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Martin Stevenson appointed new CEO of Racecourse Media Group

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Martin Stevenson has been appointed CEO of Racecourse Media Group (RMG) – the media and data rights holding company for the UK and Ireland’s leading racecourses.

Stevenson has a deep and intimate knowledge and understanding of the RMG business, having joined the Group as the Finance Director of RMG in 2007.

A qualified accountant (FCCA), his previous experience includes the position of Managing Director of the Newspaper Licensing Agency and Group Financial Controller of Trinity Mirror plc.. Stevenson succeeds Richard FitzGerald, who left the post of CEO in September.

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Roger Lewis, Chairman of RMG, said:

“On behalf of the RMG Board, RMG’s racecourses and all the RMG staff, I am delighted to announce Martin as the new CEO of the Group.

“After an extensive and rigorous recruitment process, during which we interviewed a number of outstanding candidates, the RMG Board unanimously voted for this appointment.

“Martin’s vision for RMG is bold and imaginative. His relationship with our shareholder racecourses is very special and Martin is passionate that RMG can, and will, deliver the best returns for racing.

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“The RMG business model has been severely tested during the last 12 months, but it has demonstrated great resilience, providing vital media rights income for our racecourses. This has been achieved due to the extraordinary efforts of our racecourses who have brilliantly kept horse racing running. We are proud to serve them.

“We are now slowly emerging out of the pandemic and Martin is undoubtedly the right person to lead RMG into its next phase of growth over the coming years.”

 

Martin Stevenson, new CEO of RMG, added:

“I am extremely excited and honoured to take up the position of RMG CEO. I look forward to working even more collaboratively with our 34 racecourse shareholders, whose media interests have been entrusted to RMG.

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“RMG has been a phenomenal success story since its inception as Racing UK back in 2004, having posted year-on-year increases in licence fees payable to its racecourse shareholders nearly every year of trading. It shows what can be achieved via a collective approach to commercialising our racecourses’ media and data rights.

“But RMG never stands still. We will continue to innovate with our output, as evidenced by the recent launch of the Racing TV virtual studio, which follows the introduction of the broadcast and publication of in-race timing information.

“We will also continue to be creative and forward-thinking in how best to commercialise our racecourses’ content, including building on the recent success of the Watch & Bet streaming service, which has been greatly welcomed by bookmakers, punters and race-fans alike.

“RMG has a committed, knowledgeable and loyal team, which, I have absolutely no doubt, will continue to deliver the right results for our racecourses.”

RMG was created by racecourses for the sport of racing and the compelling content generated from the racecourses it broadcasts from has enabled RMG to continue to drive the business forward.

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RMG’s quality offering was evidenced recently as five of the top 11 races run in the world in 2020 (rated by IFHA) – headed by the Juddmonte International Stakes at York at number one – were broadcast live on Racing TV.

 

Recent Key Developments over the last six months at RMG include:

 

  • Virtual studio – Racing TV’s new studio takes horseracing coverage to the next level

 

  • Record viewers – Racing TV memberships hit a record 63,000

 

  • In-race timing service – New tracking service launches on-screen and online

 

  • Watch & Bet – Low-latency and data-rich streaming service enhances output for bookmakers, punters and fans

 

  • Racing TV Extra – Dedicated racecourse streams, with presenters, available from all RTV’s 61 racecourses

 

  • ITV and Virgin Media TV – RMG’s racecourses’ rights are renewed until 2023 in UK and Ireland

 

  • Sportsbet – Streaming and marketing deal with Australia’s largest online betting operator

 

  • British Champions Day – RMG distributes TV coverage to 125 countries via 26 broadcasters

 

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Bart Myers

Lottery.com Inc. Relaunches Sweepstakes Operations

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Lottery.com Inc. announced the restart of its sweepstakes operations in conjunction with the WinTogether Trust, a registered 501(c)3 charitable organization. The proceeds from the sweepstakes will benefit Street Child United. The sweepstakes had a soft launch on April 3, 2024, and is available at http://donateto.win, the successor to Lottery.com’s WinTogether.org platform.

Street Child United is a global organization dedicated to improving the lives of street-connected children. The organization focuses on four key pillars: Ensuring every child has birth registration which provides access to healthcare and education; protecting children against abuse, exploitation, and trafficking; securing access to education; and setting a foundation for gender equality.

Donors are incentivized to give by receiving entries to win an Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset. More information and donation options can be found at https://donateto.win. The sweepstakes to support Street Child United will continue until 11:59PT on August 31, 2024. The winner will be announced on or around September 20, 2024.

Matthew McGahan, CEO of Lottery.com, said: “This is a significant milestone for Lottery.com. The Company, through its partnership with the WinTogether Trust, is resuming its commitment to supporting philanthropic initiatives that focus on responsible gaming along with local, regional, and global charitable initiatives. Street Child United is a wonderful organization. We believe their mission will resonate with the Sports.com’s growing global user base.”

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Bart Myers, Director of the WinTogether Trust, said: “The WinTogether Trust board is excited for our organization to play a role in the resurgence of Lottery.com. Being able to leverage their powerful brands, Lottery.com and Sports.com, will allow us to exponentially expand the number of organizations we support and the financial impact our sweepstakes make for them.”

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Colorado Launches Illegal Gambling Awareness Campaign

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The Colorado Division of Gambling has launched a new illegal gambling awareness campaign.

The “Play Legit. Gamble Only Where Legal.” campaign aims to educate the public about the risks associated with illegal gambling and the importance of supporting regulated gaming venues.

The campaign emphasizes legal gambling options, including casinos in Black Hawk, Central City, and Cripple Creek, as well as online sports betting and off-track betting.

“With many certified and legal gambling sites available, it’s never worth it to put yourself in danger. Together, let’s play by the rules and ensure that Colorado remains a safe and responsible gaming destination. By recognizing and preventing illegal gambling, we all win,” Chris Schroder, Director of the Colorado Division of Gaming, said.

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In Colorado, gambling opportunities abound, but not all are legal. Illegal gambling operations not only fail to protect players but can also serve as a breeding ground for serious crimes, including fraud, human trafficking, drug trafficking, and burglary, posing a threat to public safety and community well-being. Participants in illegal gambling activities also compromise personal and financial information, putting individuals at risk of identity theft, unreliable payouts, and potential legal consequences, such as fines and imprisonment.

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White Hat Gaming strengthens executive team with Justin Psaila announced as new Chief Financial Officer

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Appointment comes as White Hat Gaming continues its US expansion

Leading iGaming platform provider, White Hat Gaming, has appointed industry expert Justin Psaila as its new Chief Financial Officer as the company continues to grow its operations worldwide.

Psaila joins with nearly two decades’ worth of industry experience following eight years at Betsson Group and close to nine years in his former role as CFO at Gaming Innovation Group.

He will now oversee White Hat’s financial division to assist in the provider’s goal of enhancing its operations across the globe, in particular in the US, where it has made significant progress.

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White Hat has already partnered with iGaming giants Bally’s and New Jersey-based lottery operator Jackpocket to supply its cutting-edge Player Account Management solution, while also bolstering its presence in Oklahoma through an agreement with the Choctaw Nation.

Phillip Gelvan, CEO, White Hat Gaming, said: “We are delighted to announce that Justin Psaila will be joining the White Hat Gaming team as CFO. Justin is well respected in the industry, and I have no doubt his appointment will strengthen our already impressive executive team.

“White Hat is consistently working to deliver on its global expansion goals, and Justin will be key in ensuring the company’s financial objectives are attained.”

Justin Psaila, CFO, White Hat Gaming, said: “I am very happy to be starting my new position as Group Chief Financial Officer at White Hat Gaming.

“I am joining a brilliant team and look forward to helping deliver on White Hat’s ambitious growth plans across the US and beyond.”

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