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Despite being a relatively new addition to the UK iGaming software scene, having launched in 2022, Octoplay continues to expand its reach in the lucrative but challenging UK market. 

Brian Mattingley announced his departure in January and has been in-charge of Playtech since March 2021.

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) have published updated levy rates applied through their new statutory levy programme. 

A close associate of former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been charged over election betting offences, along with 14 others. 

The Batman and Robin undercover duo that were sprinting along the bridge on 15 February to stop an illegal gambling sting in its tracks.

Sky Vegas has called for a review of its advertising strategy as the brand seeks to revamp core processes related to marketing.

Published on April 9, the report includes responses from 1,250 children, 300 adults and ten gambling content creators from the UK found that a notable number of gamblers are being driven to unlicensed websites.

Across the whole group, Rank experienced a 10.9% annual increase in group net gaming revenue to £195.6m for the quarter ending 31 March. 

The UKGC has issued its latest threat assessment of the gambling industry, pointing to the increased use of AI deepfakes to circumvent customer due diligence checks.

As of 3 April, the website gained its licence from the regulator and can now fully operate in the UK market. 

The company announced the promotion earlier this week, coinciding with the launch of the new format of the multi-state lottery, which went live on April 8. 

Initially set up in 1994, the Heritage Fund exists to provide financial support using a portion of money generated by the National Lottery to sustain the heritage of the UK through the maintenance of historical buildings, monuments and landscapes.

Sweden’s Government, the Riksdag, has voted to close the country’s last remaining land-based casino. However, Swedish-based players will still be able to enjoy casino games online.

As of 2023, there are believed to be at least 175 online casinos operating legally in the UK, and the UKGC has the power to issue more licences to new operators. 

Metric Gaming, a technology provider, have launched a new sportsbook in the UK via a new partnership with betting platform, BetZone. 

The agreement was signed after a meeting between the UKGC CEO, Andrew Rhodes, and GRAI CEO, Anne Marie Caulfield, in Dublin, last week. 

President Trump dubbed the day of the announcement ‘Liberation Day’ and promised that 2 April would be remembered as “the day American industry was reborn.” 

Representatives from the Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) met with the shadow department for digital, culture, media and sport (DCMS) on 1 April, as both sides explored “key issues” relevant to the UK gambling industry.

More than £6m in National Lottery prizes are currently unclaimed, with some only days away from reaching the six-month deadline winners have to claim. 

Allwyn UK have received two international responsible gaming certifications, highlighting their efforts to safeguard their customers.

Ivy Casino, a Newcastle-based online casino that launched in September 2024, have announced a new partnership with iGaming software maker Blueprint Gaming. 

Terminal tells the story of Rav – a young British South-Asian played by actor Jaz Singh Deol – who is battling an addiction to fixed odds betting terminals (FOBTs). 

The health and social care select committee will hold a public meeting in Parliament this week, to look at the latest evidence related to gambling harms. 

The Irish regulator has advised that all betting and gaming companies will be obliged to register their interest to acquire a gambling licence as part of a new, wide-ranging framework. 

Bally’s, who also owns Jackpotjoy, Double Bubble Bingo, Bally Casino and more, will now have access to Yggdrail’s extensive online casino games portfolio. 

The City of Liverpool have launched a new initiative to tackle gambling-related harm, after research highlighted how prevalent the issue was in the city.

Thailand’s cabinet has approved a draft gambling bill which, if successfully implemented, would see land-based casinos enter the country. 

Gambling operators will now be banned from offering potentially harmful offers that would see consumers have to carry out two types of gambling, such as betting and slots.

The report, comprised of data through to April 2024, details positive trends within GamCare – as the charity beats industry averages in terms of mean and median gender and ethnic pay gaps.

Games studio Million Games have revealed that it is embarking on a journey to gain “some of the toughest and most prestigious licences in the gaming industry”.

The advertisement, uploaded on 23 December 2024, featured two prominent social media influencers; Rory Jennings and Adam McKola. 

The day is aiming to reduce stigma, encourage conversations, and provide access to support networks, for those who are struggling with gambling-related issues.

As part of the new landscape, the entity headed up by CEO Anne Marie Caulfield will form a consultative panel of industry insiders to ensure two-way communication to set up and adhere to standards.

However, whilst announcing their 2024 results, Evoke revealed that they’re behind their 2025 budget expectations, as well as their revenue growth target of 5-9%. 

Flutter, which owns popular betting entities Paddy Power and Betfair, among others, is undertaking this manoeuvre in a bid to “reflect the way the company now manages operations and allocates resources.”

York’s public health chief has called for an effective blackout on gambling advertising, similar to how tobacco ads have been phased out. 

Analysis of the continent’s figures comes as a direct result of a partnership between the EGBA and H2 Gaming Capital – the latter a renowned data intelligence firm.

A casino bill proposed by the Thai Government has received a major boost ahead of crucial debates this week, as the country’s Finance Ministry revealed that a public consultation - regarding the proposal - attained positive feedback from 80% of those asked. 

Australian slot machine manufacturer, Aristocrat Leisure, is taking four gaming companies to court in the UK, claiming they have caused Aristocrat to lose reputation, goodwill sales and revenue by copying the group’s Buffalo online slot machines. 

The findings, conducted by IFF Research and the University of Bristol, indicated a strong correlation between people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and significant gambling harm. 

QuinnBet has successfully transferred its services to a modern platform operated by Pragmatic Solutions, as the company endeavours to improve its standing in the UK and Ireland. 

The operator, which oversees 36 land-based venues across Britain, has been found guilty of failing to comply with anti-money laundering (AML) measures. 

International Game Technology (IGT) and Sisal have been confirmed as the two bidders battling it out to secure the highly sought-after nine-year contract for the Italian lottery concession.

Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) chief executive Anne Marie Caulfield has said that the newly initiated body will use the “full toolkit” within its remit to prioritise compliance and conduct to combat gambling harms.

The founder of Paddy Power has criticised that new legislation brought in by the Government, designed to protect players, doesn’t go far enough to prevent problem gambling when it comes to online slots. 

Thailand has unveiled a proposal to manufacture casino complexes in four locations within the country: Bangkok, Chonburi, Chiang Mai and Phuket. 

 A 59-year-old care home chef wins a huge prize jackpot after playing Pixies of the Forest slot game in a UK casino.

The London Waterfront Experience is situated adjacent to the Royal Docks, and will also involve an iGB L!VE takeover of the Waterfront Street Kitchen and Bar.

According to the initial report — which covers Q4 2024 and the full 12-month period — 2024 saw Allwyn attain a 12% growth of £7.41bn in group gaming revenue (GGR) year-on-year; a new record for the organisation.