23 September 2026 GPWA Times Newsletter
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In this issue: Locally unlicensed operators? | Getting back in the game | Featured Affiliate: PIN-UP Partners
 APCW Perspectives: Things get serious in the UKThings are getting serious for the British gambling industry, with a new push for an advertising ban and operators issuing warnings. Meanwhile, New Zealand is preparing to regulate online gambling, while Brazil could move to criminalize the activity. 1xBet bingo set for SBC Summit Next week in Lisbon, 1xBet invites you to experience the event through a six-square bingo card. Each square represents a touchpoint with the brand: from an immersive booth and interactive activities to networking and new partnership avenues. 1xBet follows Barcelona's Champions League title bid The five-time European champions enter the new campaign with a blend of established stars and emerging talent as they look to end an 11-year wait for another crown. BC Engine surpasses $8.6 million in cumulative rewards BC.GAME's BC Engine has surpassed 8.6 million BCD in cumulative rewards, marking a major milestone just over five months after the platform launched. Five-figure slot jackpot hits at Tonybet Last Wednesday, a guest on the online casino was playing Chests of Fortune when a €40 stake turned into €43,360. Fast Track launches True Value True Value is a new product that measures the underlying economic value of player activity from the first completed session. NCPG: Risk of prediction-market harm is real The National Council on Problem Gambling issued a statement from Board President Derek Longmeier on the rapid growth of prediction markets and the organization's approach to gambling-related harm associated with them. CFTC warns exchanges over prediction market risks The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued a staff advisory on mention market contracts, outlining when event contracts based on personal statements, appearances and interactions may be permissible. Seven and one-half myths about prediction markets Prediction markets are exploding, but how much do we really know about what happens behind the contracts? Legal expert I. Nelson Rose examines common myths surrounding the rapidly growing industry. Gambling loss deduction fix clears House Committee Nevada Rep. Dina Titus is urging House leadership to move legislation restoring the 100% federal deduction for gambling losses before the 90% limit takes effect in 2027. UKGC suspends Targetlocal license The suspension of Targetlocal, which trades as Ken Howell's Sports Betting, follows U.K. Gambling Commission inquiries that revealed anti-money laundering failings. Ksa adds new guidance on account closure The Dutch Gambling Authority's main principle is that it should be made as easy as possible for gamblers to close their account when they request to do so.   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. |
 If a proposal to ban licensed online casinos in Brazil passes, the illegal market share could double to 81%, according to the National Association of Games and Lotteries.
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How has the importance of locally unlicensed operators to your revenue changed?
New research commissioned by the European Gaming and Amusement Federation estimates that Europe's illegal online gambling market generated €12 billion in net revenue in 2025. This made us wonder whether the growth identified by the study is also reflected in the businesses of GPWA members. So, how has the importance of locally unlicensed operators to your revenue changed? View pollLast week's poll results: How has your use of paid advertising changed over the years? View poll
New research commissioned by the European Gaming and Amusement Federation estimates that Europe's illegal online gambling market generated €12 billion in net revenue in 2025. This made us wonder whether the growth identified by the study is also reflected in the businesses of GPWA members. So, how has the importance of locally unlicensed operators to your revenue changed? View pollLast week's poll results: How has your use of paid advertising changed over the years? 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:
Survey: Half of US sports bettors wager to pay their billsCritics question Cambodia's claim it has shut down scam compoundsNY Times: DraftKings targeted gamblers with AI-driven promotions
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADGetting back in the game
Bobby Sand writes:
I was a casino affiliate a few years ago, and I have decided to jump back into things. I would love to get a sense check on what you have found challenging about being in this industry and potentially where you see opportunities for independent reviewers like us. read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADSGive this site a reviewNew member ready to learnBans almost never come out of nowhere
Getting back in the gameBobby Sand writes:
I was a casino affiliate a few years ago, and I have decided to jump back into things. I would love to get a sense check on what you have found challenging about being in this industry and potentially where you see opportunities for independent reviewers like us. read more
OTHER PUBLIC THREADS
Give this site a reviewNew member ready to learnBans almost never come out of nowhere
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