In a noteworthy move last year, SBC announced the relocation of its flagship event to Lisbon. However, beyond the focus on the move, the real narrative unfolds in the transformative changes that come with this shift in location. Set against the backdrop of Feira Internacional de Lisboa, SBC Summit, scheduled for the 24-26 of September definitely takes on a fresh …
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SRIJ Portugal sees 40% increase in gambling self exclusions
Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos (SRIJ), The Gambling Authority of Portugal has reported that online self-exclusion registrants reached 215,000 in the fourth quarter of 2023. The agency noted that while online gaming gross revenue improved year-over-year by over 16 per cent, land-based gaming revenue dropped by almost four per cent. Publishing data for Q4, the SRIJ declared a 16.4 per …
Read More »Luis Figo becomes latest brand ambassador of LeBull
Portuguese online betting platform LeBull has announced that Luis Figo has become its latest brand ambassador. After receiving support from Digitain, LeBull began operating in the Portuguese betting market in 2023. The company holds the 27th and 28th licences granted by the Gaming Regulation and Inspection Services (SRIJ) Looking to establish itself in the country, LeBull has signed the ex-footballer …
Read More »GiG powers Betway launch in Portugal
Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has powered the launch of Betway’s new online sportsbook platform in Portugal. Launched under the domain of Betway.pt, GiG secures its second Portuguese market partnership, following its debut as the principal iGaming platform supplier of the Spanish incumbent, GoldenPark. Betway underscored the significance of its debut in Portugal as a key target market, which recorded online …
Read More »SRIJ: Portugal’s gambling maintains record-breaking streak in 2023
Portugal’s Gaming Regulation and Inspection Service (SRIJ) – part of the National Tourism Authority which governs gambling activity – has published its latest quarterly report on the developments in the country’s betting and gaming industry. Online betting and gaming A detailed look into Portugal’s online betting and gaming market highlights that all 17 entities currently authorised to carry out relevant …
Read More »Digitain to ‘navigate the maze’ of growing Portuguese market for LeBull
LeBull.pt has selected Digitain to power its sportsbook in the Portuguese market. The Yerevan-headquartered provider is supporting LeBull’s entry Portugal’s online betting and gaming market as revenue in the country continues to grow, reaching all-time highs in Q1 2023. Vardges Vardanyan, Founder of Digitain, explained: “Portugal is a growing regulated market, and we are delighted to work with the management …
Read More »Tiago Pereira: LeBull.pt challenger vision for Portugal
Amid looming consolidation across Western European betting markets, Portugal stands out as a fresh market for online sportsbook competition. SBC taps into the expertise of Tiago Pereira, market lead for LeBull.pt, who cites bright prospects for new challengers in the Portuguese arena. SBC: Hi Tiago, thanks for this interview. Having worked for Betano and Entain, you are a seasoned executive …
Read More »SRIJ commands specific rules on Crash games for Portuguese market
Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos (SRIJ) – the Gambling Inspectorate of Portugal – has published specific requirements (instructions) for operators to provide ‘Loot’ or ‘Crash’ type games. Authorised by Tourismo de Portugal, the government department which governs gambling activities, SRIJ is required to collect a ‘financial summary’ from all licensees offering Loot or Crash type games. The development …
Read More »Betclic first to launch Gaming Realms portfolio in Portugal
Gaming Realms has introduced its gaming portfolio to players in Portugal following a partnership with operator Betclic. The developer has lauded the market entry as an important step in its expansion plans as the company sets out to gain a stronger foothold in regulated and established European markets. Betclic is a well established operator in Portugal, which Gaming Realms can …
Read More »Betclic double-digit growth helps FL raise 2023 targets
FL Entertainment has raised its full-year 2023 EBITDA guidance to €750m, as the Amsterdam Euronext media conglomerate benefits from M&A expansion and the enhanced performance of its betting and gaming business. Publishing its H1 Interim trading results, FL, the parent company of Betclic and majority shareholder of Bet-at-Home AG, reported corporate revenues of €1.92bn, marking a 6.8% year-on-year increase on …
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