Category Archives: Betting

BetConstruct nets true localisation in Brazil with OddsGate

Since its federal launch on 1 January 2024, Brazil’s nascent ‘Bets’ market has come up against ongoing regulatory and transitional headwinds, but the sheer scale and value of Brazil online gambling sees B2B firms of all shapes and sizes are undeterred. BetConstruct, a tech supplier for global gambling has established a strong foothold in Brazil, …

ReferOn: data can solve affiliate and operator relationship issues

It’s no secret that while affiliate marketing done properly can be a very lucrative sector, but scratch beneath the surface and there is a murky world with very little trust between operators and their affiliates.  At the heart of this is data. Whether it is shaving or arguments over traffic figures, data plays a key …

Evergreen: smart approach required to unlock astounding AI capabilities

AI continues to dominate many conversations within the global iGaming landscape, but how do you fully harness the power of emerging technologies to truly make a difference? In a landscape flooded with promises of transformation, Evergreen aims to stand apart by delivering results rooted in talent and powered by tech. The Insight Global professional services …

The risks and rewards of AI from a gambling CEO perspective

Global gambling firms are increasingly taking notice of AI, but are taking a cautious approach when it comes to its implementation. This was made clear by the CEOs of some of the largest conglomerates in the sector at a panel hosted by SBC Summit Lisbon. Joanne Whittaker, CEO of Betfred, Jesper Svensson, CEO of Betsson …

Finland uncovers some grey areas of Gambling Bill

The Constitutional Committee of Finland’s Parliament has recommended changes and clarifications to legislation shaping the future of its gambling industry, having identified some issues. The Finnish Gambling Act was submitted as a bill back in March with the ultimate goal of introducing a multi-licence market by 2027. This would end the monopoly held by Veikkaus …

Pan-Asian gambling remains fractured as Vietnam eyes liberalising

Vietnam is considering raising the cap on sports betting wagers after noting improvements in citizen’s personal finances over the past few years. According to local media, the country’s Ministry of Finance has written up a draft decree around betting on football, horse racing and greyhound racing. If adopted, it could be the most significant change …

NextBet lands in Australia as betting market nears crossroads

Australia continues to attract interest from new market entrants in the face of an ongoing regulatory overhaul of federal gambling laws disrupting the competitive landscape, as NextBet becomes the latest market arrival. The newly formed company has hit the ground running with Australia, launching via acquisition. It has started its journey with the acquisition of …

BETBY: Betting beyond sports with entertainment feed

Danil Emelyanov, Head of AI Labs at BETBY, outlines how player trends are expanding beyond just sports betting towards entertainment categories such as Eurovision and the Oscars. Emelyanov also notes how AI can help sportsbooks fine tune their entertainment betting options via its Entertainment Feed solution. Player behaviour in betting is evolving and, while traditional …

Portugal to debate ad-ban and modernisation of gambling laws

The Portuguese Parliament has agreed to reopen debates on stricter controls for gambling advertising and promotions. On Friday, Parliament agreed to forward five initiatives from the left-wing ecologist party Livre to committee stage for further deliberation. These included measures to curb online gambling advertising, sponsorship bans, and the application of mandatory addiction warnings. However, Livre’s …

Kanon Gaming gets discount on £554k Spelinspektionen penalty

The largest turnover-based penalty fee imposed by Sweden’s regulator, Spelinspektionen, has been reduced after a Court ruling. In June of last year, Kanon Gaming Ltd, a Malta-based operator also licenced in Sweden, found itself in the crosshairs of Spelinspektionen as a result of duty of care deficiencies. What followed was the largest penalty fee based …