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Saracen Casino Welcomes New CEO Shortly After Terminating Two Executives
GamblingNews recently reported that Saracen Casino Resort, а Quapaw Nation-operated property, made the sudden decision to terminate two executive-level employees due to alleged misconduct. The casino has now come forward to announce the appointment of a new chief executive officer. Rod Centers to Step in as CEO This M…
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DR Gaming Technology appoints Koen De Wispelaere as CEO
DRGT to attend G2E at booth 4405
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California's Jamul Casino Resort names Chris Kelley as first CEO
Brings over 20 years of experience
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G2E: IGT CEO unveils massive rebranding to reflect new corporate strategy
As Global Gaming Expo(G2E) 2026 got underway on Monday, global suppler IGT took the opportunity to unveil a new brand identity that the company’s chief executive officer believes will transform its corporate identity. Following the acquisition Of IGT and fintech company Everi by Apollo Global Management, the combined …
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GCGRA head Ciarán Carruthers bringing Crown lessons to UAE’s emerging gaming market
Ciarán Carruthers says he learnt from his experience as CEO of Australia’s Crown Resorts the importance of greater collaboration between […]
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G2E: Corporate culture is paramount, Bluberi CEO says
A quote from the late Dolly Parton provided the epigraph for Bluberi CEO Andrew Burke’s September 28 Global Gaming Expo presentation. Burke’s subject was “Six Principles for Building a Great Brand.” Said Parton, “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” Burke expanded on that theme and ended his presentation with a…
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Ex-Entain chief Gavin Isaacs joins GLI board in advisory role
Isaacs stepped down as CEO of Entain last year after only five months.
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Hard Rock Casino Tejon names Mike Bean as property president
The Tejon Indian Tribe and Hard Rock Casino Tejon today announced the appointment of Mike Bean as property president. Bean joins Hard Rock Casino Tejon following his tenure as Chief Executive Officer of Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and will officially assume his new role on October 5. Bean brings more than 30 years of.…
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Former Scientific Games, Entain CEO Gavin Isaacs joins GLI as advisor to Board of Directors
Global test lab Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has announced the appointment of Gavin Isaacs – former CEO of Scientific Games […]
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Industry veteran Gavin Isaacs joins GLI’s Board of Directors
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has appointed gaming industry veteran Gavin Isaacs to its Board of Directors in an advisory capacity, pending regulatory review and approval. The post Industry veteran Gavin Isaacs joins GLI’s Board of Directors first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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DRGT appoints new Chief Executive
Former Group CFO Koen De Wispelaere announced as company CEO DR Gaming Technology (DRGT) has announced the appointment of former Group Chief Financial Officer and Executive Board Member, Koen De Wispelaere, as its new Chief Executive Officer. Having joined the Company in 2015, De Wispelaere has worked side-by-side wit…
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Swivel CEO: New verticals to overtake US iGaming in 2026
Pedersen estimates that the combined GGR equivalent of sweepstakes, prediction markets, card rips and advanced-deposit wagering will outstrip US iCasino this year The post Swivel CEO: New verticals to overtake US iGaming in 2026 appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Sideline Moves: Mbappé leaves Nike for On
Insider Sport’s weekly roundup spotlighting the key moves shaping the business of sport. Kylian Mbappé ended a near-20-year Nike relationship to sign with Swiss brand On, which also named Thierry Henry its Director of Football. RAJ Sports named Mike Whitehead its first CEO, the Los Angeles Clippers appointed John Gibs…
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Tim Neil steps down as General Manager of Hann Reserve Golf
Tim Neil has stepped down as General Manager of Hann Reserve Golf, the eco-luxury golf and lifestyle estate being developed […]
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Dilanti Media enters “next phase of development” with CEO transition
Dilanti Media has initiated a top-level leadership transition, with founder and Chief Executive Officer, Johan Styren, moving into the position as Chairman. The Malta-based iGaming affiliate group, set up by Styren in 2018, has chosen Daniel Prado as its founder’s successor in the CEO position. He has been working at …
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B1 CEO: The bigger strategy B1 is taking to SBC Lisbon
B1 CEO Alex Iaroshenko shares how B1 is expanding its product ambitions, what’s driving its latest launches and what operators can expect at SBC Lisbon. What does B1’s current portfolio say about where the company is heading? Our portfolio reflects a broader transformation of B1. We started as a sales house, but today…
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SunBet leaning on land-based customer base to challenge online rivals
SunBet CEO believes the digital brand is third largest in South Africa, but still lags behind incumbents Betway and Hollywoodbets.
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Sands China appoints Hera Siu as independent non-executive director
Sands China appoints ex-Cisco executive Hera Siu as independent non-executive director, effective September 23rd, succeeding Steven Strasser. The post Sands China appoints Hera Siu as independent non-executive director first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →Super Technologies joins global think tank forum
Super Technologies has been welcomed as a strategic partner to international non-profit organisation the Atlantic Council. By joining the organisation, Super Technologies has a founding partners of the AC’s Power of Sports Center, bringing global sports leadership together to improve the sporting opportunities and dev…
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OKTO PAYMENTS names Marcos Techera as Managing Director for LatAm
OKTO PAYMENTS has appointed Marcos Techera as managing director for Latin America, tasking him with leading the company’s regional operations and commercial growth as it expands its payment infrastructure and services across the market. The post OKTO PAYMENTS names Marcos Techera as Managing Director for LatAm first a…
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Dennis Rodman Joins BetUS
BetUS Adds Basketball History to Its Sports Entertainment Profile BetUS has signed Dennis Rodman as a brand ambassador, bringing the five-time… The post Dennis Rodman Joins BetUS appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Right of reply: Bryan Blake responds to NEXT.io’s Hexopay article
Former Hexopay CEO Bryan Blake has exercised his right of reply following NEXT.io’s 21 September investigation. His response is published below in full. The post Right of reply: Bryan Blake responds to NEXT.io’s Hexopay article appeared first on NEXT.io.
Read summary →Take The A-Train With BGaming
BGaming CEO Marina Ostrovtsova is one of iGaming’s most direct and intriguing leaders, writes Lauren Harrison. Known for her no-holds-barred appetite for... Read More...
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Toma el A‑Train con BGaming
La CEO de BGaming, Marina Ostrovtsova, es una de las líderes más directas e interesantes del iGaming, escribe Lauren Harrison. Conocida por... Leer más... La entrada Toma el A‑Train con BGaming se publicó primero en iGaming Futuro.
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Soft2Bet Expands Senior B2B Team with Senior Appointments
Soft2Bet, a leading iGaming turnkey platform solutions provider, has appointed James Hancock as Vice President of B2B Marketing and Harry Heynes as... Read More...
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OpenBet appoints Nikos Konstakis as chief executive
The appointment takes effect at year-end, with Levin moving to chairman 18 months after the $450m management buyout… The post OpenBet appoints Nikos Konstakis as chief executive appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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OpenBet Names Konstakis CEO as Levin Becomes Chair
Online betting & gaming technology provider OpenBet has announced a major leadership transition. According to the company, its current chief executive officer, Jordan Levin, will transition to the role of chairman. At the same time, the experienced Nikos Konstakis will step in as CEO. OpenBet Chooses Konstakis as Its …
Read summary →OpenBet ready for Nikos Konstakis to take over leadership
OpenBet’s Chief Product Officer, Nikos Konstakis, will step up to become the gambling tech firm’s Chief Executive Officer at the end of 2026. Acting Group CEO Jordan Levin will instead transition to a Chairman role, maintaining his commitment to help shape the company’s long-term strategy. Konstakis will move away fro…
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Soft2Bet strengthens B2B push with Hancock and Heynes appointments
Soft2Bet has expanded its commercial leadership team with the appointments of James Hancock as Vice President of B2B Marketing and Harry Heynes as Business Development Director, as the platform provider targets further growth across regulated markets. The appointments form part of Soft2Bet’s ongoing expansion of its B…
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IGT names Jamie Knight as Chief Studios Officer as Jean Venneman prepares to retire
Appointment takes effect Jan. 1, 2027
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The Special One Special: Bet It Drives returns with José Mourinho
The passenger seat has seen founders, CEOs, and industry leaders. This time, it belongs to The Special One. Bet It Drives is back, with José Mourinho joining Yevhen Krazhan, CSO at GR8_TECH and host of Bet It Drives, for one of the show’s biggest rides yet, through the streets of Madrid. Mourinho is back at Real Madri…
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OpenBet appoints Nikos Konstakis as new CEO
Nikos Konstakis will replace Jordan Levin, who is transitioning to the role of chairman at the end of the year The post OpenBet appoints Nikos Konstakis as new CEO appeared first on NEXT.io.
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OpenBet names Nikos Konstakis as CEO, as Jordan Levin becomes chairman
Jordan Levin led the company through its management buyout of Endeavor last year. He has led the business since 2021.
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OpenBet appoints Nikos Konstakis as Chief Executive Officer
Jordan Levin transitions to role of Chairman OpenBet has announced the appointment of Nikos Konstakis as Chief Executive Officer, effective at the end of the year. Jordan Levin will transition to the role of Chairman, where he will continue to play an active role in shaping OpenBet’s long-term strategy. The appointmen…
Read summary →Q&A: Harry Heynes joins Soft2Bet as Business Development Director
Soft2Bet has unveiled Harry Heynes as its new Business Development Director, who will work on growing the commercial capabilities of the B2C and B2B company. As he joins the company, Heynes speaks to SBC News about why he joined the company, what challenges he wants to help operators solve and his ambitions in his new…
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OpenBet announces Nikos Konstakis as Chief Executive Officer
OpenBet has appointed Nikos Konstakis as CEO, effective at the end of the year, while Jordan Levin moves to Chairman and will remain active in long-term strategy. The post OpenBet announces Nikos Konstakis as Chief Executive Officer first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
Read summary →SARGF Joins SAACDHE to Promote Gambling Harm Reduction in Southern African Higher Education
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) recently participated in the 2026 SAACDHE Conference, aiming to integrate gambling harm reduction into the broader higher education wellbeing agenda. The Southern African Association for Counselling and Development in Higher Education (SAACDHE), an organization…
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Pateplay Joins BEGE Expo as an Exhibitor
BEGE Expo are delighted to welcome Pateplay to BEGE Expo as one of its exhibitors. As a dynamic player in the gaming... Read More...
Read summary →Exclusivo: “A gente está passando por uma grande reestruturação”, afirma Guilherme Basani, da Revfy
Uma empresa fundada por um brasileiro dentro do México. Assim Guilherme Basani, cofundador e CEO da RevFy, resumiu a relação entre a companhia e o SiGMA North America 2026, realizado […] O post Exclusivo: “A gente está passando por uma grande reestruturação”, afirma Guilherme Basani, da Revfy apareceu primeiro em iGam…
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Renzo Escalante recibe The Bizz Award Projects 2026 por su propuesta NEUROSAFE iGAMING
El CEO de Clases Play, Play Advisors y Magic Touch Consulting fue reconocido en la categoría Proyectos de Consultoría por una iniciativa que integra neurociencias, inteligencia artificial y análisis del comportamiento en el sector iGaming. Después de más de dos décadas de experiencia en la industria del gaming e iGami…
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Hoiana actively pursuing locals gaming but process acknowledged as lengthy
The CEO of Vietnam’s Hoiana Resort & Golf said the property is actively pursuing the addition of locals gaming to […]
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Altenar appoints Mitchell Harrison as Sales Director to lead European and North American growth
New appointment
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RMG Names Ex-National Lottery CEO Nigel Railton as Chair
Racecourse Media Group (RMG), the holding company responsible for media and data rights for a host of horse racing destinations, announced the appointment of a new chairman. The one up to the task is the experienced Nigel Railton, who has spent years as the CEO of the previous National Lottery custodian, Camelot. Rail…
Read summary →ComeOn rejigs leadership team with Finland plans in place
ComeOn Group has appointed three key figures to its leadership team as part of its next growth phase. The Malta-headquartered operator has onboarded Alex Woodhams as Chief Product Officer, Sara Nunes as General Manager for Finland and Kristoffer Ottosson as Director of IT Operations. It also has a new Chief Operating …
Read summary →Altenar names Mitchell Harrison as Sales Director
Brings over 20 years of experience Mitchell Harrison, Sales Director at Altenar.
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Racecourse Media Group appoints former Camelot CEO as chair
Nigel Railton worked across several senior roles in almost 20 years with former National Lottery operator Camelot and will replace outgoing chair Conor Grant The post Racecourse Media Group appoints former Camelot CEO as chair appeared first on NEXT.io.
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Altenar Appoints Mitchell Harrison as Sales Director to Lead European and North American Growth
Altenar has appointed Mitchell Harrison as Sales Director, strengthening its commercial team as the sportsbook technology provider continues to expand its footprint across Europe and North America. Harrison brings more than 20 years of experience in sales and business development, including eight years in iGaming and …
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Terragon appoints Tim French as Commercial Director to spearhead next phase of growth
Terragon has appointed Tim French as Commercial Director as the Player Account Management (PAM) software developer prepares to expand its presence across the iGaming market. French joins the company with several years of industry experience, having previously worked with gameplay intelligence specialist Greco and real…
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Light & Wonder appoints Muthu Palanichamy as Senior Vice President & General Manager of Global Systems
Sixteen-year company veteran leads continued growth and evolution of global Systems business Light & Wonder has appointed Muthu Palanichamy as Senior Vice President & General Manager, Global Systems. Palanichamy, who assumed the role last month, leads the company’s global Systems business. In this role, he oversees pr…
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Farewell: Two Carl Icahn Appointees Resign From Caesars Board
Two directors appointed to the Caesars Entertainment board at the direction of activist investor Carl Icahn have stepped down from their positions, adding yet another layer to the ongoing takeover saga that surrounds the casino operator. Lynn and Papapostolou Out Effective Immediately Caesars disclosed in a new filing…
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Racecourse Media Group announces appointment of Nigel Railton as its new Chair
Racecourse Media Group (RMG) has appointed Nigel Railton as its new Chair, with the former Camelot UK CEO set to take up the position on October 1. Railton brings board-level, commercial and leadership experience across media, consumer-facing businesses and highly regulated industries. He currently serves as Chair of …
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iGaming Leader Appoints Michael Baker-Mosley as Fractional Chief Growth Officer
iGaming Leader, the executive peer group supporting leaders across the global iGaming industry to accelerate their careers, businesses and personal ambitions, has... Read More...
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Catena Media names Martin Zetterlund as interim CTO
It’s expected that Zetterlund will lead Catena Media’s technology functions while the company continues to search for a permanent replacement. At the same time, he will report directly to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Manuel Stan. CEO Manuel Stan commented: “Martin has followed our technology work closely from the boa…
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CreateFuture appoints Bennett and Wright to expand iGaming AI consultancy practice
The hires signal a shift in operator AI investment priorities, away from technical barriers and towards business case,… The post CreateFuture appoints Bennett and Wright to expand iGaming AI consultancy practice appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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SBC Summit appoints Press Box PR as media partner for third consecutive year
SBC has appointed Press Box PR as its media and public relations partner for SBC Summit Lisbon 2026 for the third consecutive year. The post SBC Summit appoints Press Box PR as media partner for third consecutive year first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Light & Wonder appoints company veteran Muthu Palanichamy as Senior Vice President & General Manager, Global Systems
Global gaming supplier Light & Wonder has named Muthu Palanichamy as its new Senior Vice President & General Manager, Global […]
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Caesars confirms FTC seeks more merger details, two board members step down
Caesars Entertainment confirmed Thursday that two board members appointed at the request of investor Carl Ichan have resigned from their positions. The company informed the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in an 8-K filing that Jesse Lynn, general counsel of Icahn Enterprises, and Ted Papapostolou, CEO of IEP, …
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Light & Wonder appoints Muthu Palanichamy senior vice president & general manager, Global Systems
Light & Wonder on Thursday announced the appointment of Muthu Palanichamy senior vice president & general manager, Global Systems. Palanichamy, who assumed the role in August, leads the company’s Global Systems business, where he oversees product strategy and roadmap, R&D, delivery and operations, and customer engagem…
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Gaming Laboratories International appoints four sales directors
Gaming Laboratories International on Thursday announced four sales director promotions across its EMEIA operation: Francesca Badon, director of account management, EMEIA Alberto Ruiz-Ocaña, director of business development, EMEIA Caio Parry, director of account management, EMEIA Antonino Santangelo, director of accoun…
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