18 March 2026 GPWA Times Newsletter
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In this issue: Has Google ever removed your content? | Handling payments | Featured Affiliate: Rainbet Partners
 APCW Perspectives: Conflict and deception?Will the departure of Andrew Rhodes as CEO of the U.K. Gambling Commission lead to a conflict of interest? And why has Kalshi been accused of deceptive and predatory practices? 1xBet strengthens its presence in MMA The partnership with UFC Brazilian knockout artist Carlos Prates marks a new chapter for the brand in the world of mixed martial arts and strengthens the company's position in Brazil. bet365 named UFC's betting partner in US and Canada The partnership features sportsbook integrations throughout UFC broadcasts, including on-screen betting tickers, fighter odds, intro odds, and same-game parlay features. Mexico campaign success with PIN-UP Partners The affiliate program breaks down how its partner managed to bring in 23,000 FTDs and achieve a greater than 40% ROI, what strategies they used, and which decisions turned out to be crucial. Young joins UKGC as Executive Director of Operations As Executive Director for Operations, Sue Young will lead a number of the Commission's operational functions as the regulator continues its work to keep gambling safer, fairer and crime free. Ksa adds guidelines on ban of untargeted advertising The Dutch Gaming Authority provides licensees with further explanation and practical tools to comply with the legal requirements applicable to online advertising, with the aim of better protecting vulnerable groups against gambling advertising. Arizona charges Kalshi with illegal gambling operation Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed criminal charges against the companies behind the Kalshi prediction markets platform, for operating an illegal gambling business in Arizona without a license as well as for election wagering. New Jersey iGaming figures increase in February Online gaming revenue for the casinos and their partners was $251.8 million for February 2026, a 21.2% year-over-year increase when compared to $207.8 million reported for February 2025. Gambly and Unabated merge to form Gambly Ventures The deal is designed to serve both casual bettors looking for ChatGPT-style convenience and serious bettors who rely on advanced market data and betting models.   1-2 April 2026DigitalPlay Summit 2026 The event will feature 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.  6-9 April 2026BiS SiGMA South America 2026 Now in its fourth edition, the Brazilian iGaming Summit will deliver unmatched insight into Brazil and the broader LatAm gaming and sports betting markets at its annual event in São Paulo.  28-30 April 2026SBC Summit Malta 2026 Set in Malta, the event taps into the island's unique ecosystem of 350 licensed companies and more than 180 B2C operators. |
 Online sports betting and gaming revenue in Portugal set a record in Q4 2025, hitting €337.6 million, surpassing the previous high of €323 million set in Q4 2024.
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Has Google ever removed content of yours due to alleged copyright infringement?
If anyone complains to Google that a site of yours infringes their copyright Google immediately removes the content from their index and provides you with the opportunity to respond. For today's poll, we ask if you have ever received notice of an infringement complaint from Google and whether or not you took any action in response. View pollLast week's poll results: What is your click through rate for branded queries? View poll
If anyone complains to Google that a site of yours infringes their copyright Google immediately removes the content from their index and provides you with the opportunity to respond. For today's poll, we ask if you have ever received notice of an infringement complaint from Google and whether or not you took any action in response. View pollLast week's poll results: What is your click through rate for branded queries? 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:
New York explores biometrics to curb underage bettingBelgium investigates football star over Stake promotionNew report highlights scope of gambling black market BGC calls for affordability checks review
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADHow do you handle payments?
1Pays writes:
Many gambling projects seem to be moving towards crypto payments. I am curious to see how operators here handle payment processing today. Are most casinos relying on crypto only, or are they still combining it with traditional payment processors depending on GEO? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSWhich football league do you follow?New to the forumCellxpert programs
How do you handle payments?1Pays writes:
Many gambling projects seem to be moving towards crypto payments. I am curious to see how operators here handle payment processing today. Are most casinos relying on crypto only, or are they still combining it with traditional payment processors depending on GEO? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
Which football league do you follow?New to the forumCellxpert programs
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