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GVC appoints of Sandeep Tiku as Chief Operating Officer

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GVC Holdings PLC, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandeep Tiku as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.

Sandeep joined GVC as IT Director in 2014 and became the Group’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in 2016. Prior to this, Sandeep spent fourteen years at Valtech, a global digital agency focused on business transformation, where he was a global SMAC (Social, Mobile, Analytics and Cloud) practice head working for large enterprises in e-commerce and the digital and mobile spaces.

Whilst at GVC, Sandeep has led a number of significant technology and platform transformation programs involving technological revolution, people re-skilling and innovation, culminating in the completion of GVC’s industry-leading proprietary gaming platform. Sandeep’s work has ably supported multiple acquisitions of global gambling companies and the successful integration of these businesses thereafter. Sandeep was pivotal in the technical migration of Ladbrokes Coral onto the Group’s proprietary technology platform. The Ladbrokes Coral migration was the largest that GVC has completed and represented one of the final parts of what was the most complex integration process in the gambling industry to-date.

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A search is currently underway for Sandeep’s replacement as CTO.

GVC has also promoted Marc Lange to the position of Chief of Staff to the CEO. Marc has over twenty years’ experience in technology, strategy, management and consulting. He previously served as the Group’s integration director since February 2018 following the acquisition of Ladbrokes Coral.  Marc joined the Group in 2012.

Andy Hicks, GVC’s managing director of retail, has been promoted to the GVC senior leadership team and will also report directly to the CEO. Andy has over twenty years’ experience in retail, having held senior positions at Dixons and Woolworths before joining Coral in 2009.

Shay Segev, Chief Executive Officer, commented: “I am delighted to be promoting GVC talent. Sandeep brings unparalleled experience and insight to the role of COO. We are first and foremost a technology business and this is at the heart of what we do – supporting customer services, trading, product and our people.  It therefore makes sense for him to take on this broader role. His leadership of our technology strategy and teams, combined with his knowledge of our legacy stack and proven results through our integrations, means that he is the right person for the job. I’d also like to congratulate Marc and Andy who both are operational experts with proven track records of delivering large-scale change initiatives. Their progression to the senior leadership team is richly deserved.”

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Movers and Shakers: Slots Temple – The Company Advocating for RTP Transparency

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While the online gambling landscape continues to strive for greater player protection and transparency, one area that deserves more attention is the transparency of return-to-player (RTP) rates. At Slots Temple, we are committed to enhancing player trust and providing a fair gaming environment, and we see RTP transparency as a crucial part of that commitment.

By focusing on treating players fairly and offering them the best possible experience, we can foster lasting loyalty that goes beyond fleeting bonuses. This guides our approach to RTP, and we’re actively working to ensure our actions match this, as we have demonstrated with our commitment to always offering the highest available RTP version of a game.

 

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For some, the idea of consistently offering the highest RTPs is not a top priority. For us at Slots Temple, it’s a fundamental principle. As a licensed online casino, we understand that providing value and the best experience to our players is the most sustainable path forward. Prior to becoming a licensed online casino, we operated exclusively as an affiliate website, a role that honed our understanding of what players value from their online casino experience.

Our experiences have taught us that you don’t need to overcomplicate anything; all that most players want is clear information about the games they choose, and an honest and transparent casino they can depend on.

Many online casinos choose to offer a low RTP version of their games. This means that the 96.5% RTP version of Gates of Olympus you love at one casino might not be available at another, and you could end up playing the 94.5% version without realising.

 

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Our aim is simple: we want players to be fully aware of the odds they are facing and be empowered to choose games that align with their expectations. So, what are we doing about it?

Firstly, we have made a public commitment to always offering our players the highest RTP version of every game available. This isn’t just a promise; it’s a core operational principle. We also benefit from an engaged community of online players who are quick to provide feedback, helping us maintain this commitment. We actively welcome and value this level of player engagement as a crucial part of our process.

On a broader level, we are actively raising awareness about the importance of RTP transparency within the industry. This includes engaging with industry press and educating players on the issue, championing a more transparent future for online slots.

 

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As operators, we often emphasise the importance of providing players with the best possible experience, but this area is one that many overlook. While offering lower RTP games might increase profits in the short term, it is a sure-fire way not to keep players around when they realise there are better odds elsewhere.

Our not-so-distant relative, the sports betting industry, sees operators proudly advertising that they offer low odds to punters. They understand that customers want value, and by providing it to them, they will return. This goes both ways, too, with sports bettors often quick to criticise bookmakers who offer poor odds.

We hope to see a future in the online casino world where this applies as well. We will continue to promote our high RTP offerings and fulfil our commitment to our players, and we would love to see other operators do the same.

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In-demand provider to take the hotly anticipated show by storm with its battle-tested iGaming ecosystem

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VeliTech is proud to announce its return to the SBC Summit Lisbon 2025, taking place from 16-18 September at Feira Internacional de Lisboa.

Building on last year’s momentum and following a year of significant growth and product milestones, the company is ready to demonstrate its battle-tested iGaming ecosystem for emerging markets.

Taking centre stage is VeliGames, an aggregation powerhouse by VeliTech, now supported by a newly launched dedicated website. Far more than a content library, VeliGames brings together scale, flexibility and engagement tools in one platform. The team is ready to demonstrate its full potential at stand A550, showing how it drives success for iGaming brands worldwide.

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Giorgi Aleksidze, CEO at VeliTech, said: “Returning to SBC Lisbon for the second year running, we’re showcasing the depth of our battle-tested iGaming ecosystem in action. VeliGames is more than a content pipeline — it’s a complete growth engine for operators. And when combined with our other products, operators get everything they need to build, launch and scale a successful iGaming business.”

This year’s comeback to SBC Lisbon is marked by extra recognition, as the company is shortlisted in two SBC Awards 2025 categories: Multi-channel Supplier and Aggregator of the Year.

As part of the official agenda, Irakli Kakhidze, Director of Turnkey at VeliTech, will join the panel discussion “A Continent on the Move: Sportsbook Technology in Africa” on 16 September (13:40–14:20, Stage 2: Emerging Markets, Africa).

The session will explore opportunities, infrastructure challenges and the innovation shaping Africa’s sportsbook sector, drawing on the VeliTech experience supporting operators as they expand into new markets.

“Sports betting in Africa follows its own path, driven by cultural fit and player behaviour. Success here requires agility and deep local understanding, not one-size-fits-all solutions,” added Irakli Kakhidze, Director of Turnkey at VeliTech.

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For more information, please visit the SBC Summit Lisbon 2025 Event Page or contact the team at [email protected].

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Churchill Downs Incorporated Completes Acquisition of a Majority of Casino Salem Project in New Hampshire

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Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN) (the “Company”) announced today that the Company has completed its previously announced purchase of a majority of the outstanding interests of a Salem, New Hampshire joint venture (“Casino Salem”) with the right to develop a charitable gaming, entertainment and dining venue.

The initial phase of Casino Salem opened on July 9th. CDI will finalize plans and commence construction of the future phases of the project, including a rebranding of the venue, an expansion of the gaming floor, and several food and beverage concepts.

The acquisition was funded with the Company’s existing credit facility. Closing of the transaction was subject to usual and customary closing conditions, including receipt of approval by the New Hampshire Lottery Commission.

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