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Paysafe Expands Partnership with Tebex to Bolster Gaming Monetization Options
Paysafe and Tebex have expanded their partnership, integrating the Paysafe Gateway into Tebex's platform to offer video game merchants a broader range of payment options, including credit/debit cards and alternative methods like Openbucks. This move aims to enhance game monetization, improve player experience, and facilitate global market reach for game studios.
2026-07-08
Entain Broadens Partnership with Gaming Corps Across Global iGaming Markets
Entain has expanded its partnership with Gaming Corps, rolling out content across multiple regulated markets including Canada, Brazil, and the UK, with further launches planned. The collaboration, which began in 2022, sees Gaming Corps' diverse game portfolio integrated across various Entain brands.
2026-07-08
SBC Summit 2026 to Host High-Profile Keynote Featuring Michael Jordan, Carsten Koerl, and Jason Robins
SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon will feature a high-profile keynote session with Michael Jordan, Carsten Koerl, and Jason Robins discussing leadership in sports business, technology, and the evolving relationship between sports betting and iGaming. The session, hosted by Kirsty Gallacher, is scheduled for the first day of the event on September 29, 2026.
2026-07-08
Casino Guru Honored with Fourth Consecutive Safer Gambling Initiative Award
Casino Guru has received the Safer Gambling Initiative award for the fourth consecutive year at the iGB Affiliate Awards 2026, recognizing its ongoing commitment to player protection. Key initiatives include the Online Self-exclusion Recommended Code of Practice and a partnership with Gamecheck for game verification.
2026-07-08
SOFTSWISS Founder Ivan Montik on Sustaining Agility in a Maturing iGaming Market
SOFTSWISS founder Ivan Montik reflected on the company's journey from a startup to a global leader, emphasizing that maintaining flexibility is crucial for navigating the maturing iGaming market. He highlighted the industry's shift from a niche sector to a robust global economy player and outlined SOFTSWISS's ambitious growth targets, driven by innovation and client success.
2026-07-08
Leah Neutel of Relax Gaming Discusses Leadership, Culture, and Future iGaming Talent
Leah Neutel, Head of Relax Gaming's Malmö Studio and a Women in Gaming Awards finalist, discusses her leadership philosophy centered on fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and psychological safety. She emphasizes empowering teams, investing in long-term career development, and balancing commercial objectives with employee wellbeing to drive success in the iGaming industry.
2026-07-08
Former NCAA Basketball Player Kerr Kriisa Indicted on Wire Fraud Charges, No Point-Shaving Accusations
Former NCAA basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been indicted on five counts of wire fraud involving a $2.2 million scheme, though notably, no point-shaving charges were included. This development occurs as other college basketball betting scandals, including a widespread point-shaving case and an alleged scheme involving a former DraftKings trader, continue to progress.
2026-07-07
ESMA Classifies Some Prediction Markets Under Financial Derivative Restrictions
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has clarified that some prediction market products, especially binary yes-or-no contracts with fixed payouts, are considered restricted financial derivatives under MiFID II and subject to retail sales bans. This stance, addressing the growing sector for the first time, emphasizes consumer protection and has led to regulatory actions against several platforms across Europe.
2026-07-07
Gambling Commission Proceeds with Phased Launch of Financial Risk Assessments
The Gambling Commission has announced the phased implementation of Financial Risk Assessments, beginning with higher spending thresholds and targeting larger operators, despite significant industry opposition. These checks aim to protect vulnerable customers by identifying potential financial harms, with initial stages focusing on specific deposit limits and eventually expanding criteria for broader player segments.
2026-07-07
ESMA Designates Specific Prediction Market Contracts as Regulated Financial Instruments
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a warning, classifying certain prediction market contracts with binary outcomes and fixed payouts as restricted financial instruments under MiFID II, thereby prohibiting their sale to retail clients. This guidance refutes common operator assumptions and highlights a contrasting approach from Gibraltar, which is licensing such platforms.
2026-07-07
Italian Senate Advances Bill for 2% Levy on Football Bets
The Italian Senate is reviewing Bill 1902, proposed by Senator Paolo Marcheschi, to impose a 2% levy on domestic football bets starting January 1, 2027. This revenue-neutral initiative aims to redirect approximately €230 million annually to the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) to fund youth development, women's football, and problem gambling prevention, addressing significant financial challenges within Italian football.
2026-07-07
Czech Republic Forges New Path in Gambling Governance with Cross-Operator Data System
The Czech Republic is pioneering a new model for gambling governance with its IRIS system, which enables licensed operators to share pseudonymized player data for enhanced protection. This collaborative, data-driven initiative aims to identify and intervene in problematic gambling behavior across platforms, supported by new legislation and a broader national strategy against illegal gambling.
2026-07-07