12 March 2025 GPWA Times Newsletter
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 The GPWA welcomes Makeberry Affiliates and Starcrown Partners as new sponsors. They are pleased to be helping our industry grow as members of our community. APCW Interviews: 247 Partners LisbonJ. Todd speaks with Samuel Pellitteri from 247 Partners about its casino and sports brands, and how well it converts affiliate traffic. APCW Perspectives: Here comes trouble We knew they were on the way, but the new mandatory gambling levy and online slot stake limits will arrive in the U.K. soon. 1xBet wins award at SiGMA Africa 2025 The global betting company took home the award for Best on Mobile at this week's event, demonstrating its commitment to cutting-edge mobile technology. Boomerang Partners earns Casino Guru Award nominations The global brand has been shortlisted in two categories: The Fairest Bonus Policy and The Most Ethical Approach to Marketing. AG Communications fined for regulatory failures The gambling operator must pay 1.4 million pounds after a U.K. Gambling Commission investigation revealed social responsibility and anti-money laundering failures. Paf lowers the loss limit The Åland Island-based operator will lower the loss limit from 17,500 euros to 16,000 euros, limiting the maximum amount a customer can lose playing its online games. $900,000 fine for Sarah Eternal The Dutch Gaming Authority imposed a fine of $900,000 on Sarah Eternal S.R.L. for illegally offering online games of chance to players in the Netherlands on the Casino Sky website. Key benefits of Anjouan gaming licenses for online casinos Fast Offshore's Ron Mendelson explains all you need to know about the benefits of the Anjouan license. Leaders in Compliance Conference announces speakers Taking place in May, Leaders in Compliance is a new initiative by Gaming in Europe that aims to offer knowledge and networking to compliance professionals in Europe's regulated gambling industry. PrizePicks earns iCAP certification The North American daily fantasy sports operator received Internet Compliance Assessment Program accreditation from the National Council on Problem Gambling.   2-3 April 2025DigitalPlay 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.  7-10 April 2025Brazilian iGaming Summit 2025 Organized together with SiGMA Group, this event embraces now and is also known as BiS SiGMA Americas, the Latin American edition of the leading global events brand of the industry.  13-15 May 2025SBC 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. |
 The U.S. offshore sports betting market is approximately twice as large as the legal market, with five of the 10 most popular sites being operated offshore, according to a study released today by Blask and Next.io.
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Have you heard about Digital Identity Wallets?
In Europe, the eIDAS regulation, approved in May 2024, mandates that every EU country must roll out at least one European Digital Identity Wallet by the end of next year. Service providers that need strong user authentication will also be required to accept ID wallets as a valid method for online verification. Are you familiar with digital ID wallets, and are you prepared for this shift? View pollLast week's poll results: What messaging platforms do you currently use, or expect to use in the near future? View poll
In Europe, the eIDAS regulation, approved in May 2024, mandates that every EU country must roll out at least one European Digital Identity Wallet by the end of next year. Service providers that need strong user authentication will also be required to accept ID wallets as a valid method for online verification. Are you familiar with digital ID wallets, and are you prepared for this shift? View pollLast week's poll results: What messaging platforms do you currently use, or expect to use in the near future? View poll
Buzzy has been hard at work this week chasing down the latest industry rumors and gossip. Here's a quick look at Buzzy's top finds:
SkyCity asks government to limit New Zealand online gaming licensesReport: Mastercard and Visa are processing illegal gambling transactions in the UKHong Kong considers expanding sports betting to boost financesBitcoin Penguin closing
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADThe Italian market
BVInvestments writes:
Does anyone think the Italian market will open up again if some of the legislation gets reversed? Also, does anyone know how existing Italian affiliates are still managing to operate? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSShare your thoughts on this siteSEO of satellite sites for India region Does activity change speed indexing?
The Italian marketBVInvestments writes:
Does anyone think the Italian market will open up again if some of the legislation gets reversed? Also, does anyone know how existing Italian affiliates are still managing to operate? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
Share your thoughts on this siteSEO of satellite sites for India region Does activity change speed indexing?
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