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Arena Racing Company (ARC) has launched a new media service, ‘ARC Media International’ (AMI), developed with omnichannel distribution provider Vermantia. Targeting enhanced exposure for tote betting and an updated service for retail bookmakers, the new horse racing tote betting channel is backed by Vermantia’s CAP (Complex Automated Production) technology. Elements of the service include racing and betting information via custom-designed …

William Hill has strengthened its portfolio of horse racing ambassadors as the operator brings in Barry Geraghty. On the operator’s website, the former jockey will offer his thoughts on stories in the horse racing industry on a weekly basis beginning with this weekend’s Dublin Racing Festival, while he will also provide daily newspaper previews during the season’s major meetings.  “We …

The Board of Review of the Swedish Press and Broadcasting Authority (MRPT) has ruled that Svenska Spel lottery and keno draws broadcast on TV4 Sweden should be recognised as advertising.  MRPT judges were ordered to review Svenska Spel’s programming of lottery draws following a complaint submitted by Branschföreningen för Onlinespel (BOS) – Sweden’s trade association for online gambling. BOS had …

SIS (Sports Information Services) has signed its biggest commercial deal of the year so far, partnering with Ladbrokes and Coral operator, Entain. The FTSE100 gambling group, the largest retail operator in the UK, will leverage SIS’ production technology services until December 2030, targeting a more flexible broadcasting schedule.  Additionally, the deal will also cover distribution of live racing content via …

Ahead of its Q2 FY23 earnings call later today, BetMakers has announced some major changes to its Board, citing a need to address operational deficiencies to maximise and increase profits The long-time CEO of BetMakers, Todd Buckingham will transition to the role of Chief Growth Officer, whilst Jake Henson will step up to the CEO role, having previously been Chief …

The Football Pools has announced the appointment of James Arnold as new Chief Executive of the centenary business.  Arnold took charge of the Football Pools leadership this January, succeeding Derek Lloyd, who ended his five-year tenure as CEO.   An expert in all disciplines related to sportsbook management, Arnold joins the Football Pools having most recently served as Chief Commercial Officer …

SIS (Sports Information Services) has lauded a significant step in its 2023 commercial roadmap, signing a partnership with BetConstruct. The agreement with the global B2B and B2C gaming provider will expand the reach of Milton Keynes-based SIS’ 24/7 Live Racing Content product, which will be distributed to BetConstruct’s partners.  SIS’ coverage includes 35,000 horse races and 38,000 greyhound fixtures across …

In pursuit of its goal of supporting and expanding horse racing, the World Pools has announced the addition of four new race days.  The World Pool – set up as an international parimutuel betting community by the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) – has set up new days in Australia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Ireland, expanding the number of …

Stake has formed an agreement with Sauber Motorsport’s Alfa Romeo Formula One Team. By growing a presence in racing, the online casino looks to broaden its demographic which will then enable it to diversify its fan base. Bijan Tehrani, Co-Founder of Stake, said: “We could not be more thrilled to join a legendary F1 team that shares with us the …

Skycity Entertainment has informed the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX) of its intentions to appoint former Tabcorp Holdings CEO David Attenborough as a non-executive director (NED). The Auckland-based gambling group notified investors that Attenborough would serve as a corporate advisor to its board of directors from 1 March 2023.  The NED appointment will require the regulatory approval of the Australian …