Midnite appointed Sam Talbot as vice-president of product, the company announced. Talbot previously served as chief product officer at LiveScore Group and has more than 15 years of product leadership experience, according to the announcement.
The appointment adds product leadership as Midnite develops its in-house platform.
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Reportedly, Midnite has hired former FanDuel and Sky Bet staff to expand its product team. The recruitment supports international growth plans that include a planned Canadian launch.
Reportedly, Willie Lok will lead Midnite’s casino and loyalty product strategy following his appointment. He joins from FanDuel after four years developing its casino and loyalty products.
Midnite has hired Stephen Hodgson, a tax policy adviser to a UK trade body, reportedly ahead of the government’s remote gaming duty increase next month. The report provides no further details of his role at the company.
The Pools appointed Caroline Newman as its director of regulatory compliance, the company said. Newman has more than 10 years of gaming compliance experience and previously held roles at Playtech, Midnite, Entain and Inspired Gaming. Chief executive James Arnold welcomed the appointment.
Reportedly, Midnite has agreed a three-year deal to become the NFL's official sports betting partner in the UK and Ireland through the 2028-29 season, replacing Paddy Power. The package covers broadcast sponsorship on Sky Sports, free-to-play games, co-branded content and activations around the London Games and Super Bowl, and integrates Midnite into the league's integrity and responsible gaming frameworks.