IGaming Express (2024)

01/03/2024

🆕 Champion, the game studio renowned for captivating the Eastern European gaming markets, has embarked on a strategic partnership with First Look Games, aiming to amplify the visibility and appeal of its gaming portfolio.

This collaboration signifies a pivotal step for Champion as it ventures into broader horizons, leveraging First Look Games’ cutting-edge platform to…

01/03/2024

🎙️During the ICE trade show in London, we had the opportunity to talk with Ivo Valenta, the founder of the Synot Group. Ivo Valenta shared insights on what determined the group’s success, its successful business transformation, and future plans.

You’ve been in the industry for a long time, and since the founding of Synot, a lot has changed. How do you view…

29/02/2024

📈 Lottomatica Group’s CEO, Guglielmo Angelozzi, has outlined ambitious plans to “strengthen its leadership” in pivotal market segments, following a remarkable 12% increase in full-year revenue, amounting to €1.63 billion.

The gaming giant is particularly focused on enhancing its Online and Sports Franchise units, which have seen significant revenue upticks…

29/02/2024

🇫🇮 The Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) in Finland has raised concerns over the increasing prevalence of problem gambling, despite a noticeable decline in the overall gambling population.

According to a recent THL survey, 4.2 percent of respondents, equating to over 150,000 individuals, admitted to suffering from problem gambling…

29/02/2024

🇳🇱 The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gaming authority, has imposed a record fine of nearly €19.7 million on Gammix Limited for operating online gambling services in the Netherlands without a license.

This historic penalty follows a previous enforcement action in July 2022, where Gammix was subjected to a €4.4 million coercive sum. Unprecedented…

29/02/2024

🆕 Josh Swissman, the Founding Partner of GMA Consulting, has been reappointed as the Education Chair for the upcoming G2E 2024, underscoring his commitment to elevating industry standards through comprehensive educational initiatives.

Set to take place from October 7-10, 2024, at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, G2E 2024 aims to foster…

29/02/2024

🆕 The Star Entertainment Group has unveiled its financial results for the first half of the fiscal year 2024 (H1 FY24), showcasing revenue and earnings that align with the previous quarter’s performance and the projections shared during the Annual General Meeting.

The group reported a normalised EBITDA of $114 million and a net profit after tax (before significant items) of $25 million, with…

29/02/2024

🆕 Aristocrat Leisure Ltd has announced the appointment of Matthew Primmer as the company’s Chief Product Officer, marking a significant step in its ongoing leadership and product strategy development.

Primmer, a seasoned professional with extensive experience within Aristocrat and the broader gaming industry, will report directly to CEO & Managing…

29/02/2024

📈Codere Online, a prominent online gaming operator in Spain and Latin America, has reported a significant revenue increase of 32% in the fourth quarter of 2023, reaching €46.9m.

This growth is attributed to strong performances in key markets, with Mexico’s revenue soaring by 54% and Spain’s by 17%…

29/02/2024

🇳🇱 The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), the Dutch gaming authority, has unveiled its 2023 match-fixing report, revealing a notable decline in the number of suspicious sports competitions reported by operators.

The report shows a steep 85% reduction in reported incidents, dropping from 40 in the previous year to just six in…

29/02/2024

🆕 ESA Gaming, a pioneer in the iGaming industry, has recently announced the successful integration of Stakelogic, a renowned casino game developer, into its Game Aggregator System (GAS).

This collaboration brings over 250 of Stakelogic’s captivating slots, known for their innovative designs and unique gameplay, to ESA Gaming’s…

29/02/2024

❗️International Game Technology (IGT) has revealed plans to separate its Global Gaming and PlayDigital segments and merge them with Everi Holdings, a renowned gaming machine manufacturer, in a transformative deal valued at $6.2 billion, inclusive of debt.

This strategic realignment is poised to streamline IGT into a specialized global lottery entity, distinguishing its diverse portfolio that spans land-based…

29/02/2024

🆕 Golden Whale Productions, renowned for pioneering the first real-time machine-learning platform in the gaming industry, is now extending its groundbreaking technology to leading RGS and game suppliers.

Through an exclusive early access program, game studios are empowered to harness the power of data and machine learning (ML)…

29/02/2024

🇧🇪 betFIRST, a distinguished online casino and sports betting brand under the Betsson Group umbrella in Belgium, has forged a significant partnership with the sought-after live casino content provider, Stakelogic Live.

This collaboration marks a pivotal enhancement of betFIRST’s live casino segment, granting full access to Stakelogic Live’s extensive portfolio of live…

29/02/2024

🆕 Sportingtech, a leading full-service betting and gaming platform provider, has announced a strategic partnership with the dynamic iGaming development studio RubyPlay, marking a significant enhancement to its vast gaming library.

This collaboration will see RubyPlay’s engaging slot game collection, known for its creativity and innovation, integrated into Sportingtech’s platform, which…

29/02/2024

🆕 NorthStar Gaming is poised to elevate its Sports Insights content throughout 2024, introducing an array of new features, designs, stats, and a more intuitive user experience.

As a standout offering in the online gaming landscape, NorthStar’s Sports Insights is renowned for its in-depth analysis, betting strategies, and…

29/02/2024

📊 The Directorate General of Gambling Regulation (DGOJ) has unveiled the final gaming revenue figures for the fourth quarter of 2023, revealing a consistent upward trajectory in the industry’s financial performance.

With a total Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) of €315.29 million, the sector witnessed a 3.63% increase from the previous quarter and a modest…

29/02/2024

🇬🇧 In the wake of a recent parliamentary debate on the impact of affordability checks on British racing, BHA Chief Executive Julie Harrington has articulated the organization’s stance, emphasizing the critical importance of this issue for the sport.

The debate, which saw a significant turnout in Westminster Hall, allowed MPs to delve into the Government’s proposals, highlighting the need…

29/02/2024

🇧🇬 Hacksaw Gaming, a rapidly emerging name in the European iGaming scene, has announced its exciting launch on 8888.bg, a leading online casino site operated by Top Bet Ltd.

This strategic partnership marks a significant step in Hacksaw Gaming’s expansion efforts across regulated markets, with Bulgaria being identified as a key…

29/02/2024

🇩🇪 During the recent Lotto-Talk im Turm event in Berlin, the German State Treaty on Gambling (Glücksspielstaatsvertrag – GGL) called for a reevaluation of the proposed amendments to the criminal law concerning illegal gambling.

Ronald Benter, board member of the GGL, highlighted the challenges and successes the authority has faced, emphasizing the potential loss…

29/02/2024

🇬🇧 In a strategic meeting last week, Bacta, the leading trade association for the UK’s amusement and gaming machine industry, engaged with a trio of Labour Party General Election candidates to discuss critical tourism-related issues impacting the sector.

George McGregor, Bacta’s executive director for government relations, regulatory affairs, and communications, represented the association in discussions with Labour candidates…

29/02/2024

🇱🇰 In a significant development within the gaming sector, Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance has unveiled a revised fee structure for casino licenses, a move spurred by the submission of ten new casino applications.

State Minister of Finance, Ranjith Siyambalapitiya, detailed the updated fees, signaling a substantial financial commitment for both existing and prospective casino…

29/02/2024

🇩🇰 In a landmark legal victory, the Danish Gambling Authority (DGA) has successfully secured a court order in Næstved to block 83 websites engaged in illegal gambling operations within Denmark.

This move marks the 10th instance where the DGA has taken legal action to curb unauthorized online gambling, highlighting its…

29/02/2024

🆕 In an exciting development for the horse racing industry, German Tote, the esteemed betting operator, has announced a strategic partnership with Total Performance Data (TPD), the global frontrunner in live horse racing data provision.

This collaboration is set to revolutionize the way race tracking and data monetization are approached across Germany’s 19 thoroughbred racecourses,…

28/02/2024

In a significant development for the gambling industry, Department of Trust (dotrust.co.uk), an award-winning provider known for its comprehensive financial risk assessments aimed at promoting safer gambling practices, has been officially recognized by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as a Registered Account Information Service Provider (RAISP).

This accreditation, under the Payment Services Regulations 2017, not only underscores the company’s commitment to fostering a secure gambling environment but…

28/02/2024

🆕 R. Franco Digital, Spain’s premier iGaming provider, has broadened its global footprint by incorporating a diverse array of new games into Games Global’s esteemed gaming distribution platform.

This pivotal alliance enables R. Franco Digital to present an enriched selection of gaming titles to casino operators worldwide, enhancing…

28/02/2024

🆕 NuxGame, known for its innovative betting and iGaming solutions, has taken a significant step forward by partnering with Jumio, a leader in digital identity verification.

This collaboration integrates Jumio’s state-of-the-art AI-powered Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti Money Laundering (AML) verification processes into NuxGame’s platform,…

28/02/2024

🆕 SIS (Sports Information Services) has taken a significant leap forward in the esports betting market through a strategic partnership with EveryMatrix.

This collaboration will see SIS’s Competitive Gaming suite, featuring over 150,000 live events annually, integrated into the OddsMatrix platform, enriching…

28/02/2024

🇬🇧 Jogo Global, a renowned mobile and land-based platform provider and game content developer, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with ITV Studios.

This collaboration grants Jogo Global exclusive access to an array of intellectual properties from some of ITV Studios’ most celebrated…

28/02/2024

🆕 Solitics has taken a significant leap in enhancing user engagement within the online gaming industry by introducing a cutting-edge Gamification Module, featuring innovative Gamification Widgets.

Elevating Player Experience through Customization The Gamification Widgets, the inaugural feature of the Gamification Module, enables operators to design and…

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