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Kindred Group plc Group, along with Swedish operators AB Trav och Galoppand and Svenska Spel, has announced the continuation of their joint initiative to publish responsible gambling (RG) metrics for the Swedish market. Launched in autumn 2022, this collaboration aims to raise public awareness and promote a fact-based dialogue about high-risk gambling behavior. Every six months, licensed operators report key metrics to the Swedish Gambling Authority. These metrics include the percentage of customers contacted due to problematic gambling, the effectiveness of these proactive contacts, the average reduction in gambling among contacted individuals, and the share of contacted customers who choose to self-exclude for periods of less than and more than six months. The goal of publishing these metrics is to inform Swedish stakeholders about high-risk gambling behaviors and evaluate the effectiveness of preventive measures implemented by operators. By promoting transparency, the initiative seeks to enhance trust in the gambling industry through balanced regulation, technology, research, and human intervention. In the first half of 2024, Kindred’s report showed that the percentage of contacted customers who reduced their gambling after proactive contact slightly decreased to 76.85%, down from 78.19% in the second half of 2023. #casino #igaming #gambling #gamblingnews

🎰 EKG assess whether online casino cannibalizes land-based casino in the U.S. market, in a commission by iDEA Growth. Using publicly available data, a survey of US operators, with both land-based and online casino businesses, and proprietary modelling to drive their conclusions, the full report can be read here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gCxdcM6H InclineBet Vice-President Haig Sakouyan had this to say. 📣 "A rising tide lifts all ships. The introduction of iCasino should typically be a net positive event for most companies involved." What are your thoughts on the report? #onlinecasino #US

Major League Content was thrilled to attend the Slot Trends: Designing for the Future Player panel at the SBC Summit in Lisbon. This exciting session, moderated by Laura Petrauska (BET99), brought together industry pioneers Jekaterina Dubnicka (Slotsjudge), Myke Foster (FEG), Dr. Eyal Loz (RubyPlay), Aaron M. (Playnetic), and Vsevolod Lapin (Playson) to discuss the evolving tastes of slot players as we move toward 2025. 🎯 Key highlights included the importance of game design, mathematical mechanics, and the strategic integration of bonuses and features. With some casinos paying out millions in bonus winnings, understanding these trends is more critical than ever. 💡 When the conversation moved onto the impact of regulations on mew mechanics, Foster highlighted the challenge of keeping up with rapid innovation. “The real challenge for me is the speed of innovation into markets. Content is produced so quickly, as soon as something popular it is on TikTok. If they are not available in your market, players will actively seek them out in other markets.” 🤔 Loz added, “Either regulators work with tech companies like us and try to create incentives or they just regulated the market out of existence.” 💬 Meanwhile, Lapin emphasized adaptability, “In general, regulation is a challenge that can be worked on… We don’t feel too much constraint with the regulated markets, we just need to move quickly and adapt like everyone does.” ⏩ We're excited to integrate these insights into our own work where we can, a big thank you to the panelists for sharing! 👏 #SlotTrends #GamingInnovation #SBCLisbon #SBC #SlotDesign #Gambling #PlayerEngagement #GameDevelopment

📢 MGA will host the GREF annual conference in Malta in May 2024 🎤 The Gambling Regulators European Forum (GREF) 2024 Annual Conference will take place in Malta in May, hosted by Malta Gaming Authority 📰 Read the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q02hJfgG0 #SiGMA #SiGMANews #Casino #iGaming #SportsBetting #Betting #Gambling #GamingRegulation2024 #InternationalGamingConference #GamingSectorTrends

In 2022, the Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) within the gambling sector in Belgium was €1.46 billion. More than half of it, some 800 million, was spent online. Gross profit from online gambling almost doubled compared to 2018 and was never so high, the report shows. But who are the big winners? What is striking about the two biggest companies on the list is that they are both managed by Ardent Group Belgium, a Liège-based investment group that owns 20 online gambling websites in total. Apart from Circus and Casino777, Ardent also owns a licence for PokerStars.be in Belgium. Curious for more? Take a look below👇 https://lnkd.in/e2Bbm-cR Andrei Stiru #forbesbelgium #forbesbelgie #forbesbelgique

Our data shows that leisure and gaming companies consistently rank worst for leadership among our institutions, particularly for integrity and contribution to Australian society. To improve these perceptions, the industry must reduce its negative impact on society. Australia is recognised as a global leader in #gambling technology, and our data indicates it is viewed as somewhat competent. However, without decisive intervention, our gambling addiction—and its harmful effects—will only grow. Read more 👉 https://buff.ly/4dSfbFr #australianleadership #gamblingreform #sportsbetting

Our Senior Partnership Manager, Zdenek L., just gave an interview to the established Focus Gaming News, where he talked about our expectations for the SiGMA Americas event. During the interview, Zdenek mentioned the challenges and opportunities the Brazilian market presents and gave his thoughts regarding the Brazilian gaming law. To conclude the interview, our Zdenek discussed the development of the iGaming market in the previous months, drawing particular attention to Latin America. Furthermore, he revealed more about Endorphina’s achievement of being one of the first casino software suppliers authorized to offer their games in the newly regulated market of Peru. Read the full interview here (https://lnkd.in/dCW-2Vkz) and learn more about our expansion plans in 2024!

We couldn’t have wished for a better start to SBC Summit Rio. 🇧🇷 In light of the recent approval of Brazil's gambling regulations for sports betting and online casinos, there was a genuine excitement in the air at the event, and our team spent the first day in lively discussions with local and international industry insiders. Yesterday, Ronaldo Kos, Head of Latam at IDnow, also participated in the panel session: 'Player Protection: Lessons from within and without Brazil.' The panelists offered diverse perspectives on ensuring player safety in the dynamic iGaming landscape; from regulatory nuances, to global best practices, they delved into the strategies that can elevate player protection standards in the Brazilian market. Ronaldo's views on the importance of industry-wide collaboration to establish baseline standards for the player experience was shared by the panelists. We're more empowered than ever to continue to collaborate to create a secure and responsible future for gaming and gambling in Latam. 🚀 Check out a summary of the first few days at SBC Summit Rio below: But, it's not over yet! We're still here and looking forward to more enlightening sessions and connecting with fellow professionals today. Swing by our booth D300 to learn more about how we can help you offer a safe, secure and responsible gaming experience for you and your customers in Brazil and beyond. 🤝 Meet the team: Roger Redfearn-Tyrzyk, Ronaldo Kos, Max Irwin, James Hudson-Dale, Michael Hughes, Christina Vagioti #EventRecap #IDnow #PlayerProtection #identityverification #SBCRioSummit

📎 In a captivating roundtable discussion, Victoria Vashukevich, our esteemed representative from 3 Oaks Gaming, shared her invaluable insights on the dynamic landscape of Eastern Europe's iGaming industry! 💬 From regulatory challenges to emerging trends, Viktoria provided her insightful thoughts. 👉 Catch up on all the highlights and key takeaways by visiting the link below: https://lnkd.in/gqSH7dDU 🧡 Stay tuned for more enriching discussions and opportunities to stay ahead in the iGaming world! #3oaks #casinobeats

Thanks again to the guys at One-Zero for a great event yesterday #OneZeroDublin Some great talks on topics including how clubs engage & understand their fanbase harnessing data, the future of women's boxing and tech innovation in all levels of sport. Proud to have been part of the conversation on the upcoming new regulatory framework in Ireland and the potential impact on player protection and sustainability. #igaming #sportbetting #igamingindustry #playerprotection #sustainability