26 March 2025 GPWA Times Newsletter
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In this issue: Commissions being shaved? | Adding affiliate links | Featured Affiliate: Alpha Affiliates
 Nomination deadline extended for iGB AwardsThe iGB Affiliate Awards nomination deadline has been extended to 2 April. The ceremony will take place on 3 July during iGB L!VE week in London. Further information and nomination instructions can be found inside this thread.  The GPWA welcomes 1xBit Partners and BetPlays Partners as new sponsors. They are pleased to be helping our industry grow as members of our community. APCW Perspectives: Do words matter?Dutch authorities had some interesting words about online gambling advertising rules. Plus, The Guardian had some carefully chosen words about credit cards and gambling. Golden Boomerang Awards 2025 update The Golden Boomerang Awards 2025 final will take place in May. The top 30 affiliate teams will participate in an exclusive business networking event. Makeberry Affiliates partners with WinSpirit and RocketPlay This decision strengthens Makeberry's position in the market and unlocks new opportunities for affiliates looking for high-quality offers with a streamlined, data-driven approach. UKGC releases safer gambling rules To enhance consumer safety and transparency in promotional offers, the Gambling Commission will implement new regulations in December 2025, specifically banning mixed-product promotions and capping bonus wagering requirements. Fine imposed on UAB Novogaming Vilnius The Lithuanian regulator fined the gaming organizer 11,115 euros for violations of the Law on Gambling of the Republic of Lithuania. New dates announced for iGC Africa 2025 The organizers of iGC Africa, the iGaming summit focused on the African market, have announced new dates for the event: 15-17 October 2025, in Marrakesh. SiGMA Poker Tour launches this April With a $250,000 guaranteed prize pool, players will have the chance to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level from 9-14 April in Brazil. Michigan takes action against illegal operators The Michigan Gaming Control Board issued cease-and-desist letters to 10 illegal offshore operators owned by Apex Dynamics. OpenBet completes management buyout from Endeavor OpenBet announced the completion of its sale by Endeavor Group Holdings to OB Global Holdings LLC in a management buyout backed by Ariel Emanuel.   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. |
 Sweden's Spelinspektionen fined Glitnor Services and LeoVegas' Roar Vegas SEK8 million for failing to intervene fast enough to prevent three players from excessive gambling behavior.
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Have your commissions been shaved?
GPWA member "Pokerface" wants to know if you think an affiliate program has shaved your commissions in the past? View pollLast week's poll results: How do you stay compliant with changing gambling affiliate regulations? View poll
GPWA member "Pokerface" wants to know if you think an affiliate program has shaved your commissions in the past? View pollLast week's poll results: How do you stay compliant with changing gambling affiliate regulations? 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:
Apple and Google hit with federal class action lawsuit over sweepstakes casinos Massachusetts investigates Robinhood over prediction-markets bettingNevada targets offshore betting with tougher penalties in new bill
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADWhen should you add affiliate links?
BettingBoss writes:
I am wondering on how soon should you add affiliate links to a casino site. Many believe if you have casino reviews up and no affiliate links you might lose the customer, but is it best to have a solid reader base before putting up affiliate links? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSA chat with ChatGPT The best crypto-friendly licensesTargeting a specific market
When should you add affiliate links?BettingBoss writes:
I am wondering on how soon should you add affiliate links to a casino site. Many believe if you have casino reviews up and no affiliate links you might lose the customer, but is it best to have a solid reader base before putting up affiliate links? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
A chat with ChatGPT The best crypto-friendly licensesTargeting a specific market
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