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Melanie Porter
EditorAfter finishing her master's in publishing and writing, Melanie began her career as an online editor for a large gaming blog and has now transitioned over towards the iGaming industry. She helps to ensure that our news pieces are written to the highest standard possible under the guidance of senior management.
Sports
March 22, 2022
Swedish Newspaper’s Games Violated the Gaming Act in the Country
Aftonbladet, one of the most popular daily newspapers published in Stockholm and the Nordic countries has been offering unlicensed betting through a series of manager contests, according to the Swedish Gambling Authority. The Evening Paper Was Offering “Games in the Form of Betting” According to the Aftonbladet publication whose name translates to “the evening paper” […]
Casino
March 22, 2022
Pragmatic Play Partners with 888casino to Create a Live Blackjack Room
Leading iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has partnered with multiple award-winning casino online 888casino to create a dedicated live blackjack studio. The studio will cater to the needs of 888casino’s players with state-of-the-art, branded blackjack tables. 888casino Ready to Create an Unforgettable Live Blackjack Experience The dedicated blackjack studio will introduce casino888 customers to a […]
Casino
March 21, 2022
Bayton Limited Fined SEK 35,000 for Unreported Board Reshuffling
One year ago, Swedish gambling regulator Spelinspektionen advised Malta-based Bayton Limited to bring improvements to its then incomplete know-your-customer (KYC) methodology and report back to it by June 2021. Now, the operator with a valid license to operate in Sweden’s online gaming market was fined for not notifying the same regulator of a series of […]
Slots
March 16, 2022
FashionTV & EveryMatrix Launch Blockbuster Slot “FashionTV Highlife”
FashionTV Gaming Group has announced the release of yet another ground-breaking game of slots in collaboration with online gaming pioneers Spearhead Studios and EveryMatrix. The game that is expected to be another blockbuster will join the continuously expanding, iconic, and luxurious FashionTV Gaming library. FashionTV Highlife Will Carry Players to the Core of the FashionTV […]
Business
March 16, 2022
Parimatch Tech Doubles Its Financial Aid for Ukraine
As a response to Russia’s continuous attacks on Ukraine that were initiated at the end of February, Parimatch Tech decided to double its initial donation of UAH 30 million ($1 million) and further increase its support for the country that is severely torn by the war. The company that has offices in Kyiv has announced […]
Casino
March 16, 2022
Expanded GiG-Betway Deal to Bring GiG Comply Tool to Africa
Leading online gaming technology company Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG) has expanded its previous deal with global gambling company Betway. According to the new agreement, Betway will be allowed to use the GiG Comply compliance tool on the African market. GiG Comply Will Keep Betways on Its Toes GiG Comply is an automated marketing compliance […]
Sports
March 15, 2022
Stake.com Partners With F1 & F2 Fittipaldi Brothers
iGaming casino and sports betting operator Stake.com have signed an important deal with the Fittipaldi brothers, two popular Formula 1 and Formula 2 drivers. The partnership with Pietro Fittipaldi is an important milestone for the operator, marking its official entrance on the market for professional sports. What Will The Fittipaldi Brothers Bring New to the […]
Business
March 15, 2022
Andy Whitworth Appointed as White Hat Studios’ New US CEO
White Hat Gaming’s US division White Hat Studios is expected to go live sometime during Q1 2022, and newly appointed Andy Withworth will be there to lead it to its success. Whitworth has been promoted as the new chief executive officer for the US segment, after having previously put his rich experience to work as […]
Casino
March 15, 2022
Ontario Registers LeoVegas as an Online Operator in Historical Move
Following its “bigger is better” growth plans aimed at local gaming markets that are either currently regulated or close to being regulated, LeoVegas has made one more strategic move. The group has been registered as an online gaming operator by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission in Ontario. This means that, starting April 4 when the […]
Sports
March 14, 2022
Coral Introduces Show-Stopping 3D Activated Horseracing Display at Piccadilly
Coral has become Britain’s pioneer sportsbook to include 3D technology in a horseracing display at the Piccadilly Circus, in preparation for this year’s Cheltenham Festival. The company has created the 3D display together with Bartle Bogle Hegarty (BBH), the company’s creative agency. The Show-Stopping Display Presents Four Race Horses & Jockeys The unique display that […]