Stars Group/Sky Betting (Cyan Blue)
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition by the Stars Group Inc. of the entire issued share capital of Cyan Blue Topco Limited, which ultimately controls the Sky Betting & Gaming Group has been cleared by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
Case details
- Notification date:8 May 2018
- Publication date:8 May 2018
- Economic sector:Arts, sports & recreation - S
- Economic sub-sector:Gambling & betting - S.92
- Outcome:Cleared
Documents
M.18.038 Merger AnnouncementPDF | 134 KBM.18.038 Merger Announcement PDF | 134 KB - Opens in new window
M.18.038 DeterminationPDF | 379 KBM.18.038 Determination PDF | 379 KB - Opens in new window
Timetable
Parties Involved
The Stars Group Inc.
The Stars Group Inc. is a provider of technology-based products and services in the areas of online gaming and interactive entertainment.
Cyan Blue Topco Limited
Cyan Blue Topco Limited ultimately controls the Sky Betting and Gaming Group. Sky Betting and Gaming Group operates a range of online and mobile betting and gaming services. Sky Betting and Gaming Group offers gambling related brands and services such as Sky Bet, Sky Vegas, Sky Casino, Sky Bingo, Sky Poker, Oddschecker, Sportinglife, and Free-to-Pay games in the State.
Contacts
Emily Thornton emilythornton@ccpc.ie

