Playtech has appointed Richard Bayliss, former Senior Online Manager at the UK Gambling Commission, to its Compliance team as Regulatory Compliance Manager.
The company said he will play a key part in leading the direction of Playtech’s responsible gambling initiatives.
“Everyone at Playtech is delighted to welcome Richard,” Ian Ince, Group Head of Regulatory Affairs for Playtech said in a press release. “With a wealth of experience with UKGC, his insight will be a major bonus as we strive to stay at the forefront of regulatory compliance developments. I’m certain he will be an invaluable addition to the team.
“A commitment to promoting responsible gambling and fostering a safe and entertaining environment for players is central to everything we do at Playtech,” he said. “Richard’s appointment and his enthusiasm for joining Playtech demonstrate the strength of that commitment, and is a key part of our ongoing investment in exceeding regulatory expectations.”
Bayless was with the UK Gambling Commission for 11 years and played a central role in monitoring technological and product innovation within the gambling industry and assessing their potential impact on the British regulatory system, the release said.
