This Week in Gambling News: Global Highlights and Industry Insights

Podium Welcomes New Managing Director: Josh Sparke, former LiveScore Group executive, has been named managing director of PA Media's betting arm, Podium, effective 1 March.

Isle of Man Gambling Commission Appoints New CEO: Mark Rutherford steps up as CEO, replacing Steve Brennan, marking a significant leadership change for one of the industry's leading regulators.

Rush Street Interactive Seeks New CIO: After 11 years of service, Einar Roosileht departs from his role as Chief Information Officer.

Australia's Sportsbet Faces Class Action: A lawsuit alleges illegal live betting practices via the "Fast Code" service, seeking refunds for users affected over the past six years.

KPMG Under Investigation: The UK’s Financial Reporting Council probes KPMG’s audit of Entain’s 2022 accounts, spotlighting the Big Four firm’s accountability.

Gibraltar Appeals Court Decision: Former Mansion Group CEO Karel Mañasco continues his legal battle over corporate governance and fiduciary breaches.

EveryMatrix Reports Record Revenues: The Malta-based supplier surpassed €100m in EBITDA for 2024, with net revenue soaring by 59% year-on-year to €181m.

Super Group Predicts Record Growth: Betway and Spin's parent company forecasts its strongest quarter outside the US, with Q4 revenue expected to hit €486m.

Gentoo Media Group Launches SweepX: Gentoo Media (Formerly known as GiG) enters the sweepstakes market with a new platform, targeting US players with engaging and efficient gaming solutions.

Flutter Eyes Italian Lottery Licence: Valued at €4.3bn, the licence presents a lucrative opportunity as Flutter evaluates bidding options, potentially in a consortium.

Brazil's Regulatory Evolution: Authorities consider introducing B2B certification for gaming suppliers, expanding on the country’s newly regulated market.

Massachusetts Proposes Affordability Checks: A new bill aims to reform sports betting laws, including measures for player protection and increased operator taxation.

Virginia Online Gaming Bill Delayed: Legislative discussions on legalising iGaming in the state are postponed for further evaluation.

Africa Faces Regulatory Hurdles: The Lagos State Lotteries CEO warns against the rise of unregulated gambling across the continent, calling for standardised regulations.

Unlicensed Gambling in Europe: The UKGC reports a tenfold increase in illegal gambling URLs removed this year, underlining growing concerns over black market activities.

Pragmatic Play Sponsors MotoGP: The content provider becomes a primary sponsor for Aprilia Racing, expanding its visibility in the motorsport arena.

Spribe Partners with UFC and WWE: Aviator branding to feature prominently in Octagon events and marquee social media campaigns.