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Key Moments: Veli Group has announced Tal Zamstein as CEO of Veli BC, effective immediately Zamstein possesses extensive experience in major European iGaming markets The appointment aligns with Veli Group’s international growth strategy Leadership Appointment at Veli BC Veli Group, a global contender in the iGaming sector, has revealed the immediate appointment of Tal Zamstein as Chief Executive Officer for its subsidiary, Veli BC. Zamstein is recognized for his seasoned leadership, having played significant roles within energetic iGaming markets around the world. Zamstein’s Industry Background Zamstein brings with him a…

Key Moments: One player at Golden Crown Casino secured a Prime Network Jackpot prize of €758,262.71. The current Prime Network Jackpot campaign launched on 3 April 2025, growing its pool from €500,000 to €758,262.71 with increased operator participation. Approximately 95% of jackpot winnings have typically been reinvested as player deposits rather than withdrawn. Major Jackpot Victory Marks Continued Growth SOFTSWISS has reported another significant win in its Prime Network Jackpot campaign, with one fortunate player at Golden Crown Casino capturing a jackpot payout totaling €758,262.71. This achievement builds on SOFTSWISS’s…

Key Moments: Fewer than twelve prize bingo venues are believed to still operate in England Michael Jennings has invested approximately £70,000 in prize stock to attract players Despite current economic challenges, Jennings plans to expand his prize bingo business Traditional Prize Bingo Faces Modern Decline Prize bingo, once a mainstay in seaside arcades across the UK, has seen a sharp decline in recent years. The game, characterized by players marking off numbers on cards in hopes of winning prize vouchers, has been steadily disappearing as many arcades shutter their doors…

Key Moments: The Department of Tourism has advocated for relaxed visa restrictions to counter a significant decline in Chinese visitor numbers this year. Current limitations include restricted visa slots for free independent travelers and limited weekly group visa applications. The Philippines aims to emulate ASEAN neighbors by making visa issuance smoother in partnership with foreign affairs agencies. Efforts to Boost Tourism Arrivals The Philippines is moving forward with plans to attract more tourists from China by considering a relaxation of visa requirements. The Department of Tourism (DOT) highlighted that, although…

Key Moments: Tim Miller highlighted that fewer than 50% of British local authorities conducted required slot machine inspections after collecting licensing fees. The UK Gambling Commission reported issuing 344 cease and desist orders since April 2025, while tackling over 45,000 unlicensed gambling URLs and 235 illegal gambling websites. Miller revealed slot revenues increased following the implementation of the £5 stake limit, contradicting industry predictions of widespread losses. Inspections Largely Overlooked by Councils The executive director of the UK Gambling Commission, Tim Miller, recently brought attention to a widespread lapse among…

Key Moments: PAGCOR withheld over PHP200 million (approx. US$3.5 million) in casino winnings from government officials during the first seven months of 2025. Agency enforced a ban preventing government personnel from gambling in licensed casinos and refused all appeals for withheld winnings. The crackdown also extended to online gambling, with new measures targeting digital payment access and staff participation. Heightened Scrutiny at Philippine Casinos The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has executed a strict clampdown during the first seven months of 2025, stopping over PHP200 million, or about US$3.5…

Key Moments: CT Interactive has certified 20 additional games for Romania, reaching a total of 101 titles available in the market. Newly certified games include Lucky Clover 10 and 20 Mega Star, both already demonstrating player engagement internationally. The company’s new Buy Bonus product line is being introduced in Romania, featuring five fresh titles with enhanced bonus features. Portfolio Expansion in Romania CT Interactive has expanded its footprint in the regulated Romanian iGaming sector by obtaining certification for 20 new games. With this development, the company’s total number of certified…

Key Moments: Baroness Twycross announced at the Gambling Reform Summit that she aims to promote sector growth while enhancing consumer protection measures. Attendees at the summit challenged the notion that industry expansion can align with efforts to minimize gambling harms. The government has introduced a statutory levy with an independent governance structure to oversee fair and effective allocation of funds. Balancing Industry Expansion and Player Safety At the Gambling Reform Summit, Baroness Twycross, the UK’s minister for gambling, outlined her determination to maintain both the growth of the gambling sector…

Key Moments: 40% of the Peruvian population has participated in sports betting, as shown by the August 2025 Activa Research study. 78% of bettors in Peru place wagers online, with 36% choosing mobile apps and 42% opting for websites. Average bet amounts vary by location and demographic, reaching PEN 161.1 for bettors aged 45-59 and PEN 172.8 among A-level socioeconomic groups. Insights Into Peruvian Sports Betting Participation A recent study from Activa Research, carried out in August 2025 and titled “Radiografía del Cliente de Apuestas Deportivas,” highlights the scope of…

Key Moments: Kalshi has notified the CFTC about new parlay-style contracts targeting NFL events, aiming for a 4 September debut. Recent lawsuits from tribal interests question the legality of non-tribal entities offering sports event contracts. xAI’s Grok chatbot is set to assist Kalshi users by providing real-time market analysis for trading decisions. Upcoming Product Launch and Regulatory Framework Kalshi, a regulated prediction exchange, is preparing to introduce parlay-format event contracts designed to let users trade on multiple outcomes simultaneously. In recent communications with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Kalshi…