Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: eGaming Integrity Ltd has completed two years of service in the eGaming compliance and audit sector The company offers independent regulatory audits, compliance programs, and advisory support Leadership emphasizes continued commitment to objective, practical assurance for clients Celebrating a Milestone in Independent Assurance eGaming Integrity Ltd is commemorating its two-year anniversary, highlighting its sustained growth and a solid track record of providing independent regulatory, compliance, and audit services to eGaming operators, suppliers, and Corporate Service Providers. The organization was founded by former regulators and seasoned compliance executives with…

Key Moments: Underdog withdrew its application just before Missouri’s online sports betting debut on 1 December 2025 Eight major operators are set to launch on the state’s opening day Underdog is redirecting its efforts toward prediction markets, halting its partnership with the Kansas City Royals Missouri Sports Betting Prepares for December 2025 Launch Missouri regulators have confirmed that the state is set to introduce legal online sports betting on 1 December 2025. As anticipation grows, pre-registration is already underway for bettors with leading operators. The launch follows several legislative attempts…

Key Moments: Flutter forecasts a £650 million EBITDA reduction over two years due to increased UK Remote Gaming Duty Remote Gaming Duty will rise from 21 percent to 40 percent starting April 2026 Retail gambling sectors secure relief, with bingo duty abolished and horserace betting duty unchanged Fiscal Shifts Reshape UK Gambling Landscape Flutter Entertainment now anticipates a drastic cut to its adjusted EBITDA in the wake of the UK Government’s decision to raise Remote Gaming Duty from 21 percent to 40 percent, effective April 2026. The company projects the…

Key Moments: UAE Lottery has awarded more than AED 147 million ($40.03 million) to over 100,000 participants in its first year. The inaugural AED 100 million ($27.23 million) Grand Prize stands among the largest lottery payouts in the region. Five participants became millionaires through scratch cards and other games. Major Achievements in the First Year In November, the UAE Lottery marked its first year of operations by distributing over AED 147 million ($40.03 million) in total prizes to upwards of 100,000 players. The highlight of its inaugural year was a…

Key Moments: Genius Sports has been chosen by the CBF to introduce Semi-Automated Offside Technology for Brazil’s top competitions in 2026 The SAOT system will operate using mesh-tracking data from computer-vision cameras in every first-division stadium This partnership establishes Brazil as an early adopter of high-precision automated offside systems, following other major global leagues Modernizing Brazilian Football with Innovative Technology Genius Sports has been selected by the Confederação Brasileira de Futebol (CBF) to deploy its Semi-Automated Offside Technology (SAOT) beginning in 2026. This initiative aims to revolutionize officiating in top-tier…

Key Moments: Genting Malaysia reported a 22% year-on-year revenue increase to MYR3.36 billion (US$813 million) for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. Normalized Adjusted EBITDA rose 19% to MYR835.3 million (US$202 million) after accounting for foreign exchange effects. The company is actively preparing for a New York casino license bid, with results expected by year-end. Financial Overview and Underlying Performance Genting Malaysia outperformed market forecasts in the third quarter, reporting group revenue of MYR3.36 billion (US$813 million), marking a 22% increase compared to the same period last year. The…

Key Moments: Telecommunications companies confirmed full implementation of the Supreme Court’s order to block online betting sites, but operators have continued to function by changing URLs and using alternative methods. Chilean authorities acknowledged that network-level blocking measures have limited effectiveness, as domain blocks are quickly circumvented by platform operators. The Chilean Senate is currently debating a proposal to regulate online betting, aiming for a sustainable framework beyond technical blocking measures. Telecommunications Sector Fulfills Supreme Court Mandate The enforcement of the Supreme Court’s directive to block online betting platforms across Chile…

Key Moments: DigiPlus Interactive Corp has entered a collaboration with Pay&Go to enhance wallet funding capabilities for its players via 3,500 self-service kiosks nationwide. The initial rollout focuses on BingoPlus users, with plans to expand support to ArenaPlus and GameZone, alongside a cash-out functionality anticipated early next year. Both companies formalized the agreement on November 26, emphasizing compliance with regulatory standards set by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation. Collaboration Expands Kiosk Access for DigiPlus Customers DigiPlus Interactive Corp, the operator of widely-used digital entertainment…

Key Moments: 711 has been reprimanded by the Kansspelautoriteit for using a prominent influencer in its marketing. The Dutch regulator found that tournament entries occurred automatically without clear player registration or agreement to bonus terms. 711 has ended the influencer partnership and discontinued the tournament format in question. Regulatory Scrutiny on Marketing Practices The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has issued a warning to Dutch gambling operator 711 after the company featured a popular influencer in its promotional materials. The influencer, known for video game streaming and engaging with audiences under 18, was…

Key Moments: October 2025 sports betting handle in Massachusetts reached a record $892.2 million Gross gaming revenue for the month stood at $71.3 million, resulting in $14.2 million in taxes DraftKings dominated the market with $447.4 million in handle and $38.5 million in revenue October 2025 Sees Unprecedented Bet Volume Massachusetts recorded a groundbreaking month for sports wagering in October 2025, as the state’s handle soared to $892.2 million, its highest level to date. According to details from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), this figure marks an 11.5% increase over…