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Betgenius revamps brand identity

10 Aug 2016

Data-driven software provider Betgenius has completed a brand overhaul with the launch of a new website and logo following its merger with Sporting Pulse International under a new parent company Genius Sports. The London-headquartered company sports a new, modern and clean look which brings it in line with Genius Sports’ branding, designed to reflect the …

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Betfred backs Gloryhunter football app

10 Aug 2016

Wearegloryhunter.com has entered into an exclusive partnership with UK-based bookmaker Betfred. The Gloryhunter app differs from other fantasy football offers in that club/player loyalty may not be advantageous as players try to find the best path to earn the most points. Under the terms of the partnership, Betfred will provide updated odds for each match …

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Fun88 named Asian and Latin American partner for Tottenham Hotspurs

10 Aug 2016

English Premier League football club Tottenham Hotspurs “The Club” named betting operator FUN88 its official betting partner in the Asian and Latin American territories for the second time. The two-year agreement will see the Club and FUN88 work together through a range of online and offline activities. The Club, with over 200 million supporters across …

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Oulala in platform deal with Game Interaction

10 Aug 2016

Malta-based daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator and B2B provider Oulala.com has tapped into the Italian market following a partnership deal agreed with gaming platform provider Game Interaction Group Ltd. Game Interaction Group, will serve as Oulala’s exclusive partner in Italy and will aid further expansion in other European countries. “Italy is the next logical destination …

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Bovada sells online poker asset to newbie Ignition Casino

10 Aug 2016

The announcement Tuesday by online gambling operator Bovada that it has sold its successful online poker asset to newbie company Ignition Casino has triggered much speculation on poker forums like twoplustwo, with posters examining the similarities between the two companies and trying guess at the rationale behind the deal. It appears that only the poker …

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New Quickspin slot ready for launch next week

10 Aug 2016

A new online slot from Swedish game developer Quickspin is due for launch August 16, titled Gold Lab and featuring a theme based on the ultimate alchemist’s goal – making gold. The theme of the 5 reel 25 pay-line game revolves around the amusing efforts of a nerdy scientist, with his antics driving an interactive …

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American Gaming Association to fight for legalised sports betting

10 Aug 2016

The American Gaming Association has commented on yesterday’s decision by the US 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals which probably ended New Jersey’s ambitions to by-pass the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act by legalising intrastate sports betting (see previous report), commenting that it is Washington’s responsibility to fix a clearly failed law. In a …

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Online casino operator in content deal with iSoftBet

10 Aug 2016

The London-based online gambling software and games provider iSoftBet announced another content deal Wednesday, this one with online casino operator BGO, which offers casino, bingo and slots titles to its growing customer base. The operator will now add iSoftBet’s entire gaming suite, comprising original slots and branded games in HTML5 and Flash, to its offering, …

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New EveryFan app could shake up the social betting sector

10 Aug 2016

Punters are being given the chance to cut out the bookmaker and take control with the launch of EveryFan, a new app set to transform the mobile betting experience, a statement from the developer claimed Wednesday. EveryFan players will be able to compete with their friends via a points system, choosing different bets both in-play …

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Realistic Games launches Goal! slot

10 Aug 2016

The UK-based online slots and table games supplier Realistic Games is hoping players will get a kick out of their latest slot title, Goal! – a 5 reel, ten-win line game with a football theme featuring whistles, balls, boots, and trophies. A bonus round is awarded when each reel contains three of the same symbol …

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Unibet goes live with bespoke slot

10 Aug 2016

Swedish online table game and slots specialist Play’n GO’s bespoke title, Leprechaun Goes to Hell, is now live exclusively at a number of Unibet Group sites. The premium exclusive title is the fifth produced by the Swedish supplier specifically for the Stockholm-listed operator, a statement Wednesday disclosed. Leprechaun Goes to Hell features devilish muse Evilene, …

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UKGC disputes Betowen licensing claim

10 Aug 2016

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has posted notice advising consumers beware of SmartLive Casino-powered online sports betting operator Betowen.com. Betowen claims on its website that it is “fully regulated and licensed in the United Kingdom under licence number 000-002715-R-103240-006, however the notice published Tuesday warns consumers it is in fact not licensed by the UKGC. …

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Betstars appoint former mybet exec

10 Aug 2016

The sudden resignation of mybet chief executive officer late last month is followed by the news that Zeno Osskó will be taking on the role of managing director for Rational Group’s BetStars brand from mid September 2016. The mybet notice explained Osskó had relinquished his role to “pursue other personal and professional challenges” and was …

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New Jersey sports betting dealt serious setback

10 Aug 2016

The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit dealt New Jersey’s hopes of offering sports betting in the state a serious blow when it upheld the Federal Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) by a 10-2 margin on Tuesday. “It’s a resounding defeat for New Jersey,” Matthew Stiegler, an appellate lawyer and …

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Philweb fails to convince PAGCOR

10 Aug 2016

Embattled PhilWeb failed to convince the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) to extend its contract in last minute talks held Tuesday, GMA News reports. Dennis Valdes, PhilWeb president told GMA the company will wind down the services it has provided to PAGCOR e-Games outlets since 2003 but will continue to operate the company as …

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Playstudios acquire Scene53

10 Aug 2016

U.S. casino games developer PLAYSTUDIOS has acquired the Tel-Aviv-based game studio credited with creating its latest mobile app for an undisclosed consideration. Scene53 and PLAYSTUDIOS jointly developed the new POP! Slots app which allows players to play in groups, share jackpots, and interact with friends as they explore virtual versions of iconic Las Vegas resorts. …

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NYX Gaming group take on Gamevy content

10 Aug 2016

NYX Gaming Group is the latest to sign up for online gambling games developer start-up Gamevy content following a similar deal with the Quickfire platform last week (see previous report). Gamevy’s innovative content will be integrated into NYX OGS for distribution to its operators and include original skill gameshow titles such as The Heist and …

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Will Hill rejects Rank/888 bid proposal

9 Aug 2016

William Hill has acknowledged receipt of an “unsolicited” non-binding, highly conditional proposal from 888 Holdings plc and The Rank Group plc laying out the proposal conditions regarding a potential combination of the three companies as: – an inter-conditional all-share merger of 888 and Rank, with 888 acting as the acquiring entity, to create BidCo, which …

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Rank/888 consortium bid GBP 3.6 billion for Will Hill

9 Aug 2016

Initial media reports suggest Rank Group and 888 Holdings have partnered to formally submit a GBP 3.6 Billion bid for William Hill following a week of speculation and a rather lukewarm response from William Hill on the prospects of a bid at the time. According to the Financial Times, the Rank/888 consortium has offered 364p …

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Zynga appoint COO

9 Aug 2016

Social gaming developer Zynga Inc. has appointed Matt Bromberg (49) as chief operating officer reporting directly to chief executive officer Frank Gibeau. Bromberg will oversee Zynga’s Business Operations and Strategy, Technology, IT, Data Science, Visual Design and Global Player Experience teams, as well as the Company’s Bangalore, India-based game studio. He brings deep operating experience …

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New Premier League sponsorship deals

9 Aug 2016

Asian-facing betting and gaming firm TLCBET is the latest to be named an official betting and gaming partner to Premier League division Middlesbrough Football Club whose marketing efforts will be specific to the Asian region. TLCBET’s branding will feature prominently on pitch-side LED advertising, the official club website and social media channels. In a similar …

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NZRB and Tabcorp awarded commingling authorisation

9 Aug 2016

The New Zealand Commerce Commission (NZCC) has given preliminary authorisation to the New Zealand Racing Board (NZRB) to commingle totalisator horse and greyhound racing betting pools with Tabcorp Wagering Manager in Australia. There are public benefits to commingling between the NZRB and Tabcorp despite a lessening of competition, the NZCC opined. The preliminary authorisation includes …

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Huuuge raises $4.6 million in Series B funding round

9 Aug 2016

California-based social casino games developer Huuuge Inc. recently completed a Series B investment round led by Asia Pacific-based investors Woori Technology Investment. The Series B financing round raised $4.6 million which will be used to further growth in the social casino market. “Our real-time multiplayer approach is a game changer and we are on a …

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Betsson sign up for Red Tiger Gaming content

9 Aug 2016

Red Tiger Gaming signed another content supply deal this week with high profile Swedish operator Betsson. Under the new partnership, a selection of Red Tiger Gaming titles have been added to the Benson’s Casino & Live Casino portfolio including its popular Lucky Wizard and Winter Wonders games. Both these games were recently adapted for Betfair …

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