Sports
July 26, 2022
The Big Step Asks Premier League to Ban Gambling Ads
The Big Step, a campaign fighting to put a stop to all advertising and sponsorship in soccer coming from gambling, has published an open letter on its website authored by 100 people, which are victims of gambling harm, urging the 20 Premier League soccer clubs to support a shareholder’s vote on a ban on gambling […]
Industry
July 25, 2022
Media and PR Veteran Steve Hawkes Joins Flutter
Flutter Entertainment, the Dublin-based gambling operator behind brands like Paddy Power and Betfair, appointed media veteran Steve Hawkes as director of reputational/public affairs in the UK and Ireland. Hawkes Previously Worked for PR Giant BCW Global Hawkes announced his new appointment on his LinkedIn profile. He previously worked at Burson Cohn & Wolfe (BCW Global), […]
Industry
July 25, 2022
Betfred to Keep Title Sponsorship of the World Matchplay
Betfred has moved to extend its sponsorship agreement for the Betfred World Matchplay throughout 2025 by signing a three-year extension to its partnership with the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC). Gaining Popularity via the Event The extension of the sponsorship agreement between Betfred and the PDC was announced ahead of the last match of the nine-day […]
Sports
July 25, 2022
Fulham FC Confirmed New Shirt Sponsorship Deal with W88
Fulham FC of the English Premier League (EPL) officially confirmed today its new shirt and main sponsor, W88, for the 2022/23 season, as the Asian betting firm’s logo is set to replace World Mobile’s on both men’s and women’s shirts. Global Brand Exposure The record sponsorship for the newcomer to the top flight echelon of […]
Industry
July 25, 2022
Keith Gillespie Reflects on His Struggles with Gambling Addiction
Former Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Northern Ireland winger Keith Gillespie recently featured on Sportsound Meets, a podcast by BBC Radio Ulster. The football legend talked about the life choices which shaped his career, his struggles with gambling, and how he got where he is now. It Was a Quick Downwards Spiral Gillespie’s first contact […]
Industry
July 25, 2022
SBK Takes on Competition, Launches New Advertisement Campaign
The leading betting exchange, Smarkets, announced a new advertising campaign for its SBK sportsbook. The campaign was launched under the slogan “The ad we weren’t allowed to make. But we made it anyway.” Although it was banned from TV, the sportsbook went ahead to launch the ad via its website. SBK Unveils “The Ad We […]
Sports
July 25, 2022
Racing League Once Again Picks William Hill as Partner
The Racing League has named William Hill as its official betting partner for the upcoming 2022 season. The news comes ahead of the Racing League’s start on August 4. William Hill to Support the Racing League’s 2022 Edition This year’s Racing League season will see teams from seven regions of Great Britain and Ireland competing […]
Legal
July 25, 2022
GambleAware Responds to UK Government Over Loot Boxes Usage
GambleAware, a reputable UK organization that helps players with gambling problems, has published a statement in which it responds to the government of the country over the use of loot boxes in video games. In the statement, GambleAware says that it hopes that the new government will consider legislative action on their use, especially when […]
Legal
July 25, 2022
Principal Addicted to Gambling Receives a Teaching Job After Scandal
Recovering gambling addict Malachy McNulty has received a teaching job after the former principal embezzled €100,000 ($102,000) from a special needs school, The Irish Sun on Sunday reported. McNulty struggled with severe gambling addiction which sent him into reckless patterns, resulting in theft from the school he was at the time a principal of. Recovering […]
Industry
July 22, 2022
UKGC Advised Licensees to Better Handle Complaints
The Gambling Commission in the UK issued advice to licensees to remind them of existing rules and guidance, as well as give them tips on how to handle customer complaints. Review Identified Areas for Improvements The Gambling Commission acted on the findings of its review of complaints policies which showed areas where incumbents can improve […]
