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Key Moments: Cross River State Lotteries and Gaming Agency (CRSLGA) has enacted new powers to penalize unlicensed online betting platforms and engage global tech partners in compliance efforts. The latest law, signed by Governor Bassey Otu, allows collaboration with Google for content removal and ad restrictions starting October 15. The Federation of State Gaming Regulators of Nigeria (FSGRN) will introduce an 11% gross gaming income tax and a standard ₦100 million annual operator fee in 2026, waiving license charges for the current year. New Law Strengthens Enforcement of Online Gaming…

Key Moments: Intralot has completed its €2.7 billion acquisition of Bally’s International Interactive, forming Bally’s Intralot. Bally’s Corporation has become the largest shareholder in Intralot following the deal’s closure. Bally’s plans to use $1.0 billion to reduce secured debt and will invest $200 million in its Chicago casino project. Creation of Bally’s Intralot through Landmark Merger Intralot has finalized its €2.7 billion acquisition of Bally’s International Interactive, resulting in the formation of a combined entity called Bally’s Intralot. The purchase, which included both cash and new Intralot shares, positions Bally’s…

Key Moments: Wazdan has partnered with NorthStar Gaming Inc., enhancing its presence in Canada’s iGaming market. NorthStar’s platform now features Wazdan’s leading titles and signature game mechanics for Ontario players. Executives from both companies have emphasized the significance of the collaboration for player engagement and growth. Strategic Collaboration Enhances Game Offering On 13th October 2025, Wazdan, a developer renowned for game experiences that prioritize player rewards, announced a partnership with NorthStar Gaming Inc., a major Canadian online casino operator powered by Playtech. This agreement is designed to expand Wazdan’s footprint…

Key Moments: Kiron has extended its partnership with Kaizen Gaming through the launch of GOAL Premier in Mexico, Nigeria, and Chile The rollout introduces LatAm Single and Champions Single formats to Betano’s user base in these regions GOAL Premier delivers two-minute, mobile-centric virtual football matches for Betano players Partnership Expansion and Market Reach Kiron has broadened its collaboration with Kaizen Gaming, launching its feature virtual football title, GOAL Premier, through Betano in Mexico, Nigeria, and Chile. This expansion marks an increased strategic presence in regions known for strong football enthusiasm.…

Key Moments: COMESA launched its Digital Retail Payments Platform on October 9, 2025, aiming to streamline cross-border payments in local currencies. Kenya has played a leading role in the platform’s rollout, with government leaders highlighting its potential for enhanced financial integration. The platform is positioned to widen access to online betting, especially among unbanked communities across Africa. COMESA’s Payment Innovation Targets Seamless Transactions The inauguration of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa’s (COMESA) Digital Retail Payments Platform marks a significant advancement for the continent’s online betting sector. COMESA,…

Key Moments: Gen-Z players have formed gambling habits through loot boxes, skin casinos, and grey-market platforms that evade traditional regulatory measures. Current responsible gambling models struggle to address risks outside regulated casino environments, creating gaps in player safety. Kris Galloway advocates for the integration of behavioral AI and dynamic interventions to proactively detect and mitigate user risk, while raising concerns about privacy and regulatory expertise. Changing Dynamics in Player Risk The evolution of responsible gambling tools has long been at the forefront of the iGaming sector’s efforts to protect its…

Key Moments: The Malta Gaming Authority received 68 suspicious betting reports between July and September 2025 Football and tennis represented the highest number of suspicious activities, with 29 and 26 cases respectively Most notifications of irregular betting activity in Q3 were linked to Europe, with 30 alerts Quarterly Rise in Reported Irregularities The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) documented a moderate increase in suspicious betting alerts in its Sports Betting Integrity Report for the third quarter of 2025. During July through September, MGA recorded 68 alerts related to questionable betting outcomes,…

Key Moments: Former Spanish international Luis García is set to appear at SiGMA Central Europe as a special guest of 1xBet. García’s attendance is scheduled for November 5 during the summit taking place in Rome from November 3–6, 2025. SiGMA Central Europe remains a major networking and industry event, highlighting regulatory, technological, and market trends within the iGaming sector. Luis García to Join 1xBet During Key Summit Renowned football figure Luis García, celebrated for both his international career and his UEFA Champions League success with Liverpool, has been announced as…

Key Moments: Realistic Games has extended its reach in the UK and Ireland by entering a new partnership with QuinnBet. QuinnBet users now gain instant access to top-performing Realistic Games titles, spanning slots, instant wins, and table games. Popular games such as European Roulette, BarX, 9 Rhino Fast Fire, and Phantom Tides are included in the launch portfolio. New Distribution Agreement Expands Reach Realistic Games has taken a significant step in its ongoing growth by joining forces with sportsbook and casino operator QuinnBet, strengthening its footprint across both the UK…

Key Moments: California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831), banning sweepstakes gambling starting January 1, 2026 The new law gained unanimous support in both legislative chambers, with 36-0 in the Senate and 63-0 in the Assembly Sweepstakes operators, payment processors, geolocation providers, and other related businesses will face misdemeanor charges for violations, including fines up to $25,000 or a year in county jail Comprehensive Ban on Sweepstakes Casinos Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted Assembly Bill 831 (AB 831), effectively prohibiting sweepstakes casinos throughout California beginning January…