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Key Moments: The Ghanaian government is advancing a plan to channel betting and lottery revenue into a National Sports Fund The strategy relies on reallocating funds from the existing betting and gaming market, not imposing new taxes The Fund aims to resolve persistent funding gaps for athlete support, infrastructure, and sports programs starting in 2026 Government Strategy Links Sports Growth to Gaming Sector Ghana is on the verge of transforming its approach to financing sports by tapping into the nation’s expanding betting and gaming market. The proposed National Sports Fund…

Key Moments: ENJOY Gaming appointed Dimokratis Papadimos as Director of Account Management Papadimos brings over 15 years of experience at major operators and suppliers The appointment supports ENJOY’s global expansion and enhanced partner services Leadership Strengthens Amid Ongoing Expansion ENJOY Gaming has named Dimokratis Papadimos as its Director of Account Management, bringing significant industry expertise to its executive team. This move is part of the company’s commitment to advancing partner growth, improving operational alignment, and maintaining high service standards as it increases its presence in regulated markets. Track Record Across…

Key Moments: Endorphina has entered Slovakia, becoming active in its 54th jurisdiction across the globe. The company’s game portfolio has met Slovakia’s national standards for fairness, technical compliance, and responsible gaming. Licensed Slovak operators now have access to Endorphina’s certified titles and partner infrastructure. Strategic Entry into Slovakia Strengthens European Presence Endorphina has officially debuted in Slovakia’s regulated iGaming sector, marking an important step in the company’s compliance-driven expansion strategy. This launch further solidifies Endorphina’s footprint in Europe and extends its reach into sixty-four regulated environments. The company’s entry into…

Key Moments: Slotegrator presented a redesigned online casino platform featuring upgraded KYC, Business Intelligence modules, and AI-driven personalization at SiGMA Central Europe 2025. An exclusive offer was announced for operators: reduced setup costs and lower monthly commissions until the end of 2025. The company reported surpassing 40,000 games integrated via APIgrator and sealed new ESG-focused partnerships for its 2026 strategy. Showcasing Innovation with Italian Flair During SiGMA Central Europe 2025, held in Rome from November 3–6, Slotegrator welcomed guests to booth 2046G, offering a unique “la dolce vita” experience. Their…

Key Moments: Yggdrasil has added Suits & Royals to its YGG Masters portfolio as of November 20th 2025. Suits & Royals will debut its first title through the partnership in January 2026. The studio leverages the Game in a Box™ platform to reach Yggdrasil’s large distribution network. New Addition to YGG Masters Ecosystem Yggdrasil has announced that Suits & Royals, a boutique studio renowned for its dedication to traditional slot experiences, has joined the YGG Masters program. This move expands the YGG Masters lineup beyond 20 leading content suppliers, further…

Key Moments: The Gambling Regulation Office has mandated that sports organizations remove all affiliations with unlicensed gambling firms. Fines for non-compliance under the Gambling Act can reach €250,000. Recent political developments have added urgency to the regulator’s demands as gambling reforms undergo further review. Regulator Signals Tougher Gambling Oversight A wave of intensified compliance checks has swept across Slovakian sports institutions following a stern advisory from the nation’s recently established Gambling Regulation Office. Libuša Baranová, who now leads the regulator as director general, has ordered that all sports leagues, clubs,…

Key Moments: Sports organizations have warned that moving away from the Veikkaus monopoly increases the risk of match-fixing and manipulation in Finnish sports. The Constitutional Committee has raised concerns about vague legislation, especially regarding advertising terms and taxation rules for professional gamblers. The number of sports betting integrity alerts in Finland grew from fewer than 20 in 2022 to 71 in 2024, according to FINCIS. Market Reform and Legislative Challenges Finnish sports authorities have raised serious concerns. As lawmakers continue developing the new gambling framework, tensions around ending Veikkaus’ monopoly…

Key Moments: Authorities extended raids on Gameskraft and WinZO across 11 locations for a second consecutive day The new Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 imposes a blanket ban on real-money games Investigators are probing allegations of money laundering, suspected algorithm manipulation, and cryptocurrency use Enforcement Directorate Extends Investigations The Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s central economic intelligence agency, intensified its clampdown on the online gaming sector as it conducted a second straight day of searches targeting Gameskraft and WinZO. Launched on Tuesday, the operation spanned 11 sites across…

Key Moments: Assembly Bill 601 was pulled from debate, delaying Wisconsin’s online sports betting legislation to early 2026 The proposed hub and spoke model would empower tribes to control online betting servers on their lands Industry disagreements over revenue splits and structural design have left the bill unresolved Legislative Delay Postpones Market Launch A much-anticipated vote on Wisconsin’s online sports betting legalization has been pushed back. This delay followed a behind-the-scenes change that removed Assembly Bill 601 from the legislative agenda just before discussion was set to begin. As a…

Key Moments: Betclic has become the first and only French gambling operator to earn the RG Check international certification. Betclic Group achieved a score of 89.44/100, placing it among the top three global performers out of 170 evaluated operators. Over 100 Betclic specialists are dedicated to responsible gaming, supported by the comprehensive “Betclic Protect” program. Recognition for Excellence in Player Protection Betclic has distinguished itself by being the first French operator to obtain the RG Check certification, an international standard considered the leading benchmark for player protection in the industry.…