Gambling News Digest - Week 39

Top crypto casino and sportsbook, BC.Game, has announced its new partnership with star rap artist, Lil Pump. This follows months after another music star, Jason Derulo, signed with the betting platform.

These new partnerships by BC.Game demonstrates its commitment to attracting more users and solidifying its position as a gaming powerhouse.

According to the Directorate General for Gambling Regulation, Spain recorded an online gross gambling revenue of €346.3m in 2024 Q2, an 11% increase on the previous year. However, this figure represented a 1.2% decrease from the revenue accrued in 2024 Q1.

Online casinos lead the way, generating 49.6% of the total figure while sports betting followed with 42%. Active player accounts also hit 1.4 million and users withdrew a total of €740m during the period.

Political betting markets are on fire as the 2024 US Presidential Election approaches. Current vice president, Kamala Harris's odds of winning are currently at 50% while Donald Trump is closely at 49%, according to crypto betting exchange Polymarket.

While the industry predicts a new record for political betting, the US government has kicked against it. Senators have called on the CFTC to ban political betting, stating that it could undermine public confidence in the democratic process.

The ongoing strike involving 5000+ employees at Evolution’s Tbilisi Studio has reached a historic stalemate, lasting more than 76 days. Employees are asking for better pay and working conditions, with some having added hunger strikes in protest.

Though some workers have returned due to financial issues, about 400 members remain on strike. While Evolution Gaming remains in dialogue to fix the issue, another solidarity demonstration has been scheduled for October 7.

Exceptional crypto gambling site, Winz.io, has recorded another significant win as a player walked away with C$101,256.

The jackpot amount was won from the Dog House Megaways by Pragmatic Play with just a bet of C$40. This lucky winner joins the list of many other champions at Winz.io and other crypto-gambling sites.

Here’s a quick look at the benefits of playing at Winz.io

• Fast Payouts and High Withdrawal Limit: You have nothing to worry about as your money can reach you in a few minutes after hitting the jackpot. Winz.io processes payments almost immediately. The best part is that the withdrawal limit is 400,000 EUR per month, meaning you won’t have to wait long to get all your jackpot prizes.
• No Wagering Requirements: Unlike many other casinos, you won’t have to complete any playthrough when you use a bonus at Winz.io. You can withdraw your winnings immediately.
• Massive Welcome Bonus: New players can receive up to $5,000 or 800 Free spins without wagering requirements by spinning the Winz.io welcome wheel.

Almost 4 years after releasing San Quentin xWays, NoLimit has returned with a sequel to appease anxious fans. This follows after the launch of two sequels this year: Punk Rocker 2 and Fire in the Hole 2.

San Quentin 2 is a step up from its prequel as it offers enhanced visuals and innovative gameplay. The crime-themed slot comes with a 5x4 grid and a jaw-dropping 200,000x stake maximum win amount. Players have a whopping 1024 paylines to land winning combinations.

The game comes with features such as Enhancer Cells, Razor Splits, Split Wilds, Green Mile Spins, and xWays symbols. Landing 3 to 5 scatters will trigger 8 Green Mule Spins, where you have 1, 2, or 3 jumping wilds to start. There are also Buy Bonus and Booster options available.

Over the last three days, the majority of our partners and brands have been busy at the SBC Lisbon iGaming Conference in the capital city of Portugal. The summit saw 25,000+ delegates, 5,000+ operators, 2,500+ affiliates, 600 exhibitors, and 450 speakers in attendance.

After this conference, we will continue and join in various discussions and explore the latest trends in the industry. We will also track new partners and discover new casino launches from operators as well as upcoming games from providers. Stay tuned!

The SBC conference came to a climax with the spectacular awards and gala dinner, where attendees were treated to a sumptuous 3-course meal. There were unlimited wine, spirits, and beer all night as we witnessed the celebration of brands who have excelled during the year.

Here’s a full list of the SBC Awards 2024 winners:

Operator Awards

• Operator of the Year (Small) – Retabet
• Operator of the Year (Medium) - Campeon Gaming 
• Operator of the Year (Large) - Kaizen Gaming
• Marketing Campaign of the Year (Operator) - Novibet
• Best Affiliate Program - Bet365 Partners
• Rising Star in Casino - Vegas Legends
• Rising Star in Sports Betting - Boomerang Partners
• Casino Operator of the Year - Kaizen Gaming
• Sportsbook Operator of the Year - Betsson Group

Operator and Supplier Awards

• Leader of the Year - Betsson Group, BGaming, Soft2Bet
• Employer of the Year - SoftSwiss
• Socially Responsible Initiative of the Year – Entain

Affiliate Awards

• Affiliate Product Innovation- Fairplay Sports Media
• Casino Affiliate of the Year - Casino Guru
• Sports Affiliate of the Year - Better Collective

Supplier Awards

• Acquisition & Retention Partner – FastTrack
• Esports Supplier of the Year – BETBY
• Land-based Betting & Gaming Product - OpenBet
• Sports Data Product – Stats Perform
• Innovation in Casino & Gaming Entertainment – Coolbet
• Marketing & Services Provider of the Year – Optimove
• Virtual Sports Supplier – Nsoft
• Industry Innovation of the Year – BetConstruct
• Innovation in Mobile – Soft2Bet
• Platform Provider of the Year – Alea
• White Label Supplier of the Year – White Hat Gaming
• Innovation in Casino Entertainment – Soft2Bet
• Casino/Slots Developer of the Year (Small) – Pascal Gaming
• Casino/Slots Developer of the Year (Medium) – Wazdan
• Casino/Slots Developer of the Year (Large) – Pragmatic Play
• Sportsbook Supplier of the Year – Digitain

Payment Awards

• Fraud & Compliance Solution of the Year – IDNOW
• Payment Innovation of the Year – Pay4Fun
• Payment Solution of the Year - Noda

Congratulations everyone on your achievements!