Entain has announced the appointment of Dafne Guisard as Chief Operations Officer (COO), a strategic move to enhance the company’s growth and innovation. With extensive experience in global strategy and digital transformation, Guisard will lead Entain’s operations, focusing on strategic planning, M&A integration, and customer-centric initiatives. Set to begin her role in January 2024, Guisard’s […]
The NFL’s global footprint is growing, and so is the excitement among UK and Irish bettors. According to a new report from Entain, NFL betting activity in these regions has skyrocketed by an impressive 65% year-on-year, thanks to the 2024/25 NFL season and a string of high-profile London games. As more fans engage with the […]
UK gambling stocks took a significant hit following reports that the Labour Government is considering a £3bn tax hike on the gambling sector. With the industry under increasing scrutiny, shares in major operators like Entain, Flutter, and Rank Group have plummeted as investors brace for the potential financial impact. Read on to discover how this […]
Excited about the future of UK investment? The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has just welcomed the appointment of Poppy Gustafsson, the new UK Minister for Investment. With her vast experience in business and technology, Gustafsson is set to attract significant global investment, particularly ahead of the highly anticipated International Investment Summit. Curious about how […]
Simon Clare, a well-known figure in the horseracing and betting industry, has been appointed by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) as its new representative on the Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB). This move underscores the BGC’s commitment to bolstering the relationship between bookmakers and the horseracing sector. Clare’s wealth of experience is expected to […]
Entain Surpasses Expectations in H2 Trading Update Ahead of Key Investor Meetings Entain, a global leader in sports betting and gaming, is making headlines with a strong early H2 trading update that has exceeded market expectations. With investor meetings scheduled for the week of 9 September 2024, the company aims to showcase its positive momentum […]
Grainne Hurst Takes Helm as New BGC CEO, Leading the Charge for Industry Standards Grainne Hurst has officially assumed her role as the new CEO of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), marking a significant leadership shift for the UK’s leading standards body in the gambling sector. With extensive experience from her nearly decade-long tenure […]
Entain’s Sportingbet Takes Legal Action Against Sportingwin in Trademark Dispute In the ever-evolving landscape of online gambling, brand identity is paramount. When that identity is threatened, companies are quick to act to protect their market presence. In a recent legal confrontation, Entain, one of the world’s largest sports betting and gaming groups, has initiated legal […]
Dutch Court Orders Flutter and Entain to Refund Players for Grey Market Losses A Pioneering Verdict in Online Gambling—In a decisive legal development, the Overijssel District Court in the Netherlands has issued a groundbreaking ruling that compels Flutter Entertainment and Entain, two titans of the gambling industry, to return substantial sums lost by players during […]
Grainne Hurst Takes the Helm at BGC: A New Chapter in UK Betting and Gaming Leadership In a pivotal move for the UK’s betting and gaming industry, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has proudly announced Grainne Hurst as its new Chief Executive Officer. With an illustrious career at Entain, one of the industry’s behemoths, […]