Mats Wilander is a multiple Grand Slam winner, former world number one, and one of only two players (along with Rafael Nadal) to have won at least two Grand Slams on all three surfaces. Now retired, the Swede has become the new brand ambassador for online gaming platform Pinnacle. We caught up with him to find out what he intends …
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iGB Affiliate releases LAC 2018 schedule
iGB Affiliate, the leading information provider for the iGaming affiliate industry, has announced the networking schedule for the forthcoming London Affiliate Conference (LAC). Delegates will be provided with an action-packed schedule giving them an opportunity to network with colleagues in the trendy east side of London. Among the highlights are the official opening party at Trade Union, an official UPAYCARD networking …
Read More »BETR coins to be made available for use at World Cup
Peer-to-peer sports betting system BetterBetting is looking excitedly towards this summer’s Russia World Cup, with the firm’s gambling-focused cryptocurrency BETR being made available for use during the tournament. For the first time in history, a digital token (BETR) will be available for the world’s biggest sporting event, and will provide peer-to-peer betting with no central party alongside a robust escrow …
Read More »Arsenal unveils blockchain partner in industry first
CashBet has announced a landmark partnership with Premier League giants Arsenal ahead of the Initial Coin Offering (ICO) of its new cryptocurrency, CashBet Coin. Designed specifically for iGaming, the CashBet Coin brand will be given prominent placement via in-stadium advertising channels for all Arsenal home games at the club’s Emirates Stadium. The first-of-its-kind deal, which makes CashBet Coin the club’s …
Read More »Marbral Advisory becomes latest addition to Jersey eGaming Group
Leading international change consultancy Marbral Advisory has been announced as the newest member of the Jersey eGaming Group. Set up in 2015 to promote the largest of the Channel Isles as an eGaming hub, the industry-led group advertises Jersey as offering “a unique base for remote gambling that includes a robust legal framework, competitive license costs, tax benefits and excellent …
Read More »BBPA calls for protection to AWPs in wake of government FOBT cutback
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has responded to the government’s consultation on gaming machines and social responsibility proposals, and has called on protection for Category C amusement with prize (AWP) machines, so that they continue to form a vital revenue stream for Britain’s pubs. In a detailed response, the BBPA calls for the government to allow a modest …
Read More »New Mississippi bill aims to maintain state’s betting ban
Legislators in Mississippi have introduced a bill that would keep sports betting illegal in the state – even if the ongoing US Supreme Court case legalised it nationwide. Entitled House Bill 1113 (HB 1113), the new piece of legislation was put forward by Republican Roun McNeal and Democrat Nick Bain, and calls for all sports betting activities – with the …
Read More »Global betting market to rise by 9% CAGR by 2022, report claims
India-based research group ReportsnReports.com has documented a new study on the rise of the global sports betting industry, with the research forecasting growth at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.62% over the next four years. The report, entitled Global Sports Betting Market 2018-2022, argues that the major driver of this market growth is the sports industry’s digital revolution. …
Read More »Jessica Harrington joins strong stable of Unibet ambassadors
Cheltenham Gold Cup-winning trainer Jessica Harrington is the latest big name to be unveiled as an ambassador for Unibet. Harrington, who landed the Unibet Irish Gold Cup and Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup with Sizing John last year, has agreed a deal which will see her supply her exclusive thoughts to the multi-award winning Unibet blog in the lead up to …
Read More »Tennis ace Wilander unveiled as Pinnacle ambassador
As it begins its landmark 20th year of operations, online bookmaker Pinnacle has reached a new milestone with the announcement of former world no.1 tennis star Mats Wilander as its first ever brand ambassador. After an illustrious 16-year career as a professional, Wilander will produce educational content for Pinnacle’s Betting Resources portal – providing readers with unique insight into the …
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