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Racecourse Media Group Chairman Roger Lewis extends term until October 2023

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Racecourse Media Group (RMG) has announced that its Chairman, Roger Lewis, has extended his post until October 2023 in order to assist RMG transition to a new Chair.

Roger Lewis has been on the RMG Board for over 10 years during which time RMG has increased its licence fees and dividend payments to its racecourses from £45m to over £110m .

He joined the RMG Board in 2012 and was appointed Non-Executive Independent Chairman on January 1, 2019. He was due to step down in 2022 but has been asked by the Board to extend his tenure. A new Chair will be appointed in 2023.

Lewis, said: “RMG is in great shape, and it is an honour to be asked to continue to Chair the company. We have a strong board and an outstanding team of executives, led by CEO, Martin Stevenson, who together have delivered in spectacular fashion for our racecourses and indeed for the sport of racing.

“We are on track to exceed our record results of last year and we pay tribute to everyone in racing, and give thanks to our racecourses, for allowing RMG to manage their media and data rights across the world.”

Under Roger Lewis’s leadership RMG paid £110m to its racecourse shareholders in 2021. Those payments, earned through racecourses’ media and data rights, exceeded pre-Covid levels.

In the same year, RMG agreed British racecourse licence extensions for audio-visual and data rights for a new five-year term until December 31, 2028.

RMG has also been entrusted with significant broadcast rights of Irish racing since 2019, when Racing UK relaunched as Racing TV, with the strapline of “The best of British and Irish racing.”

RMG is 100% owned by its racecourse shareholders and pays 100% of operating profit back to racecourses, which, in turn, benefits the sport. This collective and collaborative approach has enabled RMG’s businesses to become the biggest single funder of British horseracing.

On the back of that approach and with long-term certainty and confidence in the business, media rights and data revenues are, this year, tracking to exceed 2021’s payments to shareholders.

Nevin Truesdale, CEO of Jockey Club Racecourses, chief shareholder in RMG, said: “I would like to pay tribute to Roger Lewis for a very effective and successful stewardship of RMG, a business which is of fundamental importance to the financial performance of racecourses and therefore to the whole sport of horseracing.

“Under Roger’s leadership, we have faced a number of challenges, in particular during the Covid pandemic, where the robustness of the RMG model was critical to maintaining racecourse financial stability in the absence of other revenue streams for a sustained period. Roger’s influence in establishing long-term deals with key commercial betting and broadcast partners during his tenure has also been hugely positive. On behalf of everyone at the Jockey Club, I would like to thank Roger for all he has done for the business.”

Martin Stevenson, CEO of RMG, added: “We are delighted Roger Lewis has agreed to stay on for almost another year. Roger has been instrumental in the development and success of RMG over the last decade and I very much look forward to continuing to work closely with Roger and the Board as we continue to invest and develop our media assets and new products. Innovations, such as enhancements on the channel – headlined by the virtual ‘green screen’ studio – the Watch & Bet product, ultra-low latency pictures, the investment in on-screen timing data graphics, and capturing the in-play opportunities are all key to the business’s continued success.

“These workstreams, allied to growing our social media audience, securing increased ITV coverage and enhancing international exposure and revenues, will contribute to directing more eyeballs on to our racing and therefore will drive betting turnover, subscriptions, and sponsorship opportunities for the sport. RMG is one the most successful sporting and media rights companies in Britain and Ireland and I look forward to working with Roger in 2023 to take RMG to even greater heights.”

Roger Lewis has held senior positions at the BBC, ITV, Classic FM, EMI and Decca and was GCEO of the Welsh Rugby Union and the Millennium Stadium for nine years. He has held and holds a number of senior positions in the cultural sector for the UK and Welsh Governments.

 

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Bede Gaming awarded NASPL Associate Membership

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Pioneering iGaming technology company becomes the latest member of North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries trade group, reinforcing its commitment to advancing the lottery sector through innovative digital solutions

Bede Gaming, the data-driven iGaming technology provider known for its market leading software and full-service platform solutions, announced this month that it has officially joined the prestigious North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries trade group as an Associate Member.

NASPL is the largest trade association in the lottery space, representing 53 state and provincial lottery members throughout North America. The group plays a pivotal role in advocating for lottery organisations on matters of general policy and best practice, while also leveraging collaboration, communication, education, and information for the betterment of the industry.

“NASPL is pleased to have Bede Gaming as our newest Associate Member Partner; we look forward to collaborating this year and beyond with the goal of strengthening our industry.” Jake Coy, Director of Partner Relations, NASPL.

Reflecting on the company’s new NASPL membership, Colin Cole-Johnson, Chief Executive Officer at Bede Gaming, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to be joining NASPL as an Associate Member. As a company that’s passionate about supporting lottery customers in achieving their digital transformation goals, this membership provides an opportunity for us to further demonstrate our capabilities and do so in alignment with the highest industry standards.

“Bede is looking forward to working closely with NASPL members and partners to learn about the challenges that they face. Our goal is to explore how our pioneering platform technology can best support their needs, while also contributing to the broader advancement of the lottery industry.”

The NASPL ’25 Annual Conference and Tradeshow this month presents the first opportunity for Bede to do precisely that, with many NASPL members attending, including event host and current Bede partner, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG).

As existing members of both the World Lottery Association and European Lotteries, Bede holds a strong commitment to supporting the future of the industry through innovative digital solutions. In the North American market, this is exemplified by the company’s ongoing successful partnership with OLG, which was a key factor in the decision to pursue NASPL membership and a move that was wholeheartedly supported by the provincial lottery.

“Bede has been a trusted partner to OLG for five years, providing us with innovative products and technical solutions that continue to enhance the digital lottery experience for our players in Ontario,” confirmed Andrew Darley, VP of iCasino and iLottery at OLG. “We were happy to recommend them for this esteemed membership and believe that by joining NASPL, they’ll now have the perfect platform to showcase how their expertise can assist the industry going forward.”

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Genius Sports Expands its Long-term Partnership with Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook

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Genius Sports Limited has expanded its long-term partnership with Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook (Hard Rock Bet) to power the top-rated platform with its market-leading official data, trading and marketing solutions, as well as its ground-breaking BetVision product.

Genius Sports has worked in partnership with the leading operator since 2021, providing the highest quality official data and pinpoint trading solutions across top tier leagues globally, including the Premier League, Serie A, European Leagues, Liga MX, NFL, and more.

Hard Rock Bet will be able to provide its customers with Genius Sports’ first-of-its-kind BetVision low latency streaming solution. BetVision is the world’s first immersive live betting product, giving Hard Rock Bet customers access to real-time stats, augmented viewing options, and an integrated betslip from a single interactive player.

Hard Rock Bet will also deploy BetVision’s new “Touch to Bet” capability, allowing users to immediately access player stats and betting markets in real-time by simply tapping on a player during live games. This feature allows fans to wager without navigating away from the low latency live stream. BetVision will give fans a new way to enjoy global soccer leagues, including Serie A, as well as in-market and national NFL games on phone and tablet.

Through its proven advertising technology, Genius Sports will also help Hard Rock Bet to attract, engage, and retain bettors.

“Sports fans don’t just want to watch — they want to engage, interact, and be part of the action. This expanded partnership with Genius Sports and the addition of BetVision will help us deliver a dynamic, more entertaining experience for every player on our top-rated app,” said Matt Primeaux, Executive Managing Director & President at Hard Rock Digital.

“By providing Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook with the highest quality official data and immersive live viewing modes across the world’s biggest sports leagues, Genius Sports is supercharging the live betting experience. We’re excited to roll out the latest version of BetVision across Serie A and the NFL, providing a compelling platform for fans to watch and bet on live matches,” said Sean Conroy, Executive Vice President, North America at Genius Sports.

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KingMidas Games Builds Momentum for Global Expansion with Strategic Hires

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KingMidas Games, a leading iGaming provider, has announced the appointment of three senior executives to accelerate its global growth strategy.

Sean Auret has been appointed as Global Head, joined by Sargis Khachatryan as Commercial Director and Davit Hovsepyan as Client Success Director. Together, the trio will focus on extending KingMidas Games’ presence beyond Asia, introducing its innovative portfolio to operators across Europe and the rest of the world.

In his role as Global Head, Auret will be responsible for implementing scalable growth frameworks across the organisation, ensuring that KingMidas Games is equipped to meet the demands of an increasingly competitive global market, while driving growth among partners worldwide.

“Having spent decades in the iGaming industry, I have seen first-hand how important it is for providers to not only deliver engaging products but also to build strong internal processes that ensure consistency, scalability, and growth,” said Sean Auret, Global Head at KingMidas Games. “At KingMidas Games, my focus will be on strengthening the operational and commercial frameworks that underpin our business, enabling us to deliver even greater value to our partners globally.”

As seasoned industry veterans, Khachatryan and Hovsepyan will represent KingMidas Games outside of Asia with a clear mission to drive revenue growth. Leveraging their expertise in commercial strategy and client success, they will be at the forefront of building relationships with operators and aggregators, ensuring that KingMidas Games’ titles achieve broad adoption across key international markets.

Khachatryan and Hovsepyan will be attending SBC Summit 2025 (Lisbon), taking place at the Feira Internacional De Lisboa & MEO Arena from 16th to 18th September 2025, where they will showcase KingMidas Games’ expanding portfolio to international operators.

Commenting on his new role, Sargis Khachatryan, Commercial Director, KingMidas Games, said: “Europe offers incredible opportunities for next-generation iGaming products. Operators are looking for fresh and engaging titles that truly stand out, and KingMidas Games is ready to deliver. I’m thrilled to showcase our portfolio at SBC Summit 2025, and excited to explore partnerships that create real value and drive long-term growth together.”

Davit Hovsepyan, Client Success Director, KingMidas Games, added: “Player engagement and operator growth go hand in hand, and KingMidas Games has built its reputation by developing games that deliver on both fronts. I am excited to collaborate with partners across Europe and beyond, ensuring that our clients are supported every step of the way as we bring our titles to new audiences.”

With demand for fresh and innovative gaming content continuing to rise globally, KingMidas Games is committed to delivering experiences that combine creativity, technology, and cultural relevance to meet evolving player expectations and drive operator growth.

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