Author: Charles Shephardson

TESTA conducted independent real-money testing of Betsson across three major Latin American markets to examine how local payment systems affect players. The testing was designed to understand how local payment methods, verification requirements and withdrawal rules shape the overall player experience in each country. Five in-market testers participated in each country, using local accounts, payment methods, devices and normal everyday betting environments throughout the process. Players do not judge a payment experience on deposits alone, as registration, funding, betting, verification and withdrawal all form one connected journey. A fast registration or a slick deposit can quickly be overshadowed when the…

Bet365 has confirmed the loss of 340 jobs spread across its operations in Stoke-on-Trent, Malta, and Gibraltar. The cuts represent approximately 3% of the company’s total global workforce, according to a spokesperson for the operator. The spokesperson explained the reasoning behind the decision, stating: “As an international business, we continually review and assess our operations to ensure the business’ long-term future.” They also pointed to external pressures driving the move, adding: “We are currently facing a highly competitive trading environment, plus increased regulatory and tax-related costs.” The majority of the redundancies, around 300 roles, will be concentrated at Bet365’s headquarters…

Rokker has completed its full acquisition of B2B tech supplier Pretty Technical, bringing the company entirely under its ownership after a process that began in 2025. The strategic consultancy first took a majority stake in Pretty Technical during summer 2025, but has now acquired the remaining shareholding to establish complete ownership of the business. Both companies share a common origin, as Pretty Technical was also founded by Rokker CEO Andy Rogers, meaning the full integration represents a significant consolidation of his broader business interests. Following the completed acquisition, Andy Rogers will step back from his operational role as CEO of…

DELULU Gaming is preparing for its most significant industry appearance to date, marking its first official stand at SBC Summit 2026 in Lisbon. The event runs from 29 September to 1 October, with DELULU occupying Stand A225 in Hall 1 throughout the conference. Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity to meet CEO Arthur Shaikhaliev, CCO Danielle Calafato, and CPO Alina Avekse Mathiasen alongside the wider DELULU team. The booth is designed to bring the DELULU universe to life beyond the screen, with characters helping tell a different part of the brand story each day of the event. Those…

Kendoo, the fast-growing slot provider based on the Isle of Man, is set to make a notable appearance at SBC Summit Lisbon 2026 this autumn. The event runs from 29th September to 1st October at Feira Internacional de Lisboa and MEO Arena, welcoming iGaming professionals from across the globe. Kendoo will be found at stand A433, where the team plans to connect with operators, aggregators, platform providers, and other industry professionals throughout the event. The studio’s presence at SBC Summit will centre around Locomotoro, one of its standout titles from 2026, which will serve as the entry point into Kendoo’s…

Even the largest crypto-native casinos typically offer only around 20 to 30 cryptocurrencies, which signals that operators rarely need hundreds of coins to stay competitive. The number of supported coins is widely considered the wrong key performance indicator when evaluating a crypto payment offering. What genuinely matters is whether an operator supports the assets and networks that players actually use on a daily basis. A more meaningful way to assess any crypto payment setup is by examining asset coverage, network coverage, deposit and withdrawal performance, speed, conversion rate, and reliability. Stablecoins already account for a significant share of crypto casino…

01.tech’s head of White Label, Aleksander Romanov, has outlined how the company’s ecosystem-first philosophy is reshaping what B2B iGaming partnerships can deliver to operators. Romanov’s career path took him from marketing into product leadership, where he gained direct experience in traffic acquisition, business growth, and the daily challenges operators face. That hands-on background now informs how he builds and develops 01.tech’s broader B2B ecosystem, bringing practical operator insight into product strategy. Speaking about his career evolution, Romanov identified a clear turning point: “Joining the 01.tech team was undoubtedly a pivotal moment, primarily due to the global scale of the operations.”…

Ruth Evans has been named as the new permanent chair of the Gambling Commission, taking up the position on 30 September for a five-year term. The appointment brings an end to an extended period without a permanent chair at the regulator, following Marcus Boyle’s departure from the role in January 2025. Charles Counsell had been serving in an interim capacity since Boyle’s exit, but will now hand over the reins to Evans as the organisation moves toward more settled leadership. Evans brings a distinguished background in public service and consumer protection, having founded Stop Scams UK and previously chaired the…

Holland Casino has publicly responded to a hidden camera investigation conducted by Dutch broadcaster PowNed, pushing back on how the incident was portrayed to viewers. The investigation saw PowNed reporter Abel Bijlsma attempt to access multiple casino venues using fraudulent identification belonging to a colleague. Bijlsma, who is registered on the Cruks self-exclusion system, tried to enter five casinos using his own identification and five more using a colleague’s driving licence. The Netherlands Gambling Authority, known as the KSA, confirmed it would be taking action against Holland Casino’s Eindhoven property following the findings of the investigation. The KSA also confirmed…

Primero Games LLC has completed the acquisition of the Gaming Division of Win Systems, including its Gold Club electronic-roulette business, the company announced on September 4, 2026. The deal significantly expands Primero’s international footprint, adding established slot and electronic-roulette products to its existing portfolio of gaming solutions. The acquisition also brings manufacturing capabilities and active gaming operations across key markets in Latin America and the Caribbean into the Primero fold. The acquired operations include an installed base of more than 3,000 gaming positions spread across Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Puerto Rico, and Panama. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed…