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Key Moments: Hokkaido prepared a draft position paper for the prefectural assembly on November 26 to advance a potential integrated resort bid. A survey of all 179 municipalities in Hokkaido was conducted to inform the proposal on the IR concept. Tomakomai is recognized as the leading candidate for hosting the integrated resort, supported by nearby municipalities. Strategic Evaluation for Integrated Resort Opportunity Hokkaido will present a preliminary policy document to its prefectural assembly that examines the prospect of developing an integrated resort (IR) with a casino component. Although the document…

Key Moments: AffPapa currently connects over 300 operators and 1,800 affiliates through its ecosystem The company has transitioned from a simple directory into a platform offering services, curated events, and investment opportunities Upcoming events include a Cancun conference with a LATAM emphasis and the largest event yet in Madrid in 2026 AffPapa’s Evolution in the iGaming Market AffPapa, under the leadership of CEO Levon Nikoghosyan, has significantly expanded its role within the global iGaming sector. While the company initially launched in 2020 with the goal of bridging the gap between…

Key Moments: Players who check bonus requirements and details before using free spins can stretch their gameplay further. Many European regulators have pushed for increased transparency in bonus terms, making it easier to understand conditions. Spacing out free spins and focusing on familiar games often yields a more satisfying playing experience. Understanding Free Spin Offers Casino bonuses have become a prominent feature, with banners and offers appearing across nearly every online gaming site. Free spins, in particular, appeal to many users due to their simplicity. Yet, plenty of players miss…

Key Moments: More than $30 billion in trades have been facilitated across leading sports prediction market platforms Spectrum Gaming projected that a 10% share of the U.S. sports betting market could mean a $3.3 billion revenue opportunity for prediction platforms The future of sports prediction markets may depend on regulatory approaches and stakeholder adaptation Prediction Markets Move Toward Mainstream Acceptance Sports prediction markets, previously seen as niche, have rapidly gained broader acceptance in the U.S. gambling industry. Major operators like Kalshi and Polymarket have recently secured partnerships with professional sports…

Key Moments: H2 Gambling Capital estimates 27 percent of Europe’s iGaming penetration will be offshore in 2025, totaling around 18 billion euros Recent years have seen offshore channelization increase for the first time in over twenty years Panelists highlight regulatory tightening and crypto casinos as driving factors behind the growth of Europe’s illegal gambling market Data Signals a Shift in Europe’s Gambling Landscape During the fourth day of European Safer Gambling Week, the focus turned to Europe’s persistent black market gambling challenge. In a session called “Beyond the regulatory perimeter:…

Key Moments: Scammers leveraged Mr Beast’s name to orchestrate widespread casino fraud across Discord, YouTube, and online searches. The scam relied on compromised Discord accounts and SEO-driven tactics to deceive thousands of users. No legitimate relationship exists between Mr Beast and any gambling operator or casino application. Unraveling the Mr Beast Casino Hoax Recent months have seen the emergence of the so-called “Mr Beast Casino” proliferating across multiple social channels. At its core, the scam used AI-generated videos, falsified news stories, misleading offers, and a coordinated Discord attack that compromised…

Key Moments: The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) issued a £650,000 penalty to Videoslots along with a formal warning and a mandated independent audit. Between October 2023 and February 2024, automated monitoring at Videoslots failed to detect and act on several high-risk customer activities. UKGC emphasized heightened risks associated with open-loop payment systems and set new expectations for monitoring and reporting. Regulatory Spotlight on Compliance Failures Videoslots is under strict UKGC scrutiny. The regulator found major failures in player protection and risk monitoring. The period from October 2023 to February 2024…

Key Moments: Michigan’s iGaming sector reported an all-time high of 278.5 million dollars in gross receipts for October. Sports betting handle rose to 605.9 million dollars, marking a 15.6 percent increase over September and an 8.1 percent gain year over year. The state’s online gaming industry contributed a combined 58 million dollars in taxes for October. Strong Gains Across iGaming and Sports Betting Michigan reached new heights in October, with both its online casino and sports betting sectors breaking previous records. The Michigan Gaming Control Board reported that the state…

Key Moments: Boomerang Partners crowned QQMedia, Apex Media, and Luis Xavier as victors of the first Golden Boomerang League season on November 4th in Rome. QQMedia secured a direct qualification to the Golden Boomerang Awards 2026 with their distinctive traffic strategy. Apex Media and Luis Xavier both earned the AC Milan Experience package, strengthening their partnerships with Boomerang Partners. Overview of the Golden Boomerang League The Golden Boomerang League, an affiliate competition focusing exclusively on sports traffic from Boomerang Partners, wrapped up its debut season on October 31. The announcement…

Key Moments: Greece’s regulated iGaming market has shown over 25% GGR growth since 2021, reaching €751.6 million. More than two dozen licensed operators are now active under HGC oversight, with players displaying strong demand for local content. Operators face significant challenges from high taxes (up to 35% GGR), regulatory hurdles, and fierce competition. Rapid Market Development Drives Operator and Supplier Engagement Greece’s iGaming sector has seen remarkable transformation in recent years, becoming one of the most closely observed regulated markets in Europe. The introduction of a robust licensing structure has…