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BetConstruct AI appoints Lena Yasir as chief executive

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BetConstruct AI announced on 10 June that Lena Yasir had become its chief executive, with immediate effect. The company said she will focus on global revenue, technical development and partnerships in regulated gaming markets. Yasir takes over operational responsibilities from SoftConstruct chief executive Leonid Kirakosyan and co-founders Vigen and Vahe Badalyan; Kirakosyan remains head of the parent company.

BetConstruct AI’s new CEO is tasked with revenue, technical development and partnerships in regulated gaming markets.

End-of-day close Evolution (EVO), SEK, to 24 July 2026
Story date27 April 202624 July 2026

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Gambling Commission acting chief executive addresses sector leaders

Sarah Gardner, acting chief executive of the Gambling Commission, spoke at its CEO Briefing on 5 November, according to the Commission. She said the regulator would continue engagement with the sector and discussed work on the Gambling Act Review, the National Lottery and illegal gambling. Gardner also acknowledged that the previous week’s Budget had introduced changes affecting parts of the sector.

Acting Chief Executive Sarah Gardner gave the speech at the CEO Briefing on 5 November 2026. She addressed the audience as Acting Chief Executive of the Gambling Commission. The published text is a draft version, so the words actually spoken may vary a little.

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