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Former APPG chair Sir Philip Davies appointed to BHA board
Sir Philip currently chairs the Greyhound Board of Great Britian (GBGB) following a long career in parliament
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UK's Prize Competition Council appoints Tom Banks as first executive director
Banks to focus on DCMS Code compliance
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LCKY Group Appoints Neil Chetcuti as General Counsel
LCKY Group has appointed Neil Chetcuti as its new General Counsel, strengthening its legal leadership as the iGaming company continues to pursue growth opportunities across regulated markets in Europe, North America and beyond. The appointment, announced on October 13, 2026, comes as LCKY Group manages a portfolio of …
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Imagine Live’s CEO on building first and letting demand catch up
Group CEO Martin Martirosyan explains why he built capacity ahead of demand and how that same thinking shapes the supplier’s approach to localisation and AI The post Imagine Live’s CEO on building first and letting demand catch up appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Ecobank joins China’s CIPS for yuan settlements
Ecobank has agreed to join CIPS as a direct participant, following in the footsteps of Standard Bank and Bank of Kigali within the network Ecobank has agreed to join the Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) for transactions in yuan, the group’s CEO, Jeremy Awori, told Reuters. Awori described CIPS as “a key pa…
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Prize Competition Council appoints Tom Banks as Executive Director
Banks will focus initially on DCMS Code compliance and representing Prize Competition Council members The Prize Competition Council (PCC), the recently formed trade association for the prize competition sector, has appointed Tom Banks as its first Executive Director. Banks joins the PCC at a time of rapid growth, with…
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Mrs Sibongile Simelane-Quntana (MBA) Joins African Responsible Gaming Network (ARGN) as Advisory Board Member
LAGOS, NIGERIA — 11 October 2026 – The African Responsible Gaming Network (ARGN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs Sibongile Simelane-Quntana, Executive Director of the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF), as an Advisory Board Member of the Network. Her appointment marks an important step…
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Prize Competition Council Names Tom Banks Director
The Prize Competition Council has appointed Tom Banks, former FDJ UNITED Head of External Relations, as its first Executive Director as membership reaches 65.... Read More...
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Las Vegas Sands CEO Patrick Dumont says better economic relations between US and China would benefit all
Las Vegas Sands (LVS) Chairman and CEO Patrick Dumont has called on the United States and China to sort out […]
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Pavillion Payments names new CEO and chief revenue officer
Pavilion Payments has announced two key appointments to its executive leadership team, with Mary Beth Higgins being named chief executive officer, and Alyssa Beaver promoted to chief revenue officer. Both appointments are effective immediately, the Las Vegas-based company announced Friday. Higgins joined Pavilion as i…
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Exclusivo: “É uma insanidade o que foi feito no nosso mercado”, declara Edson Lenzi, CEO da PayBrokers
A medida provisória que determinou o fim das apostas online no Brasil foi um dos assuntos mais comentados durante a SBC Summit Lisboa, realizada na semana passada. O CEO da […] O post Exclusivo: “É uma insanidade o que foi feito no nosso mercado”, declara Edson Lenzi, CEO da PayBrokers apareceu primeiro em iGaming Bra…
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Sideline Moves: Stewart leaves Chelsea by mutual consent
Insider Sport’s weekly roundup spotlighting the key moves shaping the business of sport. Laurence Stewart is leaving Chelsea as Co-Sporting Director. Julian Metherell begins a term as Marylebone Cricket Club President, and Munster Rugby name Avan Lee Interim CEO. Elsewhere, Nottinghamshire confirmed Michael Temple as …
Read summary →Jonas Groes, EveryMatrix Co-CEO: keeping close tabs on global prospects
After building up an enviable presence in many of Europe’s more established betting markets, EveryMatrix, like many others in this industry, has its sights set on the emerging ones in 2027. The company has spent much of 2026 entrenching its position. Deals are now in place with a range of iGaming operators – BetCenter…
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Bally’s Colombo CEO Tony Macmillan talks Sri Lanka casino market and regulations
Inside Asian Gaming spoke at length with Tony Macmillan, CEO of Bally’s Colombo, about the property’s offerings and ongoing initiatives […]
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Washington: Emerald Queen names Richard Harp as its new chief marketing officer
Emerald Queen Casino (EQC) has named Richard Harp as its new chief marketing officer. Harp brings nearly two decades of experience in the gaming industry, with a background in casino marketing, customer loyalty, and analytics. Harp most recently served as vice president of marketing at Bally’s Chicago. Throughout his …
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O mercado regulado de apostas do Brasil ficou às escuras. O que acontece agora com a demanda?
Neste artigo, André Moreira, CEO da Vexia, avalia os riscos de migração de apostadores do mercado regulado de apostas para sites ilegais. Ele defende uma regulamentação adequada associada a educação financeira e digital.
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New Coljuegos chief has family ties to president’s right-hand man
Jaime Vives Pinedo, who was appointed to the top job at Coljuegos earlier this month, has no prior experience in the gambling industry or public sector, according to sources The post New Coljuegos chief has family ties to president’s right-hand man appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Emanuel Macedo de Medeiros: O problema da ludopatia e do endividamento não se combate por decreto
Em entrevista exclusiva ao iGaming Business, o CEO global da Sport Integrity Global Alliance (SIGA) e presidente e CEO da SIGA LATIN AMERICA, alerta que a proibição das apostas esportivas no Brasil pode ampliar o mercado clandestino, reduzir a proteção aos jogadores e comprometer a integridade e o financiamento do esp…
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UK Tote Group to prioritise World Pool offering amid CEO transition
As part of a broader restructering the operator will wind down its online betting business, outside of the World Pool product.
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Dieter John, FEG CEO: vision is nothing without the engine behind it
“Heritage is an asset, not an anchor,” asserts Dieter John, Chief Executive Officer of FEG (Fortuna Entertainment Group), as the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) gambling group readies itself for what it believes is a coming wave of consolidation in the region. The CEE markets have caught a lot of attention in recent …
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David Hopkins joins Yggdrasil as Chief Transformation Officer
Hopkins will work across the entire organisation – Product, Technology, Commercial, Marketing, Finance and Legal Yggdrasil Gaming is delighted to announce the appointment of David Hopkins as Chief Transformation Officer, a major senior hire as the business moves into the next phase of its growth. Hopkins brings extens…
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S Gaming Appoints Michelle Brown as Commercial Manager Ahead of Market Expansion
S Gaming Limited has appointed Michelle Brown as Commercial Manager as the slot provider prepares to launch in several new regulated markets. Brown joins the company ahead of planned launches in the Netherlands, Sweden, Spain and Canada, where S Gaming is looking to expand its international presence. She brings more t…
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Alex Frost calls time as UK Tote Group CEO with ex-GiG COO to step in
Alex Frost is stepping down as the Chief Executive Officer of the UK Tote Group, ending a near-decade-long stint in the leadership role at the pool betting operator. Frost played a critical role in the creation of the UK Tote Group, which was set up in 2019 with the backing of the Alizeti racehorse owners’ […]
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Allwyn appoints Betsson veteran Fredrik Ögren as group CTO
The leadership change comes a month after a new head of responsible gaming was named.
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S Gaming Appoints Michelle Brown as Commercial Manager
S Gaming appoints Michelle Brown as Commercial Manager as the slot provider prepares launches in the Netherlands, Sweden, Spain and Canada.... Read More...
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Flutter Entertainment names Edward Traynor interim CLO
Liu notified Flutter’s board of his resignation on September 28, after coming out of retirement in April 2025 to take the CLO role on what was meant to be a three-month basis, but ended up staying for around 18 months. Traynor, who has served as Flutter‘s group company secretary, took on the interim legal chief […]
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Tote confirms GiG COO James Coxon as new chief after NEXT.io requests comment
The Tote also revealed it will be moving to a B2B strategy The post Tote confirms GiG COO James Coxon as new chief after NEXT.io requests comment appeared first on NEXT.io.
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New Hampshire’s Charitable Gaming Rules Are Lagging Behind as the Industry Grows
New Hampshire’s gaming sector is enjoying steady growth, leading to more money for charities. At the same time, critics are wary of the suboptimal oversight of how the charity money is managed, arguing that stricter control is needed. Critics Say That There Is No Sufficient Oversight Under New Hampshire’s casino regul…
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Mindway CEO sees opportunity to revolutionize problem gambling treatment
A year and a half ago, Mindway AI CEO Rasmus Kjaergaard admitted he was a bit frustrated with his company’s progress in the United States. “We tend to forget that the American online market is actually still a young market, less than 10 years old,” Kjaergaard told CDC Gaming. “And if you look into how... Read more » S…
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Allwyn names former Betsson director Fredrik Ögren as CTO
Ögren will take over from Brett Cross, who had been serving as interim CTO The post Allwyn names former Betsson director Fredrik Ögren as CTO appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Allwyn Names Fredrik Ögren Group CTO
Allwyn Expands Its Digital Leadership Allwyn has appointed Fredrik Ögren, the former Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Betsson Group, as… The post Allwyn Names Fredrik Ögren Group CTO appeared first on iGaming Express.
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MGCB's Jasmine Moreland joins ELG 40 Under 40 Class of 2027
Selected from hundreds of nominations
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Betsson Group Renames betFIRST to Betsson in Belgium
Betsson Group has decided to transition its flagship brand, betFIRST, in Belgium to a more uniform brand identity under Betsson. The rebranding is part of a consolidation strategy that has been ongoing globally and is in effect from Monday, October 5. betFIRST joined the Betsson Group portfolio back in 2023, when the …
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EGT Digital CEO Vladimir Dokov named Leader of the Year at SBC Awards 2026
Industry recognition
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Racecourse Media Group Appoints Roger Hall as Independent Non-Executive Director
Racecourse Media Group (RMG) has appointed Roger Hall as an Independent Non-Executive Director, adding more than 25 years of international sports media, broadcasting and technology experience to its Board. Hall has held senior executive and board positions across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific…
Read summary →Allwyn Appoints Fredrik Ögren as Group CTO
Allwyn has appointed former Betsson Group executive Fredrik Ögren as Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Ögren will report to Kresimir Spajic, CEO... Read More...
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BK8 News joins Aston Martin Aramco F1 team as global partner
The deal marks BK8 News’s second major motorsport sponsorship in two years, following its title backing of Gresini… The post BK8 News joins Aston Martin Aramco F1 team as global partner appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Vladimir Dokov Recognised as Leader of the Year at SBC Awards 2026
EGT Digital CEO Vladimir Dokov has been named Leader of the Year at the SBC Awards 2026, marking another significant achievement for... Read More...
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Vladimir Dokov reconocido como Líder del Año en los Premios SBC 2026
EGT Digital CEO, Vladimir Dokov, ha sido nombrado Líder del Año en los SBC Awards 2026, marcando otro importante logro para la... Leer más... La entrada Vladimir Dokov reconocido como Líder del Año en los Premios SBC 2026 se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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FairPlay Sports Media Appoints Hannah Buitekant as Chief Growth Officer
Former dmg media Senior Executive to lead group’s next growth phase through enhanced partnerships and revenue opportunities FairPlay Sports Media, the global sports media network fuelled by data and powered by fans, has announced the appointment of Hannah Buitekant as its Chief Growth Officer. Buitekant brings close t…
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UKGC calls on Allwyn to lead the way on player safety
The UKGC acting CEO told Allwyn that it is expected "to be at the forefront in terms of determining and demonstrating best practice when it comes to protecting players" The post UKGC calls on Allwyn to lead the way on player safety appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Flutter appoints Edward Traynor interim CLO as Don Liu retires
Liu came out of retirement to take the interim role on an initial three-month basis last April The post Flutter appoints Edward Traynor interim CLO as Don Liu retires appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Cabinet Approves New Board Members for National Gambling Board, South Africa
Following the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 23 September 2026, the South African Cabinet approved executive appointments of board members to the National Gambling Board (NGB), subject to standard qualification checks and security clearances. The appointments mark a major governance milestone, restoring permanent statu…
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RMG Appoints Andrew Demaria as First Chief Content Officer
Racecourse Media Group (RMG) has appointed Andrew Demaria as its first Chief Content Officer, with the experienced media executive set to join the company on October 6. Demaria brings more than 25 years of experience in the media industry to the newly created position, having previously held senior leadership roles at…
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BizAcuityʼs GAMWIT joins the Flows Marketplace, turning AI-powered player insights into real-time action
Flows, iGamingʼs orchestration platform, today announced that BizAcuityʼs AI-powered analytics platform, GAMWIT, has joined the Flows Marketplace. The availability of GAMWIT on the Flows Marketplace gives operators and platform partners a faster way to connect predictive player insights with the systems and tools they…
Read summary →Kalshi Joins Czech Gambling Blacklist
Kalshi Added To Czech List As of 30 September 2026, the Czech Ministry of Finance added Kalshi.com to its List… The post Kalshi Joins Czech Gambling Blacklist appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →Marco Materazzi Joins Bloko Padel Tour as Ambassador for Rome Grand Finale
“I’ve always believed the best things happen when passion meets competition,” Materazzi said. “Padel has that same fire I found on… The post Marco Materazzi Joins Bloko Padel Tour as Ambassador for Rome Grand Finale appeared first on iGaming Express.
Read summary →FairPlay Sports Media Names Buitekant Growth Chief
FairPlay Sports Media has appointed Hannah Buitekant as Chief Growth Officer to lead its growth strategy across media partners and iGaming operators.... Read More...
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Downstream Development Authority appoints Rod Centers CEO of Saracen Casino Resort
25 years of experience in operations
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Sideline Moves: Ex-Svensk Elitfotboll boss joins Solidsport
Insider Sport’s weekly roundup spotlighting the key moves shaping the business of sport. In this week’s edition, Former Svensk Elitfotboll secretary-general Mats Enquist became chairman of Solidsport, while LFP Media appointed Nathalie Nénon-Zimmermann as director of partnerships. Catherine Frey joined the WTA Tour Bo…
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Blokotech Names Marco Materazzi Ambassador for Bloko Padel Tour
Blokotech has appointed former Italian international and World Cup winner Marco Materazzi as an ambassador for the Bloko Padel Tour. The former Inter Milan defender will join the iGaming software provider at SiGMA World in Rome on Wednesday, 4 November, making a special appearance as part of the Bloko Padel Tour. The …
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2026 G2E Review: Gretzky, top industry CEOs take the stage at world’s largest gambling conference
A hockey legend, a host of leading Vegas casino execs and the fight against prediction markets stood out at the annual show.
Read summary →Five-Minute Focus: Highlight Games on driving engagement through virtual sports
In our latest five-minute focus, where we shine a spotlight on a key trend in igaming, Highlight Games CEO Steven Holmes talks to EGR's Nosa Omoigui about becoming the 'YouTube of virtual sports'
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Márcio Falcão propõe fusão das associações de apostas em uma única entidade nacional
CEO da CDA Gaming sugere a criação da "NewCo", entidade com autorregulação, publicidade responsável e ouvidoria própria, e cobra uma mea-culpa do mercado pelos excessos de mídia num momento em que a MP das bets ameaça o setor The post Márcio Falcão propõe fusão das associações de apostas em uma única entidade nacional…
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Enteractive appoints Stephen Parry as group CEO
The firm's retention and reactivation proposition has been built on human engagement, though Parry's role will be in part to incorporate new technology and AI capabilities The post Enteractive appoints Stephen Parry as group CEO appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Stephen Parry succeeds Mikael Hansson as Enteractive Group CEO
The appointment signals a deliberate shift towards international scale, with founder Mikael Hansson stepping back from day-to-day operations… The post Stephen Parry succeeds Mikael Hansson as Enteractive Group CEO appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Former gaming CEO Gavin Isaacs takes advisory seat on GLI board
Formal appointment awaits regulators
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NCPG Director Resigns as Kalshi Partnership Under Review
Less than a year after being appointed to the role, Heather Maurer is stepping down as executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). Heather Maurer to Leave NCPG Executive Director Role in October Maurer’s resignation was confirmed by the NCPG on September 28. She will stay with the organizati…
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White Hat Gaming appoints Leon Thomas as Chief Commercial Officer
The former Hard Rock Digital and Entain executive will lead commercial growth as White Hat Gaming targets operators… The post White Hat Gaming appoints Leon Thomas as Chief Commercial Officer appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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