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Gambling Commission pushes back deposit limit deadline to September 2026

The Gambling Commission has given online operators an extra three months to introduce mandatory gross deposit limits, while also opening a call for ideas to cut regulatory burden.

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iGP Teams Up With BetComply on Regulated Market Expansion

iGaming platform and lottery provider iGP has partnered with compliance consultancy BetComply to support its push into regulated markets.

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Firesand secures fourth ISO/IEC 27001 certification renewal

iGaming security specialist Firesand has renewed its ISO/IEC 27001 information security certification for the fourth consecutive time.

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Spribe secures UK injunction against Aviator LLC over crash game copycat

The UK High Court has granted Spribe an interim injunction stopping Georgian firm Aviator LLC from launching or marketing a rival game under the Aviator name in Britain.

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3 Oaks Gaming granted recognition notice by Malta Gaming Authority

iGaming content distributor 3 Oaks Gaming has received a recognition notice from the Malta Gaming Authority, opening the door to supplying licensed operators in Malta.

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Genius Sports Secures Exclusive Betting Data Rights and GeniusIQ Deal with European Leagues

Genius Sports has agreed a multi-year partnership with the European Leagues Association covering exclusive betting data rights and deployment of its GeniusIQ AI platform across thousands of matches.

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Codere Online posts modest revenue growth in Q2 despite currency headwinds

The Nasdaq-listed operator reported a 1% rise in net gaming revenue for the second quarter, driven by strong growth in Mexico, while reiterating its full-year 2025 guidance.

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Winchester family claim £175k losses after holiday park scraps promised facilities

A Hampshire couple say misleading sales promises and the removal of key leisure facilities at a Torquay holiday park have left them £175,000 out of pocket over three years, according to consumer claims firm European Consumer Claims.

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AvatarUX secures Brazilian gaming licence ahead of market launch

Slots studio AvatarUX has been awarded a licence by Brazil's Secretaria de Prêmios e Apostas, allowing it to supply operators in the newly regulated market.

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TaDa Gaming obtains UKGC licence, targets UK expansion

Slots and casino games supplier TaDa Gaming has been granted a UK Gambling Commission licence and plans to showcase its portfolio at iGB L!VE 2025.

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Xpoint to supply geolocation technology to High 5 Casino

Geolocation compliance specialist Xpoint has partnered with social casino operator High 5 Casino to integrate its location verification technology across the operator's North American platform.

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Play'n GO to join G7, G20 and UN talks on gambling policy

The casino games supplier will take part in a new three-part global forum on responsible gaming, starting with the G7 Leaders' Summit in Calgary this week.

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Bedworth couple left £45,000 out of pocket over Haven caravan purchase

A retired lorry driver and his wife say ground rent, site fees and poor site management turned their Haven Holidays caravan purchase into a costly ordeal, prompting them to seek help from a consumer claims firm.

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European Consumer Claims: Timeshare Compensation Cases Now Averaging 18 Months

Claims management firm European Consumer Claims says timeshare compensation cases in Spain currently take around 18 months on average, with holdout operators running out of legal delay tactics.

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Timeshare claims still averaging 18 months, says European Consumer Claims

European Consumer Claims has outlined typical timescales for Spanish timeshare compensation claims, warning that some operators continue to delay proceedings despite dwindling legal options.

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Altenar secures ISO 27001:2022 recertification

Sportsbook and iGaming software supplier Altenar has renewed its ISO 27001 certification under the 2022 standard, expanding its scope to cover new regions and a recently formed entity.

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Codere Online posts 8% net gaming revenue rise in Q1 2025 as Mexico growth offsets Spain dip

Codere Online has reported first-quarter 2025 net gaming revenue of €57.0 million, up 8% year on year, driven by strong growth in Mexico, though the company swung to a small net loss and faces a possible Nasdaq delisting notice over delayed annual filings.

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Agreegain secures Isle of Man software supplier licence

Casino aggregation provider Agreegain has been granted a software supplier licence by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission, a Tier One accreditation.

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3 Oaks Gaming achieves ISO 27001 certification amid global expansion

iGaming content distributor 3 Oaks Gaming has been awarded ISO 27001 certification, underlining its data security and compliance credentials as it grows in regulated markets.

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Altenar secures virtual sports certification in Brazil

Sportsbook technology provider Altenar has obtained certification to offer sportsbook and RGS products, including virtual sports, in Brazil's regulated market.

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AvatarUX secures Romanian licence ahead of market debut

Slots studio AvatarUX has been awarded a Class II gaming licence by Romania's National Gaming Office (ONJN), paving the way for its games to launch in the country.

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Games Global named Trusted Partner by Tipico in Germany

Tipico has certified Games Global as one of the first suppliers under a new quality initiative designed to back operators and providers committed solely to Germany's regulated market.

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Blueprint Gaming enters Swiss market via Swiss Casinos deal

UK slots developer Blueprint Gaming has agreed a partnership with Swiss Casinos, marking its entry into the regulated Swiss iGaming market.

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Apex Group to provide ETP servicing for WisdomTree in Jersey and Ireland

WisdomTree has appointed Apex Group to handle management company, corporate and exchange traded product servicing for its issuers in Jersey and Ireland.

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Splash Tech secures MGA licence to enter real-money jackpots market

Splash Tech has been granted a B2B Critical Gaming Supply Licence by the Malta Gaming Authority, allowing the free-to-play specialist to launch real-money jackpot products for the first time.

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Xpoint named geolocation partner for UAE Lottery

Xpoint has been appointed as geolocation vendor for The UAE Lottery, operated by The Game LLC, to support regulatory compliance across the country's lottery operations.

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BetGames secures full certification for Brazilian market

BetGames has obtained certification for its full games portfolio in Brazil, clearing the way for live dealer and RNG titles to launch in the regulated market.

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OpenBet Completes Management Buyout from Endeavor

Betting and gaming technology supplier OpenBet has been sold by Endeavor Group Holdings to OB Global Holdings in a management buyout backed by Ariel Emanuel, with chief executive Jordan Levin remaining in charge.

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3 Oaks Gaming secures Brazilian certification for slots portfolio

The iGaming content distributor has certified its remote gaming system, RNG and a range of slot titles for Brazil's newly regulated market.

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Evoplay secures Ontario licence, enters Canadian market

Game studio Evoplay has been granted a supplier licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, allowing it to offer its content to the province's regulated operators.

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Habanero secures Danish licence, expanding European footprint

Slots and table games supplier Habanero has been granted a licence in Denmark, its third new market approval this year following Greece and Brazil.

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Relax Gaming enters Brazil and Peru as part of LatAm push

The iGaming aggregator has gone live in two new Latin American markets, supplying operators including Bet365, Paddy Power Betfair and Betsson.

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Hong Kong Jockey Club to propose regulated basketball betting

The Hong Kong Jockey Club has confirmed it will submit a formal proposal to introduce regulated basketball betting after the Hong Kong government invited it to do so in its 2025-26 Budget.

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Signicat and Strise Partner on Combined KYC and AML Compliance Platform

Digital identity specialist Signicat has teamed up with AML automation firm Strise to launch an integrated solution covering customer verification and anti-money laundering compliance.

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RubyPlay secures Ontario licence to grow North American footprint

B2B slots supplier RubyPlay has been granted an online gaming licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, extending its reach into Canada's regulated market.

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Deepfake fraud attempts surge 2137% in three years, Signicat research finds

A new report from digital identity firm Signicat shows AI-generated deepfakes have become the most common form of digital identity fraud facing financial and payment firms, with implications for sectors including gambling that rely on KYC checks.

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Codere Online posts 5% Q4 revenue growth, unveils 2025 outlook and buyback plan

Codere Online has reported fourth-quarter 2024 net gaming revenue of €52.6m, returned to profitability for the year and announced plans for a share buyback alongside its 2025 financial guidance.

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3 Oaks Gaming secures manufacturer licence in Greece

iGaming content distributor 3 Oaks Gaming has been awarded a manufacturer licence by the Hellenic Gaming Commission, allowing it to supply its slot portfolio to operators in the regulated Greek market.

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Codere Online Wins Nasdaq Listing Reprieve, Sets Q4 Results Date

Codere Online has been granted an extension by Nasdaq to file its delayed 2023 annual report and will report fourth-quarter 2024 earnings on 20 February.

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Spribe Vows to Fight IP Infringement Claims Over Aviator Crash Game

Games studio Spribe says it will defend its intellectual property rights after a Georgian company disputed use of the Aviator logo and allegedly launched a copycat version of the title.

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Playson secures Brazil entry with licence and operator tie-ups

Playson has entered the newly regulated Brazilian iGaming market after gaining approval from the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets, expanding its content through several licensed operators.

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3 Oaks Gaming secures Romania certification for over 50 slot titles

iGaming content distributor 3 Oaks Gaming has received approval from Romania's National Gaming Office, clearing the way for entry into the regulated market.

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Altenar wins platform provider approval in Peru

Sportsbook technology supplier Altenar has been certified as a technological platform provider in Peru, extending its regulated footprint in Latin America.

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3 Oaks Gaming wins UKGC certification for slot portfolio

Slot distributor 3 Oaks Gaming has had more than 50 titles certified by the UK Gambling Commission, bringing it closer to launching in the UK market.

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Habanero secures Greek licence in fresh market push

Slots and table games supplier Habanero has been granted a licence to operate in Greece, marking its second new market entry of 2025 after Brazil.

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Signicat report warns of widening gap in AI fraud defences

A new report from digital identity firm Signicat finds most financial institutions are yet to deploy AI-driven fraud prevention despite rising awareness of the threat.

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Habanero secures licence to enter Brazil's regulated market

Slots and table games supplier Habanero has obtained a licence to operate in Brazil, marking its formal entry into the country's newly regulated iGaming sector.

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Yggdrasil secures Danish B2B licence from Spillemyndigheden

Yggdrasil has been granted a new business-to-business licence by the Danish Gambling Authority, allowing it to keep supplying content to locally licensed operators until 2029.

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Illegal Roblox Casinos Exploit Children, Sky News Investigation Finds

A Sky News investigation has revealed how unlicensed gambling operators are using the Roblox platform to lure children into betting with in-game currency, prompting calls for greater parental and regulatory vigilance, according to Casinos Blockchain.

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Altenar granted Danish B2B supplier licence

Sportsbook software provider Altenar has received a five-year B2B supplier licence from the Danish Gambling Authority, allowing it to work with operators in the regulated market.

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Evoplay clears RNG validation as it targets Brazilian market entry

Game studio Evoplay has validated its Random Number Generator against Brazilian technical standards and secured its first game certifications, paving the way for a formal market launch.

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EvenBet Gaming report finds regulation and expansion topping industry concerns in 2024

A new report from EvenBet Gaming, based on more than 350 industry surveys, identifies regulatory compliance, market competition and expansion as the dominant themes for iGaming operators and suppliers last year.

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Altenar secures National Manufacturer licence in South Africa

Sportsbook and iGaming software provider Altenar has been licensed by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board, paving the way for its entry into the South African market.

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Smartico teams up with BetComply to ease expansion into regulated markets

CRM and gamification provider Smartico.ai has struck a partnership with compliance specialist BetComply to support its entry into regulated gambling jurisdictions.

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Omnigame secures Danish B2B licence ahead of 2025 regulatory changes

Danish game studio and operator Omnigame has become one of the first companies to receive a B2B licence from the Danish Gambling Authority, ahead of new legislation taking effect in January 2025.

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Habanero secures Peru supplier licence

Slots and table games provider Habanero has been granted authorised service provider status in Peru, extending its Latin American footprint.

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Thunderkick renews Danish B2B licence to 2029

Independent slots studio Thunderkick has been granted a new B2B supplier licence by the Danish Gambling Authority, securing its route to market in Denmark for the next five years.

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BGaming secures B2B supplier licence in Peru

iGaming content provider BGaming has been granted a supplier licence by Peruvian regulator Mincetur, extending its footprint in Latin America.

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Codere Online posts 20% revenue growth in Q3 2024 amid Nasdaq delisting fight

The Spain and Latin America-focused operator reported strong quarterly growth in Mexico and Spain even as it battles a Nasdaq delisting notice tied to delayed annual filings.

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Signicat Teams Up With AsiaVerify to Boost APAC Identity Verification

Digital identity specialist Signicat has partnered with AsiaVerify to expand its cross-border verification and compliance capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region.

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Greentube goes live in Connecticut with first customer

NOVOMATIC's Greentube division has launched its games portfolio in Connecticut, extending its North American footprint after securing a state licence in early 2023.

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Games Global signs three-year climate risk deal with Floodlight Software

Games Global has entered a three-year partnership with Floodlight Software to carry out climate risk assessments across its asset portfolio.

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Endeavor to Offload OpenBet and IMG ARENA in Management Buyout

Endeavor Group Holdings has agreed to sell its OpenBet and IMG ARENA businesses to OB Global Holdings in a management-led buyout backed by Ariel Emanuel, valued at roughly $450 million.

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Xpoint Wins Federal Appeal in Patent Dispute with GeoComply

The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has upheld the dismissal of GeoComply's patent infringement claims against geolocation rival Xpoint.

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Kiron Interactive achieves ISO 27001 certification for data security

Virtual sports and casino content supplier Kiron Interactive has been awarded the ISO IEC 27001 certification, confirming its information security management meets international standards.

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iGaming AFRIKA chief calls for tech and regulatory overhaul in African betting market

Speaking to SportsBoom after the SBC Summit in Lisbon, iGaming AFRIKA chief executive Jeremiah Maangi has set out how blockchain, mobile money and centralised regulation could reshape Africa's sports betting sector.

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Four Winds Casinos to deploy Neccton player protection tech via OpenBet

Four Winds Casinos has selected OpenBet to provide Neccton-powered responsible gambling and anti-money laundering software across its Midwest properties.

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Relax Gaming enters Switzerland via Grand Casino Luzern tie-up

Relax Gaming has launched in Switzerland after partnering with Grand Casino Luzern, making its content available through the operator's mycasino platform.

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OpenBet white paper maps route to success in Brazil's regulated betting market

OpenBet has released a white paper outlining the strategies operators need to succeed in Brazil's regulated online betting and gaming sector as the market heads towards significant growth by 2029.

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LEON enters African market with Tanzania launch

Operator LEON has secured licences to offer casino and sports betting services in Tanzania, marking its first move into Africa.

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B.C. Crypto Trading Firm Accused of Defrauding Customers of $13M

A B.C. Securities Commission investigation has claimed that a crypto trading platform misappropriated one third of its clients' assets.

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Finnish Government Urged to Sell Veikkaus Monopoly Stake Amid Conflict of Interest Concerns

Local expert Jari Vähänen has advised the Finnish government to divest its ownership in Veikkaus, the state-owned betting monopoly, ahead of the legalisation of the country's onlin

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