The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced and is nearing the end of a new consultation on the standards of gaming machines that it licenses. Like many of its previous changes to these standards, it is expected that its recommendations for changes will see movements towards gambling machines that are deemed safer for players and […]
With the technology powering iGaming evolving so rapidly and the competition encouraged by the market creating inventive new ways to appeal to and appease players, the UK’s Gambling Commission is regularly seen tinkering with its rules and regulations. Of course, the regulator can do this at will, requiring operators to keep up as it does […]
Conviva, a specialist in real-time performance analytics, has published the results of its global research, the 2025 State of Digital Experience Report. In today’s attention economy, delivering exceptional digital experiences has become a make-or-break-differentiator across industries. However, the report reveals rising dissatisfaction as consumers grow increasingly impatient with poor online experiences. A huge 91 per […]
Levira, a specialist in broadcast and media technology services, has announced the launch of its new UK entity, Levira Media Services, headquartered in Leeds. Levira Media Services aims to redefine how media operations are streamlined and optimised. By focusing on efficient content distribution workflows, Levira ensures seamless delivery across multiple outputs, including streaming, broadcast, FAST […]
Eighty-four per cent of UK premises are able to get gigabit-capable broadband, according to new Ofcom data, meaning internet companies are on track to meet the UK Government’s initial target of 85 per cent Gigabit coverage by the end of 2025. The figures, which come from Ofcom’s Connected Nations Spring update, show that in January […]
Channel 4 has announced the launch of two Nations and Regions initiatives to strengthen commissioning talent and help production companies maximise their potential. The schemes – the Junior Commissioning Editor Programme and Business Boost – are run by Channel 4’s development and training programme 4SKills and form key parts of the broadcaster’s ongoing strategy to […]
WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings, has announced that tickets for the upcoming UK, Ireland and France tour on the road to Clash in Paris this August will go on sale on May 16th at 10am local time. Presale for the Road to Clash in Paris Tour will begin May 14th at 10am local time. […]
The Production Guild of Great Britain (PGGB) has announced that Kaye Elliott will join as its new CEO, starting July 16th. Elliott joins PGGB from ScreenSkills where she is currently Director of High-End Television (HETV) setting the strategy and overseeing all aspects of HETV industry investment in skills support for UK freelancers and production companies. […]
Lucinda Hicks has been appointed CEO ofSister Group. Based in London, Hicks will drive the strategic direction and oversee execution of the independent studio and its partner companies. In a further strengthening of the executive team, Chris Fry, currently Group CFO and interim CEO, has been promoted to the newly created role of Group COO […]
UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival – has unveiled the full programme of its 27th edition. Running at venues across London, Leicester and Coventry from May 1st to 11th, UK Asian Film Festival is presented by Tongues on Fire and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, […]