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UK gambling firm Playtech's chair to step down, Sky News reports

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Posted on January 28, 2025

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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Playtech's Chairman Brian Mattingley to Retire This Year

(Reuters) - British gambling technology firm Playtech's Chairman Brian Mattingley will retire from the board this year, Sky News reported on Tuesday.

Mattingley, former chairman and chief executive of 888, the London-listed bookmaker now called Evoke, will leave Playtech after about three and half years. The move will be announced this week, according to the report.

(Reporting by Prerna Bedi in Bengaluru; Editing by Alan Barona)

Key Takeaways

  • Playtech Chairman Brian Mattingley to retire this year.
  • Mattingley has been with Playtech for over three years.
  • He previously led 888, now known as Evoke.
  • The announcement is expected this week.
  • Sky News reported the upcoming leadership change.

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The main topic is the retirement of Playtech's Chairman Brian Mattingley, marking a leadership change in the UK gambling firm.
Who is Brian Mattingley?
Brian Mattingley is the Chairman of Playtech and former chairman and CEO of 888, now known as Evoke.
When will the retirement be announced?
The retirement announcement is expected to be made this week, according to Sky News.

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