The chairman of the global facing betting exchange, Betfair, will be stepping down from his position, the group said this week. Edward Wray was instrumental in setting up Betfair in 2000, together with Andrew Black, and has brought the company to the position of being one of the most successful internet companies created in the UK of all times. Betfair is also considered the biggest internet gambling company and boasts over four million customers.
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Edward Wray Leaving Betfair
Australian Authorities Give Green Light on BetChoice Acquisition
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Betting on US Presidential Winners
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William Hill Offering Betting on 2012 Brit Awards
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Portugal Halts Bwin’s Sports Sponsorships
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Irish Government Hopes to Extend Online Betting Tax
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Online Betting Odds on 2011 X Factor USA Favorite
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