Maarten Haijer, former Secretary General of EGBA, has been appointed as the first Director General of the World Gaming and Betting Alliance (WGBA). The WGBA, formed in July 2026 with members including bet365 and Flutter, aims to combat the black market.
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BC Game has appointed Ali “Ako” Muhanned as its new Chief Executive Officer. Muhanned, who previously managed the operator's international partnerships and brand strategy, will focus on driving international expansion, platform enhancements, and player trust.
BC.Game has appointed Ali "Ako" Muhanned as its new Chief Executive Officer to steer the company's next growth phase. In his new role, Muhanned will focus on international expansion, enhancing the platform's user experience, and strengthening player trust.
Prediction market operator Polymarket has terminated its chief marketing officer following an internal investigation into the company's promotional practices. The dismissal follows a Wall Street Journal report revealing the use of staged betting videos produced without transparent disclosures.
Casinos Austria CEO Erwin van Lambaart will step down from his role when his contract concludes in March 2027. Current board member Andreas Bierwirth, who joined the company's board in October 2025, has been designated as his successor. Bierwirth brings executive background from previous management roles at Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and Magenta Telekom.
Casinos Austria has appointed Andreas Bierwirth as CEO-designate ahead of an upcoming concession award process. Board members and stakeholders supported the appointment, stating that Bierwirth is well-equipped to guide the company through the concession period.