All India Gaming Federation (AIGF)

You can ban them, restrict them, or send legal notices to people who promote them, but by hook or crook, they will find a way to endorse themselves. If you haven’t guessed already then yet again we are looking at a new way offshore gambling platforms such as Parimatch are using to woo the Indian audience. The new trick up their sleeves includes opening a legal offshore subsidiary, such as a news platform, and becoming the principal sponsor of a team in one of India’s premier sporting events. Known as experts in surrogate advertising, alcohol brands can learn so much from gambling platforms. Read the complete story to understand how offshore gambling platforms are promoting themselves despite being banned in India. Roland Landers | Nisha Sampath | All India Gaming Federation (AIGF)

🚀 Big News from the Indian Gaming Community! We are proud to share a significant development within the All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) ecosystem. Nazara Technologies Limited, India’s only listed online gaming company, has made a strategic investment in Moonshine Technology (Baazi Games), another esteemed and one of the oldest AIGF member. This move is a testament to the power of collaboration and the immense potential of the growing Indian gaming ecosystem. At AIGF, we believe that these partnerships not only foster innovation but also contribute to the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision laid out by Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi. By strengthening local gaming companies, we are building a robust, self-reliant digital economy and creating opportunities for the next generation of talent and entrepreneurs. Nazara's leadership in the online gaming space, combined with Moonshine’s innovative platforms, will further accelerate the growth of India’s gaming sector- one that is quickly becoming a global force. 🌏🎮 We look forward to seeing the impact of this collaboration as we continue to drive the mission of empowering the Indian gaming industry. Nitish Mittersain | Sudhir Kamath | Anupriya Sinha Das | Navkiran Singh | Puneet Singh | Varun Ganjoo | Avneet Rana | Anirudh Chaudhry #NazaraTech #BaaziGames #PokerBaazi #AtmanirbharBharat #DigitalIndia #Innovation #GamingEcosystem https://lnkd.in/gSpdGuTm

A spokesperson from the All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) added, "Global research consistently shows that outright gaming bans are ineffective. In fact, they often push users toward underground or offshore platforms, where they face greater risks due to the lack of oversight. These platforms usually operate without any consumer protection, compromising users' safety and data privacy." The All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) spokesperson also mentioned, "Imposing time limits or gaming restrictions, such as those on playtime or spending, has also proven ineffective worldwide. Users often bypass these restrictions using VPNs and other tools, making such regulations difficult to enforce. Moreover, blanket restrictions or bans infringe on individual rights and, as courts have repeatedly noted, violate constitutional protections."

Privileged to partner with ASSOCHAM (The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India) for the Rajasthan Startup Summit. Excited about the continued collaboration with DOIT&C and iStart Rajasthan to spotlight and strengthen the state's vibrant startup ecosystem, contributing to the Viksit Bharat Vision. Roland Landers | Sunil Krishnamurthy | Dhruv Garg | Soumya AK | Dedipyaman Shukla

How offshore gambling platforms bypass rules to sponsor PKL, ISL teams Opening an offshore legal subsidiary, offshore gambling platforms such as Dafabet are now sponsoring teams at India’s premier sporting events. Manisha Kapoor | Roland Landers | Nisha Sampath |

The Alliance of Digital India Foundation ADIF and the Indian industry leaders’ delegation met the Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry Of Corporate Affairs, Shri Harsh Malhotra. The discussion with the Hon’ble Minister revolved around the upcoming Digital Competition Bill 2024. Mr. Prateek Jain, Associate Director at the Alliance of Digital India Foundation along with his team Mr. Akhil Dixit, presented the deliberations to the Hon’ble Minister and highlighted how important the implication of Ex-Ante rule in the upcoming Digital Competition Bill, to safeguard the interest of Indian Startups especially in the Digital Space. Mr. Arindam Das, Director of Government Affairs at Qualcomm, and Mr. Dhruv Garg, who represents the Gaming Association, discussed the key issues with the Hon’ble Minister. The minister has assured us that he will take swift action on this with the ministry officials Dr Ritesh Malik l Saurabh Jain l Prateek Jain l Akhil Dixit #DCB #StartupEcosystem #LevelPlayingField #DigitalIndia #DigitalInfrastructure

We’re back with part 2 of our Game in Spotlight series, showcasing some incredible games for the weekend! First up is FAU-G by nCORE Games, where you’ll take on the role of a soldier defending your homeland. If narrative-driven experiences are more your style, Palace on the Hill by Seven Summits Studio offers a stunning journey of exploration and cultural heritage. Mythology lovers will be thrilled with Nodding Heads Games Raji: An Ancient Epic, an immersive world of gods, demons, and beautifully crafted landscapes. And for a dash of nostalgia, revisit the arcade classic Street Fighter 2 – because sometimes, old-school fun is all you need!

𝗔 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱: 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮! 🎮📖 A recent report, "𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀", authored by Dr. Niyati Pandey & Mr. Tarun from the Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar provides a deep dive into the efficacy of regulatory measures in online gaming. The report compares global frameworks and draws essential lessons for India. The comprehensive analysis covers jurisdictions such as China, South Korea, the US, the EU, and the UK, examining critical aspects like the psychological factors behind gaming addiction and the effectiveness of time and money limits. It highlights how different countries balance regulation with player autonomy and the challenges they face in doing so. For India, the report suggests that the way forward lies not in blanket bans or rigid controls but in the creation of 𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱, 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗿-𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. By focusing on 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴, India can avoid the drawbacks of overly restrictive policies and instead build a regulatory environment that promotes both player well-being and industry growth. This balance between protection and autonomy is key to fostering a sustainable, responsible, and innovative online gaming landscape. The report suggests that 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗲-𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘀, 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 would be far more effective in balancing player protection with industry growth. By analyzing global frameworks, the report serves as a blueprint for crafting a balanced, transparent, and adaptable regulatory environment for India - one that not only addresses the potential risks of online gaming but also recognizes its economic and entertainment value. This is one of the most comprehensive regulatory reports on online gaming published in India. Do give it a read! It’s encouraging to see public institutions taking up such research, and there is a need for more empirical and evidence-based studies across fields to shape critical policies and regulations. All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) | All India Game Developers' Forum

Allahabad HC bats for poker and rummy and deems them games of skill. https://lnkd.in/dngzhi5f #IndianPoker #IndianRummy #AllahabadHC All India Gaming Federation (AIGF)

The Allahabad High Court recently stated that "𝗣𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗺𝗺𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗮 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴". This decision aligns with a long-standing tradition of Indian judicial rulings, which have consistently distinguished games of skill from gambling. For over seven (7) decades, courts have upheld that skill-based games are constitutionally protected, particularly under Articles 19(1)(a) (freedom of speech and expression) and 19(1)(g) (freedom to practice any profession or business). In contrast, gambling is considered res extra commercium, meaning it falls outside the realm of legitimate commerce and is not a protected activity. Currently, pay-to-play online gaming formats, which involve skill-based games, contribute to over 75% of the revenue in India's online gaming industry. This sector is projected to grow at a CAGR of 20% over the coming years. As the oldest and largest online gaming industry body in India, the All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) will continue to advocate for all gaming formats and especially support the small and upcoming companies and developers. AIGF is committed to democratizing gaming, offering a wide range of safe and enjoyable choices for players and users. Sunil Krishnamurthy | Dhruv Garg | Soumya AK | Dedipyaman Shukla