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Key Moments: Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission participated in the IAGR 2025 conference in Toronto Key topics included artificial intelligence, RegTech, and responsible gaming strategies Cyprus highlighted its leadership overseeing Europe’s only Integrated Casino Resort, City of Dreams Mediterranean Expanding International Engagement The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) 2025 conference in Toronto gathered regulators worldwide to discuss emerging trends and approaches in gaming. Among the participants, the Cyprus Gaming and Casino Supervision Commission presented its ongoing commitment to responsible oversight and technological advancement. Dr Pieris Chouridis, President of…

Key Moments: Northern Nevada HOPES has introduced a six-week outpatient program for individuals with gambling problems. The program offers scheduled meetings three days per week, totaling at least nine hours weekly. Nationwide, the prevalence of gambling issues among adults ranges from 1% to 3%, with rates on the rise. Structured Recovery for a Range of Gambling Behaviors Northern Nevada HOPES has initiated a comprehensive outpatient program to address a spectrum of gambling issues, extending beyond traditional casino gaming to include sports betting, lotteries, horse racing, and cryptocurrency-related activities. This initiative…

Key Moments: Super Group reported Q3 2025 revenue of $556.9 million, marking a 26% increase from the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA rose 65% to $152.1 million, with international markets contributing the majority. The company raised full-year revenue guidance to between $2.17 billion and $2.27 billion. Q3 2025 Performance Outpaces Expectations Super Group, the parent entity of Betway and Spin, posted record-breaking financial results for the third quarter of 2025, prompting the company to upgrade its full-year guidance. Revenue climbed to $556.9 million, up 26% from the comparable period last year.…

Key Moments: Playtech transferred over £1.8 million ($2.4 million) to Black Cube between 2021 and 2024 for a confidential investigation into Evolution. Undercover agents posed as investors to collect evidence on Evolution, leading to a regulatory complaint and significant market volatility. Regulators in the U.S. ultimately dismissed allegations against Evolution as “baseless” in 2024. Unveiling Playtech’s Covert Operations A legal proceeding in New Jersey has exposed that Playtech, a key player in gambling software, directed more than £1.8 million ($2.4 million) in payments to the private intelligence firm Black Cube…

Key Moments: Brian Armstrong’s closing statement during Coinbase’s Q3 call activated payouts in a live $84,000 mention market on Kalshi and Polymarket Coinbase prohibits employee participation in related prediction markets and described the incident as “lighthearted and offhand” Regulatory uncertainty and ethical concerns surge as prediction markets attract greater scrutiny amid rapid growth CEO’s Closing Remarks Trigger Surprise Market Shake-Up Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong created unexpected disruption during the company’s third-quarter earnings call when he closed by stating: “Bitcoin, Ethereum, blockchain, staking, and Web3.” What seemed like a simple list…

Key Moments: The Social Market Foundation (SMF) has reported that approximately one-third of all Adult Gaming Centers (AGCs) are situated in the UK’s most economically disadvantaged 10% of neighborhoods. The number of AGCs nationwide increased by 7% between 2022 and 2024, with significant clustering in deprived areas. The SMF has outlined six policy recommendations aimed at strengthening local regulation, including removing the “aim to permit” rule and increasing council powers. Concerns Over AGC Distribution in Deprived Communities A recent report by the Social Market Foundation (SMF) has brought attention to…

Key Moments: The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has unveiled a four-point action plan focused on enhancing sports betting safeguards. Recent investigations into insider betting involving NBA participants prompted the new regulatory measures. The MGCB now requires sportsbooks to improve integrity monitoring and to reassess controls on high-risk prop bets. Regulatory Response to NBA Betting Controversy Following an alleged insider betting scheme tied to current and former NBA athletes and at least one coach, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has responded with a comprehensive strategy to reinforce integrity within…

Key Moments: The UK Treasury has reportedly abandoned its plan to combine three gambling taxes into a single Remote Betting and Gaming Tax. Industry groups, especially the British Horseracing Authority, warned the merger could negatively impact horse racing revenues. The autumn budget, scheduled for November 26, is anticipated to propose further tax increases for other gambling duties. Government Retreats from Tax Consolidation The UK Treasury has reportedly decided to abandon proposals to merge the Remote Gaming Duty (21%), General Betting Duty, and Pool Betting Duty into a unified Remote Betting…

Key Moments: BOYLE Casino has implemented ThrillTech’s ThrillPots™ across its UK and Ireland platforms The partnership introduces player-funded, opt-in jackpot features designed to increase engagement and revenue Further launches into additional regulated markets are scheduled for 2026 Strategic Integration to Boost Engagement BOYLE Casino, the digital gaming brand from BOYLE Sports, has enhanced its portfolio by collaborating with B2B jackpot provider ThrillTech. Through this agreement, the flagship ThrillPots™ solution has been added to both the casino’s gaming and sportsbook platforms, offering players new player-funded, side-bet jackpots. Live Rollout in the…

Key Moments: FIRST – Best in Sports has established a long-term partnership with Pixbet to deliver a localized sportsbook solution in Brazil’s newly regulated market. FIRST’s platform offers native Portuguese interfaces, real-time PIX payments, and odds models tailored specifically to Brazilian football leagues. Pixbet has reported increased player engagement and a shift from casino to sports betting following the integration of FIRST’s technology. Strategic Alliance Targets Regulated Brazilian Market FIRST – Best in Sports, a prominent provider of integrated sportsbook technology, has formed a long-term partnership with Pixbet, one of…