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William Hill Profits Drop by 91% Due to Covid-19 Crisis
William Hill has reported that its annual profits dropped by 91% after the pandemic forced the closure of its betting shops and saw live sports events cancelled. The group saw underlying pre-tax profits slump to £9.1m in 2020 from £96.5m in 2019.
Its betting shops were hit hard by repeated lockdowns and restrictions, with the retail arm slumping to a £29.5m loss as like-for-like revenues plunged 30%. William Hill’s online business delivered a 3% rise in earnings to £121.9m, but this was not enough to offset the retail woes.
Ulrik Bengtsson, CEO of William Hill, said: “In what was an extraordinary year I am immensely proud of how the group has responded and the resilience we have seen in our performance.
“We prioritised the protection and safety of both our colleagues and our customers, and our employees went above and beyond for which I thank them.
“In 2020 we put our strategic plans firmly into action, diversifying our geographical footprint, expanding our team’s capabilities and rebuilding our technology.
“We are embedding proprietary components across the platform architecture and are delivering a constant flow of new features including faster product experience, improved navigation and greater protection to our customers around the world.
“The performance in the second half is clear testimony that our strategy is bearing fruit. In the UK, the competitive position of our online offerings for both gaming and sports has been materially strengthened, and our omni-channel product is delivering encouraging early results.
“Retail has undergone regional disruption although where stores did re-open, they quickly traded towards pre-Covid levels.
“We are delighted with our international online performance, where our investment in our product and technology is producing clear benefits, particularly in light of the regulatory headwinds in Germany and temporary restrictions elsewhere.
“We will continue to benefit from our agile marketing engine, and the recent agreement to acquire Alfabet S.A.S. in Colombia and our licence in Argentina both offer further promising growth opportunities in Latin America.”
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Brazil
Evoplay adds F12.bet.br deal to grow in Brazil
Evoplay has signed a content partnership with Brazilian operator F12.bet.br, expanding the supplier’s footprint in Brazil’s regulated online gambling market.
Under the deal, F12.bet.br will roll out a selection of Evoplay titles on its online casino, including Penalty Shoot Out: Cup Mania and Hot Triple Sevens.
Alex Malchenko, Head of Sales, said: “Brazil is one of the most exciting markets in global iGaming right now. The pace and scale of its growth, mixed with the passion for sports and gaming amongst its players, makes it a unique opportunity for us.
“This partnership allows us to bring a carefully selected mix of our most engaging titles to an audience that values both entertainment and authenticity. We see huge potential here and this is another step of our journey in the market.”
Carlos Artur, Сasino Manager Specialist at F12.bet.br, added: “Our goal is to provide content that truly reflects what Brazilian players are looking to engage with.
“Evoplay’s games bring a fresh perspective to our offering, combining strong visuals with intuitive gameplay. We’re confident their titles will resonate strongly with our audience.”
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BETER
BETER to make US exhibition debut at SBC Summit Americas 2026
BETER, one of the award-winning providers of live streams, live data, and odds for esports and sports betting content, will exhibit at SBC Summit Americas for the first time.
The company will be attending at Stand 813, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion across the United States.
SBC Summit Americas 2026 takes place from June 9–11 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, bringing together more than 10,000 industry professionals and over 400 exhibitors.
BETER will be welcoming delegates interested in enhancing their sportsbook offerings with fast-paced content and cutting-edge solutions at Stand 813.
Since entering the regulated US market in 2025, BETER has secured regulatory approvals and licenses in nine states, including Florida, New Jersey, Colorado, Arizona, Indiana, Iowa, North Carolina, Illinois, and Kentucky.
BETER exclusively delivers 24/7 live streaming, real-time data, and hyper-accurate odds for more than 700,000 fast-paced esports and sports events annually to operators worldwide, offering up to 50 markets per event and an average operator margin of 7.5%+.
Its esports portfolio includes the ESportsBattle product featuring eFootball, eBasketball, eHockey, and eTennis. Its sports portfolio features the Setka Cup table tennis content and the BSKT Cup basketball league.
In addition, BETER provides its Esports Odds Feed, offering market-leading odds with the highest uptime across 450+ tournaments globally, covering more than 40,000 pre-match and live events annually, all powered by a team of in-house expert traders.
All of BETER’s exclusive content is underpinned by its Integrity team, ensuring strict adherence to fair play standards through 24/7 monitoring and close collaboration with key sports integrity bodies, including IBIA and ESIC, and sports federations.
The company’s rapid impact across the US market, alongside the strong performance of its products and the quality of its data, has earned it two nominations at the prestigious SBC Awards Americas 2026 – Rising Star in Sports Betting and Live Gaming & Betting Product.
Gal Ehrlich, CEO of BETER, said: “We have made significant progress in establishing BETER as a trusted provider in the United States over the past 12 months.
Our participation in this exhibition marks an important milestone as we make our official debut in the region, showcasing the strength and scalability of products that are already proven globally.
“We are excited to present our full product suite to a US audience for the first time and warmly invite all attendees to visit us at Stand 813 to meet the team and explore partnership opportunities.”
Chuck Robinson, CRO at BETER, added: “Our presence at SBC Summit Americas reflects the strong momentum behind our content and solutions, as well as the growing demand from operators for high-performance esports and sports betting products.
“As we expand further across regulated US markets, we see significant opportunities to deepen partnerships and drive innovation in fast-betting experiences. We look forward to connecting with both existing partners and new ones at our stand.”
“Book a meeting with BETER team”, says the company.
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Brazil
Evoplay accelerates Brazilian expansion with F12.bet.br partnership
Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has partnered with F12.bet.br, further expanding its presence in Brazil’s fast-evolving regulated market.
The partnership will see the selection of Evoplay’s popular titles, including Penalty Shoot Out: Cup Mania and Hot Triple Sevens, made available to Brazilian players via F12.bet.br’s online casino.
F12.bet.br is an emerging force in Brazil’s online gaming and sports betting sector. The company delivers a range of digital betting and interactive entertainment services, aligning with the country’s developing regulatory framework and growing demand for licensed online gaming experiences.
By partnering with local operators such as F12.bet.br, Evoplay continues to strengthen its position in one of the industry’s most promising regions, reinforcing its commitment to delivering engaging, localised content to players across Latin America.
Alex Malchenko, Head of Sales, said: “Brazil is one of the most exciting markets in global iGaming right now. The pace and scale of its growth, mixed with the passion for sports and gaming amongst its players, makes it a unique opportunity for us.
“This partnership allows us to bring a carefully selected mix of our most engaging titles to an audience that values both entertainment and authenticity. We see huge potential here and this is another step of our journey in the market.”
Carlos Artur, Сasino Manager Specialist at F12.bet.br, added: “Our goal is to provide content that truly reflects what Brazilian players are looking to engage with.
“Evoplay’s games bring a fresh perspective to our offering, combining strong visuals with intuitive gameplay. We’re confident their titles will resonate strongly with our audience.”
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