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GGL: Germany to be the toughest market for illegal gambling 

GGL

Gluecksspiel (GGL), Germany’s new federal gambling regulator, has published its first leadership statement issued by co-Executive Directors Ronald Benter and Benjamin Schwanke.  Commencing a new regulatory era for German gambling, the GGL officially took charge of managing and supervising Germany’s Fourth Interstate Gambling Treaty (GlüNeuRStv) on 1 January. “We have our finished house and are now able to work”, commented …

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Nuvei agrees $1.3bn buyout of Paya to expand US coverage

SBC News Nuvei agrees $1.3bn buyout of Paya to expand US coverage

Nuvei has confirmed an agreement for the acquisition of Paya Holdings, which provides integrated payment and commerce solutions for North American merchants. The deal strengthens the continued growth of Nuvei, as the firm evolves its offering and ‘amplifies its growth strategy’, whilst also enhancing Nuvei’s ability to execute on ‘high-growth integrated payment opportunities’. Philip Fayer, Nuvei’s Chair and Chief Executive Officer, commented: “The …

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ComeOn promotes ‘proven talent’ Sherwin Jarvand to lead data intelligence  

SBC News ComeOn promotes ‘proven talent’ Sherwin Jarvand to lead data intelligence  

ComeOn Group, the B2C igaming subsidiary of Cherry Gaming AB, has announced the promotion of Sherwin Jarvand to Chief Data Officer (CDO).  The appointment sees ComeOn enlarge its c-suite executive leadership team, with Jarvand having formerly served as Director of Customer Engagement since joining the company in 2023. An expert in the management of day-to-day igaming systems and controls, Jarvand …

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Splash Tech appoints games guru Ben Starr as first Chairman

SBC News Splash Tech appoints games guru Ben Starr as first Chairman

Splash Tech has confirmed the appointment of Ben Starr as inaugural company Chairman to help guide the strategic vision and commercial growth of the free-to-play (FTP) and customised games studio.  A figurehead in games development and player engagement, Starr is the founder of multiple igaming enterprises, including Jumpman Gaming, 15 Marketing Ltd and OhMyBingo. Starr joins Splash Tech having recently …

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ECB’s Fabio Panetta calls for crypto inclusion under gambling regulation

ECB’s Fabio Panetta calls for crypto inclusion under gambling regulation

In the wake of crises and controversy shaking up the world of global cryptocurrency trading, Fabio Panetta, a member of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) Executive Board, has called for greater oversight.  In a blog post published today on the ECB’s website, Panetta argued that recent developments have heightened the need for greater regulation of cryptocurrency in a number of …

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BetConstruct continues to embrace crypto as MGA permits player deposits

SBC News BetConstruct continues to embrace crypto as MGA permits player deposits

The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has permitted BetConstruct to allow player deposits using cryptocurrency, as the firm’s engagement with blockchain continues. The Armenia-based betting technology firm’s white-label partners will be able to receive cryptocurrency deposits, seeking to widen their customer base. Specifically, the company aims to ‘grow its operation’ by targeting players that use cryptocurrencies and ‘increase their satisfaction and …

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Yolo Group powers Saints ‘Future of Football’ disruptor challenge

SBC News Yolo Group powers Saints ‘Future of Football’ disruptor challenge

Southampton FC, in partnership with Sport Republic and Yolo Group, has launched ‘The Future of Football’ challenge to find and accelerate the next group of sportstech disruptors.  A first-of-kind accelerator competition hosted by a Premier League football club, The Saints will welcome all “early-stage sportstech to test their solutions to innovate football and create new experiences”. Led by Yolo Group …

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Genius secures latest state licence to continue American expansion

Genius secures latest state licence to continue American expansion

Genius Sports has taken another step in its roadmap for US expansion, securing a Sports Gaming Supplier License in the state of Ohio this week. Issued to the London-based company by the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC), the licence enables Genius to offer its sportstech and data services to operators active in the state once the regulated betting market goes …

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Playtech launches research to understand effectiveness of RG Tools

SBC News Playtech launches research to understand effectiveness of RG Tools

Playtech Plc is funding an academic research collaboration to “enhance the effectiveness of personalised responsible gambling solutions” for the igaming sector.  The project sees the Dutch institutions of Erasmus Rotterdam and the University of Amsterdam collaborate and share expertise in how gambling can improve its all-round player protections and safeguards. The four-year project, titled ‘A Safe Bet: design and evaluation …

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Altenar to power L&L Europe sportsbook properties 

Altenar

Altenar has announced a strong close to year-end trading, becoming the lead sportsbook solutions supplier to L&L Europe Limited.  The partnership will see L&L Europe launch its first online sportsbook property powered by Altenar’s sportsbook solution, offering a full range of pre-match and in-play markets. Further operating benefits will see L&L Europe serviced by Altenar’s fully customised promotional suite alongside …

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