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Resurgence in Spain’s digital betting: Q1 2024 financials

Spain’s digital betting landscape has seen a significant upturn in Q1 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 15.1 percent, primarily propelled by sports wagering and online casino games. This report, presented by the Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ), provides an in-depth analysis of the market dynamics

6 key additions to the updated responsible gaming policy in the Netherlands

Dutch regulator updates its gaming legislation with the publication of the document concerning the country’s Responsible Gaming Policy Rules. 

Labour could win the biggest majority in UK history

The United Kingdom, currently in the throes of a historic election race, is projecting the Labour Party, under the leadership of Keir Starmer, to secure a landslide victory, the likes of which has not been seen in the past 100 years. The party is expected to win 422 seats, a significant increase from the 201 seats it held after the 2019 elections. This majority would surpass even the substantial majorities achieved by Tony Blair in 1997 and Margaret Thatcher in 1983.

EU finalises new AML rules, easing compliance for operators

The European Council has approved the EU’s new AML package, easing compliance for operators. The EGBA has welcomed the new AML rules.

Marina Ilina, PIN-UP Global founder, on becoming a leader in iGaming

Marina Ilina, who has almost a decade of experience in the technology industry, is the founder and CEO of PIN-UP Global. She has created an international ecosystem of independent companies, each of which specialises in different aspects of entertainment products used by millions of customers around the world. Maryna Ilina is on the list of Forbes Cyprus 20 Women in Tech Awards, and PIN-UP under her leadership has received numerous SiGMA Awards. In an exclusive interview with SiGMA News, Marina spoke about what is needed to achieve global goals, development in turbulent times, and social responsibility.

Mecca Bingo’s inaugural cross-channel slots tournament

Mecca Bingo recently marked a significant milestone by hosting its inaugural cross-channel slots tournament. The event took place at their club in Luton, Bedfordshire, and was proudly sponsored by Blueprint Gaming.

Warnings, sanctions against Hacksaw Studios and Panda Bluemoon: Spelinspektionen

The Swedish Gambling Authority, Spelinspektionen, has recently issued warnings and sanctioned two gaming software providers for violations.

Alderney Gambling Control Commission reports £2.3 million profit in 2023

The Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC) has announced a profit of £2.35 million for the Channel Island jurisdiction in 2023, marking a significant increase of £636,000 from the previous year. This 27 percent year-on-year rise is attributed to a robust recovery in the global online gambling sector following the Covid-19 pandemic. The AGCC has been regulating Alderney's gambling industry since its establishment in 2000. The States of Alderney council has allocated £1.85 million of this profit towards capital s

SiGMA Play wins ‘Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year’

SiGMA Play has won the 'Bonus Comparison Affiliate of the Year' at the 3rd annual AffPapa iGaming Awards 2024, held on the 27th of May in Malaga, Spain.

Betting forecast of UK General Election as Betfair attracts £1.35m in under 24 hours

The announcement of the UK General Election has set the betting markets abuzz, with a staggering £1.35m ($1.72m) wagered on Betfair Exchange’s General Election markets within the first 24 hours.