9 September 2026 GPWA Times Newsletter
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In this issue: How many languages? | Mixed gambling and doomscrolling? | Featured Affiliate: 1xBet Partners
 APCW Interviews: 2RBO AffiliatesWhile in London attending the iGB L!VE show, J. Todd spoke with Aviv, the Head of Affiliates at 2RBO to discuss the program's new brand ambassador, Diego Simeone, along with player retention and Betinia's Football Manager offering. APCW Perspectives: The beginning of the end Is this the beginning of the end for betting shops in the U.K? The government and Gambling Commission have spent years tightening the screws on the betting industry, and now a new threat could do serious damage to the industry's reputation and put the future of betting shops at risk. 1xBet taps Garcia-Benn hype with $100,000 promotion The global betting brand is leveraging a major boxing matchup and Conor McGregor's massive social following to drive engagement. 1xPartners win award last week in Mexico 1xPartners was named Best Affiliate Program 2026 at SiGMA North America on 2 September. N1 Insights: September 2026 iGaming expert roundup N1 Partners experts share their observations on how product, media buying and SEO are evolving as the high season begins. Tonybet player turns CA$7 into CA$28,000 A Saskatchewan player won CA$28,000 after landing the 4,000x Grand Jackpot while playing Fire Stampede. New Jersey takes Kalshi fight to Supreme Court Last week, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to resolve a growing legal battle over whether Kalshi and other prediction markets must follow New Jersey sports betting regulations. Ruth Evans appointed new Chair of the UKGC Evans succeeds Charles Counsell, who served as interim chair following Marcus Boyle's departure in January 2025. G2E 2026 unveils main stage lineup Over three days at The Venetian in Las Vegas, G2E will feature gaming leaders for insightful discussions exploring the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of gaming. Robinhood to halt sports-related contracts in Michigan The agreement marks another step forward in Michigan's ongoing effort to ensure that sports wagering products are offered only through operators licensed and regulated under state law.   28 September - 1 October 2026Global Gaming Expo 2026 G2E is the world's largest gaming event where gaming executives, buyers, and industry professionals meet each fall in Las Vegas to conduct business.  30 September - 1 October 2026Affiliate Leaders Summit 2026 Held in Lisbon during SBC Summit 2026, the Affiliate Leaders Summit is a dedicated three-day conference focused entirely on acquisition, traffic growth, and commercial performance.  2-5 November 2026SiGMA World 2026 SiGMA World will take place in Rome at the Fiera Roma in November. Still home to some of the greatest academics, scientists, and artists, the country has all the makings to become Europe's next gaming hub. |
 Cyprus regulators are considering methods to ban players from using welfare payments for gambling.
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How many languages account for at least 1% of your web traffic?
Google Analytics reports website traffic by language, based on the language setting of each user's browser or device. How many languages account for at least 1% of your web traffic? In addition to voting in the poll, please share your observations in a post. What languages account for the largest shares of your traffic? Were there any languages or percentages that surprised you? View pollLast week's poll results: Where does your home page rank in Google's new Generative AI performance report? View poll
Google Analytics reports website traffic by language, based on the language setting of each user's browser or device. How many languages account for at least 1% of your web traffic? In addition to voting in the poll, please share your observations in a post. What languages account for the largest shares of your traffic? Were there any languages or percentages that surprised you? View pollLast week's poll results: Where does your home page rank in Google's new Generative AI performance report? 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:
UK weighs prediction market banUnderdog surrenders its fantasy sports licenses in seven statesNFL urges prediction markets to limit bets
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADMixed gambling and doomscrolling?
Valge writes:
Cyprus-based Swipe Games launched a format where you scroll through short video clips and bet on the outcome in a few seconds. Each round lasts 8-10 seconds, swipe up for the next one if you're not interested. Twenty thousand AI-generated videos are in the library already. How does everyone feel about this? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSWhat do high-roller players look for?Finnish sites looking for feedbackCounted coins at 24 crypto cashiersSetting deals only for certain GEOs
Mixed gambling and doomscrolling?Valge writes:
Cyprus-based Swipe Games launched a format where you scroll through short video clips and bet on the outcome in a few seconds. Each round lasts 8-10 seconds, swipe up for the next one if you're not interested. Twenty thousand AI-generated videos are in the library already. How does everyone feel about this? read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
What do high-roller players look for?Finnish sites looking for feedbackCounted coins at 24 crypto cashiersSetting deals only for certain GEOs 
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