Sky Betting & Gaming lost its court battle over the illegal exploitation of customers’ data. The High Court ruled that the Flutter Entertainment-owned operator breached data protection laws by using personal information for profiling and direct marketing. The judgment established that the betting operator’s targeted advertising based on cookie usage did not comply with the…
Strategic Content Distribution Agreement Strengthens Market Presence Reflex Gaming has completed the signing of a content agreement with Bragg Gaming Group; the deal which will further global reach for the company. Subject to the agreed terms, a wide portfolio made by Reflex Gaming will be made available to a host of different operators across multiple…
Cementing its Presence in Latin America Games Global has announced a significant expansion into the regulated gaming markets of both Brazil and Peru. The launch is part of the company’s broader strategy aimed at bolstering its presence within Latin America. To this end, Games Global has opened a main office in São Paulo, Brazil. In…
Regulatory Approval Opens the Gates of Denmark to Hacksaw Gaming The approval from Spillemyndigheden, the Danish Gambling Authority, has given Hacksaw Gaming the go-ahead. As of January 1, 2025, the company will go live with its iGaming content for players in Denmark. This has been yet another significant step in the ongoing strategy of Hacksaw…
A Brand New NBA-Themed Slot Sees the Light of Day FanDuel has unveiled a brand-new slot game with an NBA theme, developed in cooperation with White Hat Studios and the basketball association. The highly anticipated release is expected to go live in Michigan, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Ontario as a way for fans to make…
Sweden Steps Up Against Match-Fixing Sweden joined the Macolin Convention as a step towards the international process of combating match-fixing, in an attempt to strengthen its international cooperation with regard to sports competitions’ integrity. The move shows that Sweden wants to be more responsible concerning the growing threat of game manipulations around the world. The…
For a multiyear deal, the NBA is partnering with Sands China to bring preseason action to Macau. The Brooklyn Nets will face the Phoenix Suns in two on-court showdowns this October 2025. The Venetian Arena will host these events on the 10th and 12th, featuring elite talent like Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Ben Simmons….
New Era for Lottery Gaming in the UAE The United Arab Emirates is going to introduce a first-ever regulated national lottery, and it will be operated by The Game LLC and regulated by the newly created GCGRA– General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority. This is a great leap forward in the hugely evolving gaming landscape of…
A Strategic Partnership in Online Gaming Hacksaw Gaming signed another major deal with Sky Betting and Gaming in the online gaming world. This agreement is going to incorporate some of the top titles from Hacksaw into the platform provided by Sky Betting. The included games in this deal are Chaos Crew 2, Le Bandit, and…
Illegal gambling advertising has significantly reduced search results on Google after updates to the platform’s advertising policies. According to the Joint Gambling Authority of the States, GGL, Google updated its policy on “Gambling and Other Games” on 25 September 2024 and tightened restrictions. Only gambling operators and intermediaries licensed by GGL will now be allowed…
Mike Tyson, in many people’s eyes the best heavyweight fighter on the planet at one point, makes his long-awaited return to professional boxing. He takes on 27-year-old YouTube sensation-turned-boxer Jake Paul on Friday. It is the first professional fight for Tyson since 2005, setting up a historic event with an unprecedented 31-year gap between fighters….
The Cayman Islands are considering slackening rules on casinos aboard cruise ships visiting its shores to try and bring more tourist money to their shores. Minister of Tourism and Ports Kenneth Bryan recently announced that Caymanian law should permit cruise lines to keep their onboard casinos open while in Caymanian waters. Currently, this practice is…
Today, the Gambling Commission publishes its 2024 Young People and Gambling Report, which provides insight into the extent of exposure to and participation in gambling by young people aged between 11 and 17. Conducted from January to June 2024, this research involved students and found that 27% of participants spent their own money on gambling…
Unibet, one of the major brands from the Malta-based Kindred Group has managed a multi-year renewal of its partnership with the National Hockey League (NHL) in Sweden. The agreement confirms Unibet as the main supplier of ice hockey betting services within the country. This renewal further cemented Unibet’s position for a wide array of NHL-related…
The Star Entertainment Group has plunged into a serious cash crisis as lenders extend a potential lifeline of AU$150 million, or about $100 million. The company expects the much-needed financial boost to ease its worsening liquidity crisis, driven by overblown costs for its new Brisbane casino and weak customer traffic. Key Counterparts in the Deal…
Pragmatic Play reached more clients in casino gaming after availing its live games on OneCasino in Holland. This partnership is set to improve OneCasino’s clients’ gambling experience further by providing them with different types of live games. Diverse Game Portfolio for Dutch Players The recent deal guarantees that OneCasino customers will enjoy Pragmatic Play’s extensive…
Booming Games has recently unveiled its latest creation, Ronaldinho Spins, exclusively on the Betano platform. For the last two months, Betano has been the sole platform in Brazil where players could enjoy this game before its broader network release. The Collaboration and Its Significance Last November, Booming Games announced that they had partnered with Ronaldinho…
One of the prominent gaming platforms, Debets has entered into an impressive sponsorship agreement with Wolverhampton Wanderers football club, who are known as the Wolves. This partnership will extend over two years with Debet as the major sponsor appearing on the front side of the club’s shirts; it’s the biggest marketing deal ever signed by…
The Federal Court of Australia will impose a financial penalty of AU$67m on the SkyCity Adelaide Casino for violating Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006. The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), one of the country’s regulatory authorities responsible for tracking illegal transactions, brought this lawsuit, highlighting serious gaps in the casino’s…
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has announced a significant decision that declares Tipbet’s authorization to operate terminated with immediate effect. It is a company with long-term implications on it that needs quick steps taken to comply with regulations. The Consequences of the Cancellation The company has been hit hard by the withdrawal of Tipbet’s authorization….
