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Studio harvests 5,000x win potential in farming-themed release Stockholm, 27th May 2025 – Independent slots studio Thunderkick has raised the ‘steaks’ with the launch of Milk the Cow, the latest addition to its diverse content portfolio that fuses the popular Wild Field mechanic with a Hold & Win feature to unlock 5,000x jackpot wins. WhimsicalRead More
New qualitative research from the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) suggests that many UK gamblers view responsible gambling (RG) tools with scepticism, seeing them as hollow gestures rather than genuine safeguards. Published this week, the Commission’s latest findings highlight how individuals with first-hand experience of gambling harms often mistrust responsible gambling tools offered by operators. ConductedRead More
The Coates family, founders of the UK-based gambling giant bet365, is reportedly exploring a high-stakes sale of the business, or at least a portion of it. In a Guardian released this morning, the bet365 sale could be worth £9 billion. According to sources, Denise Coates and her family have entered discussions with several Wall StreetRead More
In a significant move, Midnite Casino has been announced as the Official UK Betting and Casino Partner for the 2025 Snooker World Championship. The Halo World Championship will take place from April 19 to May 5 at Sheffield’s iconic Crucible Theatre. The event features 32 of the top snooker players competing for a £500,000 prizeRead More
Allwyn, the operator of the UK National Lottery, has announced strong financial results for 2024. It reported a significant 12% increase in annual revenue of approximately $9.6 billion (€8.8 billion, £7.4 billion). The impressive growth is primarily attributed to a substantial increase in digital sales, reflecting the operator’s successful strategy of enhancing its online andRead More
Bet on any player market with the Sub On Play On icon, and if your player gets subbed, your bet will roll over to their replacement. Tuesday, 11 March 2025 – bet365 is excited to announce the introduction of Sub On Play On, the latest addition to the brand’s portfolio of football promotions. Sub On Play OnRead More
Mastercard and Visa, two of the world’s largest payment processors, are under growing scrutiny over allegations that their networks have facilitated payments to illegal gambling websites. Platforms, operating without UKGC licensing, allegedly used major payment networks to process transactions despite regulatory restrictions. Regulators and consumer advocates have expressed concern that these payments have enabled fraudulentRead More
International Game Technology (IGT) has expanded its acclaimed Whitney Houston Slot game to the online gaming market. Players in various European countries can now enjoy the immersive experience previously available only in land-based casinos. The move aligns with IGT’s commitment to delivering high-quality, omnichannel content to its global audience. The slot launched in land-based casinosRead More
20 February 2025—Today, Playtech announced a new long-term partnership with BVGroup. BVGroup has chosen Playtech as its exclusive Bingo provider for its brands, including BetVictor and Heart Bingo. BVGroup has successfully migrated its brands to Playtech Bingo’s platform, launching on BetVictor and Heart Bingo. This partnership marks a significant milestone and further solidifies Playtech Bingo’s positionRead More
Midnite, a leading online sports betting and casino platform, has entered into an agreement with Mindway AI to improve responsible gambling initiatives. The partnership will utilise Mindway AI’s GameScanner tool to actively identify and support players who might be at risk of gambling-related harm. Mindway AI GameScanner GameScanner is an AI-powered tool that merges artificialRead More
