SBC Eurasia Editorial Team is happy to present a quick recap of the gambling industry events, news, regulations, and partnerships that happened last week.
In the recent episode of the iGaming Accent podcast, host Vakho Mdivani welcomes Michael Filletti, co-founder of Routy, for an in-depth conversation about the world of iGaming affiliation.
The iconic MEO Arena will once again host SBC Summit’s Super Stage in 2025, offering an inspiring mix of daytime content, including keynotes from Gary Vaynerchuk and Randi Zuckerberg, followed by evening celebrations with global awards shows and the return of INFINITY Lisbon. Moreover, SBC has officially announced the shortlisted nominees for the 12th edition of the SBC Awards.
In late July, 1xBet unveiled iGaming executive Simon Westbury as its Strategic Advisor as the operator ushered in a new era focusing on a long-term strategy, market expansion and industry leadership. Speaking exclusively to SBC News, Westbury outlined exactly what his role will entail.
The Revenue Service of Georgia has released updated data on the country’s gambling self-exclusion registry. As of now, it contains 30,451 registered individuals — an increase of roughly 4,000 since early May. While Dr. Justyna Grusza-Głębicka has reported that Poland has launched a direct campaign against payments in the grey sector of online gambling.
Rwanda’s regulator has reopened licensing for land-based casinos and is now welcoming Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for online betting and gaming verticals, as part of a wider shake-up of the national gambling framework. While the Gibraltar Gaming Commission has received a number of enquiries from the gambling sector amidst the publication of its new Gambling Bill.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance may revise its rules regarding local participation in gambling and is expected to partially replicate Singapore’s controversial regulatory model. While Singapore’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) is exploring new ways to engage with players and give operators the ability to introduce new features.
Google seeks to apply a policy change to allow the distribution of all ‘permissible real-money games’ (RMGs) on PlayStore for Indian consumers. Moreover, the Supreme Court of India has initiated new “high-level consultations” to explore the implementation of safeguards for minors and young users on digital platforms, with the aim of ensuring compliance with regulations surrounding real-money games, apps, and entertainment content.
Genting Singapore has announced changes in its senior leadership, appointing long-time company executive Lee Shi Ruh as President and Chief Operating Officer. While GR8 Tech has appointed Sarkis Basmajian as Regional Sales Director for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
Sportradar has raised its full-year 2025 guidance due to the performance of stand-alone units outperforming current expectations before the M&A integration of IMG Arena assets. While MGM Resorts International is confident in the strength of its business in Europe and Asia, highlighting the progress of its BetMGM brand in highly competitive markets such as the United Kingdom.
Crocobet and the football club Dinamo Tbilisi have signed a sponsorship agreement, under which Crocobet becomes the sponsor of the club. While West Ham United’s Lucas Paquetá has been found innocent against all spot-fixing allegations following a lengthy, high-profile FA investigation, which is being described as deeply detrimental for the player.
Genius Sports proclaims that it has secured the deepest coverage of exclusive betting rights and content for European football. BETBY has updated its product portfolio with a proprietary trading model for football matches.
The planned exit of The Star Entertainment Group from the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane project fell through after the breakdown of a binding Heads of Agreement (HoA) with its joint venture partners, Destination Brisbane Consortium (DBC) and Destination Gold Coast Consortium (DGCC).
3 Oaks Gaming has received a recognition notice from the Malta Gaming Authority. While South Korea will export K-cycling and K-motorboat racing as global betting markets through the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA).
Evolution has unveiled a new addition to its live game show portfolio – Ice Fishing, set in an Arctic environment.
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