2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Former TikTok Exec to Lead PickGuru as it Receives UK Gaming License
Social gaming platform PickGuru is entering the UK gaming space. The move comes following the approval of its license by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). Since it's a platform that emphasizes social interaction, it's no surprise that its new CEO will be...
Australian Professional Leagues Goes Against Grain, Announces Neds as New Wagering Sponsor
While some sports organizations in Australia are shying away from gambling-related partnerships, the Australia Professional Leagues (APL) are embracing theirs. It recently brought Entain's Neds are on board as its official wagering sponsor. Under a two-year agreement, the Neds is now the...
Belgian Sportsbook Legality Under Fire as Gambling Commission Seeks Royal Change
Certain sportsbooks in Belgium might either be forced out of business or be forced to pay big money to continue operating. The Belgian Gambling Commission (BGC) wants a clearer definition of what constitutes a legal sportsbook. Depending on the outcome, this could impact...
Czech Republic’s Sazka Entertainment Rebranding to Allwyn for Global Operations
Sazka Entertainment has decided to realign its operations. The gambling company out of the Czech Republic has used different names over the years, but that is now changing. Going forward, all of its operations will fall under the Allwyn name. The company...
IMG Arena Becomes Part of the International Betting Integrity Association
IMG Arena is the latest sports-related entity to join the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). The sports betting service provider and content hub is now an associate member of the organization. The addition brings the group's total to more than 60 global...
Nagasaki Changing IR Design to Make It More Appealing
The final design of Nagasaki's integrated resort (IR) could appear much different than previous drafts. The prefecture has updated the look of its project, although the cost will reportedly stay the same. Nagasaki decided to upgrade the architectural look of the IR...
Polish Sports Betting Operator STS Holding Rakes in Millions After Public Launch
STS Holding, the largest sports betting operator in Poland, went public last week on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (WSE). The launch was reportedly very successful, with millions of dollars collected. Now, STS is trying to figure out where to spend its newfound...
Catena Media Wraps up Share Buyback, Nets 2.3 Million Shares
Catena Media, the media company that built an empire focusing on the gaming industry, now has more shares in its possession. It has wrapped up a share buyback program it began in September, adding 2.3 million to its collection. Catena announced the...
South Korea’s Paradise Co. Watches as Revenue Drops More than 50 Percent
The latest results to hit Paradise Co might be a prelude of more trouble to come. The South Korean casino operator reported a month-on-month freefall of 53.6% in November sales. With COVID-19 once again causing concern, more trouble could lie ahead. Paradise...
Thailand to Explore Integrated Resorts to Spur Post Covid-19 Economy
Thailand might become the next country to embrace the integrated resort (IR) market. Its Parliament is reportedly soon to investigate whether casino gaming could be introduced to the country. Last week, Thailand's Parliament showed overwhelming support for the idea of exploring a...
