Michael Daly, Catena’s CEO, explained that amid the growing presence […]
Industry
February 8, 2023
Erwin van Lambaart to Chair ECA Following Jaldung’s Exit
The European Casino Association (ECA) made an important announcement during its General Assembly at ICE London 2023. The organization shared that Per Jaldung will be stepping down as chairman after eight years in the position. He will be succeeded by Erwin van Lambaart who is a media, entertainment and hospitality veteran. The Former ECA Chair […]
Industry
February 8, 2023
Mattress Mack Has Concerns about Texas’ Sports Betting Bid
Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale is something of a legend in sports betting. The owner of the Texan Gallery Furniture retail chain is known for his fervent love for professional sports, his generosity toward his clients and his ludicrous sports wagers. One might think such a person would be one of the first to support the […]
Business
February 7, 2023
Digitain Names Iain Hutchison Chief Revenue Officer
Announced Tuesday, the new collaboration will see Hutchison spearhead the company’s revenue growth strategy. Having an industry expert as a chief revenue officer, Digitain is planning to further expand its global presence and footprint within the fast-growing iGaming sector. Hutchison brings more than two decades of experience after being part of leading digital marketing, sports-betting […]
Lottery
February 6, 2023
ZEAL Co-Founder Peters Replaced with Chan on Supervisory Board
Provider of online lottery products to German state and charity lotteries ZEAL Network announced today changes to its Supervisory Board, adding Kenneth Chan to replace Marc Peters. Appointment on an Interim Basis According to the official announcement, the Hamburg Local Court has appointed Chan as a new member of the Supervisory Board at ZEAL at […]
Lottery
February 6, 2023
Camelot’s Acquisition Completion Ensued Board and Team Changes
UK’s National Lottery operator, Camelot UK Lotteries Limited, announced this weekend the end of its ongoing acquisition by the winner of the fourth National Lottery license in the country, Allwyn Group. Transaction Completed The completion of the transaction with Allwyn brought together two leading lottery operators ahead of the start of the next National Lottery […]
Business
February 6, 2023
Octoplay Brings Ralitsa Georgieva as Director of Business Development
Ralitsa Georgieva will be stepping in as Director of Business for the up-and-coming Octoplay, which is rapidly looking to expand its geographical reach and deliver new products tailored to appeal to a broad audience. Trusted Industry Veteran to Help Octoplay Grow Georgieva is a seasoned industry veteran, having worked as head of commercials at Bombay […]