22 October 2025 GPWA Times Newsletter

In this issue: Is social media evolving? | My first WordPress theme | Featured Affiliate: Alpha Affiliates

In the latest GPWA Times Magazine, read the story of "dapbet," whose lifelong passion for gambling didn't just fuel a career. It built a successful, globally reaching iGaming affiliate business. Read the interview

APCW Interviews: BetAndYou Partners
J. Todd was in London when he caught up with Lada from the BetAndYou Partners. Discussion includes its partnership philosophy for working with affiliates and generous variety of commissions, as well as a new brand it just rolled out.

APCW Perspectives: Biggest liar or biggest idiot?
J. Todd discusses what's wrong with the U.K. Gambling Commission and its latest Gambling Survey for Great Britain. The numbers are strange, perhaps because they changed from the Problem Gambling Severity Index.

bet365 expands Low6 Over/Under to Mexico and Arizona
Designed for the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL, the Over/Under game challenges users to select multiple player props in a fast and dynamic format.

Golden Boomerang League off to a strong start
In the first month of the tournament, sports traffic to brands within Boomerang Partners' client portfolio grew by 31 percent.

2RBO Affiliates heading to SiGMA Central Europe
Stop by booth 3080 at November's event in Rome to connect, share insights, and talk all things affiliate marketing, innovation and growth.

KNG Partners presents private event in Rome
On 4 November during SiGMA Central Europe, the La Famiglia event will bring together affiliates and industry professionals for a night of networking, fine dining, and entertainment.

Makeberry Affiliates set for SiGMA Central Europe
Partners visiting Booth 1036 will gain access to 4,000+ iGaming offers across 194 GEOs and 600+ trusted brands, including two exclusive casino brands.

EUROMAT files complaint with European Commission
The official complaint regards Croatia's failure to notify amendments to the country's Gambling Act and its implementing regulations.

UKGC fines online operator Platinum Gaming
The gambling business will pay a 10-million-pound penalty after a U.K. Gambling Commission investigation revealed anti-money laundering and social responsibility failings.

ACMA continues to block illegal sites
The Australian Communications and Media Authority blocked seven more illegal online gambling sites, after investigations found these services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act.

Evolution accuses Playtech of funding 'smear campaign'
Evolution AB claims Playtech paid intelligence firm Black Cube to fabricate a damaging 2021 report. Playtech denies any wrongdoing, saying it commissioned a lawful investigation into Evolution's conduct.

3-6 November 2025
SiGMA Central Europe 2025
In 2025, SiGMA Central Europe will be held in Rome, Italy, a strategic move that positions the event in one of Europe's most promising markets for gaming.

19-21 January 2026
ICE Barcelona 2026
Attracting over 55,000 professionals globally, ICE is the leading global platform to showcase the latest innovations, and product launches in the gaming industry.

19-22 January 2026
iGB Affiliate Barcelona 2026
iGB Affiliate Barcelona aims to provide a wealth of information with panels, presentations and exclusive insights from expert speakers.

Pennsylvania iGaming revenue had an impressive September, reaching $233.4 million, a 32.1 percent year-over-year increase.

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How is the role of social media evolving in your affiliate marketing strategy?
For most of the history of affiliate marketing in our industry, success has depended heavily on traditional SEO. Over time, however, social media has quietly evolved from being a side channel for engagement or announcements into something far more influential. This week's poll explores how members see the role of social media changing in their affiliate businesses in the months and years ahead. View poll

Last week's poll results: Do you use two-factor authentication for your affiliate accounts? 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:

NBA Commissioner calls for increased sports betting regulation

Dutch online gambling market shrinks as tighter regulations drive players offshore

Betfred says 1,287 betting shops may close if gambling tax is increased

MySharePartners suspends player acquisition

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