11 November 2026 GPWA Times Newsletter
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In this issue: Preparing for the new Denmark bill? | Our industry is getting tougher | Featured Affiliate: PIN-UP
  Engage Fans. Monetize the Moment.In the new GPWA Times Magazine, Mark Phillip, founder of Are You Watching This?!, explains why the old playbook no longer works and why the focus should shift from driving more traffic to getting more value from the visitors already on your site.  APCW Interviews: Makeberry AffiliatesFrom SBC Summit in Lisbon, J. Todd speaks with Makeberry's Head of Affiliates Oleksandr about what sets the program apart, including the option to work with Makeberry as either a direct advertiser or an affiliate webmaster. 1xBet HYPE Fighting brings MMA action to Rome The 1xBet-sponsored event featured Raul Rosas Jr.'s 43-second submission victory over Colby Covington, a bare-knuckle showdown, and an appearance by UFC star Conor McGregor. 1xBet showcases PGL's expansion into Mongolia PGL and Ulaanbaatar officials have formalized an agreement to bring an international Counter-Strike 2 tournament to Mongolia's capital in 2027, with plans to showcase local culture and The Horde fan movement. Tonybet player turns CA$3 into CA$30,000 The Saskatchewan player hit the maximum payout on Electric Coins 2: Ultimate Running Wins on 5 November. UKGC steps up illegal gambling enforcement Alongside issuing more than 1,000 cease-and-desist notices, the Gambling Commission is targeting the financial networks and commercial infrastructure that allow illegal gambling businesses to operate. SiGMA confirms return to Rome for 2027 summit The third edition of SiGMA World in Rome is scheduled for May 2027, with organizers expecting 35,000 delegates at Fiera Roma. Lithuania moves to introduce mandatory gambler's card The proposed legislation would apply to both land-based and online gambling while also prohibiting cash payments at physical gambling establishments. The evolution of international regulation since the 1990s From Malta and Curacao to emerging jurisdictions such as Anjouan and Nevis, Fast Offshore's Ron Mendelson explores the changing landscape of online gaming regulation. CFTC: Geographic trading restrictions violate impartial access Chairman Michael S. Selig says geographic restrictions on domestic access to designated contract markets violate impartial access requirements, giving exchanges and intermediaries 30 days to comply or explain why they cannot.   30 November 2026 - 2 December 2026SiGMA South Asia 2026 Following a successful debut in 2025, SiGMA South Asia returns to Sri Lanka for its second edition. The event will bring together a crowd of industry experts and leading operators for discussions on the future of South Asia's gaming landscape.  18-20 January 2027ICE Barcelona 2027 Held in Barcelona, the event will give visitors exclusive access to innovations, technological solutions, regulatory updates, and the insights necessary to position their brands successfully in emerging and established markets.  19-20 January 2027iGB Affiliate Barcelona 2027 iGB Affiliate returns to Barcelona, offering free entry for affiliates and opportunities to connect with operators, networks and tech providers while exploring new traffic strategies and partnerships. |
 Catena Media reported a 30% decline in third-quarter revenue to €8.2 million and a 75% drop in adjusted EBITDA, as falling search traffic and weaker operator spending hit the affiliate, which abandoned its 2026 growth targets in October.
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How are you preparing for the new Denmark rev share ban?
Bill L 37 is making its way through the Folketing, with second and third readings scheduled later this month. For affiliates, the biggest change is the end of revenue-share deals, as the bill prohibits operators from paying third parties, including affiliates, based on player turnover or losses. How are you planning to adapt? View pollLast week's poll results: What is the best sporting event to attend in person? View poll
Bill L 37 is making its way through the Folketing, with second and third readings scheduled later this month. For affiliates, the biggest change is the end of revenue-share deals, as the bill prohibits operators from paying third parties, including affiliates, based on player turnover or losses. How are you planning to adapt? View pollLast week's poll results: What is the best sporting event to attend in person? 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:
Robinhood sues Missouri over prediction market contractsReport: Illegal betting website traffic surges in Britain since 2021Kalshi parlay losses top $1 billion
FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREADOur industry is getting tougher
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Our industry is getting tougherNewcryptocasinos writes:
Google is getting tougher on our industry. At the same time, AI is changing how people search for information. I think the old way of doing things is becoming harder to sustain. The light at the end of the tunnel is quality. You need real experiences, honest reviews, proper testing and content that actually helps players. read more
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What age is your oldest active player?Take a look at my siteClickout Media sites hit by Google penalties 
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