The Dutch government is preparing to introduce significant reforms to its gambling laws, with new regulations expected to take effect by the end of 2025. Led by State Secretary for Legal Protection Teun Struycken, the proposed changes aim to strengthen player protections, particularly for younger and more vulnerable individuals. One of the most notable updates
In its latest article, PIN-UP Partners shared an analysis of Ecuador’s market, including basic country details, gambling and betting in the country, and the best-converting traffic sources. Low competition. Cheap traffic. Huge interest in gambling and betting. Sounds like an affiliate’s dream, right? Well, it’s real, and we’re talking about Ecuador. And it just so
In the fast-paced iGaming industry, online casino operators need to manage a business, maintain compliance, and provide their players with fresh gaming content — all at the same time. But how can they keep so many balls in the air and stay ahead of the competition? This is where iGaming aggregators step in. The B2B
iGaming software solutions provider SOFTSWISS is rolling out an upgrade to its content management system (CMS) for the SOFTWSISS Sportsbook. This update enhances sportsbook content management, offering operators greater control, streamlined workflows, and an improved user experience. The new CMS introduces advanced customization capabilities, optimized locale management, and an upgraded interface, allowing operators to manage their
Lottery and gaming solutions provider Skilrock has announced the last call for registration for the ‘Preparing for Digital Boom: Future of iLottery Marketing’ webinar. The event will delve into the latest trends, opportunities, and advancements within the iLottery Marketing sector, providing insights for industry stakeholders and enthusiasts. The webinar comes as the global iLottery industry
SBC Summit Rio will return next week for its second edition, now hosted at Riocentro, the largest exhibition space in Latin America. With 15,000 attendees expected — a 275% increase from the 2024 edition — the summit will be the first in-person event following the launch of Brazil’s newly regulated market on January 1. Taking place on
Feb 18, 2025 3 min read Nevada’s legendary Megabucks™ Jackpot has been reset after one lucky player hit a staggering $12,371,365.15 at Virgin River Casino & Lodge on Sunday. The winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, turned a $5 bet into a life-changing sum while playing the Megabucks™ Triple Red Hot 7s Spitfire Multipliers™
State Secretary for Legal Protection, Teun Struycken, has outlined a major overhaul of Dutch gambling regulations, emphasizing the protection of young adults and minors. The proposed changes, expected to be formalized by the end of 2025, include raising the minimum age for certain high-risk gambling activities to 21, tightening deposit limits, and increasing enforcement against
The Norwegian Lotteries and Gaming Authority (Lotteritilsynet) has announced a potential fine of NOK 36 million (€3.1 million) against Norsk Tipping due to a critical flaw in its iOS gaming app. The error, which surfaced after a January 2024 iOS update, prevented players from using self-exclusion and time-out tools within the mobile application. As a
The poker landscape shifted dramatically at the $1,500 Champions Club Winter Poker Open Main Event in Houston, Texas. Former poker luminary Ali Imsirovic, known for his high-stakes prowess, was ousted and barred from the event by tournament officials, following multiple allegations of cheating that have marred his once-stellar reputation. Fall from grace: Just three years prior, Imsirovic was
Three Vermont lawmakers have introduced a bill to repeal the state’s recently legalized online sports betting market. On February 4, Representatives Thomas Stevens (D), Troy Headrick (I), and Michael Mrowicki (D) filed Bill H.133, which seeks to reverse the statutes authorizing the state lottery and online sports betting. The bill is now under review by
The Ministry of Finance and Public Credit of Colombia has published Decree N°0175, in which it made official the imposition of the Value Added Tax (VAT) for online games of chance, with the purpose of obtaining economic resources to face the humanitarian crisis faced by the Catatumbo region. The decree, which went into effect on February
The Henderson Planning Commission has approved a 14.1-acre expansion for the Inspirada Station site, Station Casinos’ latest project in the Las Vegas Valley, increasing surface parking capacity. The plan was approved unanimously Thursday in a 5-0 vote, with two commissioners abstaining due to conflicts of interest, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported. The project requires zoning
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has published its 2024 sports betting integrity report. The report highlights that the total number of suspicious betting alerts reported in 2024 was 219, an increase of 17% on the revised 2023 figure of 187 alerts. However, the 2024 figure remains 11% below the annual average of 245 alerts
Feb 18, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents Monday was already a huge day for poker with the release of the highly anticipated 2025 World Series of Poker schedule. But just hours after the WSOP dropped its full itinerary, Phil Hellmuth stunned the poker world with a major announcement. The all-time bracelet leader and
Feb 18, 2025 6 min read Table Of Contents 888poker is one of the oldest online poker sites, meaning thousands of players already have an account. Mexico’s “El_hombre” didn’t have an 888poker account, but decided to change that fact three days ago. Perhaps the lure of the PokerNews Online Championship (PNOC) was strong enough to
Feb 18, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents The 2025 Champions Club Winter Poker Open $1,500 Main Event has finally come to its dramatic conclusion as Ryan Freeman hoists the trophy after defeating Dora Coyle heads-up. Along with the trophy and the title, Freeman takes home $181,000 while Coyle is awarded the runner-up prize
What is Apple Pay? Picture this: It’s the digital wallet you never knew you needed. Apple Pay is Apple’s answer to the hassle of carrying around a wad of cash or a stack of cards. It’s a virtual vault where you can store your credit and debit cards securely on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple
What is Skrill? Think of Skrill as the seasoned poker player in the e-wallet world. It’s been around the block, knows the game inside out, and has a reputation for being fast, reliable, and, most importantly, secure. Skrill is an e-wallet designed for the digital age. It allows you to store money online and make
Feb 17, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents Michael “Texas Mike” Moncek didn’t win PokerGO Cup Event #5: $10,100 No-Limit Hold’em. But he took third place in the 100-entrant tournament, continuing his dominance the past week against a series full of top pros. The Texas Longhorns fanatic doesn’t like to be referred to as