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UK’s Betting and Gaming Council announced that Kevin Schofield has been appointed as Director of Communications and Digital

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6 years ago

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February 27, 2020

By

Zoltan Tundik

Kevin will be joining the Betting and Gaming Council in summer, from his current role as editor of PoliticsHome.

The Betting and Gaming Council is the new standards body committed to setting the highest industry standards and to building consumer and public trust in the betting and gaming industry.

Kevin Schofield joins the BGC with an outstanding career in journalism. For more than 25 years, he has worked for a range of newspapers across the UK, including The Scotsman, The Herald, Daily Record and The Sun. Since 2015 he has been editor of PoliticsHome.

In nearly two decades covering politics, he has reported on six general elections as well as the Scottish independence and EU referendums.

Membership of the Betting and Gaming Council is open to all gambling operators with a UK licence. It comprises members from the online and retail sectors, representing over 90% of the betting and gaming sector (excluding lotteries). All members are required to adhere to a new Code of Conduct setting the highest standards for membership.

Michael Dugher, Chief Executive, Betting and Gaming Council commenting said:

“The BGC is a new standards body committed to delivering big changes across the industry. To do that, we need top people. Kevin Schofield is one of the very best media professionals of his generation, he commands massive respect across journalism and politics, and he is an outstanding hire for the BGC.

“Kevin is joining an already top class and growing team at the BGC. This shows that we are building something exciting at the BGC as we strive to become the very best in the business.”

Kevin Schofield, newly appointed Director of Communications and Digital said:

“I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the Betting and Gaming Council and can’t wait to get started. I know that they have big ambitions for the years ahead and I’m looking forward to working with the team to help drive up standards in the industry.”

In addition, Wes Himes, former CEO of the RGA has been appointed Executive Director, Standards and Innovation responsible for safer gambling, policy, research and regulation and Gary Follis, former interim CEO of the ABB and Director of Communications at the BGC has been appointed Executive Director for Corporate Affairs responsible for communications, government relations and membership.

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Atucha Strategic Advisory strengthens leadership team with appointment of Eliane Nunes as Head of Revenue & Commercial Growth

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32 minutes ago

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February 25, 2026

By

Wladimir P.

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Atucha Strategic Advisory, led by LatAm specialist Ramiro Atucha, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Eliane Nunes as Head of Revenue & Commercial Growth, reinforcing the consultancy’s capabilities across Brazil and the wider Latin American region.

The appointment reflects the ongoing evolution of ASA’s boutique advisory model and its focus on delivering tailored strategic guidance to a select group of clients operating in complex, fast-changing markets.

Eliane Nunes brings more than 30 years of experience across iGaming, public relations, corporate communications, growth strategy, and partnership development. Her career has been defined by deep market understanding, relationship-driven leadership, and a long-term approach to sustainable value creation.

Ramiro Atucha commented:
“Eliane’s market sensitivity and structured thinking make her a natural fit for ASA. Her ability to combine revenue awareness, commercial vision, and attentive listening enhances the value we deliver to our partners.”

Eliane Nunes added:
“Ramiro is a professional I have long admired, and our perspectives on growth, positioning, and client development are highly aligned. In Brazil and LatAm, sustainable performance is shaped not only by metrics, but also by trust, reputation, and close professional relationships.”

In her new role, Nunes will lead revenue development initiatives, commercial expansion, and partnership structuring, helping ASA clients translate strategic direction into measurable business outcomes across Brazil and Latin America.

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Greentube enters Slovenian market with Casino.si partnership

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32 minutes ago

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February 25, 2026

By

Wladimir P.

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Greentube, the digital gaming and entertainment arm of NOVOMATIC, has officially launched in the Slovenian iGaming market through a new collaboration with local operator Casino.si.

The agreement marks Greentube’s first go-live in Slovenia and represents another step in the company’s broader European expansion strategy.

As part of the rollout, Casino.si players will gain access to a curated portfolio of Greentube titles, blending new releases with well-known land-based classics that have performed strongly across Central Europe.

The initial launch features recent favourites such as Charming Lady’s Boom and the Cash Connection series, alongside iconic titles including Book of Ra deluxe, Sizzling Hot deluxe, and Lord of the Ocean. The mix is designed to balance recognisable heritage content with modern online performance, offering broad appeal for Slovenian players.

The partnership further strengthens Greentube’s footprint across regulated European markets while enabling Casino.si to expand its online offering with established, high-performing content.

Opher Ben Zvi, Deputy Director of Global Sales & Key Account Management at Greentube, said the move represents an important milestone in the company’s regional growth:

“Entering the Slovenian market is a significant step for Greentube as we continue to expand across Europe. Casino.si is a respected operator with strong regional reach, and we are proud to introduce our portfolio of classic and new-generation titles to Slovenian players for the first time.”

Ksenija Bezek, Head of Online Operations at Casino.si, added:

“Greentube’s games are widely recognised by players across Europe, and we are pleased to welcome such a prestigious supplier to our platform. This partnership enhances our offering with proven titles that deliver both entertainment value and quality gameplay.”

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