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Key Moments: Yaspa has introduced a refreshed brand identity reflecting its transformation into a global payments intelligence platform. The company secured a $12 million funding round led by Discerning Capital and established a new US entity in Atlanta, Georgia. Yaspa grew its team from 15 to 70 employees over the past 18 months and opened a tech hub in Leeds, UK. Strategic Brand Transformation Yaspa, an award-winning fintech focused on iGaming payments and identity solutions, has unveiled a new brand identity designed to showcase its growing global ambitions. The updated…

Key Moments: FDJ reported €864 million in Q3 2025 revenue, representing a 29% increase year-over-year Online betting and gaming revenue decreased by 15.6% year-over-year to €209 million The company reiterated its 2025 revenue guidance of €3.7 billion and expects recurring EBITDA of €900 million Operational Performance Highlights Française des Jeux (FDJ), France’s national lottery operator, delivered steady growth during Q3 2025, but the period was marked by elevated tax burdens and a drop in online turnover. The company’s revenue for the third quarter reached €864 million, a year-over-year increase of…

Key Moments: Octoplay has partnered with LiveScore Group to expand deeper into the UK gaming sector. The company’s UK portfolio includes previous collaborations with Flutter Entertainment, Entain, Evoke, Rank Group, and ComeOn Group. Octoplay now operates across 11 regulated markets, covering both European jurisdictions and new territories in North America. Expanding UK Influence Through Strategic Partnerships On 16th October 2025, Octoplay took a significant step in reinforcing its influence within the UK’s competitive gaming landscape by announcing a new partnership with LiveScore Group. This collaboration brings Octoplay’s content to LiveScore…

Key Moments: Are You Watching This?! (RUWT) has joined forces with VSiN to introduce the Game Finder platform. The new platform integrates RUWT’s patented technologies with MetaBet-powered monetization to increase fan engagement and revenue potential. Game Finder delivers real-time notifications, storyline recaps, and curated betting opportunities for sports fans worldwide. Strategic Partnership Launches Game Finder Are You Watching This?! (RUWT), a recognized leader in sports engagement, has collaborated with VSiN to roll out the Game Finder platform. By blending RUWT’s proprietary Curation and Discovery functionalities with automated monetization channels from…

Key Moments: Danish gambling spend rose by 25.1% in August 2025 compared to August 2024 Online casinos and betting spending grew by 20.7% and 53.4% respectively year-over-year Land-based casinos reported a 4.9% increase, while slot machines declined by 0.7% Monthly Performance of Key Gambling Segments According to the latest report from the Danish Gambling Authority, total gambling expenditure in Denmark saw a significant rise in August 2025 relative to the same period in the previous year. The total spend increased by 25.1% compared to August 2024. Breakdown of Sector Growth…

Key Moments: Senator Francisco Huenchumilla has introduced a proposal to create a new casino in the Malleco province of La Araucanía. The project models shared administration between the Mapuche People’s Council and private owners, inspired by indigenous casino frameworks abroad. The initiative intends to drive job creation, promote tourism, and direct gaming tax revenues to the region’s most disadvantaged municipalities. Innovative Partnership Structure Proposed Senator Francisco Huenchumilla of the Christian Democratic Party has put forward a plan to establish a new casino in the Malleco province, situated near Cordillera de…

Key Moments: UK police have arrested a 37-year-old man after the collapse of an £8 million sports betting fund operated by Rory Campbell Approximately 50 investors reportedly lost amounts between £10K and £500K, including prominent members of the racing industry Alastair Campbell, former Downing Street adviser, personally invested £300K in the fund Arrest Follows Disintegration of £8 Million Sports Betting Syndicate London’s Metropolitan Police have confirmed the arrest of an unnamed 37-year-old male on suspicion of fraud by false representation, following the dramatic failure of an £8 million (US$10.7 million)…

Key Moments: SPRIBE has appointed Michael “Venom” Page as the brand ambassador for its Aviator crash game. The partnership is part of a multi-year, multi-million-dollar marketing agreement with UFC featuring Aviator branding during major events. Aviator has expanded its monthly player base from 10 million to over 60 million, fueled by these high-profile collaborations. MVP Joins Forces with SPRIBE SPRIBE has selected UFC welter and middleweight contender Michael “Venom” Page, known globally for his electrifying performances and dynamic style, as the newest ambassador for its Aviator online crash game. With…

Key Moments: Brazil’s online gambling market generated R$35.5 billion in revenue in the first half of the year, with illegal operators capturing 51% of the market. Yield Sec found illegal betting’s market share rose by 10% between the first and second quarters of this year. All Serie A football clubs in Brazil currently have betting operator sponsorships, with 90% featuring betting brands on their front jerseys. Market Dynamics in Brazilian Gambling Illegal gambling operators are increasingly influencing the trajectory of Brazil’s sports sponsorship market, according to Ismail Vali, CEO of…

Key Moments: PAGCOR has donated PHP141 million ($2.4 million) worth of Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to PCSO for distribution across the Philippines. The initiative includes 70 fully equipped vehicles to be given to qualified local government units, supporting emergency medical response especially in remote regions. PAGCOR’s broader vehicle program has already delivered 60 units since February to assist communities, including those affected by Super Typhoon Nando. Strengthening Healthcare Access Nationwide PAGCOR has reaffirmed its commitment to public health with a PHP141 million ($2.4 million) donation of Patient Transport Vehicles. The…