Posts From: November 2020

IBIA reports 76 cases of suspicious betting

The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) reported 76 cases of suspicious betting to the relevant authorities during the third quarter (Q3) of 2020. The total is 31% higher than the...

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Sportech extends licensing agreement with Veikkaus

Sportech has announced the extension of its agreement with Veikkaus of Finland for the ongoing licensing and support of its Quantum™ pari-mutuel betting system. In addition to the extension agreement,...

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BGC urges Government to follow the science and allow casinos and bookies to re-open after lockdown

The Betting and Gaming Council has called on the Government to take a “science-led approach” and allow casinos and betting shops to safely re-open when the latest England-wide Covid lockdown...

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888poker Introduces New “Made To Play” Poker Platform

After more than 24 months of extensive testing and steadfast development, the 888poker’s new branded poker platform, Poker8, has finally been unveiled and is reading to be launched globally. Gili...

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UKGC seeks views on identifying and tackling gambling harm

The Gambling Commission is calling for views from the industry, consumers and other stakeholders on stronger requirements on online operators to identify consumers who may be at risk of gambling...

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Scientific Games sets Melbourne Cup wagering record

Scientific Games reports that its OpenSports™ customers processed unprecedented record-breaking account transactions during this weeks Melbourne Cup. Despite Australia’s most famous annual thoroughbred horse race taking place behind closed doors,...

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Bet-at-home granted German betting licence

The Regional Council in Darmstadt granted the application of bet-at-home.com Internet Ltd for a nationwide concession for sports betting in Germany on November 2, 2020. The bet-at-home.com AG Group is...

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GVC Holding estimates £43mln hit from new COVID-19 lockdowns

GVC Holdings has released an update regarding the impact of enforced store closures across UK and European retail as a result of further restrictions due to Covid-19. The well-being, safety...

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SportPesa Kenya return put on hold

The Kenya Betting Control and Licensing Board, has put a stop to Sportpesa’s attempt at re-entering the Kenyan market. This came hours after SportPesa Chief Executive (CEO) Ronald Karauri announced...

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IGT extend contract with Western Canada Lottery

IGT Canada Solutions ULC, has signed a contract extension with the Western Canada Lottery Corporation to upgrade WCLC’s video lottery system and to continue its role as central systems provider...

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