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Johnny Walker becomes the face of aviator crash game

Johnny Walker becomes the face of aviator crash game

Brazilian UFC light heavyweight fighter Johnny Walker has now become a key figure in the marketing strategies of iGaming developer Spribe. He has officially been announced as the new ambassador of their flagship crash game, Aviator.

2024.06.13

Softswiss lunches mobile application

Softswiss lunches mobile application

Softswiss, a renowned gaming software developer, has taken a significant step in its development by announcing the launch of its first mobile application. The product, designed for the Softswiss sportsbook and aimed at the Primobet brand from N1 Partners, is now available on the AppStore and Google Play.

2024.06.12

Australia has introduced a ban on the use of credit cards for online betting

Australia has introduced a ban on the use of credit cards for online betting

In Australia, the use of credit cards for online betting payments is officially prohibited. The organization Responsible Wagering Australia announced that the new policy is now actively in effect.

2024.06.11

Chinese organizer of Illegal online casino arrested

Chinese organizer of Illegal online casino arrested

37-year-old Wang Yilin, who was on the international wanted list for managing illegal online casinos, was detained by the Philippine immigration service.

2024.06.10

French bettors prepare for record bets on Euro 2024 in Germany

French bettors prepare for record bets on Euro 2024 in Germany

French football fans plan to wager over 1 billion euros on the 2024 European Football Championship in Germany. The French regulatory agency ANJ anticipates a new record for sports betting in the country.

2024.06.07

Biometric authentication for regulating online gambling in Argentina

Biometric authentication for regulating online gambling in Argentina

In Argentina, a groundbreaking proposal by Deputy Veronica Valverde to implement biometric authentication in online gambling is under discussion.

2024.06.06

Indonesia intensifies fight against online gambling with Google's support

Indonesia intensifies fight against online gambling with Google's support

In response to the growing problem of online gambling, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Informatics has initiated a strategic meeting with representatives from Google. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the use of artificial intelligence to detect and block illegal online gambling content.

2024.06.05

Evolution files lawsuit against Light & Wonder for patent infringement on Lightning Roulette game

Evolution files lawsuit against Light & Wonder for patent infringement on Lightning Roulette game

The gaming industry has encountered a new legal precedent as Evolution has accused Light & Wonder of infringing on the commercial rights to its popular game, Lightning Roulette. The lawsuit filed in court alleges that Light & Wonder unlawfully used Evolution's confidential data and technology to create their own versions of the game — RouletteX and PowerX.

2024.06.05

The woman was not paid the jackpot

The woman was not paid the jackpot

On a February evening that promised to be one of the most memorable for a 72-year-old Atlantic City resident, joy suddenly turned into disappointment. While playing the popular Wheel of Fortune slot machine at Bally's Casino, she was surprised to see a message on the screen indicating a $1.27 million win. However, the euphoria quickly faded when casino representatives informed her that the jackpot was the result of a technical error, and offered her just $350 in compensation.

2024.06.03

Increase in gambling tax in Sweden

Increase in gambling tax in Sweden

In Sweden, there is an impending increase in the gambling tax from 18% to 22%, which could lead to a worsening of gambling addiction issues.

2024.05.31

BGaming expands Its horizons

BGaming expands Its horizons

BGaming has successfully launched its operations in the Slovak market by partnering with the national lottery operator TIPOS. This collaboration has allowed BGaming to introduce licensed games such as Alien Fruits, Wild Cash, and Bonanza Billion on the TIPOS platform, strengthening the positions of both companies in the Slovak gambling market.

2024.05.30

Hacksaw Gaming and Panda Bluemoon fined in Sweden

Hacksaw Gaming and Panda Bluemoon fined in Sweden

The Swedish regulator Spelinspektionen has imposed fines on Hacksaw Gaming and Panda Bluemoon for providing games to unlicensed online casinos. 

2024.05.29

Amusnet announces new slot machine featuring legendary footballer

Amusnet announces new slot machine featuring legendary footballer

Amusnet, a renowned Bulgarian online casino software developer, is set to release a slot machine dedicated to the legendary footballer Hristo Stoichkov. Stoichkov, recognized as Bulgaria's most famous and decorated footballer, will be honored by his compatriots through the "Stoichkov #8" slot machine, reflecting his surname and the number under which he became famous throughout much of his career.

2024.05.28

New York appeals court sides with FanDuel Founders in $120 million valuation dispute

New York appeals court sides with FanDuel Founders in $120 million valuation dispute

The New York Appeals Court has ruled in favor of the FanDuel founders, confirming that their company was undervalued during its acquisition by Paddy Power Betfair in 2018. The court's decision marks a significant milestone in the ongoing dispute involving former founders, management, and investors of FanDuel.

2024.05.27

Combating illegal gambling in Australia

Combating illegal gambling in Australia

In Australia, there is active engagement in combating access to illegal gambling. Government agencies are working towards more effective blocking of websites that offer gambling opportunities. Such measures are taken in light of the increasing number of platforms considered illegal by the authorities.

2024.05.24

Brazil introduces new licensing rules for online gambling operators by 2024

Brazil introduces new licensing rules for online gambling operators by 2024

According to SPA/MF nº 827, Brazil is setting licensing requirements for online gambling operators in line with new regulations in the country. Companies, including leading global players previously operating in a "grey" zone, can now apply for a license.

2024.05.23