Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: Chris Pond has replaced Jenny Watson CBE as chair of Great Britain’s self-exclusion initiative, The GamStop Group. Pond emphasized GamStop’s unique position to influence the national effort to address gambling harms. Pond indicated new opportunities for data sharing, early intervention, and enhanced collaboration to promote responsible gambling. Leadership Transition at GamStop Chris Pond has assumed the role of chair at The GamStop Group, Great Britain’s self-exclusion scheme. He succeeds Jenny Watson CBE, who spent seven years guiding the organization and was credited by Pond for providing “a strong…

Key Moments: Galaxsys has entered into a partnership with leading betting and iGaming operator 1xBet. Over 50 titles from Galaxsys, spanning instant, crash, mines, bingo, turbo, and slot games, will be added to 1xBet’s platform. 1xBet enhances its content offering with Galaxsys’ award-winning games, reinforcing its industry position. Strategic Collaboration Expands Global Reach Galaxsys, recognized for its robust and award-winning catalog of games, has formed a strategic partnership with the international betting and iGaming provider 1xBet. This agreement brings Galaxsys’ portfolio – which consists of more than 50 unique titles…

Key Moments: Visitors from 21 countries outside the UK have registered for the EAG Expo following the registration opening on September 1. EAG Expo attendance has grown by 69% since 2022, with 4,306 unique visitors registered for the 2025 event. 14% of EAG Expo’s 2025 attendees have traveled from outside the UK, representing 1,973 businesses. Expanding International Footprint EAG Expo has demonstrated significant international growth, with recent registration data revealing interest from 21 different countries beyond the UK. These early registrants, recorded in the two weeks following the September 1…

Key Moments: Online gambling revenue in Spain reached just over €410 million in the second quarter of 2025, marking an increase of nearly 19 percent year-over-year. Deposits totaled approximately €1.35 billion and withdrawals were close to €963 million, both remaining consistent with Q1 levels. Casino revenue comprised around €216 million, led by strong slot performance, while sports betting achieved about €171 million in Q2 2025. Revenue Trends Demonstrate Market Strength Results published by the Directorate General for Gambling Regulation (DGOJ) indicate that Spain’s digital gambling sector generated just over €410…

Key Moments: Yaspa is set to present its Intelligent Payments platform at G2E Las Vegas from October 7 to October 9. The company’s US launch centers on its Guaranteed ACH solution, driving near-100% deposit acceptance rates. Yaspa recently secured a $12m funding round led by Discerning Capital and expanded operations through a US entity in Atlanta. Showcasing Intelligent Payments at G2E Las Vegas Yaspa, a rapidly growing fintech specializing in payments and identity solutions for the iGaming sector, will demonstrate its Intelligent Payments platform at G2E Las Vegas. Taking place…

Key Moments: Gaming Corps has entered into a content partnership with Stadtcasino Baden Group in Switzerland. This agreement grants Jackpots.ch access to Gaming Corps slots, Mine games, and X-MY-WAY titles. The collaboration is part of Gaming Corps’ active expansion strategy in European regulated markets. New Partnership Strengthens Market Reach Gaming Corps, a Sweden-based game development company listed on the public market, has formed a new alliance with Stadtcasino Baden Group, one of the most prominent regulated gaming operators in Switzerland. This deal is aligned with Gaming Corps’ ongoing expansion across…

Key Moments: Data collected from April 2022 to June 2024 in four phases among 889 adult Jewish Hebrew speakers Men with greater difficulties in emotional regulation experienced significant increases in problem gambling after October 7 The Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) rose among men and across the overall sample following the October 7 events Overview of the Study A recently published Hebrew University study has examined the relationship between emotional regulation and gambling habits among Israeli Jewish adults in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre. The research underscores the…

Key Moments: Labour conference delegates gathered in Liverpool to vote on which policy motions will be prioritized for debate. Proposed motions address issues such as higher taxation on gambling companies and a call for a widespread ban on gambling advertising. Voting determines seven key subjects, which will then undergo further discussion before final votes are cast during the conference. Delegates Consider New Approaches to Gambling Industry Regulation At the Labour Party conference in Liverpool, delegates have begun deliberations over a broad slate of policy motions, including proposals that would directly…

Key Moments: Ezugi has entered a partnership with PokerStars to offer its live casino games in the UK and Ontario. Players on PokerStars now have access to titles such as Revolution Roulette, Ultimate Roulette, Unlimited Blackjack, and Lucky 7. Ezugi is part of Evolution and focuses on delivering localized live dealer content to online operators and betting shops. Strategic Partnership Enhances Game Diversity Ezugi, recognized for its innovation in live dealer casino solutions, has announced a new partnership with renowned online gaming brand PokerStars. This agreement brings Ezugi’s signature live…

Key Moments: Jarrod Schwarz has been elevated to Chief Operating Officer, a new role at BetMGM In July 2025, BetMGM surpassed FanDuel to become Kansas’ second leading sportsbook by total wagers BetMGM raised its full-year revenue forecast to at least $2.7 billion following a 35 percent increase in first-half revenue Leadership Expansion: Schwarz Steps into COO Position BetMGM has made a significant leadership move by naming Jarrod Schwarz as its first-ever Chief Operating Officer (COO). Schwarz, who previously spent nearly five years as Chief Product Officer, will now manage product,…