Industry
December 10, 2024
iGaming Pioneer Andrey Nikolaev Escapes Kidnapping Attempt
It is not uncommon for the gambling sector to be targeted by criminals. While some culprits think it’s a good idea to rob a casino, others prefer to participate in illegal gambling and benefit from huge profits, at least before they are caught. While casinos can be targets of criminals, iGaming executives can also become […]
Industry
November 7, 2024
Portugal Reprimands Operators and Influencers Over Unlicensed Gambling Ads
The Portuguese Association of Betting and Online Games (APAJO) has filed complaints against operators and influencers who made misleading promotions. The motion reflects the body’s overall efforts to weed out the promotion of unlicensed gambling platforms. Operators and Influencers Promoted Unlicensed Gaming As it turns out, the APAJO filed concerns against BC.Game, Betify, Monro, Stake, […]
Industry
September 24, 2024
BetBlocker to Launch Portuguese Language Support at SBC Summit
Gambling harm prevention specialist BetBlocker is set to launch a Portuguese version of its self-exclusion software. This move will allow even more people to leverage its cutting-edge capabilities to get in control of their gambling habits. The Software Will Tap into the Portuguese-Speaking Community The Portuguese version of the award-winning software is set to be […]
Lottery
August 23, 2024
IGT Unveils New Three-Year Contract with Portugal’s National Lottery
International Game Technology (IGT) announced that its subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions Corporation, has signed a new contract with Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa (SCML), one of the provider’s longtime partners. IGT Will Supply the Portuguese Lottery with Top-Tier Products According to IGT’s official announcement, IGT Global Solutions Corporation has penned a three-year primary instant […]
Industry
August 16, 2024
Channelization Rates in Portugal Suffer as Gamblers Turn to Illegal Gambling
According to the Portuguese Association of Online Betting and Gaming (APAJO), the country is facing a significant interest in betting on unregulated websites by consumers. Based on a recent survey called Online Gambling Habits of the Portuguese, 41% or 2 in 5 gamblers, tend to bet with websites that have not obtained the necessary license […]
Industry
July 2, 2024
Portugal’s iGaming Trade Association Files Complaints against Influencers
The Portuguese Online Betting and Gaming Association (APAJO) has announced it filed criminal complaints against social media influencers who allegedly promoted unlicensed gambling to their respective audiences across the country. In its complaint, the association claimed that several social media influencers with a combined audience of nearly 3 million, were involved in the marketing and […]
Business
January 9, 2024
GiG Powers Betway’s Launch in Portugal
Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has unveiled the launch of the online sports betting operator Betway in Portugal. Powered by GiG’s award-winning iGaming platform and sportsbook, Betway is the supplier’s second B2B partner in the country. Portugal, both companies believe, offers significant growth opportunities to operators. The country’s revenues continued to increase in 2022, hitting a […]
Industry
October 27, 2023
Portugal Gambling Regulator Unveils Rules for Crash and Loot Games
Crash and Loot games are a new form of online gambling entertainment that enjoys strong popularity in different markets across the globe. The games offer multipliers, making them more engaging and thrilling, which helps attract a wide range of players. The players of Loot and Crash games are granted a choice to either multiply their […]
Business
September 13, 2023
Gaming Realms Debuts in Portugal through Deal with Betclic
The fast-growing provider of mobile-focused gaming content, Gaming Realms, continues to expand its global footprint. The company joined forces with the leading online gambling operator, Betclic, allowing it to expand the reach of its games to Portugal. The latest collaboration marked the debut of Gaming Realms’ games to customers in the country, delivering them to […]
Industry
August 17, 2023
APAJO Joins Forces with IGT, Playtech and Evolution
The Portuguese Online Betting and Gaming Association (APAJO), an organization representing the regulated online gambling and betting sector, announced it created a new membership status for companies within the market in the country that deliver technology, services and solutions, powering regulated betting and gaming operators. On Thursday, the Association confirmed the new membership status, Effective […]