Industry
February 11, 2021
ASA Reports Drop in Ads Breaking Age Restrictions
ASA has published its latest three-month assessment of advertisement that has breached age-restrictions. Age-Restriction Ad Violations Decline, Says ASA Age restrictions violations in the UK are decreasing, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) stated in a new report shared earlier today. Advertisement across the board has been unable to reach underage individual or children at previous […]
Sports
February 11, 2021
AYX Bolsters Marketing Efforts with Atlético Madrid, AS Roma
AYX, an Asia-focused sportsbook, has reinforced its exposure on the Italian and Spanish markets through partnership deals with AS Roma and Atlético de Madrid respectively. The company has negotiated marketing contracts, allowing it to enhance its advertising efforts in both countries according to local regulatory norms. AYX Breaks Ground in Italy with AS Roma Partnership […]
Business
February 10, 2021
5Dimes Enters the Isle of Man Regulated Online Market
5Dimes, the popular sports betting and gaming platform was awarded a license from the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission today. Ms. Varela, a member of the board of directors at 5Dimes shared her excitement by saying that this is an exciting milestone for the company. 5Dimes Receives License From the Isle of Man Gambling […]
Legal
February 10, 2021
Concerns over UK Affordability Checks Put MP and Experts on Edge
As the review of Gambling Act 2005 looms, lawmakers and experts have raised concerns over the potential industry-crippling ramifications of enhanced affordability checks on racing in the UK. Sports Betting Income in Jeopardy Today, talk of the review of the UK’s 2005 regulatory act on gambling is primarily centered on introducing a monthly cap of […]
Industry
February 9, 2021
DSWV Called for Intervention amid Sinking Industry Revenues
Sports betting revenues in Germany were materially affected by the cancellation of sporting events and the closure of betting shops, the 2020 sports betting tax figures released by the Federal Ministry of Finance in Germany revealed. 2020 Revenue Decline YoY Total sales for the calendar year fell 16%, to €7.8 billion, compared to the record […]
Business
February 9, 2021
Italy’s Online Gambling Market Marks Record GGR in Dec 2020
Licensed online gambling operators in Italy hit €359 million in GGR in December 2020. By reaching €359 million, the industry surpassed its record of €258.9 million in GGR which was set in November 2020. Regulated Online Gambling Industry in Italy Marks a New GGR Record The regulated gambling industry in Italy marked a significant record […]
Business
February 8, 2021
Lottery.com and MSL Sign MoU for Select Products in Ukraine
Leading online and mobile lottery platform Lottery.com announced it entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ukrainian state lottery operator MSL to offer some select products to the market in the country. Lottery.com Acquires Access to Ukraine Select products offered by Lottery.com under the provision of the MoU will be in accordance with current […]
Business
February 8, 2021
Sportradar Rolls Out Social Media Integrity Education Service
Sportradar, the global sports integrity leader announced the launch of a new Social Media Integrity Education Service. The German leading ice hockey league, Penny Del is among the first sports organization that has signed up for the new integrity education program. Sportradar Launches a New Social Media Integrity Education Service The sports integrity services leader, […]
Esports
February 8, 2021
Polish Bookmaker STS Launches Esports Campaign ahead of IEM Katowice
Poland’s leading sportsbook operator, STS, is launching a new esports campaign on time for STS Katowice, a big event on the esports calendar and professional CS: GO circuit. STS’s Commitment to Esports Remains Strong with New Campaign Leading Polish bookmaker STS is reaffirming its footprint in the esports space as Poland has shaped itself as […]
Sports
February 7, 2021
UK: Football Clubs Urged to Discontinue Twitter Betting Ads
Football clubs in the UK were asked to discontinue their practice to link their social media channels to bookmakers as it could cause harm to people suffering or recovering from gambling addiction. Official Letter to Football Clubs People affected by gambling harm including 50 former addicts sent a letter to 11 top football clubs from […]