Flutter appointed Edward Traynor interim group chief legal officer from 1 October, reportedly, following Don Liu’s retirement. Traynor will retain his role as group company secretary, which he has held since April 2015; Liu formally left Flutter on 30 September after submitting his resignation on 28 September.
Traynor’s interim appointment changes Flutter’s legal leadership while he retains company secretary duties.
Quarter ended 30 September 2026
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The World Gaming and Betting Alliance has appointed Maarten Haijer as chief executive, reportedly. The organisation, formed in July 2026 and based in Geneva, includes bet365, FDJ United, Flutter Entertainment and Entain, and plans to launch with its first industry report later this year.
Neil Banbury became managing director of Sky Betting and Gaming on 29 September. Banbury told the outlet he intends to draw on parent company Flutter Entertainment's international reach.
The World Gaming and Betting Alliance has selected former European Gaming and Betting Association secretary general Maarten Haijer to lead the new global gambling body as director general. The organisation is due to hold its formal launch in Geneva in November, alongside publication of its first report; Bet365, Entain, Flutter Entertainment and FDJ United are listed as members.
Reportedly, Dan Taylor has become group CEO of Flutter. Other developments involved Allwyn’s appointment of a new chief technology officer and personnel changes at White Hat Gaming, Aristocrat and Yggdrasil.
Enteractive appointed Stephen Parry as group chief executive officer, effective 1 October 2026. Co-founder Mikael Hansson moved to executive chairman, while the company said it plans to pursue international expansion, closer operator partnerships and further technology development.