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The Jockey Club Appoints Jim Mullen as Group Chief Executive

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The Jockey Club has appointed Jim Mullen as Group Chief Executive.

Mullen joins The Jockey Club from Reach plc, the largest commercial news publisher in the UK and Ireland, where he has been Chief Executive since 2019.

He will succeed Interim Group Chief Executive, Charlie Boss, who has been in the post since December 2024, following Nevin Truesdale’s decision to step down from the role at the end of last year after 11 years at the organisation.

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Mullen, 54, will leave Reach plc, which runs more than 120 publishing brands including the Mirror, Daily Express, Daily Record and Daily Star, and begin his new role with British horseracing’s largest commercial organisation and employer on June 1.

Established in 1750 to act in the long term best interests of British racing, The Jockey Club runs some of the nation’s biggest sporting events, including the Cheltenham Festival, Randox Grand National at Aintree and the Betfred Derby Festival at Epsom Downs. Thousands of racehorses also use The Jockey Club’s training centres in Newmarket, Lambourn and Epsom every year, while the organisation also runs The National Stud in Newmarket and the charity, Racing Welfare, which makes help available to everyone in racing.

A horseracing fan and racehorse owner, Mullen was Group Chief Executive of Ladbrokes Coral Group plc between March 2015 and March 2018, having previously been Managing Director of Ladbrokes Digital and Chief Operating Officer of William Hill Online. Prior to that he was Digital Strategy Director and Director of Product Management at News International and Director of Digital at Publicis Group.

In addition he is currently a non-executive Board member of Racecourse Media Group, the umbrella organisation responsible for media rights involving 61 racecourses in Britain and Ireland.

Speaking about the appointment, Jim Mullen said: “While The Jockey Club will be known to many as one of the most prestigious and established organisations in British sport, it is also a forward-thinking and exciting business with its focus firmly on the future.

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“As a lifelong horseracing fan who has spent some of the best days of my life on racecourses, I could not be more proud to join The Jockey Club’s passionate and dedicated team through what I hope will be an exciting new chapter.

“Publishing and horseracing might appear to be two very different industries on the surface. However, they share a focus on providing value and quality for the customer while nurturing happy and motivated teams across multiple sites and I am passionate about delivering both.

“I would like to thank all my colleagues at Reach for their hard work and all that has been achieved together over the past six years. I now look forward to forging new relationships in horseracing and renewing others developed during my time in the gambling industry.”

The Jockey Club’s Senior Steward, Baroness Dido Harding, said: “I am delighted to welcome a leader of Jim’s calibre and experience as our next Group Chief Executive.

“He has a long and distinguished track record of delivering strong growth in the publishing and gambling sectors and is also familiar with the complexities of the British racing industry, its structure and challenges, as well as the very many opportunities we have to broaden our fanbase.

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“Jim will bring with him a wealth of experience and expertise, while also being a racing fan at heart who is passionate about promoting the sport and the incredible experiences we are able to offer our customers.”

Charlie Boss will continue as Interim CEO until Mullen takes up his new post and will remain at The Jockey Club until July to support and ensure a smooth transition.

Baroness Harding added: “On behalf of the Stewards and Members of The Jockey Club, I would like to thank Charlie Boss for the tremendous commitment, enthusiasm and drive he has shown over the past four months in this role.

“Charlie’s deep understanding of The Jockey Club, our teams and the industry allowed him to really hit the ground running and provide clear leadership during our busiest time of the year with our major festivals at Cheltenham and Aintree in March and April. We are incredible lucky to have him as our Interim CEO.”

Charlie Boss, Interim CEO, said: “Jim has all of the skills and experience that The Jockey Club needs to realise its full potential, and I can’t think of a better person to hand the baton over to this summer.

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“My energy and focus before Jim arrives will be on creating the solid foundations to ensure he and this wonderful organisation are positioned to thrive.”

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Altenar Steps in as General Sponsor of EEGS 2025

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The prestigious Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) is set to welcome Altenar, a prominent sports betting software provider, as a General Sponsor for its 2025 edition. Scheduled for 26th and 27th November at the IEC in Sofia, Bulgaria, this partnership exemplifies Altenar’s unwavering commitment to driving innovation and growth within the gaming and entertainment sectors. This long-standing collaboration has consistently generated mutual benefits and opportunities for both Altenar and the event, as well as for all participants involved.

Altenar continues to deliver top-tier solutions for licensed operators across the globe. From standalone sportsbook offerings to comprehensive turnkey solutions, Altenar combines proven reliability with tailored services to meet diverse client needs.

Since its inception in 2011, Altenar has powered hundreds of online sports betting platforms, while their self-service betting terminals and mobile applications adapt to the evolving demands of operators, leading to a rapidly expanding client portfolio in over 30 countries.

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Altenar’s involvement as a sponsor underscores their essential contribution to the overall success of the EEGS, emphasizing a collective dedication to excellence and advancement in the industry. This year’s event promises to be a critical platform for industry leaders, visionaries, and entrepreneurs to discover and discuss the latest trends in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality.

As the foremost conference in the region, the Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) offers an engaging setting for industry pioneers to network, collaborate, and delve into the opportunities shaping the future of gaming and entertainment.

Align your company with this esteemed conference and take advantage of the insights and expertise shared at the event.

Check the available sponsorship options here.

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Tachi Palace Casino trusts Continent 8 to bolster its cybersecurity through advanced managed SOC and SIEM solutions

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Tachi-Yokut Tribe of Santa Rosa Rancheria-owned and operated casino now equipped with world-leading 24/7/365 monitoring, proactive threat prevention and rapid response capabilities to safeguard its tribal gaming operations

Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions for the tribal gaming industry, is pleased to announce a new cybersecurity agreement with Tachi Palace Casino Resort to oversee and optimize their Security Operations Center (SOC) and Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) cybersecurity operations.

In collaboration with Continent 8 and its cybersecurity division, C8 Secure, Tachi Palace Casino Resort will implement their managed SOC and SIEM services. The customer will gain instant access to a comprehensive SOC and SIEM solution featuring round-the-clock monitoring, sophisticated threat detection to pinpoint anomalies and potential risks, integrated threat intelligence to anticipate evolving threats and an advanced SIEM architecture designed for high-performance analytics and streamlined incident management.

Patrick Gardner, Chief Security Officer at Continent 8 said: “We are honored that Tachi Palace Casino Resort selected Continent 8 through a rigorous selection process as their trusted Managed Security Operations Center partner. As a leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) specializing in the gaming industry, we have deep insight into the unique cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities facing our customers today. Tachi Palace Casino Resort’s proactive commitment to safeguarding their infrastructure demonstrates exceptional leadership and a clear understanding that robust, continuous security is vital for protecting their customers, data and gaming operations.”

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Jerad Swimmer, Regional Sales Director at Continent 8 added: “It’s inspiring to see an increasing number of tribal gaming and casino organizations such as Tachi Palace Casino Resort making cybersecurity a core component of their strategic initiatives and organizational culture.

“We are delighted to support Tachi Palace Casino Resort as their trusted MSSP, ensuring a secure and strategic cybersecurity journey.”

David Clark, Information System Director at Tachi Palace Casino Resort said: “I am looking forward to our new partnership with Continent 8 and what the future brings for us.”

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Harmony Meetup 7 feat. Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025

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BetConstruct proudly announces the Harmony Meetup 7 featuring Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025, set to take place from 8–11 July in Yerevan, Armenia.

The event will present the concept of FTN’s 7 dimensions as a driving force shaping the future of the digital domain.

Alongside the classic categories of the Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards, the team will also introduce new ones that reflect the direction adopted by the company.

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Ortak Categories:

  • Best Ortak Estate Collection
  • Best Ortak Casino NFT Collection
  • Best Ortak White-label Unique Collection – Sponsored by VBET – 10 000 FTN prize pool
  • Best Ortak Snowball Collection – Sponsored by PopOK Gaming – 10 000 FTN prize pool
  • Best Ortak Partner
  • Best Ortak Performer
  • Most Traded NFT Collection
  • Best Start-up NFT Collection
  • Most Innovative Business of the Year

 

FTN Categories:

  • FTN Innovation of the Year – Sponsored by Fastex – 10 000 FTN prize pool
  • FTN Casino Supplier of the Year – Sponsored by CreedRoomz – 10 000 FTN prize pool
  • FTN Casino Operator of the Year
  • FTN Platform Provider of the Year – Sponsored by BetConstruct – 10 000 FTN prize pool
  • FTN Game of the Year – Sponsored by Pascal Gaming – 10 000 FTN prize pool
  • Best FTN Game Design
  • Best FTN Game Soundtrack
  • Rising Star in FTN Casino

 

YoDoor Categories:

  • Best YoDoor Space Developer Company – Sponsored by YoDoor – 10 000 FTN prize pool
  • Best YoDoor Casino Space

 

Participation Rules for All Partners

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Rules for Operator Partners

To qualify for participation as Operator Partner, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • have an average monthly invoice of 25,000 FTN;
  • hold a minimum of two Ortak Snowball Collections;
  • perform at least one self-initiated campaign utilizing either NFTs or FTN.

 

Rules for Provider Partners

To qualify for participation as Provider Partner, applicants must have executed two or more FTN-based campaigns in collaboration with Operators.

Also, at least one of the following criteria must be met:

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  • an average of 50% of invoices paid via FTN;
  • the release of a Yo or FTN-related game;
  • the issuance of one or more Ortak Multi-Platform Collections.

Within the framework of the Harmony meetup feat. Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025, The Last Battle Universe will release a new Universe level for the partners who choose to pay their employee salaries in FTN.

Dates and Deadlines

The application submission will open on May 15th with a final deadline of May 21st, 2025. All the participants should have completed their applications by the set deadline.

Become a Sponsor

Take part in this landmark event by sponsoring a category!

Industry leaders such as BetConstruct, VBet, PopOK Gaming, Pascal Gaming, CreedRoomz, Fastex, and YoSpace are already confirmed sponsors for various categories of the Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards.

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Each has confirmed a 10,000 FTN prize fund for the winner of the category they are sponsoring, which will be allocated towards the winner’s promotion and business growth.

You too can apply and become a sponsor of a category.

Join Harmony Meetup 7 feat. Fasttoken and Ortak x B.F.T.H. Arena Awards 2025, and discover the 7 dimensions of FTN this July.

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