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UK broadcasting regulator Ofcom has recognised an improvement in Twitch’s accuracy in labelling mature content after reviewing the streaming platform’s classification guidelines. In June 2023, Twitch updated its content classification guidelines due to a rise in content aimed at mature audiences, including gambling streams. The platform now requires streamers to apply content classification labels that indicate the presence of mature …

Twitch has rolled out a series of new features to provide viewers with greater control over adult content viewed on the live streaming platform. New features protecting audiences were announced on 21 May, via an update titled “We’re giving viewers more control over their Twitch experience.” “We believe Twitch should be a welcoming place for everyone and recognise that content …

Twitch, the live streaming platform of Amazon, has come under scrutiny in Sweden following a private investigation which uncovered widespread advertising of unlicensed online casinos. As exposed by Kulturnyheterna, the investigative team of Sveriges Television AB (SVT), a six-week investigation revealed that “eight out of ten Swedish influencers on Twitch had promoted unlicensed casinos to their audiences.” Swedish media were …

SBC’s Affiliate Leaders caught up with Edoardo Ganetti, Director of SEO at Gambling.com, ahead of his participation at the CasinoBeats Summit to discuss some of the key talking points during the SEO Chatshow titled ‘E-E-A-T and AI: frenemies or not?’, where he will appear as one of the speakers. The conversation encompassed a range of topics, delving into the correlation …

AGCOM, the Media and Communications Authority of Italy, has imposed fines of €2.25mand €900,000 on Google and Twitch, respectively, for violating the advertising laws of the Dignity Decree. The penalties were announced on 12 December and levied against the US tech giant’s European subsidiaries: Google Ireland Ltd and Twitch Interactive Germany. In its filing, AGCOM disclosed that it had initiated …

Twitch has updated its ‘community guidelines’, informing streamers that it will no longer allow the promotion or sponsorship of skin gambling sites on its live streaming platform. The decision sees Twitch continue to tighten rules on promoting gambling-related content, which saw the company initially revise its marketing rules last summer in light of streamers promoting unlicensed casino content. Updating its …

Iain Hutchison, Chief Revenue Officer of sportsbook software and igaming platform provider Digitain, shares some insights into the ways in which technology is being harnessed to best effect by the sports betting sector. Among the topics for discussion are its impact on content, regulation and the user experience. ____________________ SBC: Rarely does a day go by when the news does …

Dan Clancy, Twitch CEO, has provided context on the streaming platform’s approach to gambling content, asserting that its focus is preventing promotion of unregulated operators. Twitch first took the decision to update its community guidelines around betting content in September 2022. From 18 October 2022, streamers on the platform are prohibited from showcasing material or advertising from unlicensed casino firms. …

Roblox is planning on updating its age guidelines to allow depictions of gambling, according to a news source which closely follows developments on the online game platform.  Bloxy News, an independent social media news page covering topics related to Roblox but not officially affiliated to the Roblox Corporation, reported that the platform intends to make the changes.  This will allow …