DAZN has announced that the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) is bringing its live streaming service, Courtside 1891, to the platform. Increasing the visibility of FIBA World Cup and Qualifier games, DAZN will partner with FIBA and Two Circles to bring Courtside 1891 as a standalone offering on its platform. In addition to FIBA World Cup and Qualifier games being accessible …
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DAZN app to go live with Sky UK in 2024
DAZN has announced that its app will officially go live on Sky UK’s platform in 2024. Sitting alongside other streaming services such as Amazon Prime Video and Disney+, the streaming service has made it ‘even easier’ for UK and Ireland subscribers to access various sports content. Shay Segev, DAZN Group CEO, commented: “This is excellent news for both DAZN and …
Read More »Entain investors told that MGM has eyes only on BetMGM
US casino giant MGM Resorts will not be making a bid for the whole of Entain as the pressure from activist investors on the UK group’s CEO Jette Nygaard-Andersen shows few signs of easing following last week’s Financial Times reports of shareholders moving against her. According to sources close to the group, the US casino giant is “not interested” in bidding …
Read More »DAZN Bet gains GGL licence as European momentum continues
DAZN Bet has been given a licence from the Gluecksspiel (GGL) to offer its sports betting services in Germany. The operator is now joining a growing number of betting companies on the country’s white list, such as Jackpot50, Tipico and 888, which have also been cleared to roll out their product offers. DAZN Bet informed SBC Media: “As already announced …
Read More »FS Gaming reduces stake in 888 as deal with Shay Segev called off
An agreement between FS Gaming Investments and Shay Segev which saw the DAZN Group CEO transfer voting rights to his shares in 888 Holdings to the firm has been cancelled. Subsequently, FS’ control of its shares in 888 now stands at 4.5% – the firm’s total shareholding in 888 amounts to 6.5%, with the stake having only been acquired in …
Read More »DAZN enhances investment in the women’s game by acquiring ata football
DAZN Group has completed the acquisition of American streaming platform, ata football. The deal sees the sports entertainment platform continue to highlight its commitment to, and investment in, women’s football. DAZN has stated that it wants to maximise its status as the ‘home of women’s football’. Shay Segev, DAZN Group CEO, commented: “DAZN and ata football share the same view …
Read More »GVC duo returns to boost 888’s value and prospects
Kenneth Alexander and Lee Feldman, the former leadership duo of GVC Holdings have launched investment vehicle FS Gaming, acquiring a 6.5% stake in embattled 888 Holdings FS Gaming is reported to be comprised of seasoned igaming investors who believe that 888’s is ‘significantly undervalued’ and will help the LSE gambling group overcome its hurdles since acquiring William Hill’s UK and …
Read More »DAZN moves to show ‘under-exposed’ EFL and end 3pm blackout
DAZN is looking to buy the rights to show every EFL game, reports are suggesting, in a bid to remove the UK’s 3pm blackout. With a large number of matches available, the rights offering has been split up into more than 20 packages including all three EFL divisions, the play-offs, the EFL Cup and the EFL Trophy. The company is …
Read More »DAZN puts boxing & MMA at forefront of Sky channel debut
DAZN will expand its UK coverage by hosting its new ‘DAZN 1HD’ programme available on Sky’s digital platform (Channel 429). The move comes ahead of a significant period for the group, with it preparing to host the return of Anthony Joshua. DAZN Group CEO Shay Segev said: “Getting DAZN widely distributed is a priority for us as it delivers our great and …
Read More »ELEVEN Co-Founder Marc Watson joins DAZN as CCO
DAZN has announced the appointment of Marc Watson as the group’s new Chief Commercial Officer. The hiring follows the sports media company’s completion of the acquisition of ELEVEN Group businesses and social media creative agency Team Whistle last week, as it seeked to enhance its European football portfolio and in turn broaden its footprint in sports broadcasting. Watson is set …
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