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Abdourahmane Baldé Appointed Director General of Senegal's National Lottery LONASE
Abdourahmane Baldé has been appointed Director General of Senegal's National Lottery (LONASE), replacing Toussaint Manga. Baldé, a tax lawyer, pledges to consolidate LONASE's achievements and enhance its performance, while the lottery recently launched LPbet, an online sports betting platform to compete with international operators.
Germany and Spain iGaming Markets in Focus: Conference Lineups and Regulatory Shifts
Two separate iGaming updates cover the 2026 Gaming in Germany Conference with a strong speaker lineup focused on treaty evaluation and market re-regulation, and Spanish regulatory developments including a public consultation on remote gambling amendments and cross-operator deposit limits that could reduce onshore spend by €300 million annually.
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Danish Regulator Blocks 334 Sites in 2025; Amazon Settles Social Casino Suit for $201M
Denmark's gambling regulator blocked 334 unlicensed websites in 2025, up 106% year-on-year, and expanded dynamic blocking of mirror sites; separately, Amazon agreed to a $201 million proposed settlement in a U.S. social casino class-action lawsuit.
EGBA report: European online GGR hits €18bn as AML and safer gambling efforts intensify
EGBA's 2025 Annual Activity Report shows combined online GGR of €18bn, a 34% annual rise, while the association expanded its AML work, safer gambling initiatives, and membership—including Tipico's addition and Super Technologies' board appointment.
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Josh Mammen Captures BetMGM Poker Championship After Five-Way Deal at Final Table
Josh Mammen won the BetMGM Poker Championship at ARIA Las Vegas, defeating Erik Eisen heads-up after a five-way chip deal among the top five finishers. The tournament surpassed its $4 million guarantee, with Mammen earning $481,180 and six online qualifiers cashing.
Ronaldinho Gaúcho Partners with CreedRoomz for Football-Themed Live Casino Titles
CreedRoomz has partnered with football legend Ronaldinho Gaúcho to launch two live casino games, Kickoff Roulette and Marble Cup, featuring immersive football-themed designs and a Gold Number multiplier mechanic. The collaboration includes Ronaldinho’s personal involvement in the studio production in Yerevan and targets operators in Latin America and Europe with localised versions.
Boomerang Partners Highlights Sports Affiliate Strategy at iGB L!VE London 2026
Boomerang Partners showcased its sports affiliate expertise at iGB L!VE London 2026, was shortlisted for Best Affiliate Programme, and confirmed plans to host the Golden Boomerang Awards during SBC Summit Lisbon later in the year.
Blueprint Gaming Expands UK Presence via Broader NetBet Rapid Fire Jackpots Integration
Blueprint Gaming is rolling out its full Rapid Fire Jackpots progressive jackpot portfolio on NetBet's UK platform, expanding a partnership that began in 2025. The integration aims to increase player engagement through more frequent jackpot drops while strengthening both companies' positions in the UK iGaming market.
Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel Earns AAA Four Diamond Rating
The Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel has been awarded the AAA Four Diamond designation, recognizing its guest experience and upscale amenities ahead of the first anniversary of its hotel tower. The resort features luxury rooms, diverse dining, a sportsbook, and cultural tributes to the Snoqualmie Tribe.
Mississippi Mobile Sports Betting Stalemate Intensifies as Hosemann Urges Senate Rejection
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann has urged the Senate to continue blocking mobile sports betting, citing addiction and economic risks, while House leaders argue illegal betting is already rampant and legalization would bring revenue under regulated oversight. The stalemate is expected to resume when the legislative session begins in January 2027.
OMNIPLAY’s Philippine blueprint: How operator collaboration fuels international iGaming growth
OMNIPLAY is applying lessons from its strong Philippines market to drive international expansion, relying on close operator collaboration, player-feedback-driven game development, and a balance of localisation with scalability.
Arizona Regulator Orders Five Operators to Cease Unlicensed Gambling Activity
The Arizona Department of Gaming issued cease-and-desist orders to five online gambling operators—BetOpenly, Bookmaker, Club WPT Online Poker, Kutt Inc., and Raffle Creator—for alleged illegal gambling and money laundering, while also announcing a new application window for limited sports wagering licenses.