Interblock said John Connelly had left as CEO and appointed Bala Ganesan interim chief executive while it searches for a permanent replacement. The company gave no reason for Connelly’s departure and said it had engaged an executive search firm.
The leadership change leaves Ganesan overseeing Interblock during its search for a permanent CEO.
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The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation approved electronic table game themes for historical horse racing terminals after a board vote on Tuesday. The approval followed a request from Interblock and Exacta Systems for a roulette-themed terminal; each additional themed game, including proposed poker and blackjack versions, will require a suitability review.
The Nevada Gaming Commission approved licences for several executives, including Caesars Digital president Eric Hession and BetMGM strategy and development senior vice president Witold Wacinski. At the commission, Hession discussed competition and compliance in sports betting and igaming; the report also quotes a commissioner raising concerns about competitors whose legality was uncertain.
Rank Group chief executive John O’Reilly will retire on 29 January, and chief financial officer Richard Harris will take over as interim CEO from 30 January, the company said. O’Reilly will support Rank until the end of its 2025-26 financial year while it searches for a permanent successor.
NorthStar Gaming said Michael Moskowitz has left his roles as CEO and board chair, with no reason given. Co-founder Corey Goodman will become interim CEO, and board member Dean MacDonald will take over as chair; director Barry Shafran has also resigned.
Bragg Gaming Group appointed Morten Tonnesen interim chief executive, with responsibility for day-to-day operations and reporting to the board. Matevž Mazij, who has led the company since August 2023, moves immediately to a strategic adviser role supporting the board and key stakeholders.
Bragg Gaming Group has named Morten Tonnesen interim chief executive, replacing Matevž Mazij. Tonnesen, who has been chief operating officer since joining in March, will take responsibility for day-to-day operations and report to the board.