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NORTH EAST SPORTS BETTING BRAND ACQUIRED // “This is a huge success story for a North East business and is another example of the region’s impressive output in the technology and gaming sectors.” Digital sports media group Better Collective has purchased North East sports betting brand AceOdds in a €42m (£36m) deal, as it looks to expand its foothold in the UK and capitalise on growing international interest in the AceOdds platform. Having been founded in 2008 and based at the Dissington Hall business centre near Dalton in Northumberland, AceOdds is a multi-language sports betting media brand that offers a comprehensive range of betting tools, odds, reviews and streaming schedules through its web and app based platforms. Mark Adams and Ben Jackson (pictured) of the corporate team at North East law firm Hay & Kilner advised the AceOdds’ shareholders on the deal, with Mark saying, “This deal, and Better Collective’s strategy of scaling their brand globally via local expertise across numerous regions, aligns perfectly with AceOdds’ vision of expanding its influence outside the UK.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eni8yfrj Ian Bowden Dissington Hall Enterprise Hub #NET #northeasttimes #businessnews #AceOdds #BetterCollective #acquisition #businessgrowth #northeastbusiness #drivingconversations #makingconnections

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🚨 AK BETS - COMMENT 🚨 Great to see the Labour government recognising the UK gambling industry is highly regulated and highly taxed and the 22.5 million customers who play safely and responsibly aren’t further shunted towards illegal markets by operators absorbing yet more tax. Problem Gambling rates will never be 0 but legislators working with legal operators to help reduce harm is the way forward. Our own view is that services such as GamStop shouldn’t just be a blocker for customers. The data captured should be used to help pinpoint those experiencing problems and the industry tax revenue generated directed at their treatment. Don’t penalise the 22.5 million with one-size-fits-all policy. Derek Webb’s ROI from Lobbying against the legalised gambling industry isn’t looking great. A good day for the legalised industry. A bad day for useful idiots with agendas. #PleaseLobbyResponsibly #Budget2024 #Budget24

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Eilers & Krejcik Gaming, LLC (EKG) has reported the UK online gambling black market could be worth £1.5bn in NGR for CY 2024, as the boutique analyst firm said its sustained rate of growth presented a “big risk”. The 34-page report – which is triangulated from Gambling Commission data, black market sources and in-house estimates – claimed the UK black market will grow 32% in CY 2024. The authors estimated the share of UK online net gaming revenue in the black market is 14%, compared to 12% for the Dutch black market and just over 10% for Sweden. Joe Levy reports. #EGRGlobal

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September Sports Betting News! 🎱 🤝 BetMaker Partnering Up with Sportingtech BetMakers' horse racing technology has been integrated into Sportingtech's operator platform. This deal aims to upgrade Sportingtech's horseracing technology services for its operator partners, as the company looks to solidify its customer offerings 🎰 iGaming Industry Increase in Revenue and Market Growth The iGaming industry continues to show strong growth. In 2023, the US iGaming industry generated an estimated $12B in revenue, with projections reaching around $15B by the end of 2024. For example, PointsBet reported a 17% revenue increase for FY24 and Pennsylvania's July gaming revenue rose 7%. 📱Social Media Marketing Concerns A recent study by the University of Bristol found that major online gambling brands are frequently violating self-regulatory marketing guidelines on social media. The research analyzed posts from BetMGM, DraftKings, ESPN Bet, and FanDuel, finding that 75% of these posts lacked messages offering assistance for problem gambling or helpline information. 🚔 Global-Wide Increase of Regulatory Developments Some examples include: The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is urging Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to block several affiliate marketing sites. Also, In the Netherlands, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has called for the Sauber racing team and Dutch Grand Prix to avoid promoting Stake, an online gambling operator If you want to work in this evolving space, check the link below!👇

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Our very own Daniel Brookes, BetComply's CEO, will be taking the spotlight at the upcoming speaking panel on "Spotlight on the UK white paper: how far do proposed regulations go for players and operators?" Join Daniel as he and his fellow panellists unravel the potential ramifications of the new white paper and delve into its implications for players and operators in the UK's gambling market. This is a discussion you won't want to miss - Tuesday, September 24th at 13:45 🎤 BetComply #UKWhitePaper #RegulatoryInsights #IndustryLeaders

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October Sports Betting News 🏈 🚗 CarJitsu Betting Approved in New Jersey Pro League Network (PLN) has gained approval to offer betting markets for the CarJitsu Championship in New Jersey, with plans to launch in July. This represents an expansion into a new niche sport for the betting industry. 🇨🇦 Alberta Opening Regulated Online Gaming Market Following Ontario's lead, the province of Alberta in Canada is opening up its regulated online gaming market. This move is expected to create new opportunities for operators and increase competition in the Canadian iGaming sector. 🇬🇧 Pragmatic Play Enters UK Sportsbook Market Pragmatic Play has launched its sportsbook product in the UK through a partnership with DAZN Bet. This marks Pragmatic Play's entry into the competitive UK sports betting market. 🏴‍☠️ Black Market Concerns in UK A survey commissioned by the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) suggests that up to £2.7 billion is staked annually with black market operators in the UK. This represents approximately 2.1% of the £128 billion staked with licensed online operators, highlighting ongoing challenges with unlicensed gambling activities. Wanna work in sports betting?👇

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Expanding into the African gambling market? Our consultancy offers expert services to software providers and operators, including: - License acquisition (B2B & B2C) - Sales and business development Our team has a deep understanding of the African market and will guide you through the complex process of entering this exciting and rapidly growing market. Reach out to learn more and take the first step in expanding your business into Africa! #gamblingconsultancy #africangambling #gamingindustry #businessdevelopment"

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The UK Gambling Commission has announced new rules targeting key areas in the gambling sector, including financial risk checks, direct marketing, online games design, and age verification for land-based venues. Rolling out between August 2024 and February 2025, the regulations feature phased affordability checks, starting at £500 and reducing to £150 until February 2025. A pilot for frictionless checks will leverage existing player data for six months, with smaller operators invited to participate. Industry response has been positive, particularly regarding affordability checks. Changes to age verification for land-based venues and online games design aim to enhance consumer protection. While stakeholders appreciate the Commission's transparent approach, concerns linger about ensuring all players experience smooth checks and the regulations' effectiveness in promoting responsible gambling behavior. Overall, these regulations represent a significant stride toward safeguarding consumers while maintaining a thriving gambling industry. Interested in a chat about regulations in different jurisdiction? Contact experts Lawrence Marchese ([email protected]) and Thees Buschmann ([email protected]) from ​Chevron Group today. #ChevronGroup #News #UK #NewRegulations #GamingIndustry #GamblingMarket #Compliance #ComplianceExperts

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❗️Part 3 of 6: The UK Gambling Commission application fees for a gambling license vary depending on the type of gambling operation and the specific licence category. Here’s a general guide: Remote Gambling Licences Operators with Gross Gambling Yield (GGY)< £550,000 = approx. £2,640Operators with GGY > £1 billion = approx. £57,304 Software Licences Gambling software providers with GGY < £550,000 = approx. £3,719Gambling software providers with GGY > £100m = approx. £24,905 The Licence Annual Fees is approximately: Remote Gambling Licences Small Operators with GGY < £550,000 = approx. £2,604Operators with GGY > £5m = approx. £157,753 For insights on the advertising regulations in the UK follow us @steelrose_legal and stay tuned for part 4. Meaning of GGY- Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) is defined as the gross turnover less the amount paid out to customers as winnings. Link - https://lnkd.in/gFdgP4AA GambleAware SteelRose Legal Our Standard T&Cs Apply To be continued in the comments below 👇 #GamingLaw #uklawfirm #legalcompliance #lawsociety #lawservices #gaming #gamblinglaw #GamingRegulation #LegalGaming #GamingCompliance #GamingLegislation #RegulatoryCompliance #BettingRegulations #GamingLegalAdvice #ResponsibleGaming #GamblingLicensingFees #RegulatoryCosts #GamingIndustry #ComplianceBudget #remotegambling #gamblingsoftware

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A new report, supported by Entain and developed by Regulus Partners, outlines comprehensive strategies to tackle the growing threat posed by black market gaming operators. Barry Gibson said: “Taking on the black market operators should be a key priority for policymakers around the world. It will tackle crime and raise money which could be spent on critical areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure. It would ensure that customers get greater protection from playing with fully regulated and legitimate operators.” https://lnkd.in/ey74RRMn #iGF #iGamingFuture #Entain #RegulusPartners

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Betting Brands Dominate Premier League Sponsorship Market. Betting brands now dominate the Premier League shirt sponsorship market, with seven of the 20 top-flight teams securing deals with betting companies this season. Aston Villa and Everton are among the seven clubs featuring betting shirt sponsors this year. Betting brands continue to have a significant presence in English soccer’s top-tier Premier League, accounting for 35% of the front-of-shirt sponsorship deals in the 2023-24 season, totaling almost $72 million, according to a new report by GlobalData. GlobalData’s Business of the English Premier League 2023-24 report highlights that these seven deals, with an estimated annual value of $71.79 million, represent a substantial share of the market despite an upcoming ban on such industry deals ahead of the 2026-27 season. The Premier League remains the only top-five European league with this level of sponsorship from the gambling sector. #igaming #sportbusiness #gambling #sportsinvesting #sportsgambling

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📣 Bayes Esports to Close Content Gap in Match Data🌟 As the Esports match data market continues to be heavily fragmented, data users and app developers are limited in their options to build fan engagement. Bayes Esports is now driving to close that gap by collecting publicly available match data and making it available to the community. 🚀 As an industry leader in data integrity and official match data, Bayes Esports will continue upholding the standards in terms of transparency in communicating with the market. And hence, its ever growing content catalog will clearly mark public content, alongside recommendations for usage. Ultimately, the vision is to have a unified esports data ecosystem across game publishers, game titles, and content users. Read Amir Mirzaee, our CEO and Managing Director’s full statement on iGamingFuture: https://lnkd.in/e3FZisGJ #BayesEsports #Esports #MatchData #EsportsData #EsportsInsights #DataIntegrity

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⚽️ Betting.bet Partners with Leading Sportsbooks to Launch Exclusive Free Bet Campaigns The betting aggregator has already announced partnerships with popular UK sportsbooks Nags Bet and Interbet.com. Read the full article here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/efzQrXbN #igaming #igamingnews #igamingindustry

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As featured in iGamingBusiness, Yield Sec reports on #illegal stream views of the Olympics 2024. Yield Sec monitored and identified 266.7m illegal stream views globally. Illegal streaming is not about getting something for free - it's about the serious risks users unknowingly expose themselves to. Behind the vast majority of illegal streams are malware, spyware, keystroke loggers, and other ID and data theft mechanics aimed at producing content for #crime from the audience. It's common sense in the internet-era to assume that anytime audiences get "something" for "nothing", then THEY are the product. Illegal streaming does NOT contribute to #Commerce, innovative #Content, or #Consumers. The hidden costs for consumers are severe, and the illegal activity of stolen streaming content also harms the athletes, sports teams and leagues, promoters, broadcasters, streaming platforms, influencers, and content creators who make their living from the planning, production and promotion of professional sports and entertainment content. As such, #Monitoring, #Policing and #Enforcing against the availability and presence of illegal streaming must become a leading strategy for all legal stakeholders. #IllegalStreaming #FightAgainstIllegalStreaming #Olympics #Streaming #Online #BlackMarket #IllegalGambling #OnlineGambling #Data #Monitoring

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I joined Dan 'Jungleman' Cates on his 'Winning the Game of Life' podcast last week and it was 🔥! https://lnkd.in/eNXWpBtx We talk how to create beatable games with the perfect mix of players at WPT Global, battling RTA, and our partnership with WPT Enterprises, Inc. Timestamps: 1:37 More Money for the Right Players 7:15 A Perfect Balance - It’s How You Distribute Players Across Tables 13:29 A Problem in the Poker Industry Getting Worse 17:44 The Role Pros Play in Online Poker 23:50 A Broken Incentive System 26:49 Star Seat - Making Poker a Spectator Sport 28:20 Building Your Own Custom Game Formats 32:29 Making Strides in Game Integrity 41:31 Real Time Assistance – The Biggest Threat to Poker There Has Ever Been 44:14 Changes to the WPT Live Setting 47:58 How to Qualify for a WPT Event 49:08 Holding Himself Accountable

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🚀 Exciting News in the Crypto World! 🚀 BC Game, a leading iGaming platform, has just inked a massive $40 million deal to become the principal partner of Leicester City! This partnership not only highlights the growing intersection between sports and cryptocurrency but also marks a significant milestone for the visibility of crypto platforms in mainstream industries. As crypto enthusiasts and investors, this development is a perfect example of how digital currencies and blockchain technology are becoming more ingrained in diverse sectors. It’s thrilling to see how these collaborations can enhance brand visibility and consumer engagement in both the sports and crypto spaces. What do you think this means for the future of cryptocurrency in mainstream markets? Let's discuss! #CryptoNews #Blockchain #SportsMarketing #Cryptocurrency #LeicesterCity #BCGame https://lnkd.in/egEciujm

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Here we have a review of the Trade on Sports Service over a 2 year timeline conducted by Honest Betting Reviews https://lnkd.in/eDACuhg #SportsTrading

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