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SBC announce industry heavyweights for the Sports Betting Hall of Fame class of 2023

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SBC announce industry heavyweights for the Sports Betting Hall of Fame class of 2023

 

SBC unveils the four industry titans whose monumental impact and long-lasting legacy has earned them a coveted place in the 2023 edition of the Sports Betting Hall Of Fame. The grandiose ceremony will take place at the iconic Slate NYC on Wednesday, May 10th.

The Sports Betting Hall Of Fame was established in 2016 to recognize the industry’s outstanding individuals and their career defining contributions. This momentous occasion promises to be a night to remember as industry professionals gather to celebrate the remarkable achievements of these pioneers.

The dignitaries who make up the Class of 2023:

  • Michael Gaughan –  Owner,  South Point Hotel Casino Spa.
  • Nick Bogdanovich – Sports Book Manager/Oddsmaker, Circa Sports
  • Trish Lewandowski – Sportsbook District Manager, Caesars Digital
  • David L. Rebuck – Director, NJ Department of Gaming Enforcement

The Sports Betting Hall of Fame Ceremony forms part of SBC’s illustrious SBC Summit North America 2023, the leading iGaming & sports betting event in North America, which is scheduled for May 9 – 11, 2023 at Meadowlands Exposition Center, Secaucus, New Jersey.

Sue Schneider, SBC’s Vice President of Growth and Strategy, Americas, said: “It is an honor for those inducted into the Sports Betting Hall of Fame, and this year’s list of inductees boasts some truly exceptional names. We look forward to celebrating their well-deserved recognition within the industry and extending our congratulations for their indelible mark on the industry.”

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The new inductees strengthen the US industry representation in the Sports Betting Hall of Fame, which began in 2019 with esteemed members Art Manteris (retired VP race and sportsbook operations, Station Casinos), Dennis Drazin (CEO, Monmouth Park), and Chris Christie (former NJ Governor).

Last year SBC’s very own Sue Schneider (VP Growth & Strategy/Americas SBC), Chris Andrews (Sportsbook Director, Southpoint), Paul Burns (President & CEO, Canadian Gaming Association), Sandy Drozd (VP Special Projects, Elys gaming/USbookmaking) and Vincent Magliulo (Vice President/ Sports Book Director, Las Vegas Dissemination Co./Gaughan Gaming) were inducted.

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QTech Games recruits David Camacho to take the lead for LatAm markets

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QTech Games recruits David Camacho to take the lead for LatAm markets

QTech Games, the leading games distributor for all emerging markets, has appointed David Camacho to the new role of Account Manager for LatAm Markets.

Camacho arrives at QTech Games after a successful and long-serving spell at Tabella, a global powerhouse across varied igaming verticals, where he proved himself across a range of senior roles focusing on the LatAm markets. At QTech Games, David will drive sales and its existing presence across Central and South America, growing its global footprint in more Spanish and Portuguese-speaking territories.

QTech Games commented: “We’re delighted that David is now part of the QTech team. His extensive experience and network in the industry are second to none, after over two decades in the sector. So, he will prove a true asset to both QTech Games and all our clients, as we will deepen our existing influence across Hispanic markets in Central and South America.

“Recruiting the best localised talent and expertise has always been a central pillar of our strategy. Therefore, we’re naturally thrilled to have David on board.

David Camacho added: “I’m excited to be joining QTech Games, a company with the most remarkable content suite across varied igaming verticals, all delivered via a stellar platform built on bleeding-edge technology. I can’t wait to get started by deploying my business connections and contacts across a region I know so well at such a crucial point in its maturation.

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“Of course, when it comes to LatAm, everyone’s talking about the unfolding scene in Brazil, but I’ll also be concentrating our efforts in more mature countries such as Colombia and Mexico, alongside some other opportunities in Peru, another promising territory with one of the most operator-friendly regulations in recent times. Argentina and Chile will also be interesting in due course. Apart from the strong growth in this region, I believe we will be able to fuel it further with our new QTech Hybrid product that fits perfectly in all these markets!”

QTech Hybrid – get in touch to find out more!

QTech Hybrid will next be showcased at the upcoming SBWA+ show in Ghana in August, where QTech Games delegates will be on site to unpack its breakout technology and salient applications for joining up the retail and digital-mobile experience. QTech Hybrid offers a retail solution that can be transferred seamlessly to mobile in any emerging market, enabling the customer to continue playing after leaving the retail environment. QTech Hybrid allows players to access the full game library of QTech Games, while the retail solution also contains a state-of-the-art Agent Management System. It’s also an instant win for efficient payments. 

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BETBY AND PIXBET ENTER LONG-TERM BRAZILIAN SPORTS BETTING PARTNERSHIP

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BETBY AND PIXBET ENTER LONG-TERM BRAZILIAN SPORTS BETTING PARTNERSHIP

 

BETBY strengthens its Latin American position with agreement to power leading Brazilian brand Pixbet

BETBY, the premium sports betting supplier, has signed a long-term sports betting agreement with Pixbet. The partnership will see Pixbet leverage Betby’s award-winning sports betting solution and services to upgrade its current sportsbook, offering Brazilians a best-in-class online betting experience.

Pixbet a leading Brazilian bookmaker present throughout the national territory, is well known for its bold marketing strategy, having earlier this year been announced as the new shirt sponsor for Brazilian soccer club Flamengo under a lucrative two-year deal.

Chris Nikolopoulos, Chief Commercial Officer at Betby, said: “It is a pleasure to have put pen to paper on this agreement with Pixbet, an operator whose management team boasts clear expertise and a passion for sports betting that mirrors our own.

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“This agreement further bolsters Betby’s impressive range of partners throughout Brazil and Latin America, and we are excited to capitalise on the rich promise this partnership holds.”

Ernildo Junior, owner of Pixbet, said: “We are very pleased to have signed with Betby as we look to further deliver on our sports betting ambitions to become the leading betting brand in Brazil.

“Betby has a proven track record in Latin America and its suite of high-performance sportsbook technology will provide our players with a superior sports betting experience whilst providing us with cutting-edge risk management tools.”

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Arizona Department of Gaming Releases May Sports Betting Figures

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Bettors in Arizona wagered approximately $568.5 million on sports in May of 2024, according to a new report by the Arizona Department of Gaming. This represents an approximate 25.9% increase when compared to May of 2023.

The state collected approximately $4.3 million in privilege fees in the month.

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