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UK Gambling Commission sued by ex-Entain executives
Former senior members of Entain, Kenny Alexander and Lee Feldman, have sued the Gambling Commission over claims of mishandled private information during 888 Holdings’ investigation.
Alexander and Feldman had bought a 6.5% stake in 888 through FS Gaming in 2023, after which the Gambling Commission received information that the pair was suspected of bribery in their previous positions at Entain. As a result, 888 was asked about any suspicious activities by Alexander and Feldman and whether they had been interviewed under caution.
888 was later informed that its license was under review because the two executives did not provide satisfactory responses. Due to the review, 888 announced it would terminate discussions with FS Gaming.
Alexander and Feldman argued that 888’s announcement that the review was based on concerns connected to them made it look as if they were guilty. The executives blamed the regulator for misusing private information and breaching confidentiality. Additionally, they claimed that the incident caused damage, embarrassment, and loss of reputation.
The Gambling Commission plans to fight the lawsuit and prove that private information wasn’t disclosed, as well as defend the position that their public statements did not cause any harm to the two executives.
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