Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: DigiPlus Interactive Corp. reported a 27 percent decrease in fourth-quarter 2025 revenue and a 36 percent drop in net income. Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas required e-wallet providers to disconnect from gaming platforms, disrupting payments and sharply reducing transaction volumes. For the 2025 full year, DigiPlus achieved PHP 84.2 billion ($1.4 billion) in revenue, up 12 percent over the previous year, with net income stable at PHP 12.6 billion ($210.7 million). Fourth-Quarter Revenue Drops Amid Payment Changes DigiPlus Interactive Corp., a major player in the Philippines’ licensed online gaming…

Key Moments: A regulator-commissioned study estimates that 77.03% of German online gambling in 2024 occurred through licensed operators Unregulated online gambling’s market share is calculated at 22.97%, representing around €547m in 2024 Survey results indicate licensed brands dominate player spending, despite the presence of many unlicensed platforms Regulator Commissioned Study Quantifies Market Share According to a recent survey initiated by Germany’s national gambling regulator, the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), nearly four-fifths of online gambling spending in the country is now directed through licensed businesses. Conducted by Blockchain Research Lab,…

Key Moments: Industry estimates indicate that up to £60m may have been bet through illegal operators during this year’s Cheltenham Festival. Recent analysis suggests the illegal gambling market accounts for roughly 6% of all betting stakes in Britain. From April 2026, duty on online casino-style products rises from 21% to 40%, while horseracing betting duty stays at 15%. Escalating Stakes in the Unregulated Market Estimates by the Betting and Gaming Council suggest illegal operators may have handled up to £60m in wagers during the Cheltenham Festival. That is about £2m…

Key Moments: Stakelogic has delivered its entire catalog of slot and live casino titles to Winz.nl. The partnership adds new releases such as Penguin Payday and Mega Fortune Hold ’n’ Win for Dutch players. Stakelogic’s signature live side bet features, including Super Wheel and Spin to Win, are now available at Winz.nl. Comprehensive Content Integration Stakelogic has entered into an agreement with Dutch online casino operator Winz.nl, bringing its full array of slot and live casino content to the platform. With this launch, Winz.nl players have access to a diverse…

Key Moments: Authorities across Asia have been reviewing enforcement of illegal gambling advertisements on digital platforms Meta platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, have continued to reach more than 1.3 billion adults in Asia-Pacific Investigations have revealed the presence of gambling ads in at least 13 Asian jurisdictions with strict regulations Government Action Escalates Across Asia Asian regulators have responded to the recurring appearance of unlawful gambling ads on social media by tightening controls on advertising and intensifying scrutiny of major digital platforms. Several governments throughout the region have launched fresh…

Key Moments: The Malta Gaming Authority has outlined plans for closer monitoring of cash, crypto, athlete betting, and ADR reporting. Gaming contributed €714.4m in gross value added during the first half of 2025, accounting for 6.5% of Malta’s total GVA. New compliance efforts in 2026 will prioritize payment controls, sports integrity, and improved operator reporting. Supervisory Framework and Regulatory Focus The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) is intensifying its supervisory approach within the online gaming landscape, zeroing in on payment controls, crypto assets, betting by athletes, and operator reporting practices. The…

Key Moments: Betsson AB has reached an agreement to purchase Rhino Entertainment Group’s Canadian consumer operations for €64.5 million (approximately $74.3 million). The acquisition includes technology assets, operational infrastructure, and personnel, with a closing expected in the second or third quarter of 2026, pending regulatory approval. Betsson’s shares increased over six percent in early trading on Nasdaq Stockholm following the acquisition announcement. Strategic Expansion into Canada Betsson AB has formalized a deal to acquire the Canadian consumer business segment of Rhino Entertainment Group for €64.5 million, or roughly $74.3 million.…

Key Moments: Valve has defended its loot box system in response to a lawsuit filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James. The company emphasizes that in-game loot boxes are optional cosmetic items and compares them to physical collectables. Valve has raised privacy and digital ownership concerns regarding proposed restrictions and verification measures. Legal Clash Highlights Gambling Concerns Valve has issued a formal response to a lawsuit brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who claims the company’s loot boxes constitute illegal gambling according to state law. The case…

Key Moments: BETER has received the Event Wagering Supplier License from the Arizona Department of Gaming. BETER’s live esports and sports content, including ESportsBattle and Setka Cup, is now available to licensed Arizona operators via bet365. Arizona marks the seventh state where BETER is licensed, following authorizations in North Carolina, New Jersey, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, and Colorado. Arizona Approves BETER as Event Wagering Supplier BETER has announced its latest milestone, obtaining the Event Wagering Supplier License granted by the Arizona Department of Gaming. The new license allows BETER to introduce…

Key Moments: Genius Sports has extended its partnership with Svensk Elitfotboll (SEF) to include live, low-latency video content for its BetVision platform. The new agreement provides broader access to data and streaming from Sweden’s Allsvenskan and Superettan competitions for sportsbook clients globally. The expanded partnership follows a strategic review of SEF’s international data and video rights with Commercial Sports Media as advisor. Broadened Collaboration Focuses on Live Video Streaming Genius Sports has strengthened its relationship with Svensk Elitfotboll (SEF), the organization overseeing the top two divisions of Swedish soccer, by…