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Will Whitehead: How to truly stand out in the dynamic igaming landscape

SBC News Will Whitehead: How to truly stand out in the dynamic igaming landscape

Ahead of ICE London next month, Will Whitehead, Commercial Director at mkodo, underlines the importance of collaborating with front end experts when it comes to elevating the user experience.   SBC: Let’s talk about the role that operators play in shaping the future of app user experience and how working with front end and UX experts, like mkodo, can help operators …

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Sportradar appoints Jim Bombassei as SVP of Corporate Finance

SBC News Sportradar appoints Jim Bombassei as SVP of Corporate Finance

Jim Bombassei has been appointed as Sportradar’s Senior Vice President of Investor Relations and Corporate Finance. He will report directly to the firm’s Chief Financial Officer, Gerard Griffin. In his new role, Bombassei will take charge of building and maintaining relationships with global investment firms, as well as aligning the firm’s business model with its long-term strategy and financial goals. Gerard Griffin, Chief …

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Sportradar enhances digital graphics for Sportsnet’s MLB & NHL broadcasts

SBC News Sportradar enhances digital graphics for Sportsnet’s MLB & NHL broadcasts

Canadian sports network Sportsnet has selected Sportradar to deliver immersive and data-driven content. Aiming to create more immersive experiences for sports fans in North America, viewers will witness a ‘seamless’ inclusion of real-time statistics, player information and advanced data sets into Sportsnet broadcasts – all via the Swiss firm’s OnAir service.  The deal also sees additional access to both statistical …

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The Ontario Frontier: Exploring the iGaming Landscape

The Ontario Frontier: Exploring the iGaming Landscape

SBC Media presents an exclusive short documentary celebrating the first year of Ontario as a fully regulated and operating iGaming space.  Hosted by Canadian Gaming Business journalist Nick Ware, it covers the anticipation in the lead up to the launch of the province’s iGaming market, also tagged as “The birth of a new industry” by Scott Vanderwel, CEO, PointsBets Canada.  …

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Rivalry confident in product roadmap for 2024 profitability

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Rivalry expects to achieve profitability by H1 2024 after recording another quarter of revenue growth in Q2 2023, momentum which the firm expects to stay consistent into next year. The Canada-based firm – active in the Ontario and Australian markets, with a focus on esports – reported group-wide revenue of CAN$8.5m to its TSX investors, up 60% on corresponding Q2 …

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Dedicated focus on the Canadian gaming industry at CGS

SBC continues the rich tradition of the Canadian Gaming Summit, with a dedicated focus on the Canadian gaming industry

Over 2,000 delegates are poised to convene at the 26th edition of the Canadian Gaming Summit, organized by SBC for the very first time. The event will showcase an unparalleled focus on all Canadian provinces, stretching from Ontario and beyond, offering an extensive exploration of a region that is witnessing remarkable growth. Taking place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, …

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Silvia Almeida: bringing Clever Advertising’s expertise to the Canadian market

SBC News Silvia Almeida: bringing Clever Advertising’s expertise to the Canadian market

Clever Advertising has already established itself as a global leader in the media buying space. But one country that has found itself high on Clever Advertising’s agenda for 2023 is the regulated Canadian market. Ahead of this week’s Canadian Gaming Summit, Chief Media Officer Silvia Almeida tells us about Clever Advertising’s presence in Ontario and the importance of geolocation when …

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888 recruits Ben Hurst to lead North American growth projects 

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888 Holdings has confirmed the appointment of Ben Hurst as Vice President of North American Expansion.  Hurst will be charged with overseeing North American strategic growth opportunities for 888 as well as the SI Sportsbook and SI Casino brands, as part of a US partnership with Authentic Brands Group.  A seasoned US sports executive, Hurst has formally served as the …

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Christoffer Ødegården, Bojoko: meeting the growing demands of the Canadian market

SBC News Christoffer Ødegården, Bojoko: meeting the growing demands of the Canadian market

With a population of more than 38 million people, the Canadian market holds a wealth of potential for casino companies looking to expand their international footprint. But as more operators flood into the market, it becomes increasingly difficult for players to choose who to gamble with. This is where Bojoko comes in. Christoffer Ødegården, Head of Casino at Bojoko, spoke …

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