Welcome to the Weekend Report, where iGB looks at the news that you may have missed across the last few days. This week Rush Street Interactive appoints new technology chief, MGM announces departure of COO, and new iGaming consultancy launches.
Rush Street Interactive names Tyagi as CTO
Rush Street Interactive has announced the appointment of Shubham Tyagi as its new chief technology officer.
Tyagi joins the company having worked in the technology sector more than two decades. He was most recently CTO for Warner Bros. Discovery Sports.
He joins the senior leadership team at RSI, reporting directly to CEO Richard Schwartz. RSI said the appointment represents its commitment to securing top-tier senior leadership.
“Shubham stood out not only for his experience and expertise, but also for his ability to build trust, drive alignment and scale platforms that serve millions of customers around the world,” Schwartz said.
Sanders exits as COO of MGM Resorts
Another senior management change will see Corey Sanders depart as chief operating officer at MGM Resorts International.
Sanders has worked at MGM for more than 30 years but will step down at the end of 2025. He will remain, however, as an advisor to President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle until December 2026.
During his time at MGM, Sanders served in a series of roles. In addition to COO, he was chief financial officer and treasurer, as well as COO for MGM’s core brands.
“It’s impossible to overstate what Corey has meant to this company over the last 30-plus years,” Hornbuckle said. “He has been a constant presence, providing foundational leadership for all the key moments that have defined our history.”
New iGaming consultancy targets ‘cost-effective’ licences
A new iGaming consultancy has launched to meet demand for “cost-effective” gambling licences.
The new venture, iGaming Licensing, is from the team behind regulatory service provider Global Gaming Solutions. It will focus on helping clients secure “affordable” licences in regions such as Anjouan, Nevis and Tobique.
Brothers Mark and Tom O’Neill will lead the company, supported by partners James Lees and Rachel Booth. Among them, the quartet boasts several decades of experience in iGaming regulation.
“With a compliance-first ethos, a carefully designed recommendations platform and a reputation for excellence, the group is positioning itself as the go-to partner for businesses seeking trusted licensing solutions in an increasingly complex regulatory landscape,” Mark O’Neill said.
Gaming Corps integrates full portfolio with Light & Wonder
Gaming Corps has entered into a global distribution agreement for its iGaming content with Light & Wonder.
The deal will see Gaming Corps’ full games portfolio made available via Light & Wonder’s content marketplace ecosystem. This covers slots, crash, mine, table and plink titles.
Light & Wonder’s content marketplace hosts more than 6,700 titles and handles over 5 billion game rounds each month.
“This deal with Light & Wonder is a significant moment for us,” Gaming Corps CEO Juha Kauppinen said. “Their content marketplace is one of the leading distribution networks in the industry. This agreement puts our content in front of new audiences in key regulated markets.”
Bwin scores Spanish partnership with NFL
Bwin has announced an official regional partnership with the National Football League in Spain.
Under the multi-year deal, Bwin will serve as the NFL’s official sports betting partner in the country.
The agreement comes ahead of the NFL hosting its first official game in Spain. The game in Madrid on 16 November will see the Washington Commanders face the Miami Dolphins at Bernabéu Stadium.
“We’re delighted to have Bwin on board as a new partner in the market, helping to create unique and exciting experiences for our growing fan base in Spain,” said Brett Gosper, head of Europe and APAC at the NFL.
Rush Street Interactive, MGM Resorts and Bwin are among those featured in the Weekend Report this week.