BGaming and Tipos have entered into a partnership
BGaming has recently forged a significant partnership with Slovakia’s state-owned lottery operator, Tipos, marking its debut in the Slovakian market.
Under this collaboration, BGaming’s portfolio of licensed games will be integrated into Tipos’ online casino platform. Simultaneously, Tipos will enrich its online slots collection by incorporating BGaming’s content.
Marina Ostrovtsova, the CEO of BGaming, noted Slovakia’s considerable market potential. She eagerly looks forward to delivering BGaming’s gaming experience to Slovakian players, a goal the company has pursued for two years.
Štefan Hrček, Tipos’ Casino Brand Manager, emphasised the strategic significance of this partnership. He welcomed BGaming’s iconic games into Tipos’ portfolio.
The collaboration marks an important milestone for both parties.
Bookmakers and casinos in the UK outperform other industries in effectively verifying the ages of their clients
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has celebrated a notable achievement in British bookmakers’ and casinos’ age verification checks, with record compliance rates. Independent statistics from the auditor Serve Legal reveal a 91.4% age verification pass rate for bookmakers and 98% percent for casinos.
These figures show a 30% percent increase since Serve Legal commenced auditing performance back in 2009. They also position the betting and gaming sector as the leader in age verification compliance across the UK, surpassing other industries like supermarkets, convenience stores, and petrol stations. Notably, compliance rates in this sector outstrip those in the alcohol and lottery sectors by 10 to 15 percent.
Wes Himes, BGC’s Executive Director for Standards and Innovation, expressed profound gratitude to Serve Legal for their steadfast commitment over the past 15 years, highlighting their role in driving this positive change.
Himes noted the indispensable economic role played by bookmakers and casinos on the UK’s high streets, as well as in the broader leisure and tourism sector. However, he stressed that economic contributions must be accompanied by the highest standards of responsibility and compliance.
Earlier it was reported UK’s that online self-assessment tool attracted 100,000 users in its first year.
ComeOn Group’s Swedish platform welcomes the introduction of Slotmill games
Slotmill has launched its content across the brands of the ComeOn Group, operating under the Swedish licence. The initial set of Slotmill games hit the market earlier this month, with plans for a complete rollout of Slotmill’s portfolio in the near future.
Established in 2008, ComeOn Group is a leading online operator in Sweden, offering a blend of sports and casino entertainment through its platform. The collaboration with Slotmill is anticipated to introduce a diverse array of gaming options, enriching the experience for ComeOn’s dedicated players.
Andreas Ternström, Chief Commercial Officer at Slotmill, expressed pride in ComeOn’s decision to integrate Slotmill as a trusted supplier. He highlighted ComeOn’s strong market presence and reputation for innovation and social responsibility.
Greg Kett, Director of Casino at ComeOn, stressed Slotmill’s reputation for delivering engaging and innovative games, predicting a warm reception from ComeOn’s player base.
Denmark’s gross gaming revenue for April experienced a decline, amounting to DKK 595 million
Spillemyndigheden, Denmark’s gambling regulator, has unveiled the country’s latest gambling spend figures for April. The combined Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) for various sectors including betting, gaming machines, land-based and online casinos experienced a 6.9% decrease, amounting to DKK 595m.
Among the key findings, all sectors, except one, witnessed a decline compared to April 2023. Betting GGR, for instance, reached DKK 195m this April, marking a notable decrease of 20.9% from the previous year.
Land-based casinos also reported a slight dip of 1.6% year-on-year, with GGR totaling DKK 31m. On average, daily GGR amounted to DKK 993,866. Similarly, GGR from gaming machines experienced a downturn, dropping by 7.3% to DKK 96m compared to April 2023.
In contrast, online casinos saw an increase of 6.04% year-on-year, with GGR reaching DKK 273m for April 2024, surpassing the previous year’s DKK 257m. This sector emerged as the top performer in terms of GGR generated.
The Italian gambling regulator has officially announced new regulations concerning bonuses
Starting June 1, the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) is implementing new rules for managing bonuses in the gambling sector. These changes aim to provide clarity on bonus usage, terms, payment methods, and tax implications.
Operators had long sought these adjustments since 2006 due to ambiguity in calculating bonus costs for tax purposes. The new regulations will factor in both bonuses and player stakes for tax computations. Additionally, the ADM will introduce a streamlined process for rectifying palpable errors, addressing longstanding disputes between bookmakers and customers.
