Retail

Crownbet drops all oppposition to Tabcorp-Tatts merger

SBC News Crownbet drops all oppposition to Tabcorp-Tatts merger

Updating the market, Australia ASX-listed gambling group Tabcorp Holdings has confirmed that it has fully settled its Tatts Group merger dispute with competitor Crownbet Limited. “CrownBet has agreed not to apply for judicial review of the Tribunal’s decision on 22 November 2017 to grant authorisation for the Transaction. CrownBet has also agreed not to take any action which would impede …

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Ladbrokes bridges retail & digital customer engagement delivering new ‘omni-wallet’

SBC News Ladbrokes bridges retail & digital customer engagement delivering new ‘omni-wallet’

Seeking to bridge customer engagement between its retail and digital properties, FTSE bookmaker Ladbrokes has today announced the launch of its ‘omni-wallet’. The payment processing function will be launched across the bookmakers +3,500 retail estates, and has been further integrated within Ladbrokes’ player rewards scheme ‘The Grid’. Updating the media, the bookmaker seeks to create seamless player transactions between Ladbrokes.com …

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Andy McGrath’s ‘Tom Simpson: Bird on the Wire’ wins 2017 William Hill Sports Book of the Year

SBC News Andy McGrath's 'Tom Simpson: Bird on the Wire’ wins 2017 William Hill Sports Book of the Year

The biography of British cyclist ‘Tom Simpson: Bird on the Wire’ by Andy McGrath has won the 2017 ‘William Hill Sports Book of the Year’, the most prestigious prize in English sports literature. The 29th winner of William Hill’s Sports Book of the Year, Bird on the Wire becomes the fourth cycling book to win the literature contest. The judging …

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The ASA rules that Paddy Power must cease broadcasting casino advert

SBC News The ASA rules that Paddy Power must cease broadcasting casino advert

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), has ordered Paddy Power to cease the use of its latest casino advert, after complaints were received that it implied that it was acceptable to gamble in the workplace. The advert, which received two complaints in total, was revolved around a casino security guard who sings to the tune of “Papa Loves Mambo” whilst …

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Ladbrokes all loved up for Harry & Meghan’s Royal Wedding

SBC News Ladbrokes all loved up for Harry & Meghan's Royal Wedding

Bookmaker Ladbrokes has launched a series of dedicated ‘Royal Wedding’ betting markets in honour of Prince Harry’s engagement to American actress Meghan Markle. As gossip columns detail that the couple favours a ‘spring wedding’, Ladbrokes has priced 1/4 that Harry and Meghan will marry in May of next year. For Harry, Ladbrokes has priced Prince William as firm 1/10 favourite …

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Intralot posts ‘steady’ 2017 trading eyeing new contract growth

SBC News Intralot posts 'steady' 2017 trading eyeing new contract growth

Presenting its year-to-date trading statement (period ending 30 September), Athens-listed industry gaming and lottery systems supplier Intralot SA has reported a strong corporate momentum, as the company reports growth across its core metrics. For its YTD performance, Intralot reports a consolidated group revenue increase of 13% to €1,085 billion. The company reported a strong Q3 sales performance in the US, …

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SIS extends content into Spanish market

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Sports Information Services (SIS) has agreed a multi year deal to provide its new and improved greyhound service to Orenes. As part of the new agreement, SIS is to provide live pictures, commentary and data for both greyhounds and horses, across the operator’s entire retail estate. The Spanish bookmaker is to offer the service through VivelaSuerte.es, its online gaming and …

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Eurobet Italia maximises Virtual Football inventory with Betradar multi-channel agreement

SBC News Eurobet Italia maximises Virtual Football inventory with Betradar multi-channel agreement

Updating the market, Italian betting operator Eurobet Italia will expand its virtual football inventory by launching Betradar’s ‘Virtual Football League; and ‘Virtual Football Nations Cup’ across all core channels (retail, online and mobile). The multi-channel agreement will see Eurobet roll-out Betradar’s exclusive virtual football content across its +850 retail points. The Virtual Football League features 16 teams playing 240 fixtures …

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Nick Tofiluk departs UKGC to lead The Cyprus National Gaming Commission

SBC News Nick Tofiluk departs UKGC to lead The Cyprus National Gaming Commission

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has informed that Executive Director and Regulatory Operations lead Nick Tofiluk has departed the organisation to become the Chief Executive of Cyprus’ National Gaming & Casino Supervision Commission. As a UKGC executive, Tofiluk has led the UK governing body’s regulatory operations since 2007, overseeing the implementation of a number of industry-wide UK mandates, regulations and …

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Camelot appoints Wayne Pickup as incoming Global Division CEO

SBC News Camelot appoints Wayne Pickup as incoming Global Division CEO

UK National Lottery operator Camelot continues its executive leadership restructure, confirming the appointment of Wayne Pickup as designate Chief Executive Officer for its ‘Camelot Global’ B2B division. Pickup the current CEO of Lotto New Zealand is expected to takeover Camelot Global leadership in H1 2018. Pickup replaces former incumbent Nigel Railton, who this week was promoted to UK CEO by …

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