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IG CEO Joins Sportradar Board as Gaming Firm Eyes Entering Prediction Markets

Monday, 15/12/2025 | 16:22 GMT by Tareq Sikder
  • Sportradar plans US iGaming and prediction market expansion while keeping sports-focused products.
  • Breon Corcoran, second-highest-paid CFD CEO, joins the firm as it tests iGaming in Brazil, eyes US expansion.
Breon Corcoran

Sportradar Group AG has elected Breon Corcoran, Chief Executive Officer of IG Group, to its Board of Directors. Sportradar is exploring expansion into iGaming and prediction markets while maintaining its sports-focused product mix.

The company has begun testing its iGaming product in Brazil, using AI-driven client acquisition and retention tools as part of a holistic approach. Sportradar plans to scale this model into larger markets, including the US. In parallel, the firm sees growth potential in prediction markets but is taking a cautious approach, according to SBC News, UK.

Sportradar Names Corcoran to Board

Corcoran was the second‑highest‑paid executive among publicly listed contracts for differences brokers in fiscal 2025, earning about £3.35 million, including £896,000 in fixed pay and more than £2.45 million in bonuses.

Jeffery Yabuki, Chairman of Sportradar’s Board, said Corcoran brings “a wealth of leadership experience” and “a deep understanding of the sports technology and data landscape.”

Corcoran currently leads IG Group. Before that, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Zepz for about four years, led Paddy Power Betfair for nearly two years, and Betfair for about three and a half years. From August 2022 to August 2024, he was Chairman of Auction Technology Group. The appointment takes effect on December 11, 2025. His career has included leadership roles across Europe, Australia, and the United States.

Corcoran to Guide Sportradar’s Global Operations

Sportradar founder and CEO Carsten Koerl said Corcoran joins the board as the company continues to expand its global operations and technology focus. Corcoran said Sportradar has “built an impressive business in sports technology” and added that he looks forward to contributing to its long-term development.

IG Highlights Concerns as eToro Launches ISA

Meanwhile, IG has highlighted concerns that growing use of Cash ISAs could reduce investment in domestic equities. Separately, eToro has expanded its partnership with Moneyfarm to launch a Cash ISA for UK customers.

The account offers a return on cash held and is available alongside eToro’s existing investment accounts. The launch comes amid broader discussion in the UK about the role of Cash ISAs in the savings landscape.

Sportradar Group AG has elected Breon Corcoran, Chief Executive Officer of IG Group, to its Board of Directors. Sportradar is exploring expansion into iGaming and prediction markets while maintaining its sports-focused product mix.

The company has begun testing its iGaming product in Brazil, using AI-driven client acquisition and retention tools as part of a holistic approach. Sportradar plans to scale this model into larger markets, including the US. In parallel, the firm sees growth potential in prediction markets but is taking a cautious approach, according to SBC News, UK.

Sportradar Names Corcoran to Board

Corcoran was the second‑highest‑paid executive among publicly listed contracts for differences brokers in fiscal 2025, earning about £3.35 million, including £896,000 in fixed pay and more than £2.45 million in bonuses.

Jeffery Yabuki, Chairman of Sportradar’s Board, said Corcoran brings “a wealth of leadership experience” and “a deep understanding of the sports technology and data landscape.”

Corcoran currently leads IG Group. Before that, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Zepz for about four years, led Paddy Power Betfair for nearly two years, and Betfair for about three and a half years. From August 2022 to August 2024, he was Chairman of Auction Technology Group. The appointment takes effect on December 11, 2025. His career has included leadership roles across Europe, Australia, and the United States.

Corcoran to Guide Sportradar’s Global Operations

Sportradar founder and CEO Carsten Koerl said Corcoran joins the board as the company continues to expand its global operations and technology focus. Corcoran said Sportradar has “built an impressive business in sports technology” and added that he looks forward to contributing to its long-term development.

IG Highlights Concerns as eToro Launches ISA

Meanwhile, IG has highlighted concerns that growing use of Cash ISAs could reduce investment in domestic equities. Separately, eToro has expanded its partnership with Moneyfarm to launch a Cash ISA for UK customers.

The account offers a return on cash held and is available alongside eToro’s existing investment accounts. The launch comes amid broader discussion in the UK about the role of Cash ISAs in the savings landscape.

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