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Chris Rock brings Las Vegas to the UK in BetMGM’s Launch Advertising Campaign
BetMGM, the newly launched UK iGaming and online sports betting brand from MGM Resorts International, unveiled its first advertising campaign, featuring stand-up comedian, actor and certified gold standard Hollywood icon, Chris Rock.
Having recently launched the brand, the fully integrated campaign reflects how BetMGM provides the best Las Vegas has to offer, bringing entertainment to the UK betting industry and introducing a new golden era in sports and online casino.
The campaign showcases globally recognised multi-award-winning entertainer, Chris Rock, travelling in a gold speedboat from the Bellagio Fountains to the Thames. The campaign aims to drive awareness of the brand and its “golden” offers and products, with Chris Rock sharing details on price boosts, enhanced bonuses and the industry leading free to play £2m prize for predicting six correct Premier League scores – “Golden Goals” – as well as exclusive BetMGM content and one of the largest jackpots in the UK; currently totalling £15.4m.
In addition to the hero campaign, which has been developed in collaboration with London-based creative agency Recipe; they have produced a responsible gambling advert, dedicated to ensuring consumers keep their play safe.
Sam Behar, UK Director of BetMGM, said: “We are incredibly excited to launch BetMGM in the UK and give customers something new. This campaign leverages the heritage of MGM Resorts’ best-in-class Las Vegas entertainment to deliver a unique proposition to the UK market. Alongside standout promotions and our A-list ambassador Chris Rock, this campaign clearly demonstrates BetMGM’s commitment to bringing a fresh and entertaining approach to the market. It’s showtime!”
Dan Jacobs, Chief Creative Officer at Recipe, said: “It’s been a real privilege to support in the launch of BetMGM in the UK. From minute one, the ambition from everyone was to stand out in the market. Chris Rock, in a gold boat, with a lion, in the Fountains of Bellagio does exactly that!”
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From $12 to $54,719: The Story of a Big Win at Betandyou!
There are thousands of bets placed on Betandyou every single day. Some place small bets, some go big, and sometimes someone hits a win that stands out from everything else.
That’s exactly what happened this November – one of our players placed just $12 and hit a life-changing $54,719 payout!
What Happened Before the Big Win
It all started like any ordinary bet. Football filled the screens – Manchester, Barcelona, Milan, Porto.
The player with ID 6301********, a part of our community since June 2023, opened the Betandyou app and placed his usual pick. No big stake. No drama. Just a regular moment of excitement for the game.
The Four Predictions That Changed Everything
A $12 accumulator and four football matches. Most impressively, exact score predictions – something you don’t see every day and a true sign of confidence. And here’s how the night unfolded:
- Manchester City – Bournemouth: 3–1
- Barcelona – Elche: 3–1
- Milan – Roma: 1–0
- Porto – Braga: 2–1
One by one, the results started to fall into place. The first two games, perfect 3:1 calls. Then Milan held Roma to 1:0. And finally, Porto sealed it with a 2:1 win. Four matches. Four exact scores.
4560 Odds: A Moment You Can’t Predict
- Total odds? 4560.
- The payout? That’s $54,719!
When the final whistle blew, the numbers on the screen told a story we don’t see every day, the kind of win that makes your heart skip a beat and your hands tremble just a little before hitting “Check balance.” That’s the kind of moment every bettor dreams about, when the impossible suddenly becomes reality.
CEO Betandyou: Official Comment
“Wins like this always draw attention,” says the CEO of Betandyou. “But what excites us even more is the story behind it. Our players don’t just bet, they feel the game. They analyze, they take risks, they follow their passion. This win isn’t just luck; it’s the perfect mix of intuition, strategy, and a love for football. At Betandyou, we live for moments like these, because every big win starts with a small belief.”
More Than Just Numbers
This player has been with us for more than a year, and this time their loyalty, patience, and boldness paid off in the best possible way. It’s not really about the amount – it’s about that feeling when your choices turn into something real. When your screen lights up and you realize that yes, you just did that.
At Betandyou, that magic happens every day, sometimes quietly, sometimes spectacularly. But one thing is certain: there’s always another story waiting to be written.
So who knows? Maybe the next headline will be yours.
Stay in the game with Betandyou!
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CT Interactive Expands In Romania with New Game Launch on Maxbet.ro
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CT Interactive has further expanded its presence in the regulated Romanian market through the launch of new gaming content on Maxbet.ro. The collaboration introduces a selection of top-performing titles designed to boost player engagement and enhance the overall gaming experience across the region.
As part of the collaboration, Maxbet.ro will feature two exclusive titles available only to its players — Kyoto Magic and Fruits & Sweets Buy Bonus.
Martin Ivanov, Chief Operating Officer at CT Interactive, said: “Our collaboration with Maxbet.ro reflects our commitment to developing high-quality content that meets the demands of the modern Romanian player. Titles like Fruits & Sweets Buy Bonus and Kyoto Magic showcase the best of our portfolio – dynamic gameplay, strategic depth, attractive bonus features and excellent math models.”
“We are confident that our exclusive titles will enhance the gaming experience for Maxbet’s players, offering them a richer, more immersive, and engaging journey,” added Bogdan Smeu, Regional Manager for Romania at CT Interactive.
In addition to the exclusive titles, Maxbet.ro will now feature a selection of CT Interactive’s most popular games, including 20 Mega Star, Lucky Clover 10, The Shining Globe, Zet Fruits and Doctor Winstein Buy Bonus.
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Spelinspektionen: Gaming Companies with Swedish Licenses Had a Turnover of SEK 6.7 Billion During the Third Quarter
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Gambling companies with a Swedish license had a turnover of SEK 6.7 billion (609 million Euro) in the third quarter of 2025, an increase of 0.5% compared to the same quarter in 2024. Turnover refers to players’ stakes minus paid out winnings. The figures are preliminary and may be revised.
At the end of the quarter, just over 130,000 people were suspended via Spelpaus.se, which is an increase of 2.1% from the previous quarter.
The Swedish Gambling Authority continuously collects and analyses data to monitor trends in the gambling market. Turnover data for games for public benefit purposes is collected directly by the Swedish Gambling Authority. For taxable entities, turnover figures are based on information on decided tax from the Swedish Tax Agency.
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