CEO Appointment
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Economist and ROA Chair Jim Walker Appointed to BHA Board
The British Horseracing Authority has appointed economist and ROA Chair Dr Jim Walker to its board, replacing Charlie Parker. Walker joins amid industry concerns over Financial Risk Checks and frustration with the unchanged Horseracing Betting Levy.
PrizePicks appoints Peter Andreu as Senior Director of Revenue Operations
Peter Andreu has joined PrizePicks as Senior Director of Revenue Operations, bringing over seven years of experience from BetMGM. He will work alongside key executives and help drive the operator's partnerships, including its recently announced deal with the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena.
2026-07-20CEO AppointmentKatarína Polách Klčovská Named CEO of SYNOT Group in Leadership Restructuring
SYNOT Group has appointed Katarína Polách Klčovská as its first Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2026, tasking her with day-to-day management and strategic growth as the group professionalises its leadership structure.
Aristocrat Interactive Extends Canadian Reach with Loto-Québec iLottery Pact
Aristocrat Interactive has partnered with Loto-Québec to launch its online content in the province, completing its coverage of all regulated Canadian lottery markets. The deal leverages the Fusion aggregation platform and includes a later rollout of NeoGames Studio titles.
Former Chilean Casino Regulator Joins New Supplier Association AgruGaming
Francisco Javier Leiva Vega, Chile's first Casino Superintendent, has been appointed Director of Institutional Relations at newly formed supplier association AgruGaming, which aims to help technology providers comply with current and future gambling regulations as online gambling legislation is debated in Congress.
Virgin Bet South Africa GM Gail Odgers prioritises marketing to drive market share gains
Gail Odgers, newly appointed general manager for Virgin Bet in South Africa, outlined plans to leverage marketing and brand recognition to gain market share, while stressing product and retention as complementary pillars. She also advised against over-investing in short-term World Cup campaigns.
Novibet appoints Christos Lamprou as Global Brand Activation Lead
Novibet appoints Christos Lamprou as Global Brand Activation Lead, adding over 25 years of marketing experience as the operator expands internationally with a recent Ireland license and new supplier partnerships.
Games Valley names Robert Dowling as Chief Revenue Officer after consulting stint
Casino aggregation platform Games Valley has appointed Robert Dowling as Chief Revenue Officer, effective July 15, 2026, after he served as a strategic consultant since the start of the year. Dowling will lead global commercial and marketing operations and support the company's expansion into regulated markets.
Underdog launches wholly owned CFTC-licensed prediction market exchange amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty
Underdog has launched its own CFTC-licensed prediction market exchange, becoming the first sports company to hold the full regulatory license stack, as the industry faces ongoing legal disputes between federal commodities law and state gambling regulations.
Abdourahmane Baldé Appointed Director General of Senegal's National Lottery LONASE
Abdourahmane Baldé has been appointed Director General of Senegal's National Lottery (LONASE), replacing Toussaint Manga. Baldé, a tax lawyer, pledges to consolidate LONASE's achievements and enhance its performance, while the lottery recently launched LPbet, an online sports betting platform to compete with international operators.
EGBA report: European online GGR hits €18bn as AML and safer gambling efforts intensify
EGBA's 2025 Annual Activity Report shows combined online GGR of €18bn, a 34% annual rise, while the association expanded its AML work, safer gambling initiatives, and membership—including Tipico's addition and Super Technologies' board appointment.
Digitain appoints Terry Lee as Head of Asia Region to drive regulated-market expansion
Digitain has appointed Terry Lee as Head of Asia Region, drawing on his 15+ years of iGaming experience to lead growth strategy and partnership development across regulated Asian markets, a move the company describes as reinforcing its regional leadership team.