Richard Hasson, President and COO of Betway, during an April 13 conference call for analysts and investors
Betway COO Richard Hasson on the importance of the Canadian market “Canada is currently our biggest market. And obviously, the regulatory environment there is key. Currently, only Ontario is in the process of regulating, and we’re busy doing what we need to in order to comply with the requirements for that market.” – Richard Hasson, […]
More sports betting brands join Ontario regulated market
Summary: More online sports betting and gaming brands have been officially licensed to operate in Ontario. Why it matters: Around 12 operators went live on April 4 as Ontario’s regulations went live, around 30 to 35 brands are expected to compete for sports betting market share in the province.Betway, which has been active in Canada […]
NFL Draft presents unique challenges for sports leagues
NFL Chief of Compliance on policing insider information on the NFL Draft”We try to manage the risk the best we can. But we can’t eliminate it because of the uniqueness of the draft and all the people who have first-hand knowledge.”- Sabrina Perel, Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer for the NFL, (Source Link)
California town wants sports betting as neighbor sues to stop it
Summary: Del Mar Fairgrounds in California wants sports betting as a permitted activity at its off-track wagering center, but the neighboring city of Solana Beach has already filed a lawsuit to prevent it. Why it matters: The 22nd District Agricultural Association manages the Fairgrounds and voted unanimously to make sports betting a permitted activity at […]
NFL Draft presents integrity challenges
On the challenges of accepting wagers on the NFL Draft”Almost every large bet you take on the draft is sharp, and you need to move aggressively. And if it’s someone you’re not familiar with, you have to assume they have some information you don’t.”- John Murray, Executive Director of the SuperBook (Source Link)