Industry
June 21, 2023
Kindred and the Dutch Center for Stem Cell Donors Unveil New Campaign
Global gaming and entertainment company Kindred Group announced details regarding a new partnership that seeks to raise awareness for stem cell transplantation and help battle the shortage of donors. The new initiative, announced earlier this week, sees Kindred join forces with the Dutch Center for Stem Cell Donors, also known as Matchis. Joining forces, the […]
Industry
June 21, 2023
Swedish Government to Investigate Controversial Party Political Lotteries
The Swedish government has taken a step towards enhancing transparency and accountability in the country’s political system by initiating an inquiry into the regulation of party political lotteries. Gunnar Larsson, a former consumer ombudsman and director general of the Swedish Consumer Agency, has been appointed as the lead investigator for this crucial task. Critics Raise […]
Industry
June 20, 2023
NHS England, GambleAware Welcome Statutory Levy on Industry
NHS England, the public body of the Department of Health and Social Care, and GambleAware, the independent charity working to keep people safe from gambling harm in Great Britain, came out with a joint statement, welcoming the statutory levy on operators. Boost RET Funding The statutory levy on operators was part of the White Paper […]
Industry
June 20, 2023
UKGC Publishes Test Hub for Operators Working with Non-Licensed Entities
The new hub has been published on UKGC’s platform under the “Compliance” tab. Its main purpose is to help operators collaborating with entities that are not licensed to fulfill their duties and carry on their responsibilities with more ease. Last month, the Commission announced its intention to fill in evidence gaps under the 2023-2026 plan, […]
Casino
June 20, 2023
Habanero Obtains ISO-27001 Certification as It Pursues Growth
Habanero is a company known for a string of successful games, with the company developing more than 140 slot games, as well as the supporting infrastructure. This accreditation will allow the company to pursue new market opportunities and meet regulatory standards in tightly-regulated markets. Habanero Set for Further Growth in Europe Thanks to License Habanero […]
Industry
June 20, 2023
MGA’s License Drop Prompts Malta’s Push for Protective Gaming Law
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is pushing for the implementation of a new law aimed at safeguarding the country’s online gaming companies from international prosecution. Malta Witnesses 75% Drop in New Gaming Licenses Amidst Greylisting Concerns According to data analysis conducted by The Shift, there has been a staggering 75% decrease in new gaming licenses […]
Industry
June 20, 2023
Study Reveals Online Gambling Habits and Channeling Rates in Sweden
SKOP, a renowned research institute, has conducted a survey on behalf of the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) to examine the channeling of the Swedish online gambling market. SKOP Study Uncovers 77% Channeling Rate in Swedish Online Gambling Landscape The SKOP study involved interviews with 9,850 individuals, of which 30% (3,000 people) reported […]
Industry
June 19, 2023
DSWV Criticizes the German Head Office for Addiction
The German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) published a press release on its website, criticizing the market figures, sources and methodology used by the German Head Office for Addiction (DHS) in its article, Yearbook Addiction 2023. Incorrect Market Size Calculation The DSWV states that the DHS uses incorrect figures as per the sports betting market size […]
Business
June 19, 2023
EveryMatrix Secures International B2B License from Isle of Man
EveryMatrix, a global provider of business-to-business (B2B) solutions and content for the online gambling industry, expanded further its global footprint by securing a new license. The company confirmed on Monday it was awarded an international B2B software license from the Isle of Man, allowing it to expand significantly its services and technology to new markets […]
Sports
June 19, 2023
UK Tote Is Now World Pool’s Exclusive Partner Thanks to HKJC Deal
The UK Tote Group, which is both the owner and steward of the Tote, the largest leading pool betting operator in the UK, and the 1884-founded racing club Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) have sealed an important five-year partnership. The newly announced deal will help the two parties continue their lucrative collaboration by the end […]
