Appointments News.
C-suite moves, board changes and executive hires across the global gambling industry. Casino appointments and operator leadership shifts often signal where a company is heading next.
IGT Parent Appoints Patrick Ramsey to Board
Former Multimedia Games CEO Patrick Ramsey has joined the board of Voyager TopCo GP as IGT and Everi's combined business looks to convert its scale into integrated product delivery across machines, systems, payments and loyalty.
DigiPlus Puts HKD1.60bn into IEC as Manila Casino Funding Grows
The Philippines-listed operator completed its second HKD800 million convertible notes subscription in International Entertainment, without yet converting the first tranche into equity.
DeGaming Launches Web3 Betting System With Proof-of-Funds Focus
DeGaming’s Glass Vault system gives operators, affiliates, and players independently verifiable access to balances, payouts, and transaction activity.
GREF Names MGA Representative Co-Chair of InfoStat Group
Erika Spiteri Bailey will help coordinate cross-border work on gambling data, analytics, and regulatory reporting standards across Europe.
AGS Expands Slot Sales Leadership with Three Senior Executive Hires
AGS appointed three top executives to lead its slot sales strategy and expand operator partnerships in North America.
Ainsworth Confirms Ryan Comstock as Its Permanent CEO
Comstock, who stepped into the acting role following Harald Neumann’s resignation in October 2025, will receive a base salary of US$625,000 per year with no fixed contract term.
Brightstar Places 3 Executives in European Lotteries Roles
Brightstar Lottery executives will serve as Vice-Chairs across European Lotteries’ new expert communities for responsible gaming, marketing, and IT security.
Flutter Replaces FanDuel CEO as US Sportsbook Pressure Builds
Flutter has handed Christian Genetski control of FanDuel after Amy Howe’s exit, while cutting 2026 guidance and investing further in prediction markets.
Norsk Rikstoto Faces Probe After Over 23,000 Unpaid Bets
Norway’s gambling regulator is investigating Norsk Rikstoto after a system failure allowed thousands of unpaid horse-racing bets into regulated betting pools over a three-day period.
FantasySpin and FastDraft Merge to Reach 330M Users
FantasySpin and FastDraft will combine DFS and Best Ball products across 38 US states and Canada, targeting 330 million potential users.
BGC Shifts to Operator Chair as Kane Purdy Takes Role
The Betting and Gaming Council confirmed Purdy as chair, replacing Michael Dugher and launching a 12-month rotating leadership model.
Rio Lottery Leadership Shift Keeps Regulatory Model Intact
Fabiola Esteves Rocha replaces Hazenclever Cançado after his resignation, tied to Brazil’s election rules, with no change to the existing regulation.
AMIG Hits Back at Lula’s Women’s Day Call to Ban Online Betting in Brazil
The association representing 1,400 women in Brazil's gaming industry said Lula turned a day meant to celebrate women into a threat against their jobs.
SOFTSWISS Joins ANJL as Tech Suppliers Enter Brazil’s Policy Circle
Carla Dualib joins the ANJL board as Communications Director, giving the supplier direct access to industry and regulatory discussions.
IEC Strengthens Board with Playtech Veteran Mattingley Appointment
IEC appointed Brian Mattingley to its board for a three-year term as it prepares to reopen its Manila resort and adjust its strategy while it continues to report losses.