Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: Svenska Spel and ATG have called for a complete prohibition of bonuses in Sweden’s licensed gambling sector. BOS asserted that such a restriction would strengthen unlicensed gambling operators at the expense of consumer protection. ATG’s data indicated that unlicensed online casino gambling may now represent just over 40 percent of the market’s turnover. Swedish Gambling Market Leaders Advocate for Tighter Bonus Restrictions On November 7, the chief executives of Svenska Spel and ATG authored an opinion piece in Svenska Dagbladet, one of Sweden’s top newspapers, in which they…

Key Moments: A survey revealed that nearly 80% of Connecticut gamblers reported decreased trust in the NBA following recent scandals. 84% of respondents expressed a desire for tighter regulations on sports betting in Connecticut. Despite increased suspicion, 35% stated the NBA scandal has not changed how much they bet; 15% reported being more likely to wager. Gamblers Express Growing Distrust After Recent Scandals Connecticut sports bettors have become increasingly wary of professional sports in the wake of recent NBA and MLB scandals. According to a new poll conducted by Sacred…

Key Moments: Gambling.com Group reported its highest-ever quarterly revenue of $39m for Q3 2025 Data services revenue soared to $9.2m, a 304% year-over-year increase Company revised its full-year outlook to $165m in revenue and $58m in adjusted EBITDA Organic Search Challenges Impact Core Business Gambling.com Group experienced significant challenges in Q3 2025 as search engine disruptions led to a flood of low-quality spam sites, negatively affecting the rankings of established affiliate brands. Because the company’s business model heavily relies on discoverability, these changes immediately impacted performance in certain markets. Data…

Key Moments: The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has instructed internet providers to block nine more illegal gambling platforms. Since 2019, ACMA has blocked 1,369 illegal gambling and affiliate sites across Australia. ACMA maintains a public register so consumers can verify if an operator is properly licensed within Australia. Regulators Target Unlicensed Operators This week, nine additional gambling sites have been removed from access in Australia as regulators escalate their efforts to safeguard domestic players. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) confirmed that internet service providers have received…

Key Moments: NOVOMATIC Italia showcased the integration of Quigioco and ADMIRAL Pay at SiGMA Central Europe 2025 This integration enables real-time cash account top-ups and winnings collection for online gaming users NOVOElsy, NOVOMATIC Italia’s software house, introduced exclusive new digital products as part of the expanding offering Strategic Partnership Unveiled at SiGMA Central Europe 2025 A major development took place during NOVOMATIC Italia’s appearance at SiGMA Central Europe 2025, as the company introduced the integrated solution between Quigioco, its online gaming brand, and ADMIRAL Pay, a payment institution authorized by…

Key Moments: GinjaBet has integrated QTech Games’ casino content for the Nigerian market. The partnership aims to streamline the player experience and boost mobile-first engagement. Cross-sell opportunities between sportsbook and casino are being targeted ahead of the next football World Cup. Strategic Partnership Accelerates GinjaBet’s Growth GinjaBet, a fast-growing gaming operator in Nigeria, has strengthened its market position by integrating a wide suite of casino content from QTech Games. QTech is a leading aggregator in Africa’s emerging gaming regions. This update expands GinjaBet’s portfolio with localized and engaging titles. It…

Key Moments: Betiton and MagicRed, two Aristocrat Interactive-powered online casinos, have exited Ontario’s iGaming market Ontario’s roster of licensed operators has dropped from 50 to 48 as sites from Betiton, MagicRed, and Wildz Group departed At least three new brands, including absolutebet and Bet Nova, are preparing to enter the Ontario iGaming space Recent Exits Reshape Competitive Landscape Betiton and MagicRed, both operating under the white-label platform from Aristocrat Interactive, have exited Ontario’s iGaming market. As a result, these sites have stopped accepting wagers from players in the province, and…

Key Moments: SportPesa has supplied new football kits to Golden Ridge FC, Geita Kwanza FC, Jamhuri FC, and Golden City FC in the latest round of its grassroots initiative The company’s program has now reached over 16 clubs across four regions in Tanzania Players and coaches report increased morale, energy, and community involvement following these investments Direct Support to Local Clubs SportPesa has expanded its grassroots outreach by using a portion of its betting revenue to provide much-needed resources for community football clubs in Tanzania. Golden Ridge FC, Geita Kwanza…

Key Moments: Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd advised minority shareholders to reject Genting Bhd’s MYR2.35 per-share offer, labeling it “not fair and not reasonable”. Genting Bhd increased its stake in Genting Malaysia to 57.0 percent, making the offer mandatory under Bursa Malaysia’s regulations. The takeover bid is closely linked to Genting Malaysia’s pursuit of a full-scale commercial casino license in downstate New York. Adviser’s Stand on the Buyout Proposal Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd, acting as an independent adviser, has urged shareholders to reject Genting Bhd’s current MYR2.35 (US$0.57) per-share offer for…

Key Moments: New Italian online gambling regulations went live after minor technical delays, covering 52 licensed domains. Operators paid €7m each for licenses, raising €364m for the state and surpassing initial revenue projections. Major brands including Betway and Unibet exited the market amid stricter compliance and higher costs. A Tightened Regulatory Landscape Emerges Italy formally launched a new chapter in its online gambling sector, implementing sweeping changes to its regulatory structure. The updated regime became effective at 7 am, following minor overnight technical tweaks that postponed the original midnight introduction.…