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Xtremepush appoints Steve Talbot as Chief Marketing Officer
Talbot brings 25 years of experience including senior roles at The Pools and LiveScore Group Xtremepush, the leading provider of AI-powered CRM, engagement and loyalty technology, has appointed Steve Talbot as Chief Marketing Officer. Talbot joins the Dublin-headquartered CRM experts following a sustained period of ra…
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IGT appoints former AGS chairman as new CFO
IGT confirmed that Adam Chibib will take over as CFO from the outgoing Fabio Celadon on 1 November 2026 The post IGT appoints former AGS chairman as new CFO appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Smarter Retention: The Next Phase of African iGaming
In this exclusive piece for iGamingFuture, Curtis Roach, Head of Content, sits down with Danny Rippon, CEO of Axom Gaming, to discuss... Read More...
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Retención más inteligente: la siguiente fase del iGaming africano
En esta entrevista exclusiva para iGamingFuture, Curtis Roach, Head of Content, conversa con Danny Rippon, CEO de Axom Gaming, sobre cómo la... Leer más... La entrada Retención más inteligente: la siguiente fase del iGaming africano se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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IGT appoints tech finance veteran Adam Chibib as its new CFO
Global gaming supplier IGT has announced the appointment of Adam Chibib, a veteran of the tech sector, as its new […]
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Yaspa hires Mandy Thompson to lead US Marketing strategy
Yaspa, a leading fintech specialising in payments and identity solutions, has announced the appointment of Mandy Thompson as its first US marketing hire as the company continues to expand its operations in North America. The post Yaspa hires Mandy Thompson to lead US Marketing strategy first appeared on Asia Gaming Ne…
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Legendary Hammer joins Zitro's FANTASY portfolio at G2E
Viking-themed title features Bonus Link
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BigBet appoints Eduardo Luqueze as COO to lead Brazilian operations
Luqueze has held senior roles at Betmais, Aposte Fácil and NossaBet BigBet, the online sports betting and iGaming brand launched by BIG Brazil, has appointed Eduardo Luqueze as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) to head operations in the Brazilian market, according to a report by BNLData. The move comes as the comp…
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GC’s Tim Miller among board members to step down from GREF as Ian Angus joins
Associate professor Olivia Petit has been named the new board secretary.
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DAZN Reshapes Leadership To Drive Growth
Executive Overhaul Takes Effect DAZN has announced three immediate changes to its executive leadership team. The company said the appointments… The post DAZN Reshapes Leadership To Drive Growth appeared first on iGaming Express.
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DAZN hires former Sportradar CFO in leadership reshuffle
Former Sportradar and Paddy Power Betfair finance lead Alex Gersh will succeed Darren Waterman, who moves into the newly created position of chief business officer The post DAZN hires former Sportradar CFO in leadership reshuffle appeared first on NEXT.io.
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DAZN hires big three execs to drive commercial change
DAZN has announced major changes to its C-level executive team as it seeks to advance key commercial projects and align the strategic development of its changed portfolio of group assets. The global OTT sports and entertainment group announced three changes to its executive leadership supporting Group Chief Executive …
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Yaspa makes first US marketing hire to continue North American expansion
Payments and identity solutions provider Yaspa has appointed Mandy Thompson as Marketing Manager, making her the company’s first dedicated marketing hire in the US as it continues its North American expansion. Based in Atlanta, Thompson brings more than 12 years of experience in the payments sector to the role. She mo…
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FIRST.bet appoints former Pragmatic Play LATAM leader Victor Arias as VP of LATAM & Head of Commercial LATAM
Arias brings a proven edge in Latin America and one of the deepest operator networks in the region asFIRST.bet makes LATAM the centre of its commercial strategy FIRST.bet, the Tier-1 sportsbook technology provider, has announced the appointment of Victor Arias as VP of LATAM & Head of Commercial LATAM. Arias joins fro…
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NordVPN joins forces with Shaquille O’Neal to educate users on digital security
This powerful duo will collaborate under the Go big on your online protection slogan NordVPN, a leading all-in-one digital security app, today announces a global partnership with legendary basketball player, entrepreneur, educator, and philanthropist Shaquille O’Neal. This powerful duo will collaborate on educating us…
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Exclusivo: “As portas estão abertas para a indústria inteira”, afirma Manuel Matos, CEO do Brazilian Lounge
Durante o SiGMA North America, o CEO do Brazilian Lounge, Manuel Matos, concedeu uma entrevista exclusiva ao portal iGaming Brazil. Na conversa, o executivo comentou a participação da empresa no […] O post Exclusivo: “As portas estão abertas para a indústria inteira”, afirma Manuel Matos, CEO do Brazilian Lounge apare…
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Superbet lança canal 24h para combater vício em apostas com Instituto de Proteção ao Jogador
CEO da Superbet, Alexandre Fonseca, revela que a empresa pode aplicar alertas, restrições e bloqueios diante de comportamentos de risco. Empresa investe R$ 60 mi em campanha de Jogo Responsável e oferece atendimento gratuito para usuários de todas as plataformas The post Superbet lança canal 24h para combater vício em…
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AiA CEO hopes Africa Safer Gambling Week can drive lasting change
Peter Kesitilwe wants Africa Safer Gambling Week to become more than an annual campaign and to create a foundation for year-round collaboration across markets.
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Newcastle United Names BetMGM Official Partner
Premier League Betting Partnerships Shift Toward Licensed Operators Newcastle United has signed a multi-year agreement with LeoVegas Group to make BetMGM… The post Newcastle United Names BetMGM Official Partner appeared first on iGaming Express.
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G2E 2026 unveils opening main stage lineup, featuring MGM, Caesars, Wynn CEOs
Expects over 25,000 industry professionals
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Allwyn Taps Francesco Rodano as Head of Responsible Gaming
Allwyn has appointed a new head of responsible gaming in the face of Francesco Rodano who will step into the crucial role and help spearhead the firm’s efforts in that direction. Allwyn Well-Seasoned Industry Insider to Further Enhance RG Efforts Rodano is himself well-versed in various areas, including public policy,…
Read summary →Allwyn Names Ex-Playtech Exec Head of Responsible Gaming
Allwyn Expands Its Focus On Player Protection Allwyn has appointed former Playtech executive Francesco Rodano as its group head of… The post Allwyn Names Ex-Playtech Exec Head of Responsible Gaming appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Olli Sarekoski, Veikkaus CEO: fair competition is only way forward for Finland
Having a monopoly is all well and good, but if your target audience is going elsewhere, is it serving its purpose? This is a question that Veikkaus, Finland’s gambling monopoly, is all too familiar with. Olli Sarekoski, Veikkaus’ President and Chief Executive Officer, walks SBC News through exactly why the Finnish sta…
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British gambling hall sector pushes back against “extraordinary” government stance
Bacta has expressed its disappointment at the government’s characterisation of the sector as “dodgy”. UK.- Bacta, the trade body representing Britain’s gaming centre and amusement arcade sector, has hit back at recent government rhetoric. Writing on the organisation’s website, Director of Communications Allaster Gair …
Read summary →Kerma Games: Bigger, Better, Trivelta
It may be a little churlish to brand Carson Hubbard, CEO and Founder of Trivelta as the proverbial “Young Man In A... Read More...
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Aramont appoints long-time Suzo Happ executive Stephen Ng as Director of Technical Operations
Aramont Company Limited has announced the appointment of former Suzo Happ executive Stephen Ng Shui Sing as Director of Technical […]
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DELULU Gaming brings its universe to SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon
DELULU Gaming is getting ready for its biggest industry appearance yet: its first official stand at SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon, bringing the characters, games, and creative worlds of DELULU to the global iGaming stage. From 29 September to 1 October, visitors can find DELULU at Stand A225 in Hall 1 and meet CEO Arthur …
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Search Is Over: UKGC Appoints Ruth Evans as Permanent Chair
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has finally found its new permanent chair after a lengthy period of leadership uncertainty that started with the departure of Marcus Boyle in January 2025. Ruth Evans has eventually been chosen to lead the commission. Evans on the Appointment: “I Am Delighted” Commenting on the decisi…
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Bally’s names George Papanier interim CFO as Mira Mircheva exits
Amid liquidity issues at the operator Interim CFO George Papanier.
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Intro.community names board as invite-only iGaming network prepares for Autumn opening
26 investors across 11 countries
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Bally’s CFO Mira Mircheva resigns
President and board member George Papanier will serve as interim chief financial officer while the board searches for a permanent successor. US.- Bally’s Corporation has announced that executive vice president and chief financial officer Mira Mircheva has resigned for personal reasons. The board of directors appointed…
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EGBA appoints Pierre Tournier as interim Secretary General
Maarten Haijer to step down after 13 years as Secretary General of EGBA The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has announced that Maarten Haijer is stepping down as Secretary General after nearly two decades with EGBA. Pierre Tournier, Senior Director at EGBA and a 15-year veteran of the sector, has been a…
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Bally’s CFO Mira Mircheva resigns, Papanier named interim CFO
Her resignation took effect on 4 September, and president George Papanier, who held the same interim post in… The post Bally’s CFO Mira Mircheva resigns, Papanier named interim CFO appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Swedish government appoints inquiry into youth gambling
The research project will also involve mapping gambling operators’ marketing. Sweden.- The government of Sweden has established an inquiry to submit proposals for measures to reduce the harmful effects of gambling. Investigator Zandra Milton, chief legal officer at Karolinska Institutet, a research-led medical school …
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Africa’s Offshore Gambling Problem
“Where are those players? We don’t know where they are now. We have channelled them offshore.” That’s Peter Emolemo Kesitilwe, CEO of... Read More...
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GFA Re-Appoints Queiroz As Black Stars Head Coach
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the reappointment of Carlos Queiroz as the head coach for the national football team, just two months after his resignation. In an official statement, the association said that the journey with Carlos Queiroz continues, stating that they had reached a new agreement wi…
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Bally’s CFO resigns amid ongoing fears for company’s future
The resignation comes after Bally's issued a going concern warning alongside its Q2 results last month The post Bally’s CFO resigns amid ongoing fears for company’s future appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Bally’s CFO to Resign as Liquidity Worries Mount
Executive Changes Amid Bally’s Financial Uncertainty Bally’s Corporation is searching for a new chief financial officer after Mira Mircheva announced her… The post Bally’s CFO to Resign as Liquidity Worries Mount appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Bally’s Corporation CFO resigns amid uncertainty of company’s future
Bally’s Corporation is on the hunt for a new C-suite member, as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Mira Mircheva, has announced her intention to resign. The company stated that Mircheva is leaving her role due to “personal reasons”. It comes amid liquidity concerns at the US-based gambling giant, wh…
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The outsider advantage: Viewing iGaming through a different lens
In this latest edition of the Female Founder's column, Viktoriia Grygorenko, CEO of the Playa, explains why entering iGaming as an outsider gave her a powerful advantage.
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Bally’s Corporation announces CFO transition and commences search for permanent successor
Bally’s appoints gaming industry veteran and President, George Papanier, to serve as interim CFO Bally’s Corporation’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Mira Mircheva, has notified the Company of her intent to resign her positions of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Mircheva is…
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Interblock appoints Marco Balliano as COO and President, EMEA
Balliano joins from Haier Europe Group, where he was General Manager of the Food Preparation and Built-In Business Unit Interblock has appointed Marco Balliano as Chief Operating Officer and President, EMEA, effective 1 September 2026. The role brings manufacturing planning, quality, procurement and service operations…
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Bally’s CFO Resigns as Chicago Casino Project Faces Troubles
Bally’s Corporation is shaking up its financial leadership at a difficult time for the gambling company, which is facing construction delays on its Chicago casino project, a dispute with city officials and growing concerns about liquidity. Bally’s Names George Papanier Interim CFO After Mircheva Resigns Mira Mircheva …
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Cómo 1X2 Network está construyendo un negocio que está preparado para el futuro
Recientemente nos sentamos con Kevin Reid, CEO de 1X2 Network, para conversar sobre crecimiento, cumplimiento normativo, cultura de oficina y por qué... Leer más... La entrada Cómo 1X2 Network está construyendo un negocio que está preparado para el futuro se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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Kangwon Land’s new CEO pledges to transform property into “global public-oriented integrated resort”
The new CEO of South Korean casino operator Kangwon Land was officially inaugurated into the role on Wednesday, pledging to […]
Read summary →Lena Yasir, BetConstruct AI: La Casa de Apuestas Más Pura y la entrada al mercado de predicciones
SBC News conversó con Lena Yasir, CEO de BetConstruct AI, sobre la oferta La Casa de Apuestas Más Pura, la incursión de la compañía en los mercados de predicciones con […]
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What should operators still own in 2026?
Building deep expertise across every key business area is possible, but it isn’t necessarily the right approach for every operator, write Betable CEO Warren Jacobs The post What should operators still own in 2026? appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Booming Games appoints Michael Waterfield as new Chief Commercial Officer
Joining from White Hat Studios, Waterfield joins to support the next phase in Booming Games’ ambitious growth plans. Press release.- Booming Games announced that Michael Waterfield joins the business as Chief Commercial Officer. Michael joins with almost two decades of experience in gaming, across both the supplier an…
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Booming Games appoints Michael Waterfield as chief commercial officer
The hire is the fourth C-suite appointment at Booming Games in under nine months, as the supplier pursues… The post Booming Games appoints Michael Waterfield as chief commercial officer appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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New Major Operator Big Bola Joins AffPapa’s iGaming Directory
AffPapa is pleased to welcome Big Bola, a major Mexican betting and gaming operator, to its iGaming directory, bringing one of the country’s established casino brands to the platform. Big Bola began its operations in 2005 with the opening of its first bingo venue in Tlalnepantla, Estado de México, and has since grown …
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PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco to deliver Keynote Address at IAG Academy Summit on Tuesday 15 September
Leading B2B gaming industry media and events brand Inside Asian Gaming is delighted to announce Alejandro H. Tengco, the Chairman and […]
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Grant Bowie, Brooke Lindsay granted approvals to join Star board
Australia’s Star Entertainment Group Limited has confirmed the appointment of former MGM China CEO Grant Bowie and experienced legal and […]
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IGT names David Meacher as new Senior Director of EMEA Sales
Meacher brings more than 35 years of gaming industry experience David Meacher has now been officially confirmed as IGT’s new Senior Director of EMEA Sales. With more than 35 years of gaming industry experience, Meacher brings extensive expertise spanning both customer and supplier sectors. Throughout his career, he ha…
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iGaming careers: Where Europe’s biggest employers hire in 2026
Group headcounts at Evolution, Playtech, and Betsson total 32,774, but iGaming careers cluster in a handful of hubs… The post iGaming careers: Where Europe’s biggest employers hire in 2026 appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Sergey Glamazda to step up as TRUE LABS’ new CEO
Glamazda will be responsible for TRUE LABS’ strategic development, expanding its portfolio, and strengthening its international standing TRUE LABS, a provider of gaming solutions for the iGaming industry, has announced the appointment of Sergey Glamazda as Chief Executive Officer. Sergey Glamazda brings extensive expe…
Read summary →Midnite Appoints VP of Casino and Loyalty
Midnite has appointed Willie Lok as Vice President of Casino and Loyalty Products. Lok joins the operator from FanDuel, where he most... Read More...
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SBC names five inductees to 2026 Hall of Fame
Ceremony set for Sept. 28
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Pierre Tournier named Interim EGBA Secretary General as Maarten Haijer steps down
Effective September 01 Pierre Tournier, interim secretary general of EGBA.
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