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Key Moments: The ASA’s October 29, 2025 ruling requires that all promotional headlines display the actual qualifying stake at first contact. William Hill’s Marble Race Live ad breached CAP Code rules 3.1 and 3.9 after showing £20 in the headline while setting the qualifying stake at £40 in small print. The regulator emphasized that significant conditions must appear clearly upfront, and deferred disclosure through fine print will not meet compliance standards. Regulatory Changes in Promotional Advertising Standards The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a decisive ruling concerning operator promotions,…

Key Moments: The Curaçao Gaming Authority has launched Version 2.0 of its fee structure under the LOK framework for both B2C and B2B operators. Annual operational fees remain the same, but first-year payments are now split into two six-month billing periods, with strict payment deadlines. Sector oversight responsibilities will shift from the Ministry of Finance to the Ministry of Justice, effective 19 August 2025. Revised Fee Processes Under LOK Regulation The Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) has introduced Version 2.0 of its fee schedule in accordance with the National Ordinance on…

Key Moments: AskGamblers Casino Complaint Service returned $2,813,351 to players between July 1 and September 30, 2025 AGCCS handled 3,881 complaints, involving 960 operators and affiliates in Q3 2025 The service resolved a record 1,013 complaints, including sports betting cases totaling $53,633 in returned funds Strong Performance and Player Restitutions The AskGamblers Casino Complaint Service (AGCCS) reported a notable third quarter in 2025, supporting users in reclaiming more than $2.8 million from online casinos and sportsbooks. Covering the period from July 1 to September 30, the latest data reveals that…

Key Moments: The Córdoba Lottery has entered into a cooperation pact with the Provincial Ministry of Security, EPEC, and Bancor to address cybercrime and illegal gambling. This agreement was formalized at the 1st International Congress and Training Córdoba Cybersecurity 2025, emphasizing digital safety in Argentina’s gaming industries. New programs for training and collaboration are planned to boost investigation and raise cybersecurity standards across the province. Joint Efforts to Address Evolving Digital Threats The Córdoba Lottery, along with EPEC and Bancor, has forged a new partnership with the Provincial Ministry of…

Key Moments: ENJOY has partnered with Groove Technologies to accelerate its international growth and broaden distribution. ENJOY’s portfolio, including recent titles and Live Game Shows, is set to be available across Groove’s operator network. Groove Technologies and ENJOY expect enhanced exposure and stronger positioning among tier-one operators as a result of this agreement. Strategic Partnership Overview On 3 November 2025, ENJOY, an emerging game studio, revealed a new alliance with Groove Technologies, a major aggregation platform provider. This collaboration is designed to increase ENJOY’s presence in global markets by integrating…

Key Moments: Virginia sportsbooks reported $64.5 million in adjusted gross revenue in September 2025, a 2.1% decrease year-over-year Total betting handle reached $737.2 million, up 18.5% from September of the previous year Operators contributed $9.4 million to the General Fund and $241,700 for problem gambling initiatives September 2025 Figures: Revenue Falls While Bets Surge The latest report from the Virginia Lottery revealed that, despite achieving a record-high handle of $737.2 million in September 2025, sportsbooks in the state experienced a 2.1% decline in adjusted gross revenue (AGR) compared to the…

Key Moments: Members of Zimbabwe’s parliament have called for more stringent gambling regulations, citing outdated laws. Political divisions persist as parties propose differing approaches to restrict advertising and enforce reforms. Labor rights and offshore financial flows in the gambling sector remain central concerns fueling demands for change. Growing Calls for Regulation and Accountability The Zimbabwean government is facing mounting criticism from opposition parties and parliament members, who argue that the existing gambling framework primarily advantages foreign operators while offering little protection to local communities and workers. Parliamentary debates intensified after…

Key Moments: The Malta Gaming Authority assessed betting on Maltese football from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024, studying 60 licensed operators. Operators reported the top stakes for a single licensee exceeded €800,000 ($923,000), with some facing negative revenue on local football markets. The MGA highlighted the importance of monitoring cross-border betting and bolstering automated fraud detection to uphold integrity. Insights from the Annual Review The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has released a comprehensive review analyzing betting patterns within domestic Maltese football, reflecting the organization’s commitment to integrity and…

Key Moments: BC.GAME CIS introduced Evgeniy Savin (KRASAVA) as Brand Ambassador for the CIS region KRASAVA is set to drive creator-led content and community-focused initiatives for football fans New partnership aims to deliver authentic, multilingual content around major football events KRASAVA Joins BC.GAME CIS as Brand Ambassador BC.GAME CIS has officially welcomed Evgeniy Savin, known to fans as KRASAVA, as its new Brand Ambassador representing the CIS region. Recognized as a former football forward, creator, club founder, and storyteller, KRASAVA is positioned to bridge football culture and fans through original…

Key Moments: Million Games has obtained a commercial online gaming license from the Swedish Gaming Authority (Spelinspektionen) The company plans to certify its game titles and partner with Swedish operators and aggregators Million Games will present new releases and future plans at ICE Barcelona 2026 at Stand 2C72 Official Approval from Swedish Gaming Authority Million Games has been granted a commercial online gaming license by the Swedish Gaming Authority (Spelinspektionen), marking a significant advance in its expansion into regulated markets. The company views this achievement as a turning point, arriving…