5 March 2025 GPWA Times Newsletter

Recognition for February's most active members
The GPWA is happy to announce our most active members for February. We're giving an extra special thanks to NoDepositCasinos, the most active poster last month. The site is being featured on the GPWA home page in March. Congratulations!

Recognizing February's most active AMs
Congrats to the most active affiliate program representatives in February. We're giving an extra special thanks to Tatiana of Boomerang Partners, who was the most active affiliate program representative last month. Tatiana will be featured on the GPWA home page in March. Well done!

APCW Interviews: SBC Summit Malta 2025
J. Todd speaks with Dennis Algreen, Marketing Director at SBC, who shares insights on the SBC Summit in Malta this June, including key learning opportunities for affiliates, the event's European focus, and the reasons behind the move to Malta.

APCW Perspectives: Success and failure
The U.K. Gambling Commission claimed that its affordability checks were a "success," despite news of dramatic failures identifying a player in trouble. Plus, other regulators seem to be chasing the UKGC off a cliff.

1xBet named the Best Crypto Operator in Eurasia
Winning at the SiGMA Eurasia Awards 2025 marks another significant international success for 1xBet over the past year, including Mobile Sports Product of the Year at the International Gaming Awards 2025.

1xAffiliates has successful SiGMA Eurasia 2025
Guests enjoyed productive networking, participated in a giveaway of valuable prizes, and had the chance to meet Gregory van der Wiel – a legend of Paris Saint-Germain and the Netherlands' national team.

First monthly winners for Golden Boomerang Awards
The Boomerang Partners tournament features three monthly giveaways. Team Leetz has been awarded the first prize for completing bonus tasks.

SiGMA Africa returns to Cape Town for third edition
From 10-12 March, the event is expected to attract 2,500 delegates, with over 150 speakers, an exhibition showcase, suppliers and affiliates, and networking opportunities.

Betsson obtains local gaming license in Brazil
The license, which took effect on 25 February, allows Betsson to offer its services in one of the world's largest gaming markets.

DraftKings player wins historic $9.28 million jackpot
The largest online casino jackpot in U.S. history, which started at $1 million and has been growing since February 2024, was won on a 20-cent bet playing Irish Pot Luck.

Nevada issues cease-and-desist order to Kalshi
The Nevada Gaming Control Board has ruled that event-based contracts on sports and elections are unlawful in the state without the gaming commission's approval.



10-12 March 2025
SiGMA Africa 2025
The conference in Cape Town will see industry leaders, visionaries, and innovators converge to explore the latest trends, exchange insights, and shape the future of gaming, affiliate marketing, and technology.

2-3 April 2025
DigitalPlay Summit 2025
The Indian Gaming Association is introducing the DigitalPlay Summit, featuring iGaming and sports betting exhibits and content sessions taking place on the show floor of the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention at the San Diego Convention Center.

13-15 May 2025
SBC Summit Americas 2025
Attendees will gain valuable insights and access to pivotal sports betting and gaming markets in North and South America at this Florida event.