Day: 28 October 2025

Key Moments: The Michigan Gaming Control Board has instructed eight illegal online casinos to cease operations within the state. The enforcement targets sites including Aussie Play, CryptoGames, FortuneJack, Hugewin Casino, My Stake Casino, Play at Harry’s Casino, RuneChat, and Slots Garden. This action is part of a broader effort to safeguard consumers and reinforce the integrity of Michigan’s legal gambling industry. Regulatory Enforcement Takes Center Stage The Michigan Gaming Control Board has acted decisively to curtail illegal online gambling activity, issuing cease-and-desist orders to eight online casino operators lacking state…

Key Moments: ICONIC21 has established a strategic partnership with Soccerbet, covering Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Serbia. New branded live Roulette and Blackjack tables have launched exclusively for Serbian Soccerbet players. This collaboration aims to boost live gaming offerings and drive growth in the Southeastern European market. Strategic Partnership Overview ICONIC21, a well-positioned supplier of iGaming content, has entered into a partnership with Soccerbet, a notable operator within Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Serbia. Under this agreement, ICONIC21 is set to deploy its portfolio of premium live games as well…

Key Moments: The National Ordinance on Games of Chance (LoK) transferred regulatory oversight from the Ministry of Finance to the Ministry of Justice. Opposition members questioned the government about formal amendments, recent regulatory board resignations, and clarity in leadership. The Curacao Gaming Authority maintains that law implementation is progressing as scheduled despite political tensions. Political Unrest Surrounds Gambling Law Rollout Curacao’s parliament is currently experiencing heightened political tension as lawmakers raise concerns regarding the implementation of the newly passed National Ordinance on Games of Chance (LoK). Intended to modernize the…

Key Moments: RubyPlay announced a partnership with Ocean Casino Resort’s online casino in New Jersey The agreement brings leading RubyPlay games like J Mania® Lucky Pyggs, Immortal Ways® Volcano, and Diamond Explosion® 7s SE to the betOcean platform Egyptian Sun SE made its exclusive U.S. debut on betOcean before wider regional availability New Jersey Partnership Marks Expansion for RubyPlay RubyPlay, a B2B iGaming studio known for its innovative approach, has expanded its footprint in New Jersey by entering into a new partnership with the online division of Ocean Casino Resort.…

Key Moments: SYNOT Games has established a new partnership with Boost Casino in Estonia. The Boost Casino platform now features recent SYNOT releases, including Respin Multi Joker, 40 Coins of Chance, and Rio Mystery Night. This alliance is part of SYNOT Games’ strategic initiative to increase its influence in licensed, regulated European markets. Strategic Alliance Strengthens Estonian Market Presence SYNOT Games has broadened its access to regulated European gaming by joining forces with Boost Casino, a well-known Estonian operator. Through this partnership, certified games from SYNOT, featuring the latest innovations…

Key Moments: Soft2Bet has added Amusnet Gaming’s portfolio of more than 100 slot titles to its casino brands The partnership aims to boost player engagement and retention across regulated European markets Integration will align with individual brand rollouts and comply with local certification standards Strategic Partnership Expands Soft2Bet’s Casino Content Soft2Bet, recognized as a leading provider of B2B casino and sportsbook solutions, has entered into a new partnership with Amusnet Gaming. This collaboration further diversifies Soft2Bet’s casino platform, now featuring Amusnet’s collection alongside other global content supporting its brands such…

Key Moments: Effective gamification centers on structured progression, personalization, and balanced competition, rather than superficial features AI-driven mission generation and dynamic difficulty adjustments have been enhancing player retention and engagement Sustainable designs and regular refreshes are essential for gamification systems to outperform traditional bonus-driven models Redefining Gamification in iGaming Gamification within the iGaming sector is often misinterpreted. While some perceive it as mere cosmetic features such as scoring systems, digital badges, or limited-time themes, experts like Itai Zak, Executive Director of iGaming at Digicode, argue that authentic gamification is about…

Key Moments: Hagens Berman has filed a lawsuit in the US District Court for the Eastern District of New York, accusing leading horse racing companies and data firms of collusion. The complaint alleges that select insiders benefit from Computer-Assisted Wagering (CAW), disadvantaging regular bettors. Plaintiffs seek damages under RICO and demand changes to ensure greater transparency and fairness in horse race betting. Lawsuit Targets Alleged Collusion in Horse Racing Wagering Hagens Berman, a Seattle-based law firm recognized for major class-action litigation, has initiated legal action against key players in the…

Key Moments: Caixa’s president is meeting with President Lula this week to explain the state bank’s online betting project. The proposed platform aims to recapture betting activity currently occurring on untaxed foreign sites and estimates up to R$2.5 billion in revenue by 2026. The initiative faces political scrutiny amid concerns about its alignment with government messaging on gambling and public funding priorities. Meeting Set to Address Online Betting Controversy Carlos Vieira, president of Caixa Econômica Federal, will meet President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva this week to discuss Caixa’s state-run…

Key Moments: Senator Sérgio Petecão has proposed raising the fixed-odds betting tax rate in Brazil from 12% to 27.5% The planned increase would allocate 10% of the proceeds to healthcare and 17.5% to other public priorities mandated by law Senate committees will review the proposal before any full Senate vote takes place Emergency Tax Hike on Betting Under Consideration A new legislative proposal submitted to Brazil’s Federal Senate aims to temporarily increase the tax applied to fixed-odds betting operators – including both physical and online activity – from the current…