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Lottstift issues influencer warnings to social media platforms 

SBC News Lottstift issues influencer warnings to social media platforms 

Lottstift, the Gambling Authority of Norway, has stated that it will take a zero-tolerance approach to social media platforms promoting online gambling streams and content. The warning follows the regulator’s ‘serious action’ against Schpell.com for broadcasting several Norwegian influencers promoting online casino games, infringing on Norway’s blackout of gambling advertising. Though promoted on Schpell.com’s portal, the illegal streams were recorded …

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Betsson’s betFIRST launches Belgium online casino

Betsson

betFIRST has partnered with Middelkerke Casino to launch a new online casino in Belgium. The Betsson-owned sportsbook became the first to obtain an online sports betting licence in Belgium back in 2011, and now aims to become the leading operator in the country with its recently secured A+ casino licence. Betsson Operations CEO, Jesper Svenssen, stated: “We acquired a market …

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BetMGM revenue flies near $2bn mark in 2023

SBC News BetMGM revenue flies near $2bn mark in 2023

Entain plc’s and MGM Resorts’ North American co-venture BetMGM has delivered its financial performance report for FY 2023, registering a positive EBITDA for H2. Financials The business saw its net revenue from operations grow by 36% year-over-year to $1.96bn, which represents the upper end of its $1.8bn to $2bn guidance range. Same-state net revenue from digital operations grew by 14%, …

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Weerwind faces pressure to impose a universal loss limit on KOA operators

Franc Weerwind, Dutch Minister for Legal Protections

Further restrictions on online gambling are under discussion in the Netherlands, as the ChristianUnie (Christen Union) urges the Minister for Legal Protection, Franc Weerwind, to propose the addition of a ‘universal financial loss limit’ to the Remote Gambling Act (KOA Act). The proposal for imposing an “overarching loss limit” across all 27 KOA-licensed operators has the endorsement of CU Party …

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Playtech nets 2028 extension to Boylesports partnership

SBC News Playtech nets 2028 extension to Boylesports partnership

Playtech Plc has announced the early extension of its exclusive online gambling solutions supplier agreement with BoyleSports. As revealed this morning, the London Stock Exchange-listed technology group will continue to serve as the principal online sports betting and casino solutions provider to BoyleSports until 2028. BoyleSports, known as Ireland’s second-biggest gambling firm, has announced the early renewal of its agreement …

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Stake’s F1 Sauber deal put under microscope by Swiss gambling watchdog 

SBC News Stake’s F1 Sauber deal put under microscope by Swiss gambling watchdog 

According to reports from media outlet SRF, the Swiss Federal Gambling Board Eidgenössische Spielbankenkommission (ESBK) is looking into the latest deal between crypto casino Stake and the Sauber Formula 1 team for potentially breaching the country’s advertising regulations.  Earlier this week, Sauber revealed its latest C44 car that will feature in the new season which starts at the end of February. …

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Andrew Rhodes: Balance is the academic challenge of the Gambling Review

SBC News Andrew Rhodes: Balance is the academic challenge of the Gambling Review

Andrew Rhodes has reiterated that the Gambling Review’s underlying challenge is to find the right balance to govern a commercially evolving UK gambling marketplace and its engagement with the public. The observation led the Chief Executive of the UK Gambling Commission’s (UKGC) address to delegates of the ‘Consumer Protection Zone’ at ICE London 2024. The address began by acknowledging that …

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Vixio: Brazil online market expected to hit $5bn annual revenue by fifth year

SBC News Vixio: Brazil online market expected to hit $5bn annual revenue by fifth year

Estimates from business intelligence provider Vixio Regulatory Intelligence have revealed that the upcoming launch of a regulated online gambling market in Brazil is capable of generating around US $5bn in annual revenue.  According to the forecasts from the ‘Brazil Online Outlook’ report, Brazil’s online gambling scene will quickly shift into top gear, reaching $3.7bn in annual revenue over three years …

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Xtremepush to provide glimpse of new AI-first solution at ICE London

SBC News Xtremepush to provide glimpse of new AI-first solution at ICE London

Xtremepush, the leading CRM and loyalty marketing solution, is set to lift the lid on its groundbreaking new AI solution at ICE London, which promises to put the power of machine learning in the hands of operators. Built to bolster Xtremepush’s existing intelligence studio offering, the solution comprises a powerful toolkit that takes player data and turns it into predictive …

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EGBA casino wagering overtakes sportsbook revenue in latest activity report

SBC News EGBA casino wagering overtakes sportsbook revenue in latest activity report

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has released its latest Annual Activity Report highlighting the latest trends in online gambling for 2023.  Data from the report showcases the various milestones EGBA has managed to achieve throughout the year through collaboration with gambling stakeholders to raise the standards and promote greater transparency across Europe’s regulated gambling markets. Anti-Money Laundering  AML …

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