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IMGL: New Dedicated Gaming Law Magazine Launched Today

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The International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL) has today launched a brand-new magazine dedicated to gaming law. IMGL Magazine replaces previous jurisdiction-based magazines to confirm the organisation’s global focus and ever-widening membership base. The new magazine can be accessed in digital format here https://online.flippingbook.com/view/550079/

The first edition of the new IMGL Magazine brings together articles from expert authors spread across five continents. North America features three times in the magazine with a look at developments in New York State and Hawaii and the regulation of Loot Boxes in Canada. Europe is well covered with an update on the UK Gambling Act Review and an opinion from the European Gaming and Betting Association on post Brexit data flows in Europe. There is an exploration of Fantasy Sports in India, a route map for gaming regulation in Africa and an on-the-scene report on the New South Wales casino inquiry in Australia.

Speaking at the launch of his organisation’s new publication, IMGL President, Marc Ellinger said: The IMGL Magazine sits alongside IMGL Masterclasses, Regional Conferences, Semi- Annual Conferences, including virtual conferences to offer the broadest array of educational opportunities in the gaming sector. The IMGL has and will continue to address the most timely (and sometimes the most challenging) issues in the global gaming industry.

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Editor in Chief, Simon Planzer said: “This first edition sets the standard for what will be a truly worldwide publication with global authorship and readership interested in gaming law. Gaming law issues, which arise in one jurisdiction, are often reminiscent of the discussions in another. In the IMGL Magazine, you will find high quality scholarly articles with equally high practical relevance from the four corners of the gaming world.”

IMGL Magazine will be a quarterly digital publication available to members and non-members through partnerships with Clarion Gaming, SBC Gaming and the National Counsel of Legislative Gaming States. The next edition will be published in Summer and is likely to include contributions such as on the regulation of crypto currency transactions in Malta, an analysis of the first few months of operation of the new French regulator “Authorité Nationale des Jeux” (ANJ) and on the passage of Canada’s new single-event sports betting legislation.

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Leading Lottery Expert Kurt D. Freedlund Joins Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) as Senior Lottery Solutions Account Executive

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Globally known lottery expert Kurt D. Freedlund has joined the lottery team at Gaming Laboratories International (GLI®) as Senior Lottery Solutions Account Executive.

Freedlund will work with GLI lottery customers providing world-class insights and strategy solutions regarding lottery products and operational modernization consulting support, governance, strategic planning and execution, procurement optimization, and business analysis.

“We are thrilled and excited to welcome Kurt to GLI. His experience and expertise in the lottery industry will be invaluable in continuing GLI’s world-class service and ongoing work to help our lottery clients succeed,” said GLI Vice President of Global Lottery Solutions Angela Wong.

Freedlund has a long history in the lottery industry. Most recently, he was the founder and CEO of KDF Consulting & Solutions, which aided various stakeholders in the lottery industry in addressing current issues impacting its future. He has also served as President of LottoInteractive Inc., where he actively represented the lottery industry in Washington D.C. to lobby for the rejection of the Restore the Wire Act legislation.

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Previously, he acted as the COO & General Counsel for the Georgia Lottery Corporation, overseeing all operations and legal matters. He also represented the Mega Millions Consortium in working with the MUSL attorney to create and implement the PowerBall-Mega Millions cross-selling initiative; the creation and implementation of the Georgia Lottery’s iLottery program, and the lottery’s regulatory oversight of the Coin Operated Amusement Machines.

He was Executive Deputy Director & General Counsel for the Illinois Lottery, where he acted as lead counsel for the creation of the Big Game (now known as Mega Millions).

His insights into the lottery industry have been featured in numerous gaming trade publications, and he has been a featured speaker at gaming and lottery tradeshows around the world. He earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Northwestern University School of Law, and he holds a B.S. in Political Science and History from Northwestern University.

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Flutter Entertainment Announces Two New Appointments to Board of Directors

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Flutter Entertainment announced the appointment of Christine M. McCarthy and Robert R. (Dob) Bennett to the Board of Directors, effective July 30, 2024. Ms. McCarthy will sit on the Audit Committee and Mr. Bennett will serve as a member of the Risk and Sustainability Committee.

“Christine and Dob’s extensive experience in the entertainment industry will be an invaluable asset to Flutter as we continue to extend our leading position as a global online sports betting and iGaming provider. We look forward to welcoming both Dob and Christine to the Board as non-executive directors and benefitting from their unique perspective and industry knowledge,” John Bryant, Chair of the Flutter Board, said.

Ms. McCarthy is an accomplished entertainment executive and held several senior leadership positions at The Walt Disney Company during her tenure, most recently as a Strategic Advisor. Prior to this, she served as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. She joined Disney in 2000, as Senior Vice President and Treasurer, and also served as Executive Vice President, Corporate Real Estate, Alliances and Treasurer, prior to her role as CFO. She currently serves as a director of The Procter & Gamble Company and is the Chair of its Audit Committee and is a director of FM Global and the Chair of its Finance Committee.

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Mr. Bennett is the Managing Director of Hilltop Investments LLC, a private investment company. Previously, he served as President of Discovery Holding Company, a media and entertainment company and as President and Chief Executive Officer and Principal Financial Officer, at Liberty Media Corporation. Before that, Mr. Bennett worked at Tele-Communications Inc. and The Bank of New York. He currently serves as a director of HP Inc. and Liberty Media. Previously, he served as a director of Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., Sprint Corporation, Demand Media Inc., Discovery Holding Company, Liberty Interactive Corporation and Sprint Nextel Corporation.

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BETBY Wins in Three Categories at the MiGEA 2024 Awards

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BETBY has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning in three prestigious categories at the MiGEA 2024 Awards. The company took home recognitions as “Best Online Sportsbetting Supplier,” “Most Innovative AI-Based Sportsbook Product” and “Best Workplace of the Year”.

“This triple victory is a reflection of our team’s relentless dedication, creativity and passion. We are immensely grateful to our incredible team, supportive partners, and loyal customers who have been with us on this journey. Your trust and belief in us have been instrumental in our success,” the Company said.

“As we celebrate this fantastic achievement, we remain focused on driving further innovation and excellence in the iGaming industry. Here’s to many more wins, groundbreaking advancements, and exciting times ahead!”

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