8 April 2026 GPWA Times Newsletter
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In this issue: Using an authenticator app? | The hidden cost of AI content | Featured Affiliate: PIN-UP Partners
 APCW Perspectives: Working backwardsThis week, we look into Sweden's success with problem gambling, while the addiction rate in the U.K. is seemingly exploding. Meanwhile, the damage to our industry from the U.K. Gambling Commission is mounting. 1xBet wins award at AGE Africa Last week in Nigeria, industry experts recognized 1xBet's contribution to the development of the industry and named the brand winner in the African Sports Betting Operator of the Year category. 1xBet named Best Sportsbook Operator Members of the SiGMA Awards South America judging panel praised the brand's standards and its ability to integrate innovation into its products effectively. N1 Partners Conversion Conf Warsaw recap N1 Partners team participated not only as delegates but also contributed to the conference development, serving as a PlayStation zone and water branding sponsors. 2RBO Affiliates presents Lodur At the core of the new casino and sportsbook experience is the Island System, a persistent progression layer that evolves across sessions. Paysafe launches Pay with Crypto Pay with Crypto allows iGaming brands' customers to use their preferred stablecoin or cryptocurrency to fund their player accounts, where permitted. Lithuanian regulator fines VSGA The Gaming Supervisory Authority imposed a fine of €468,350 on the gaming company, which operates the Casino Admiral brand, for improperly verifying the origin of customer funds on 2 April. Michigan issues 45 cease-and-desist orders The Michigan Gaming Control Board announced that over the past four months it issued cease-and-desist orders to 45 offshore operators that have been unlawfully offering online casino games and sports wagering to Michigan residents. Why Anjouan is seen as a safe bet Fast Offshore's Ron Mendelson explains that it is currently the quickest and lowest-cost option on the market, offering a careful balance of a strong reputation, compliance with regulatory standards, and flexibility. Caesars unveils WSOP Online 2026 schedule The 2026 World Series of Poker Online Bracelet schedule will once again run alongside the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas and will feature 30 online Gold Bracelet events held from 30 May through 14 July.   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.  1-3 June 2026SiGMA Asia 2026 This June, SiGMA will bring together top government officials, seasoned c-levels, and big name influencers to discuss the strong beating gaming pulse in Manila.  1-2 July 2026iGB L!VE 2026 The London event will converge all sectors in iGaming to connect and convert the strongest business for accelerated growth in an industry. |
 65% of bettors in the U.K. said they would refuse to provide personal financial documents if it was required in order to continue placing bets, according to YouGov survey commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council.
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How many of your accounts are secured using an authenticator app?
Over the past several years, it has become increasingly important to secure accounts with two-factor authentication (2FA) to help prevent fraud. At the same time, 2FA has been shifting away from SMS and email codes in favor of authenticator apps. Google Authenticator alone has been downloaded over 100 million times on Android devices. We are curious how widely authenticator apps are being used across the accounts you manage. View pollLast week's poll results: How did the first quarter of 2026 compare with the fourth quarter of 2025 for you? View poll
Over the past several years, it has become increasingly important to secure accounts with two-factor authentication (2FA) to help prevent fraud. At the same time, 2FA has been shifting away from SMS and email codes in favor of authenticator apps. Google Authenticator alone has been downloaded over 100 million times on Android devices. We are curious how widely authenticator apps are being used across the accounts you manage. View pollLast week's poll results: How did the first quarter of 2026 compare with the fourth quarter of 2025 for you? 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:
Lithuania eyes mandatory card to track gambling activities Alberta online gambling set to open 13 July Altenar sues Sportradar in New Jersey antitrust fight over US sports data
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADThe hidden cost of AI content in iGaming SEO
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The hidden cost of AI content in iGaming SEO Ni2A writes:
I've come across a pattern that needs flagging and addressing. Many sites are properly investing in their homepage and their core pages but then attempt to scale the rest of their content using AI drafts and cleanup. Is it time to turn back the clock so you can keep tighter control over the quality of your content? read more
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