BigBet, an online sports betting and iGaming brand by BIG Brazil, has appointed Eduardo Luqueze as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operations in the Brazilian market. Luqueze brings experience from previous senior roles at Betmais, Aposte Fácil, and NossaBet, as BigBet aims to strengthen its presence in Brazil.
FIRST.bet, a Tier-1 sportsbook technology provider, has appointed Victor Arias, previously a LATAM leader at Pragmatic Play, as its VP of LATAM and Head of Commercial LATAM. This strategic hire emphasizes FIRST.bet's focus on the Latin American market and aims to leverage Arias's extensive experience and network in the region.
Ruth Evans has been officially appointed as the new Chair of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Her appointment follows Charles Counsell's interim period in the role. This is a significant leadership change for the UK's primary gambling regulator.
Allwyn has appointed Francesco Rodano, a former Playtech veteran and Italian regulator, to lead its global responsible gaming initiatives. This strategic hire underscores Allwyn's commitment to responsible gambling, particularly as it prepares to take over the UK National Lottery.
Maarten Haijer is stepping down as Secretary General of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) after 13 years in the role. Pierre Tournier, a long-serving Senior Director at EGBA, has been appointed as the interim Secretary General.
Mira Mircheva will be stepping down from her role as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Bally's Corporation. Her departure comes as Bally's reports rising revenue but faces increasing concerns regarding its debt levels.
Bally's Corporation's Chief Financial Officer, Mira Mircheva, is resigning for personal reasons. George Papanier, the company's President, will serve as interim CFO while Bally's searches for a permanent successor.
Booming Games, a prominent content provider, has appointed Michael Waterfield as its new Chief Commercial Officer. Waterfield brings nearly two decades of gaming industry experience, joining from White Hat Studios, to support Booming Games' growth initiatives.
Dr. Ida Magdalena López, President of Mendoza's provincial gaming regulatory agency in Argentina, has been elected to the Board of Trustees for the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR). Her appointment marks her involvement in a key global body for gaming regulation.
Allwyn has publicly supported Phil Walker, the newly appointed CEO of its UK National Lottery operations, despite criticism from an MP regarding his suitability. Allwyn's CEO, Robert Chvatal, stated Walker is the "right leader" to navigate the complex transition as they take over the lottery license.
Maarten Haijer is stepping down as Secretary General of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) at the end of August. Pierre Tournier will take over as interim Secretary General, marking a significant leadership change for the prominent EU iGaming trade body.
Pierre Tournier, formerly of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), has been appointed interim Secretary General of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), succeeding long-serving Maarten Haijer. This leadership change marks a significant development for one of Europe's key iGaming industry associations.
Paul Gauselmann, the influential founder of the Merkur Group, has died at the age of 91. Industry leaders have paid tribute to his nearly seven-decade career, during which he built Merkur into a global gaming powerhouse.
Midnite, a UK sportsbook and casino operator, has appointed Dale Tang as its new General Manager for Canada. Tang previously oversaw commercial, analytics, and retention for FanDuel Canada's sportsbook and casino, bringing significant North American market expertise to Midnite's expansion strategy.
A former Talent Acquisition Manager has filed a lawsuit against iGaming giant Evolution, alleging the company had a hidden policy to hire only "young, attractive white females." The plaintiff claims he was harassed and unlawfully terminated after raising concerns about this discriminatory practice. This lawsuit could significantly impact Evolution's reputation and operations.
Paul Gauselmann, the revered founder and long-standing leader of the Merkur Group (Gauselmann Group), passed away on August 21st at the age of 91. His death marks the end of an era for one of the industry's most influential figures, who built a major international gaming enterprise.
Allwyn UK, operator of the National Lottery, is replacing its CEO, Andria Vidler. An interim CEO, formerly a high-level executive at William Hill and 888, will take over.
Allwyn UK, the operator of the National Lottery, has announced a leadership change as its CEO, Andria Vidler, steps down. Industry veteran Phil Walker, formerly of William Hill, will assume the role of interim CEO.
The Unit, a product design and development leader in the betting and casino industry, has appointed former FanDuel executive Fiona Power as its new Chief Commercial Officer. Based in New York, Power will leverage her extensive US gaming experience to support the company's ongoing international expansion.
Velipekka Nummikoski is stepping down as Deputy CEO of Finland's state-owned gambling operator, Veikkaus Oy, after 14 years. His departure comes as Finland's gambling market prepares for a significant transformation, including potential liberalization. Nummikoski has held executive roles since before the current Veikkaus structure was established.
Aloplay, a B2B iGaming technology provider, has appointed Alon Eshed as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). This strategic hire aims to strengthen the company's commercial leadership and drive its next phase of international expansion and growth. Eshed previously served as CCO at BETER.
Velipekka Nummikoski is stepping down from his role as Deputy CEO of Veikkaus after 14 years with the Finnish state-owned gambling operator. He joined Veikkaus in 2012, initially as CEO of the Finnish Slot Machine Association, and assumed the Deputy CEO position in 2017.
Flutter Entertainment's long-serving CEO, Peter Jackson, will step down in October, with his successor expected to maintain the company's current strategic direction. Jackson has led Flutter since its formation in 2019 from Paddy Power Betfair, where he was also CEO.
Michael Brady, co-founder of Bede Gaming and an entrepreneur with 26 years of online gaming experience, has been appointed President of Gaming at Brothers & Sisters. His role is to leverage the convergence of streaming, sport, and gaming for new entertainment opportunities.
Dan Taylor, currently CEO of Flutter's International division, has been appointed as the new Group Chief Executive Officer for Flutter Entertainment, effective October 1, 2026. He will succeed Peter Jackson, who is stepping down from the role and the board.