Jessie Sale

United Kingdom

Sports Business Journalist at SBC NEWS

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Articles

Bet365 named Chicago Sky betting partner

1 week ago | sbcnews.co.uk | Jessie Sale

Bet365 has become the official sports betting partner of Chicago Sky as the British bookmaker continues to pursue its US growth journey. The company’s logo will be displayed around the home of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) team. It will appear behind the basket on the north end of the court, along with the center pole pad on both home and visiting team baskets. Bet365branding will also be featured on social media, broadcast, digital and in-arena promotional marketing products.
Yolo closes Fund II after reaching €100m target

1 week ago | sbcnews.co.uk | Jessie Sale

Yolo Investments has reached its €100m target for its Fund II investment fund, signalling the closure of its fundraising campaign despite tough market conditions. The figure comprises investment from a network of 23 external, totalling €50m in external capital, while the Estonian-based Yolo Group made up the rest of the €100m with a €50m pledge itself. Tim Heath, GP at Yolo Investments, commented: “We’re absolutely thrilled to be closing our raise for Fund II having hit our target.
Dominican Republic introduces new gambling project

1 week ago | sbcnews.co.uk | Jessie Sale

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader has introduced a new bill that proposes the creation of a new regulatory authority that will oversee all gambling and betting activities. The proposal, sent to the National Congress this week, also places heavy emphasis on tax collection whilst creating a new General Directorate of Gaming (DGJA) under the Ministry of Finance, which will look at registration, control, oversight and licensing.
National Lottery Fund gives £225m back to communities

2 weeks ago | lotterydaily.com | Jessie Sale

A new £225m Solidarity Fund has been introduced by the National Lottery Community Fund as the organisation looks to create a “fairer, stronger and more resilient future” in England. The initiative will support groups that are already working to make a lasting change to the root causes of inequality and help people who’ve lived through these issues work together to influence change.
Lottery.com acquires 90% of Nook Holdings for $2.5m

2 weeks ago | lotterydaily.com | Jessie Sale

Lottery.com has formed an amended Stock Purchase Agreement (SPA) to become the majority owner of Nook Holdings. Described as a sports, health and wellness incubator based in Dubai, UAE, the all-cash deal for Nook Holdings has been valued at approximately $2.5m (£1.85m), meaning Lottery.com will take control of 90% of the firm.
Scientific Games brings in two experts to digital team

2 weeks ago | lotterydaily.com | Jessie Sale

Scientific Games has confirmed two new appointments as the lottery games business grows its digital leadership and ambitions in the Middle East. Firstly, focusing on content, product development and innovation, Keshav Pitani has been called to the role of Senior Vice President of Digital Games. Notably, Pitani held the previous job of Senior Director of Product Development at Bally Technologies until its acquisition by Scientific Games Corp in 2014 – a deal valued at approximately $5.1bn.
Increased gambling tax would bolster the black market

2 weeks ago | sbcnews.co.uk | Jessie Sale

Fears of a tax increase on online gambling in the UK loom while a new YouGov survey suggests that 65% of bettors agree that such change “would make customers turn to unregulated betting sites”. The research was commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), the trade and standards body for UK betting, which warns that this shift could not only fail to generate more tax revenue but also jeopardise player safety.
Veikkaus continues as Finnish FA sponsor until 2030

2 weeks ago | lotterydaily.com | Jessie Sale

Veikkaus has extended its betting sponsorship of the Finnish Football Association (Palloliitto) until 2030, as it continues to build on support of local sport. Finland’s state-owned lottery operator will continue to partner top Finnish football leagues including Veikkausliiga men’s division and Kansallisen Liiga women’s division, as well as the men’s and women’s national football teams.
Allwyn social value fund extends to Women’s Rugby World Cup

3 weeks ago | lotterydaily.com | Jessie Sale

Allwyn and the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 have come together to form an official volunteer programme, supporting the “biggest-ever global celebration of women’s rugby”. Ahead of the tournament’s first return to England since 2010, the National Lottery operator has kicked off an initiative to support the Women’s Rugby World Cup with 1,500 volunteers – 65% of which are women themselves.
UAE Lottery launches Pick 3 with daily wins

3 weeks ago | lotterydaily.com | Jessie Sale

A new daily draw game has been launched by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Lottery which offers players a chance to win up to AED 2,500 (approx £500) every day. Pick 3, which costs only AED 5 (approx £1) per entry, requires players to pick three numbers each between zero and nine.