Danske Spil, Denmark’s state-owned gambling operator, has published its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, revealing continued revenue growth across core divisions, particularly in lottery and sports betting. Despite this upward trajectory in gross gaming revenue (GGR), the company experienced a modest decline in net profit compared to the same period in 2024. This dip was largely attributed to the absence of extraordinary gains recorded in the previous year and a reduction in financial income....
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Business News, iGaming News
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Greyhound Racing Ireland renews SIS agreement
Sports Information Services (SIS) has strengthened its dedication to greyhound racing by renewing its established collaboration with Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) through a new three-year agreement. Under the renewed agreement,...
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DGOJ reports 21.6% growth in Spanish gambling activity
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iGaming News, Licenses & Payments
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iGaming News, Software & Slots
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Immortal Romance Vein of Gold Slot by Stormcraft Studios
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iGaming News, Laws
June 23, 2025
WTA and ITF urge gambling industry to address player abuse
The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) and the International Tennis Federation (ITF) have jointly released a landmark report exposing the alarming extent of online abuse targeted at professional tennis players. The...
Business News, iGaming News
June 23, 2025
Amusnet and Sisal launch Dice Ways slot in Italy
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NEWS Malta
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Education Ministry’s media directive ruled unlawful
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NEWS Malta
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MMH bondholders protected after company rescue deal
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iGaming News, Laws
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Who Audits iGaming Platforms in Remote Countries?
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iGaming News, Laws
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iGaming News, Laws
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Is the UKGC Facing a Crisis of Credibility?
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iGaming News, Laws
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Laws
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iGaming News, Laws
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iGaming News, Laws
June 21, 2025
The Hidden Risks of Local iGaming Compliance
Over recent years, the iGaming industry has seen a surge in operators claiming to adhere to local compliance regulations. However, this concept of “local compliance” often masks a complex web...
Taxation
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How Malta’s tax advisors shield global gaming profits
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Banking
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Laws
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Weak implementation of AMLD provisions in Maltese law
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NEWS Malta
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Curia leases Apap Institute to Saudi national amid secrecy
A prominent historical property located in the centre of Santa Venera, Malta — known as the Apap Institute — has been quietly leased by the Archdiocese of Malta (the Curia)...
NEWS Malta
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Court orders €170,000 payout to Maestro Brian Schembri
A long-standing legal battle between renowned conductor Maestro Brian Schembri and Malta’s national orchestra has ended with a court ruling that may result in a public payout of nearly €170,000...
Business News, iGaming News
June 20, 2025
Hub88 adds 100HP crash and instant games
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iGaming News, Software & Slots
June 20, 2025
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Northern Lights Gaming has unveiled the latest addition to its well-regarded Unusual Suspects slot series, titled Legends of Olympus. Set in a mythological world where gods rule and fortunes await,...
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June 20, 2025
EGT games now live on Bangbet Nigeria platform
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iGaming News, Laws
June 20, 2025
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Explore how top nations are shaping iGaming with reform policies, transparency, and innovation in online gambling regulation.
iGaming News, Laws
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