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In a significant move that strengthens its foothold in the Italian betting market, Lottomatica Group announced the completion of its acquisition of SKS365, a prominent operator known for its Planetwin365 and PlanetPay365 brands. This strategic acquisition, which includes a retail network of 1,000 sports betting shops across Italy, was finalized by Lottomatica’s subsidiary GBO SpA, […]

StarCasino, the Italian brand of Betsson, the global gaming company, has expanded its gaming offerings in the Italian market with the introduction of four new slot games, each featuring unique themes and innovative gameplay mechanics. These latest additions are designed to enhance the playing experience and inject fresh excitement for visitors at the casino. Here’s […]

In this fifth part of our series exploring the online gambling markets across Europe, following our articles on Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the Netherlands, we shift our focus to France. As one of Europe’s largest economies, France presents a unique and mature gambling market characterized by robust regulatory mechanisms and significant growth in online sectors […]

In a significant legislative move, South Africa’s official opposition, the Democratic Alliance (DA), has introduced a bill aimed at regulating the remote gambling sector. The Remote Gambling Bill (B11-2024) seeks to establish a comprehensive framework for licensing and regulating online gambling activities, a sector that has remained largely unregulated despite previous legislative efforts. The bill […]

888 Holdings, a prominent player in the online gambling industry, has released its trading update for the first quarter ending 31 March 2024. The company, which operates several high-profile gambling brands including 888casino, 888poker, and 888sport, has reported revenues exceeding its earlier forecasts, positioning itself for expected year-on-year growth starting from the second quarter of […]

Only a few days ago, we dedicated the latest article of our series about the European Gambling Landscape to the booming online gambling market in the Netherlands, highlighting its growth and regulatory successes. However, recent developments suggest not all is well in this flourishing sector. This week, the Netherlands’ House of Representatives passed a significant […]

As part of our ongoing series examining the gambling markets across Europe, which has already covered Spain, Portugal, and Sweden, this article turns its focus to the Netherlands. The Dutch market has shown significant dynamism, especially in the world of online gambling, spurred by recent regulatory developments and robust market growth. Regulatory Framework In the […]

In a recent interview in the newspaper “Intervento nella Società” with Roberto Alesse, the Director of the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency since January 13, 2023, significant insights were shared about the forthcoming reforms in Italy’s public gaming sector. The conversation highlighted Alesse’s strategic approach to modernizing and regulating this dynamic industry in alignment with […]

In a recent review of operators’ action plans, the French gambling regulator, L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has highlighted significant strides in controlling problem gambling across the nation. Since the implementation of a 2019 ordinance mandating annual prevention plans, operators in France have been actively engaged in initiatives aimed at reducing excessive and underage gambling. […]

Play’n GO, the Swedish leading provider of casino entertainment solutions, has entered into a partnership with gambling operator Betsson, aiming to enhance the gaming options available to Betsson players in Spain. This collaboration will allow Betsson’s Spanish customers access to a selection of Play’n GO’s most popular games, including titles like Book of Dead, Reactoonz, […]

In the third installment of our series exploring the online gambling markets across Europe, following our articles on Portugal and Spain, we shift our focus to Sweden, a nation known for its innovative approach to the digital economy, which naturally extends into the world of online gambling. Despite facing a slight downturn in 2023, Sweden’s […]

In the ever-evolving world of online gambling, Latin America’s vibrant gaming scene provides fascinating insights into the preferences and trends shaping the industry. Drawing from the latest data provided by Betsson Group for March 2024, we delve into the games capturing the hearts and wagers of players across this diverse region. Colombia’s Gaming Preferences: Colombia […]

Playtech plc, a leading provider of software, services, and content in the gambling sector, revealed its financial results for 2023. The company reported a remarkable performance, surpassing its forecasted figures and demonstrating considerable strategic and operational advancements. Financial Results Highlights The year 2023 was marked by a 7% increase in revenue compared to 2022, reaching […]

888Holdings, a leading global player in the gaming sector and owner of top gaming brands William Hill, 888 Casino, 888 Poker and Mr Green, has released its financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. The company has also launched an ambitious Value Creation Plan (VCP) aimed at steering the company towards long-term […]

In the second article in our series examining the online gambling markets in Europe, following our first article on Portugal, we turn our focus to Spain, a country that has demonstrated a steady growth in this sector. The year 2023 was no exception, as Spain’s online gambling market recorded impressive figures, signaling its strong position […]

Exciting news to our Italian friends. SNAI, a leading Italian gaming operator, has teamed up with RubyPlay, a B2B gaming development studio, to bring a new selection of slot games to its platform. Alongside these games, a special bonus offer is now available, aimed at providing an enhanced gaming experience for players. Available Games Through […]

As we embark on our exploratory series across European online gambling markets, our first destination is Portugal. This chapter aims to unpack the state of the Portuguese online gambling market in 2023, shedding light on the regulatory situation, market trends, revenue records, and consumer behavior that have defined the sector over the past year. Regulatory […]