Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: Neosurf has entered into a strategic partnership with BridgerPay to integrate cash-to-digital payment solutions. The BridgerPay platform offers features such as prebuilt integrations, unified dashboards, and the Bridger Retry™ system to help recover up to 30% of soft declined card payments. This partnership is initially focused on European markets, with plans for technical collaboration and future expansion. Collaboration Aims to Enhance Online Payment Experiences Neosurf, recognized for its cash-to-digital payment expertise and commitment to responsible gaming and anti-money laundering support, has announced the formation of a strategic alliance…

Key Moments: Bede has introduced a proprietary Tournament feature designed to give operators more flexibility and control over gamification. The new solution enables partners to create customizable contests and leaderboards without being restricted to provider-specific game selections. The feature integrates with Bede’s centralized back office, streamlining tournament management and enhancing player engagement through intuitive APIs. Redefining Gamification Capabilities Bede, a provider of data-driven iGaming technology solutions, has released its latest product: an in-house Tournament feature aimed at transforming how gaming partners implement gamification strategies. This new offering is crafted to…

Key Moments: Lukki Casino, operated by Just Entertainment B.V., has adopted RegTech to streamline compliance and secure its operations. RegTech solutions enable operators to generate instant risk scores by linking customer data, transaction history, and behavioral signals. Real-time risk scoring and advanced technologies benefit players, operators, and regulators by improving security, efficiency, and compliance. Redefining Compliance for iGaming Operators Modern online casino operators have turned to compliance tools to safeguard their platforms. Unlike manual verification methods of the past, RegTech – an integration of regulation and technology – enables operators…

Key Moments: Five stewards, including the acting chief, were found to have placed bets on horse races, some of which they officiated Investigations examined steward behavior and wagering from January 2023 to June 2025, resulting in three dismissals TasRacing plans to introduce stricter oversight, enhanced rules, and stronger penalties following the scandal Integrity at Risk: The Steward Betting Controversy A major controversy has affected Tasmanian racing after it was revealed that five stewards, including the acting chief steward, engaged in betting on horse races, some of which they were responsible…

Key Moments: Flashscore has launched its new Follow Player function, providing real-time notifications on selected footballers. Cristiano Ronaldo is currently the most-followed player globally, leading among nearly 590,000 profiled athletes. The feature will expand to include basketball and hockey, with additional notification types planned. Flagship App Enhancement for Fan Engagement Flashscore, recognized as the leading live scores app worldwide, has introduced a Follow Player feature that enables users to receive instant alerts about their favorite footballers’ activities. After experiencing high user demand from its monthly audience exceeding 100 million, the…

Key Moments: The World Poker League returns from September 19 to December 21, 2025 Players will compete for a cumulative prize pool of €1,593,000 across three seasons Stretch Network offers a variety of tournaments, including Main Events, Mini Main Events, Omaha, and Mystery Bounty formats Series Overview The World Poker League (WPL) is set to make its return in 2025, following up on a successful debut. Scheduled to run from September 19 through December 21, 2025, this tournament series will bring a total prize pool of €1,593,000 over the duration…

Key Moments: FINTRAC issued a $1.175 million fine to SIGA for alleged administrative breaches of anti-money laundering regulations SIGA announced its intent to contest both the findings and penalties in Federal Court BCLC previously appealed a separate FINTRAC fine for similar violations Regulatory Action Against SIGA The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) has imposed a $1,175,000 penalty on the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA), citing alleged failures in complying with administrative aspects of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA). According to…

Key Moments: Wynn Resorts is preparing to open its Wynn Al Marjan Island Resort in Ras Al Khaimah next year, marking the UAE’s first licensed casino. The company targets a workforce of 330 employees by the end of 2025 and recently added 52 new staff in the second quarter, bringing the total to 100. Revenue projections for the Al Marjan Island property are set at US$5 billion per year, underscoring Wynn’s expectations for the market. Building a Comprehensive Team Structure Wynn Resorts is rapidly increasing its recruitment efforts ahead of…

Key Moments: Japan formally asked eight international gambling hubs in June 2025 to block their licenced casino sites for Japanese users. Authorities reported Japanese offshore sports betting reached ¥6.45 trillion (€42 billion) in 2024. Surveys found 1.97 million Japanese are active users of overseas online casinos, with average annual spending at ¥630,000 (€4,050) per user. Japan Urges International Action on Online Gambling In a major effort to combat unlawful online gambling, Japan issued official requests in June 2025 to eight countries. The Tokyo government asked Canada, Costa Rica, Georgia, Malta,…

Key Moments: Corona Resort & Casino has posted a VND 564 billion (US$21.4 million) loss for the first half of 2025, marking a deeper deficit than the same period last year. Cumulative losses since opening have reached VND 5.5 trillion (US$208 million), with equity dropping to VND 960 billion (US$36.4 million) by June 2025. The government plans to allow permanent local gaming at Corona, accompanied by a proposed fixed entry fee for Vietnamese patrons. Financial Performance and Liquidity Challenges Corona Resort & Casino in Phu Quoc has reported a first-half…