iGaming

Italy will undertake a sweeping reform of its online gambling laws in 2024, as the government approved the ‘Reorganisation Decree‘ mandate needed to settle long-standing industry conflicts. On Tuesday, the government declared that it had approved the terms of the Reorganisation Decree, as proposed by the Ministry of the Economy and Finance (MEF). The Decree will see Italian gambling undertake …

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a ruling on a Buzz Bingo Group advert which included cartoon Halloween imagery that was “likely to appeal to children”. In challenging whether the ad breached the CAP Code, Buzz Bingo emphasised that the material was featured on its social media page which was restricted to Facebook users aged 18 years and above.  …

Digitain has announced the launch of its new, native applications for iOS and Android devices via Centrivo – the company’s fully-featured igaming platform. The release has promised an ‘unparalleled and immersive’ gaming experience, as the igaming company looks to solidify commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.   Edmond Ghulyan, Group Chief Strategy Officer, and Chief of Centrivo Product Solutions, stated: “We …

A mere eight months ago, Maxim Slobodyanyuk took the helm as the CEO of Atlas-IAC, a cutting-edge igaming platform provider. In an insightful conversation, SBC News delved into his journey in this new leadership role, exploring the challenges encountered alongside his dedicated team, while offering a sneak peek into the strategic initiatives that Atlas-IAC has in store for the upcoming …

Soft2Bet has announced the official launch of its newest brand, Quickcasino.se, in Sweden. Looking to ‘revolutionise’ the igaming industry, the new mobile-driven gaming portal is set to offer a comprehensive platform for businesses to deliver top-tier gaming services. Yoel Zuckerberg, Chief Product Officer of Soft2Bet, commented: “Quickcasino.se represents our commitment to innovation and excellence in the igaming sector.” In detail, …

AvatarUX has appointed Lara Falzon as its new Chief Executive Officer as the games and UX studio prepares for its next phase of enterprise growth. Falzon has significant industry experience and joins AvatarUX from Bragg Gaming Group where she acted as President & COO. Prior to that, she held senior positions with Red Tiger and NetEnt. Falzon will take the helm from …

Sweden will implement its new online gambling amendments from 1 April 2024, strengthening consumer protections and increasing fines for AML infringements. During end-of-year proceedings, the government consolidated all gambling amendments into a specific bill, which was then submitted to the Riksdag (Parliament) for legislative authorization. The bill’s agreed amendments correspond to increasing consumer protections, imposing written requirements for telephone sales, …

Mecca Bingo has bolstered its UK brand coverage by becoming the lead sponsor of ITV’s Loose Women, beginning in January 2024. Broadcast on weekdays from 12:30 to 13:30, Loose Women is the principal daytime panel show of ITV, which attracts an estimated daily audience of 3 million viewers. On air since 1999, Loose Women serves as ITV’s longest-running talk show, …

SBC Correspondent Jake Pollard reports on the power plays of FDJ, as regulatory discussions turn to French gambling’s pending evolution… The Autorité Nationale des Jeux’s (ANJ) recent report into the illegal online casino market in France confirmed previously published estimates of its size, value and exposure to consumers. Yet, the question of its regulation and the possible outcome that Groupe FDJ may …

Glücksspiel (GGL), the Federal Authority of German Gambling, has awarded its “Gambling Advertising Study” to eye square GmbH, a media research group. As announced on 10 August, the GGL published its tender requirements for a “study coordinated with Germany’s 16 federal states,” titled “Gambling advertising on television and on the Internet in the area of conflict between channeling and addiction …