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Svenska Spel Outperforms with Record Q2 Growth on World Cup Momentum
Key Moments: Svenska Spel delivered a 7% increase in net gaming revenue to €175 million (SEK1.96 billion) for Q2, marking its strongest performance since Sweden’s market restructuring. Q2 operating profit climbed 13% to €55 million (SEK617 million), with the sports and casino segment enjoying an 11% revenue boost fueled by World Cup-driven betting. Digital c
Entain Pushes for Swift Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsorships in UK Sports
Key Moments: Entain urges British sports bodies to end partnerships with unlicensed gambling firms before legal mandates are in place Turnover from illegal operators is projected to surge from £5 billion in 2019 to £16.6 billion in 2025 Separate analyses predict unregulated firms may account for nearly half of gambling advertising spend in 2026/27 Entain Adv
Australian Influencers Under the Microscope for Covert Promotion of Offshore Gambling Operators
Key Moments: Regulators have escalated enforcement against social media influencers promoting prohibited gambling services in Australia Instances of influencers allegedly receiving over $50,000 in cryptocurrency for Rainbet promotions have come to light New restrictions on online gambling advertising are set to take effect from 1 January next year Growing Re
Universal Adoption of Generative AI Among Japanese Online Game Developers Sparks Fresh Investor Questions
Key Moments: 100 percent of surveyed Japanese online game developers currently utilize generative AI Gemini leads with a 94 percent usage rate among developers, followed by Claude at 84 percent and GitHub CoPilot at 76 percent Copyright infringement remains the most significant concern for surveyed game players Prevalence of Generative AI in Japan’s Online G
New Zealand Initiates Registration for Online Casino License Auction
Key Moments: New Zealand has opened registration for its online casino license auction through the Government Electronic Tenders Service (GETS). Authorities will offer up to 15 licenses through a competitive bidding process, although they may issue fewer. Licensed operators must meet strict consumer protection rules and ongoing compliance requirements. GETS
Rio de Janeiro Implements Landmark Ban on Sports Betting Ads in Public Areas
Key Moments: Rio de Janeiro has initiated a comprehensive ban on sports betting advertising in public spaces, effective under Decree No. 58,274. Federal authorities have introduced new rules prohibiting betting ads that promote gambling as a financial solution, with further standardized warnings required on all advertisements starting July 17. Ongoing invest
Relax Gaming Broadens Dutch Market Presence via Starcasino Partnership
Key Moments: Relax Gaming has made its full game portfolio available on Starcasino in the Netherlands The agreement supports Relax’s focus on regulated markets, enhancing player engagement and retention Recent releases such as Guitar Quest, Midnight Marauder ClusterBreaker, and World Class Kick Off Dream Drop are now accessible to Dutch players Expanded Acce
SkillOnNet Unveils Aristocrat Interactive Titles for UK and Global Expansion
Key Moments SkillOnNet has launched Aristocrat Interactive’s gaming portfolio across its UK platform and selected international markets. The rollout introduces the popular Double Bubble series to UK players. Moreover, the partnership expands SkillOnNet’s content offering, with additional markets expected to follow. Aristocrat Interactive Content Launches wit
Oddin.gg Signs Strategic Agreement with EpicBet to Boost Esports Betting Platform
Key Moments: Oddin.gg has announced a partnership with EpicBet to enhance esports operations. EpicBet will utilize Oddin.gg’s Trading Services (OTS) for pricing, trading, and risk management. The collaboration allows EpicBet to unify its trading and risk operations under one provider as it scales. EpicBet Aligns with Oddin.gg for Esports Expansion Oddin.gg r
South African Bookmakers Seek Offshore Gambling Crackdown
Key Moments: SABA has called for comprehensive legislative reforms aimed at more effective enforcement against illegal offshore gambling. A November 2024 report commissioned by SABA estimated that approximately 62 percent of South Africa’s online gambling activity comes from illegal operators. SABA has outlined six key legislative reforms to improve enforcem
Octoplay Introduces Midnite Express as Part of Exclusive UK Collaboration with Midnite
Key Moments: Octoplay launched Midnite Express as a lifetime exclusive game for Midnite The partnership’s first custom product was released in July 2025 Midnite Express is based on mechanics from a top-performing US slot title Unveiling a Lifetime Exclusive Game Octoplay has expanded its relationship with Midnite in the UK with the debut of Midnite Express,
ESMA Backs Financial Ban on Prediction Markets
Key Moments: Nine European gambling regulators initiated enforcement action against prediction market platforms in June. On 3 July, ESMA released a statement confirming that binary payout prediction contracts are already covered by a 2018 financial ban. Gibraltar-based ADI Predictstreet has limited its offerings and faces added scrutiny from German authoriti
Dutch Supreme Court Delivers Landmark Ruling on Pre-Regulation Gambling Loss Claims
Key Moments: The Netherlands Supreme Court ruled on July 3 that compensation claims for losses incurred before October 1, 2021, are no longer supported by the earlier Betting and Gaming Act of 1964. Major operators, including 888, PartyGaming, Betsson, and Unibet, saw significant legal exposure resolved, affecting potential liabilities such as an estimated €
Germany Implements Tiered Stake System for Online Slot Machines
Key Moments: Germany has replaced its flat €1 stake cap for online slots with a tiered limit system effective 1 July 2026 Players aged 21 and above without harmful gambling behavior over a 90-day period can now bet up to €5 per spin Major operators, including Entain, have welcomed this regulatory update as a positive move for the licensed market Introduction
Dutch Authority Upholds Gambling Designation for Polymarket, Blocks Appeal
Key Moments: The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has turned down Polymarket operator Adventure One QSS Inc.’s appeal regarding gambling law classification. Polymarket’s arguments about open-source blockchain and financial product similarities did not sway Dutch regulators. The KSA cited Dutch-language marketing and active targeting of local consumers as key to its
Pragmatic Play Steps Into Alberta’s Regulated iGaming Market
Key Moments: Pragmatic Play has entered Alberta’s newly regulated iGaming market. The company brings certified slots and live casino offerings, including Fury of Anubis, Big Bass Blast, and Gates of Olympus. This move builds on Pragmatic Play’s existing partnerships with tier-one brands in Ontario. Entry Into Alberta’s Online Gaming Sector Pragmatic Play, re