Europe

Sweden’s court rules in favour of ATG over Svenska Spel trotting product dispute 

SBC News Sweden’s court rules in favour of ATG over Svenska Spel trotting product dispute 

Svenska Spel Sport & Casino is rebranding its trotting venture after losing a legal dispute against horse betting firm Aktiebolaget Trav och Galopp (ATG).  The Patent and Market Appeal Court’s ruling determined that the use of the phrase “Trav och Galopp” by Svenska Spel is in direct infringement of ATG’s brand name.  In a statement by Svenska Spel, customers were …

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AFA signs with FeedConstruct to fuel European growth 

SBC News AFA signs with FeedConstruct to fuel European growth 

FeedConstruct has announced a new sponsorship agreement with the Argentine Football Association (AFA).  Through the partnership, AFA will look to expand commercially into Europe by using FeedConstruct as a Regional Sponsor.  Claudio Tapia, President of AFA, stated: “We are very happy to announce a new sponsorship agreement for the National Teams, with an important technology company like FeedConstruct.  “Several years …

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Tim Kennedy, SUZOHAPP: Transatlantic success and what to expect in 2024

SBC News Tim Kennedy, SUZOHAPP: Transatlantic success and what to expect in 2024

Tim Kennedy, SUZOHAPP’s VP of Sales Europe, reflects on the company’s 2023 performance and the gaming sector as a whole, whilst shedding some light on its ambitions for the coming months. Last year saw more roll-outs in the US and Canadian betting markets, with notable industry names such as Fanatics. Meanwhile, SUZOHAPP also entered the lottery markets – introducing a …

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Entain CEE appoints Mikolaj Cymerman as CCO

SBC News Entain CEE appoints Mikolaj Cymerman as CCO

Entain CCE has appointed Mikolaj Cymerman to serve as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of the Central and Eastern European venture of FTSE100 Entain Plc. The appointment was confirmed by Cymerman on LinkedIn, who revealed that he would take on the dual responsibilities of commercial lead for Entain CEE as well as serving as an advisor to the board of STS …

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IBIA backs NBO concerns on the sustainability of Norway’s gambling regime

SBC News IBIA backs NBO concerns on the sustainability of Norway’s gambling regime

The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has enhanced its integrity capabilities in the Nordics by announcing Norsk Bransjeforening for Onlinespill (NBO), Norway’s Association for Online Gaming, as a new partner. Updating members, IBIA has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NBO to “establish a cooperative framework for a safe and effective local licensing and regulatory regime in Norway, including …

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GG.BET extends NAVI club partnership in second deal of 2024

SBC News GG.BET extends NAVI club partnership in second deal of 2024

GG.BET has extended its partnership with esports club Natus Vincere (NAVI). The deal involves plans to collaborate on content creation and offline projects with a view to boosting the popularity of esports The pair will also host press conferences with the organisation’s players in addition to in-person activations at events where it is competing.  A statement from GG.BET read: “The …

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Flutter NYSE listing sets a new benchmark for gambling PLC valuations

SBC News Flutter NYSE listing sets a new benchmark for gambling PLC valuations

The City expects Flutter’s NYSE listing to have an impact on the corporate valuation disciplines of gambling PLCs… But nothing can stop the industry’s M&A momentum. The frantic movements of gambling PLCs have dominated industry headlines in the early proceedings of 2024. On the European front, despite no regulatory resolutions being settled in the past year, gambling PLCs continue their …

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ANJ to prioritise player protection in 2024-26 strategy

Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin, ANJ

France’s gambling regulator Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has placed reducing excessive gambling and the protection of minors at the heart of its 2024-26 strategic plan and has called on all economic and institutional stakeholders to work alongside it to reach those targets. ANJ’s plan marks the end of its first cycle of regulation since it succeeded ARJEL as industry …

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MY ICE: Patrick Mostboeck, SVP Audiovisual at Sportradar

Patrick Mostboeck, SVP Audiovisual at Sportradar

With ICE London fast approaching, Sportradar’s Patrick Mostboeck shares his thoughts on this year’s event and how he’s looking forward to reconnecting with existing clients and meeting some new faces along the way.  SBC: What trends are you anticipating seeing at the event?  Patrick Mostboeck: From an audiovisual perspective, I’m expecting to see greater focus on data-driven streaming services. Operators …

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Betway and Fans United form interactive partnership

SBC News Betway and Fans United form interactive partnership

Betway has announced a partnership with Bulgaria-headquartered engagement platform, Fans United.  Taking into consideration today’s ‘fast-paced digital landscape’, the pair have emphasised how the collaboration underscores a commitment to enhancing user engagement and interaction on products. Anthony Werkman, CEO of Betway Group, commented: “We’re very excited for this partnership with Fans United, which further demonstrates our desire and commitment to …

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