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Key Moments: Playtech transferred over £1.8 million ($2.4 million) to Black Cube between 2021 and 2024 for a confidential investigation into Evolution. Undercover agents posed as investors to collect evidence on Evolution, leading to a regulatory complaint and significant market volatility. Regulators in the U.S. ultimately dismissed allegations against Evolution as “baseless” in 2024. Unveiling Playtech’s Covert Operations A legal proceeding in New Jersey has exposed that Playtech, a key player in gambling software, directed more than £1.8 million ($2.4 million) in payments to the private intelligence firm Black Cube…

Key Moments: Brian Armstrong’s closing statement during Coinbase’s Q3 call activated payouts in a live $84,000 mention market on Kalshi and Polymarket Coinbase prohibits employee participation in related prediction markets and described the incident as “lighthearted and offhand” Regulatory uncertainty and ethical concerns surge as prediction markets attract greater scrutiny amid rapid growth CEO’s Closing Remarks Trigger Surprise Market Shake-Up Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong created unexpected disruption during the company’s third-quarter earnings call when he closed by stating: “Bitcoin, Ethereum, blockchain, staking, and Web3.” What seemed like a simple list…

Key Moments: The Social Market Foundation (SMF) has reported that approximately one-third of all Adult Gaming Centers (AGCs) are situated in the UK’s most economically disadvantaged 10% of neighborhoods. The number of AGCs nationwide increased by 7% between 2022 and 2024, with significant clustering in deprived areas. The SMF has outlined six policy recommendations aimed at strengthening local regulation, including removing the “aim to permit” rule and increasing council powers. Concerns Over AGC Distribution in Deprived Communities A recent report by the Social Market Foundation (SMF) has brought attention to…

Key Moments: The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has unveiled a four-point action plan focused on enhancing sports betting safeguards. Recent investigations into insider betting involving NBA participants prompted the new regulatory measures. The MGCB now requires sportsbooks to improve integrity monitoring and to reassess controls on high-risk prop bets. Regulatory Response to NBA Betting Controversy Following an alleged insider betting scheme tied to current and former NBA athletes and at least one coach, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has responded with a comprehensive strategy to reinforce integrity within…

Key Moments: The UK Treasury has reportedly abandoned its plan to combine three gambling taxes into a single Remote Betting and Gaming Tax. Industry groups, especially the British Horseracing Authority, warned the merger could negatively impact horse racing revenues. The autumn budget, scheduled for November 26, is anticipated to propose further tax increases for other gambling duties. Government Retreats from Tax Consolidation The UK Treasury has reportedly decided to abandon proposals to merge the Remote Gaming Duty (21%), General Betting Duty, and Pool Betting Duty into a unified Remote Betting…

Key Moments: BOYLE Casino has implemented ThrillTech’s ThrillPots™ across its UK and Ireland platforms The partnership introduces player-funded, opt-in jackpot features designed to increase engagement and revenue Further launches into additional regulated markets are scheduled for 2026 Strategic Integration to Boost Engagement BOYLE Casino, the digital gaming brand from BOYLE Sports, has enhanced its portfolio by collaborating with B2B jackpot provider ThrillTech. Through this agreement, the flagship ThrillPots™ solution has been added to both the casino’s gaming and sportsbook platforms, offering players new player-funded, side-bet jackpots. Live Rollout in the…

Key Moments: FIRST – Best in Sports has established a long-term partnership with Pixbet to deliver a localized sportsbook solution in Brazil’s newly regulated market. FIRST’s platform offers native Portuguese interfaces, real-time PIX payments, and odds models tailored specifically to Brazilian football leagues. Pixbet has reported increased player engagement and a shift from casino to sports betting following the integration of FIRST’s technology. Strategic Alliance Targets Regulated Brazilian Market FIRST – Best in Sports, a prominent provider of integrated sportsbook technology, has formed a long-term partnership with Pixbet, one of…

Key Moments: GambleAware’s latest report highlights a major imbalance in online gambling advertising exposure affecting young people in disadvantaged UK communities. Survey data reveals that 62 percent of 11- to 17-year-olds encountered online gambling ads in the previous year, with problem gambling rates nearly three times higher in deprived areas. Seven regulatory reforms have been proposed to address online advertising risks, with significant political and industry debate ahead of the November 26 Budget. Regulatory Outdatedness and Social Disparities GambleAware’s final in-depth policy analysis, delivered ahead of its scheduled closure in…

Key Moments: REEVO integrates BEON’s expanding game portfolio into its advanced aggregation platform Partnership emphasizes REEVO’s strategy to provide diverse and high-quality content to operators globally BEON’s technology and design philosophy align with REEVO’s focus on seamless, scalable solutions Strategic Integration to Elevate Content Offerings REEVO has announced a collaboration with BEON, a game provider recognized for its technical prowess and swift pace of innovation. This partnership will incorporate BEON’s growing catalog of games into REEVO’s aggregation platform, expanding the choices available to REEVO’s partners. Aligning Visions for Seamless Solutions…

Key Moments: Evoplay introduced its Adrenaline Rush instant game to Washington, D.C. through a collaboration with the DC Lottery and EQL Games. This launch marks Evoplay’s first partnership with the DC Lottery and a move toward North American lottery expansion. Adrenaline Rush was customized for the local market, blending motorsports themes with instant-win gameplay while adhering to Responsible Gaming standards. Strategic Expansion in North America On 4 November 2025, Evoplay announced a new chapter in its North American growth by launching its instant game, Adrenaline Rush, in cooperation with the…