Legal
May 11, 2022
Paddy Power Manager Lost Job for Giving Betting Credits
Emma Phillips, a former Paddy Power manager, was fired in 2020 for allowing bettors to play on credit. She appealed the decision but the court ruled that she was in the wrong. Phillips Did What She Saw Other Companies Do Philips appealed to Ireland’s Workplace Relations Commission. In her opinion, she did nothing wrong and […]
Sports
May 10, 2022
Bellator 281: MVP vs. Storley Odds, Time, and Prediction
Bellator 281: MVP vs. Storley a.k.a. Bellator London is on the program on Friday, May 13. The headliner is the most exciting bout of the event as it pits Logan Storley against Michael “Venom” Page in a battle for the interim Bellator Welterweight World Championship. If you would like to bet on this fight, you’re […]
Legal
May 10, 2022
Ex-Camelot CEO Says Legal Dispute Could Cost UKGC $1.2B
The looming court battle between the UK Gambling Commission and Camelot over the fourth UK National Lottery selection bid will surely have its repercussions. The immediate fears are that the Gambling Commission would need to tap into good causes money in order to fend off the court challenge issued by the outgoing lottery operator, that […]
Sports
May 10, 2022
Southampton FC Picks Winner of Bitcoin Hunt
The Sportsbet.io Bitcoin Hunt celebrating the partnership with Southampton FC has come to an end with a lucky winner announced. The contest took three rounds to complete and participants were urged to discover QR codes hidden – often in plain sight – across the city of Southampton. Sportsbet.io and Southampton Wrap up Bitcoin Hunt Fans […]
Industry
May 9, 2022
Entain’s Received the Highest GamCare Accreditation
Entain’s efforts to ensure a fun and safe gambling experience for its bettors received recognition as GamCare awarded the operator with its Advanced Safer Gambling Standard. Entain Recognized for Its Efforts GamCare is an independent UK charity that provides information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling. As such, it is responsible for […]
Industry
May 9, 2022
UK Gambling Companies Lobby with Lawmakers to Sway Upcoming Regulation
While the review of the Gambling Act in the UK is ongoing, a new report reveals that major gambling industry players lobbied Treasury officials. The report claims the industry warned that tough restrictions may increase the share of the black market. Treasury Officials Met with Gambling Operators, Claims Report Launched in December 2020, the review […]
Sports
May 9, 2022
Consortium Led by Boehly Will Acquire Chelsea FC for $5.2B
Chelsea FC, one of the most famous names in English soccer, will soon change owners. The club has agreed to a deal that will see it purchased by a consortium of major investors. Chelsea FC to Change Owners The consortium is led by Todd Boehly, an influential US billionaire who is known as one of […]
Industry
May 9, 2022
GambleAware Reiterates Call for Mandatory levy on GGY
GambleAware is confident that more needs to be done in terms of contributions to help the organization address problem gambling. As the issue proves particularly sensitive in light of a looming regulatory review of the industry, the not-for-profit calls for more contributions as it reports an estimated £34.7 million ($42.9 million) received by industry stakeholders […]
Sports
May 5, 2022
888sport Extended UK & Ireland NFL Betting Partnership
888sport, the sports betting arm of global online gaming group 888 Holdings, announced an extension of its deal with the NFL would allow the brand to continue as the league’s official sports betting partner in Ireland and the UK until 2025. Building on the Successful Partnership The new sponsorship arrangement between the NFL and the […]
Industry
May 5, 2022
UK National Lottery Contributed 11% Less to Good Causes in Q4, 2021
Britain’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced the National Lottery Good Causes figures for the last quarter of the previous fiscal year (January-March 2022). It turns out the funding for good causes and charities continues to decline. The Money Donated by the Lottery Declined The commission said that the money raised by the National Lottery sits […]
