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Casino
May 23, 2022
Pokimane Becomes Latest Twitch Star to Blast Gambling
The Twitch gambling saga continues after Pokimane, one of the streaming platform’s biggest female stars, decided to weigh in. In a video last week, Pokimane touched on xQc’s decision to return to sponsored gambling streams. xQc, who is arguably the most famous male streamer on the platform, has received a lot of criticism from fans […]
Casino
May 23, 2022
Asmongold Says He Won’t Sell Out to Gambling Sponsors
Asmongold has joined the big controversy that surrounds Twitch streamers and their proclivity to gamble. Ludwig, xQc, and Mizkif have all openly participated in or teased gambling sponsorships, and Asmongold, real name Zack, said that he would never consider selling himself and do sponsored gambling sponsorships on Twitch. Asmongold Takes on Gambling Sponsorships After xQc […]
Esports
May 23, 2022
Twitch Streamer xQc’s Fans Bet $119M on Stake.com
Twitch streamer xQc has said that he has been able to generate a total of $119 million – so far – for his gambling sponsor, Stake.com. The streamer was quoted by Metro.co.uk, which dug deeper into the streamer’s interest in gambling – a passion that has been rekindled over the past weeks. Gambling Sponsorships More […]
Sports
May 20, 2022
INTERPOL Calls for Effort Harmonization in Tackling Match-Fixing
Global efforts to tackle manipulation in sports need harmonization was the message aired by INTERPOL following the 12th meeting of its Match-Fixing Task Force (IMFTF) in Abu Dhabi. Match-Fixing Threatens All Sports The three-day meeting of the IMFTF, a task force that was created in 2011 to facilitate investigation and law enforcement operations in all […]
Industry
May 20, 2022
Catena Media Launches Strategic Review, Considers Asset Sales
Gambling affiliate operator Catena Media published a press release today to signify that third-party interests to acquire certain Catena Media assets triggered a strategic review of the business. Sales of Assets Effect Evaluation In the official statement, Catena Media outlined the board’s commitment to continuously evaluate any strategic initiatives for the company, including “potential transactions, […]
Sports
May 20, 2022
Sportradar Deploys Virtual Cricket Solution
Sportradar continues to expand its reach in the sports and sports betting segment, with the company launching a new dedicated virtual cricket in-play initiative. The virtual betting product will benefit cricket fans and help create fresh experiences for those seeking to place a punt on their favorite sports. Sportradar Taps into Real Data to Create […]
Slots
May 19, 2022
Yggdrasil and Bang Bang Games Release Retro Slot Jokrz Wild ULTRANUDGE
After announcing the launch of the Water Blox Gigablox slot together with Peter & Sons on Monday, the top global publisher of iGaming content Yggdrasil has fresh news. The company has partnered with Bang Bang Games and launched a retro classic themed slot game called Jokrz Wild ULTRANUDGE. In mid-February, the two companies released a […]
Slots
May 19, 2022
Kalamba Games Releases Hit ‘n’ Roll Sequel to Popular Goblins & Gemstones Slot
In December 2020, Kalamba Games launched Goblins and Gemstones Treasure Hunter. The slot quickly became one of the provider’s most successful slots, convincing it to create and launch a sequel two years later. The new game released in May 2022 is called Goblins & Gemstones: Hit ‘n’ Roll and brings a series of fresh features […]
Casino
May 19, 2022
Streamer Ludwig Urges Twitch to End Gambling Sponsorships
Enough is enough it seems, as former Twitch streamer, Ludwig seems to think that the Amazon-owned streaming giant should clean up the house and stop condoning a practice that is causing a lot of problems. Twitch’s sponsored gambling content has been going strong with xQc, another popular streamer, recently grabbing headlines after he confessed that […]
Casino
May 19, 2022
Punt Casino Brings Michael Owen as Brand Ambassador
Michael Owen has agreed to become the latest brand ambassador for Punt Casino, with the website focusing on cryptocurrencies-fueled gambling. Owen will popularize the brand with his own network of more than 3.7 million social followers and will work on YouTube video content where he will discuss the operator and what it has to offer. […]