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K8 chooses EveryMatrix software for UK casino relaunch

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K8 Gaming cited the “large experience” and “solid background” built by EveryMatrix, after choosing the industry provider to drive the re-launch of its casino brand in the UK. The UK-K8 brand will also offer multiple sports betting options via EveryMatrix’s fully-managed sportsbook solution, while the site will also utilise EveryMatrix payment and affiliate platforms. David Williams, K8 Gaming Manager, said: …

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LADbible hires former Ladbrokes PR man Alex Donohue as ODDSbible partnerships lead

SBC News LADbible hires former Ladbrokes PR man Alex Donohue as ODDSbible partnerships lead

Ladbrokes long-term PR Manager and Head of News Alex Donohue has joined the LADbible Group taking on the role of Brand Partnerships Manager for its ODDSbible vertical. Donohue leaves the UK bookmaker following seven years of service within Ladbrokes’ PR and media relations team. Joining the LADbible Group, Donohue informed SBC that he was taking on a ‘newly created role’ …

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TRP dispute sees ARC shut down Ladbrokes racetrack betting points

SBC News TRP dispute sees ARC shut down Ladbrokes racetrack betting points

Arena Racing Company (ARC) has ordered Ladbrokes to shut down its six racecourse properties due to its ongoing content dispute with joint-venture subsidiary The Racing Partnership (TRP). The bookmaker has been told that retail points at Doncaster, Wolverhampton, Lingfield, Worcester, Southwell and Windsor racetracks will be shut down for an ‘indefinite period’. ARC’s decision follows legal charges by TRP against …

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Ladbrokes loses St. Ledger Festival legacy sponsorship

SBC News Ladbrokes loses St. Ledger Festival legacy sponsorship

Ladbrokes is set to lose its sponsorship of the St. Leger Festival (7-10 September, Doncaster Racecourse). Being at loggerheads with the British Horseracing Association (BHA) regarding not joining its Authorised Betting Partner scheme (ABP), the FTSE-listed bookmaker will lose its 12-year sponsorship of world racing’s oldest classic.   Shunning the controversial ABP Scheme, which has split support from the UK …

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Ladbrokes fear Many Clouds Grand National win

SBC News Ladbrokes fear Many Clouds Grand National win

Britain’s bookmakers are hoping for a successful Grand National on Saturday, following the hammering they took at the Cheltenham Festival just three weeks ago. It is estimated that the industry lost around £60 million, as a string of heavily-backed favourites led by horses owned by former Barclays banker Rich Ricci, romped to victory at Cheltenham. The nightmare started with a …

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Ladbrokes hails Brazil 2014 betting business

SBC News Ladbrokes hails Brazil 2014 betting business

  The World Cup in Brazil left bookies feeling bright despite three of the fancied teams making the semi-finals and a lack of shock results as the knock-out stages progressed. Pre-tournament, Mobile betting was expected to be the key battle-ground for operators and the reality was no different.  Ladbrokes’ David Williams believes the main disappointment was England’s failure to capture …

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NRL suspends five players over betting allegations

SBC News NRL suspends five players over betting allegations

The NRL has suspended five players for betting on rugby league matches in which their clubs were involved.A media statement announced the following bans: David Williams (Manly Sea Eagles)- suspended for the rest of the 2014 season after placing multiple bets on games – including several in which he was involved. Ethan Lowe (North Queensland Cowboys) – suspended for two …

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