The strategic alliance will bolster Novomatic’s reach across Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam ahead of a major product showcase at G2E Asia 2025. Novomatic has joined forces with Singapore-based Harvest Gaming to ramp up distribution of its land-based gaming products throughout Southeast Asia. The newly signed agreement grants Harvest Gaming exclusive rights to represent and distribute […]
Russia Targets Illegal Gambling and Crypto Transactions in New Crackdown
Crackdown on Black Market Gambling Gains Momentum Russian authorities are stepping up their efforts to dismantle the country’s illegal gambling operations, focusing on both unlicensed online platforms and cryptocurrency-fueled transactions. Evgeny Masharov of the Russian Civic Chamber is leading the charge, confirming that government discussions are underway to expand internet restrictions and block payments tied […]
Online Casinos Smash Records in New Jersey as Atlantic City Faces Fresh Challenges
New Jersey’s online gambling industry set a new benchmark in March 2025, pulling in $243.9 million in revenue—a nearly 24% jump from the same month last year. This figure broke the state’s previous monthly record and marked the third straight month where online earnings outpaced Atlantic City’s casino floors. This widening gap—now nearly $13 million—highlights […]
Aristocrat Eyes Interblock in $1B Deal to Break Into Electronic Table Games
The long-rumored acquisition is nearing completion, with a formal announcement expected in May. Acquisition Deal Nearing Final Stage Aristocrat Leisure is close to finalizing a major acquisition that would bring electronic table game (ETG) specialist Interblock under its umbrella. Sources say the deal is valued at around $1 billion, though some industry insiders believe the […]
Pragmatic Play Seals Three Custom Deals Across Europe and Armenia
TotoGaming Debuts Exclusive Slot with Pragmatic Play Pragmatic Play has teamed up with Armenia’s TotoGaming to launch Journey to the Galaxy, a custom-made slot developed as the prize for winning a national operator competition. Designed to drive player engagement, the competition challenged licensed operators in Armenia to deliver standout marketing and promotional campaigns. TotoGaming’s creative […]
Dutch Crackdown on Risky Gambling Pays Off as Player Losses Dip, but Illegal Sites Still a Threat
Regulatory Shift Curbs High-Risk Behavior New rules rolled out by the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) in October 2024 appear to be having a real impact. A recent report from the regulator shows a sharp drop in high-loss gambling accounts following the introduction of mandatory deposit limits and tighter oversight. Before the changes, 4% of users […]
Michigan Cracks Down on Unlicensed Sports Prediction Markets in Consumer Protection Push
State Regulator Targets Platforms Operating Outside the Law The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has launched formal investigations into several platforms running unlicensed sports prediction markets, raising alarms over consumer safety and the integrity of the state’s legal gambling industry. Among the companies under scrutiny are Kalshi and Robinhood, both of which offer products allowing […]
Thunderkick Enters Finland via Veikkaus Deal as Market Eyes Big Shakeup
Swedish slots developer Thunderkick brings its portfolio to Finnish players for the first time through a new partnership with Veikkaus, as the country’s gambling laws brace for a major overhaul. Thunderkick Launches with Veikkaus Through EveryMatrix Thunderkick has made its first move into Finland, teaming up with state-owned operator Veikkaus to roll out its popular […]
UK Slots Market Heats Up with Major New Entrants
Established Suppliers Make Strategic Moves in Competitive UK iGaming Space The UK online slots market is seeing significant expansion as major gaming suppliers secure new partnerships with established operators. These strategic alliances are reshaping the competitive landscape and bringing fresh gaming experiences to UK players. Yggdrasil Strengthens UK Presence with 32Red Deal Yggdrasil continues its […]
Relax Gaming Launches Jungle-Themed Slot Tiger Shrine
Relax Gaming has unveiled its latest online slot, Tiger Shrine, a 6×4 reel title set in a lush, overgrown temple environment. The game features expanding reels, animal-themed symbols, and a flexible bonus system, offering players up to 117,649 ways to win and a maximum payout of 10,000x their stake. Now available across regulated markets, Tiger […]
