Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa has decided not to conduct a survey regarding the potential lifting of the gambling ban in the country. The decision, announced by the Office of the President, is attributed to the precarious situation within Ecuador, where security forces are engaged in conflicts with armed groups funded by criminal organisations.
Authorities are concerned that conducting public consultations at this time could further escalate political and public tensions. In early January, the president submitted a list of 11 questions to the Constitutional Court. The final question addressed the gambling sector, asking the population if they agree to permit the operation of casinos, gambling halls, bookmakers, or other gambling businesses.
It’s worth noting that Ecuador had 32 casinos and gambling halls until March 17, 2012, when a referendum initiated by former President Rafael Correa led to their closure. The majority (45.76%) voted in favour of the ban, while 41% opposed it. Despite the prohibition, Ecuadorian gamblers continued to frequent casinos in neighboring Peru and Colombia.
Meanwhile, supplier Stakelogic has expanded its presence in the Swedish market through a newly formed partnership with Swedish operator ATG.
Under this agreement, customers of ATG now have access to a diverse array of both modern and classic online slot machines provided by Stakelogic.
Neil Tanti, Sales Manager at Stakelogic, said: “The Swedish market stands as our primary focus, and through collaborations with esteemed operators like ATG, we can fortify our standing as one of the essential developers in the region.”
Christian Erlandsson, ATG’s Head of Sports and Casino, commented: “Stakelogic is a top-tier provider of casino games, and we are excited to include their games into our offerings. They make a valuable addition to our continuously expanding slot collection, enhancing our position as one of the premier online casinos in Sweden.”
Stakelogic’s recent entry into the Greek market, approved by the Hellenic Gaming Commission in December 2023, has significantly contributed to the company’s ongoing global expansion efforts.
