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SuperSportBet has announced that it is sponsoring two South African Premier Division (DStv Premiership) clubs – Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. SuperSport – a South African TV channel – officially launched its new sportsbook on 5 January 2024, with the platform now aiming to deliver an ‘unparalleled sports betting experience’ to fans of the Soweto Giants. Kaizer Motaung, Chairman of …

The acting Australian government under PM Anthony Albanese has been urged by the state of Victoria’s gambling regulator to take immediate action against wagering ads. For ‘The Guardian’, Annette Kimmitt – CEO of the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission – highlighted that there is a pressing issue of what she called a ‘bombardment’ of complaints from parents who report …

The board of Raketech Group Plc has announced that Oskar Mühlbach has chosen to resign as CEO of the Nasdaq OMX-listed igaming media publisher. As detailed by a corporate update, “Mühlbach will leave his role as CEO due to different views on the strategic direction of the company.” Board member and company co-founder Johan Svensson has assumed leadership responsibilities as …

Politiets Efterretningstjeneste (PET), Denmark’s National Security and Intelligence Service has published the third instalment of national AML and anti-terrorist financing guidelines to replace the previous 2020 risk assessment policies. The watchdog further noted that the rulebook has been revised as a result of the close cooperation between national authorities, the private and the public sectors in Denmark.  It highlighted that …

The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has confirmed that Brigid Simmonds (OBE) will step down as Chair of the industry trade and standards body for UK gambling.  The former Chief Executive of The Pub Association, Simmonds was appointed the BGC’s inaugural Chair in 2019, tasked with representing a “united betting and gaming industry” ahead of the Gambling Review being initiated …

Low6 has announced a partnership with football statistics website, WhoScored.com, on fantasy sports game UltimateFan. The deal will see the Oddschecker-owned site leverage the supplier’s game mechanic as an engaging way to add value to its existing user base, while delivering an additional commercial opportunity through the games’ in-app purchases. Jamie Mitchell, CEO of Low6, commented: “We are excited to …

Allwyn UK has confirmed the appointment of Steve Parkinson as the new Brand and Marketing Director of the National Lottery. An expert in the strategic management and planning of mass-market brands, Parkinson joins Allwyn from multimedia publishing group Bauer Media. During his time at Bauer, Parkinson oversaw campaigns and brand development projects for Kiss FM, Magic, Absolute Radio, and Planet …

FSB Technology has upgraded its proprietary Football Bet Builder product by adding Player Shots On Target markets into the wider offering. The sports betting platform provider will integrate the new feature into its coverage across Europe’s top five leagues, major continental championships, a host of domestic cup competitions ranging from the FA Cup to the DFB Pokal, and all key …

The Belgian Kamer (parliament) has been advised “to raise the minimum age for all gambling activities to 21 years” by VAD – The Flemish Experts Centre on Addiction. The public body recommended the age increase for gambling as one of nine new priorities presented to the government to enhance safeguards and controls against addiction related to drugs, alcohol, gaming, and …

Betby will be unveiling a portfolio of AI-based tools at ICE London, from 6-8 February. The supplier has emphasised that these products will allow for a more efficient and effective management of sportsbooks. Eva Berkova, Chief Operating Officer of Betby, stated: “We’re delighted to be attending and showcasing our ground-breaking technology in what is the industry’s most anticipated expo. Last …