Author: Olivia Cole

The UK-based gaming and betting software developer BetConstruct revealed in an official press release that it has inked a deal with the Spanish operator iJuego.es. The latter is owned and subjected to Comar Inversiones’ management. The Commercial Director of BetConstruct George Voyatzis commented on the newly-signed agreement with the Spanish-based gaming and betting operator, saying that the brand operated by the other party is among the most exciting ones on the territory of Spain, not to mention that their owners from Group Comar had been known for their ambitious expansion…

The Australian division of the UK-based gambling and betting operator Ladbrokes Plc has revealed in an official press release on the company’s website that Mr. Paul Cherry, who currently occupies the position of a Chief Operating Officer (CFO) of the division is to take over the Chief Executive Officer’s role after the to-date CEO Dean Shannon leaves the company. Mr. Shannon is set to step down from the CEO post in February next year. The British gambling and betting operator’s Chief Executive Officer Jim Mullen commented on the new appointment,…

Today, the online gambling and entertainment company Sportech Plc announced in a press release published on its website that it has entered into exclusive talks with Burlywood Capital LLP. The agreement is related to the proposed sale of the Football Pools and involves an overall cash consideration estimated to £97.25 million. Currently, Sportech owns the oldest football gaming company on a global scale. On the other hand, the management team of Burlywood Capital has proposed for a new AIM company to be listed in order for the acquisition of The…

The American gaming provider International Game Technology (IGT) and the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) revealed the official release of IGT’s Powerbucks game on the territory of Canada. Powerbucks is the first omni-channel jackpot game with a progressive prize pool in North America. The Vice President of IGT Canada David Flinn commented on the latest release, saying that it was a real pleasure for the American gaming company to work in collaboration with BCLC on the Canada release of Powerbucks. According to Mr. Flinn, the game is not only an…

Gala Coral has officially revealed its plans to release a new multi-channel advertising campaign. The campaign is to be active for a period of three months and will come as part of the UK-based casino, betting shop and bingo operator’s strategy to boost the coverage of its newly-released gaming application, called “Coral Vegas”. In addition, the special advertising campaign has been developed by the creative agency Cravens located in Newcastle in collaboration with Moving Picture Company (MPC). The advertising campaign is set to be launched tonight. Commenting on the company’s…

Today, the UK-headquartered casino and gambling company Game Account Network (GAN) revealed that it has extended its already existing contract with one of the US major casino operators. The seven-year deal has set both Europe and other International regulated gaming markets except for the US as targets. Commenting of the newly-signed agreement, the Chief Executive Officer of GAN Dermot Smurfit shared that the regulated market of New Jersey took well the high-quality product offerings provided by the company. He revealed that the casino products’ performance was pretty strong in the…

The UK-based professional online betting exchange Smarkets has posted its 2015 annual report for the period that ended on December 31st. The company was established by Jason Trost, who worked with a team of professional teams consistent of software engineers and financial executives. The British betting exchange has managed to become one of the leading start-ups in the industry. It has received support from two of the major venture capital funds on the territory of Europe – T-Venture and Passion Capital. According to the report posted by the company, Smarkets’…

UK-based software provider Realistic Games has announced that it has reached an agreement with the Swedish company Betsson AB. Under the terms of the deal, the British company is to supply its games portfolio to Betsson. The Chief Executive Officer of Realistic Games Andy Harris commented on the deal, saying that the company considered Betsson as one of the largest and most innovative web-based casino operators. He shared that everyone at the UK-based company were happy by the content supply deal. According to Mr. Harris, the latest deal of the…

London-based daily fantasy sports brand Sportito entered the UK gaming market after being granted with a license from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). The operator, which was officially launched in August, is also focused on gaining operating license not only in the UK, but on other European markets as well. For instance, it is currently negotiating with the competent authorities in Italy and some countries that would allow it to operate on their territory through a licence gained in Malta. The company’s website provide British players with a great variety…

The sports division of Playtech – Playtech Sports – made an official announcement on the company’s website, revealing a number of key appointments in its management structure. There are three new additions to the division’s senior management structure which happen right ahead of several extensive Playtech ONE projects and recent takeover deals, including the one of BGT in July 2016. The Chief Executive Officer of Playtech Mor Weizer commented on the latest management appointments came as part of the division’s strategy to finally create an excellent gaming experience for the…