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Evolving expectations: Tapping in to emerging markets

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Will Underwood

How have advancing technologies changed both attitudes and approaches to testing for operators in the last 5 years – especially with regard to market entry? Over the past five years we’ve seen some major shifts from a handful of tech developments like AI obviously and blockchain, but the ones that have reshaped iGaming operators’ approaches to testing in emerging markets most directly would be faster network speeds and payment service diversity.
Svenska Spel begins legal talks in Casino Cosmopol Stockholm sale

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Beth Turner

Key points: - Svenska Spel has brought on Cushman & Wakefield and TM & Partners to aid in the sale of its Casino Cosmopol property in Stockholm - This comes following the shut down of the operator's land-based division - Both Svenska Spel and Cushman & Wakefield hope the sale will give new life to the property Svenska Spel has onboarded two legal bodies as it begins preparations to sell its Casino Cosmopol property in Stockholm.
New Kenyan charitable online casino platform set for launch

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Will Underwood

Key points: - A new charitable online casino platform, powered by Top Deck Entertainment, is set to be launched in Kenya - The platform has been designed with an enhanced focus on community protection and interaction A newly licensed charitable online casino platform, led by Chair of the Top Deck Entertainment Board Gloria Herndon, is in its final preparations for launch in the Kenyan market.
Gamzix: Players sense when a game’s maths is off

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Beth Turner

There are lots of ways that gameplay and mathematical models can enhance player engagement. But are there any models that are sometimes overlooked? Absolutely. While volatility and RTP are well-known levers, hit frequency and session longevity modeling are often underestimated. Although metrics like hit rate and average rounds per session aren’t visible externally, experienced players often sense when a game’s maths is off, especially when they’re stuck in what we call 'dead spin alley'.
European Commission issues formal notice on Article 56A; MGA responds

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Beth Turner

Key points: - The European Commission (EC) has issued a letter of formal notice against Malta for Article 56A (formerly Bill 55) - The EC said the article "undermines the principle of mutual trust in the administration of justice within the Union.” - The Malta Gaming Authority denied this, and stated that it will continue to support the local Government The European Commission (EC) has issued a formal notice of proceedings against Malta for Article 56A, previously known as Bill 55.
ATG accuses Veikkaus of anti-competitive practices in Finland

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Will Underwood

Key points: - ATG Has accused Veikkaus of anti-competitive actions ahead of Finland’s market de-monopolisation - The accusations pertain to the transfer of players to a new entity and the signing of long-term deals with pre-existing partners Swedish operator ATG has accused Veikkaus of trying to manipulate a favourable market position ahead of the de-monopolisation of the Finnish gambling market in 2027.
Hacksaw Gaming announces SEK 3.48bn IPO

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Will Underwood

Key points: - Hacksaw Gaming has announced an IPO commencing on 25 June - This move will see 15% of the company’s valuation go live on the Swedish Stock Exchange - The offering is valued at approximately SEK 3.48bn Hacksaw Gaming has announced its intention to commence an initial public offering (IPO) of 15% of its shares for public purchase via the Swedish Stock Exchange (Nasdaq Stockholm) on the 25 June 2025.
IGT to begin trading as Brightstar Lottery

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Beth Turner

Key points: - IGT will rebrand to Brightstar Lottery following the sale of its Gaming and Digital business - The company will continue to provide its lottery operation and supplier services International Game Technology (IGT) will begin trading under the name Brightstar Lottery. The rebrand will come following the sale of IGT’s Gaming and Digital business, which is expected to conclude as early as 1 July 2025, to Voyager Parent, a company owned by Apollo Global Management.
Philippines removed from European Commission AML/CFT watchlist

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Will Underwood

Key points: - The Philippines has officially been taken off the EC AML/CFT watchlist - The nation has now successfully filled the criteria to no longer be considered “high-risk” - This development follows the nation's recent additional removal from the FATF grey list As confirmed by the Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ), the nation has been officially removed from the European Commission’s (EC) AML/CFT “high-risk” list, as it now adheres to international standards of tackling financial...
Macau Legend Development announces senior leadership departures

1 week ago | gamblinginsider.com | Will Underwood

Key points: - Macau Legend Development has announced an executive reshuffle - Both the company executive Chair and non-executive Director have stepped down from their positions - The company has announced new executive and non-executive Directors Following its annual general meeting (AGM), Macau Legend Development has announced that Executive Chair Chan Mei Yi, alongside independent non-executive Director Wang Hongxin, have stepped down from their respective positions.