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Key Moments: The Norwegian Lottery Authority upheld a NOK 10 million fine against Norsk Tipping due to a Eurojackpot prize calculation error. A total of 47,000 players received inflated prize notifications as a technical issue multiplied winnings by 100 during eurocent-to-krone conversion. Norsk Tipping’s latest fine represents around 0.1% of its 2024 turnover, following earlier sanctions for separate technical errors. Technical Fault Impacts Thousands of Players Norsk Tipping has been handed a NOK 10 million penalty by the Norwegian Lottery Authority after a system failure led to significantly inflated Eurojackpot…

Key Moments SEO tracking tools have detected significant ranking turbulence in recent days Affiliates and operators report decreased SEO-driven traffic and tighter profit margins Google has not confirmed a new core update since June 2025, with speculation mounting about a possible “Halloween update” Unusual volatility has emerged in Google’s search results recently, as a wide range of SEO monitoring platforms register abrupt changes. These shifts have led site owners and industry professionals to observe notable swings in their rankings, with different tools capturing these fluctuations at varying speeds. Although the…

Key Moments: Soft2Bet has maintained a real-time, risk-based monitoring system to handle betting fraud and bonus abuse. Investigation cycles are designed to be transparent, efficient, and tailored with targeted interventions. The company continually refines its controls and processes, emphasizing customer fairness and regulatory compliance. Continuous Risk Management Strategies At Soft2Bet, both betting fraud and bonus abuse are persistent risks demanding constant attention. The company recognizes that these threats manifest in various ways – from unusual playing behaviors to coordinated account activities – and thus utilizes discreet and dynamic detection methods.…

Key Moments: Wazdan has launched its operations in Delaware through a new agreement with the Delaware Lottery. The company has previously established its presence in Michigan, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Delaware players are now able to access Wazdan’s signature gaming features such as Hold the Jackpot™, Cash Infinity™, Collect to Infinity™, Sticky to Infinity™, and Cash Out. Delaware Entry Strengthens Wazdan’s US Strategy Wazdan has cemented its entry into the state of Delaware by partnering with the Delaware Lottery, positioning itself to further increase its influence within the…

Key Moments: A Sacramento judge dismissed the California tribes’ legal case against state cardrooms, citing federal law primacy. The dismissal stemmed from a conflict between Senate Bill 549 and federal gaming regulations. Tribal leaders indicated plans to appeal the ruling, maintaining efforts to assert their gaming rights. Background of the Legal Dispute The legal confrontation began following the passing of Senate Bill 549, which was designed to grant California tribes standing to challenge cardrooms offering player-banked games such as blackjack. The tribes have argued that these games, through third-party bankers,…

Key Moments: Blueprint Gaming™ has entered into a partnership with Veikkaus, the Finnish state lottery. Players in Finland gain access to Blueprint’s complete game library, including branded and franchise titles. Veikkaus operates over 1,200 iGaming professionals with a strong focus on responsible gaming. Blueprint Gaming Strengthens European Market Position Blueprint Gaming™ has extended its European presence by forging a partnership with Veikkaus, the state-run gambling operator in Finland. This development allows Finnish players to access Blueprint’s full collection, including popular branded releases such as Rick and Morty™: Strike Back, The…

Key Moments: CAP and BCAP have revised their guidance to bolster protections for under-18s in gambling and lottery advertising. The 2022 update tightened the appeal standard from “particular” to “strong,” bringing more content under stricter regulatory controls. The latest guidance clarifies issues around social media followers, contexts of appeal, and distinctions in sports content. Guidance Evolves Following Practice and Stakeholder Feedback The Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) and the Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP) have released updates to their guidance aimed at shielding under-18s from potentially harmful exposure to…

Key Moments: The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has started a consultation on Category D gaming machines and bingo premises licensing. The consultation proposes either maintaining or removing the licence exemption for Category D machines. Stakeholders can submit responses until 4 December 2025. Consultation Overview The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has initiated a consultation designed to gather input on regulations governing Category D gaming machines and the licensing approach for bingo premises. This forms part of a broader initiative to update gambling laws to reflect…

Key Moments: 1win Traffic Race runs from October 15, 2025 to January 15, 2026, offering affiliates 333 prizes Affiliates compete for top rewards, including a Rolex Datejust and iPhone 17 Pro Max Winners are named monthly, with results and updates posted on 1win Partners’ official social channels Promotion Overview 1win Partners has unveiled its latest initiative, the 1win Traffic Race, directed at its Revenue Share affiliate base. Running from October 15, 2025 through January 15, 2026, this campaign rewards top-performing partners with a variety of valuable prizes totaling 333 awards.…

Key Moments: Delaware’s three casinos reported $36.4m in total revenue for September, reflecting a 21.3 per cent year-over-year decrease. Revenue at Delaware Park reached $15.3m, down 16.3 per cent compared to the previous year. Bally’s Dover experienced the steepest decline, with revenue dropping 28.1 per cent year-over-year to $11.9m. Revenue Trends Across Delaware Casinos In September, Delaware’s casino industry faced a sharp downturn, as total revenue fell to $36.4m across the state’s three casinos. This marks a 21.3 per cent decrease compared to the same month last year and a…