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Esports April 8, 2026

HasanAbi Blasts xQc for Gambling Content, xQc Accuses Hasan of Hypocrisy Controversial streamer Hasan “HasanAbi” Piker has recently accused another popular streamer, xQc, of contributing negatively to society because the latter is promoting gambling content to his viewers. However, xQc responded by calling out Hasan on his seeming double standards when it comes to the politics that he promotes to his viewers. xQc Fires Back at […]

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Esports February 3, 2026

2% of Elementary School Children in South Korea Gambling, Police Says Children in South Korea may be exposed to the harms of gambling at a very early age, according to a new survey, which indicates that 2% of elementary school children have experienced gambling in some form. Youths in South Korea are Increasingly Gambling, Peer Pressure a Factor The percentage is a 0.6% increase from last […]

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Esports December 1, 2025

Riot Games Approves Partnership Between 1xBet and VALORANT Esports Team A partnership has been announced between 1xBet and the renowned MIBR’s VALORANT Esports team. Several months ago, Riot Games made a change in its policies regarding League of Legends and VALORANT that would allow partnerships between regulated betting operators and its leagues in the Americas and EMEA. This opens up a new possible source of […]

Esports December 12, 2025

Valve Bans Skin Betting and Sponsorships in CS2 Tournaments Valve Corporation, the leading video game company behind Steam and popular titles such as Half-Life and Counter-Strike, has revised its sponsorship policies to prohibit professional CS2 players from displaying logos of skins betting or casino-related sites on their jerseys. Valve Announces New Changes to Tournament Requirements Announced on December 9, 2025, the policy update applies […]

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Esports November 12, 2025

Epic Games Says Gambling Is Not Coming to Fortnite Video gaming juggernaut Epic Games has fired back at accusations of implementing mechanics for player-created gambling content. The developer firmly stated that it doesn’t condone casino-style games in its IP, although it became clear that it doesn’t consider loot boxes to constitute gambling. Epic Games Responds Epic Games’ response comes in the wake of outrage […]

Esports December 11, 2025

Poland Eyes Loot Boxes as Gambling Under New Rules Poland is considering a significant reconfiguration of its gambling regulations through a new draft proposal that aims to bring “games incentives and virtual goods” under the Gambling Act of 2009. The proposal, backed by Poland 2050 MPs, which is Szymon Hołownia’s political party, was created following the 2020 presidential elections, specifically targets loot boxes in […]

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Esports October 31, 2025

DATA.BET Teams Up with Entain’s Estonian Brands to Spearhead Esports Product DATA.BET, a provider of cutting-edge esports betting technology and odds, has signed a new deal with Entain NCE, strengthening the latter’s esports footprint in the Baltics, and specifically, Estonia. The partnership covers the Optibet and Klondaika brands and provides them with access to advanced esports betting coverage, along with DATA.BET’s signature solutions, including Odds Feed, […]

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Affiliate Consolidation: Is Bigger Always Better in the iGaming Ecosystem? Sebastian Jarosch is the founder and CEO of Mithrillium Media Ltd. He has been involved with the iGaming industry since 2007; so it is certainly fair to call him a veteran of the market. As such, we thought he would be the perfect candidate to answer some questions regarding the iGaming ecosystem that has grown […]

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Alina Famenok: “Upskilling is no longer optional” Alina Famenok spoke exclusively to Gambling News on what modern leadership looks like in the iGaming industry, and what comes next for her after a successful stint as CEO of Already Media Q: You’ve come to represent a new generation of iGaming leaders. Could you tell us a little about your approach and how it […]

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Games Valley’s Ariel Reem: “Simply Offering Games is No Longer Enough” In December, aggregation platform Games Valley appointed experienced iGaming executive Ariel Reem as its new CEO. A few months into the job, Reem spoke exclusively with Gambling News about the changing role of aggregators, Brazil’s first year as a regulated market, and the challenges facing operators in 2026. Q: You were recently appointed CEO of […]

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18Peaches’ Aziz A: We’ll see a shift towards fewer, high-quality slot releases The studio’s focus on connecting with players via intuitive design and storytelling-led gameplay marks a shift away from classic content churn. In an exclusive interview with Gambling News, we sat down with 18Peaches Chief Product Officer Aziz A to discuss why they believe quantity is no match for carefully crafted experiences. Q: Where do you […]

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Angels or VCs: who should you bet on for your iGaming start-up? It’s a decision that can define your company’s trajectory, and I’ve seen it play out countless times. Here’s how it goes A young iGaming start-up is gaining traction. It’s backed by a smart team with a clear vision, and investors are circling. Usually, start-ups are simply relieved to secure funding, whatever the source. But where […]

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UK White Labels Are Under Scrutiny, But They Play an Important Role The recent exit of TGP Europe from the UK gambling market has cast a fresh spotlight on the white-label licensing model, and it is not particularly flattering. Following a £3.3 million penalty issued by the Gambling Commission for failures across anti-money laundering and due diligence, TGP chose to give up its licence rather than make […]

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Joshua Gamble: “Cross-sell is dead. What next?” For as long as I can remember, cross-selling has been a fundamental part of how operators market to players. There have been different approaches through the years, but perhaps the most common was simple: acquire a user with an eye-catching sports betting offer, and roll in some free spins to the promotion in the hope […]

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Toni Karapetrov: “Africa continues to stand out as a region with strong long-term potential” In this exclusive interview for GablingNews with Toni Karapetrov, Habanero’s Head of Corporate Communications, we dive deep into the exciting future of the gambling industry in Africa. As the sector evolves, Karapetrov sheds light on how emerging technologies and responsible gaming initiatives will shape the landscape. With a passion for innovation, Karapetrov shares his perspective […]

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Doc’s Sports Expert Raphael Esparza Discusses the Growth of March Madness & Women’s Leagues GamblingNews was recently joined by Raphael Esparza, a respected sports handicapper representing sports picks leader Doc’s Sports, to discuss the rapid growth of sports betting and the recent rise of betting on women’s sports. Unpredictability Is Critical to the Success of March Madness Raphael, who’s worked with Doc’s Sports for over two decades, has “done […]

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Andy Clerkson: “It’s a crime that sportsbooks generally look the same as they did 10 years ago.” The Unit has announced the appointment of Andy Clerkson as its new chairman, marking a strategic step in the company’s rapid global expansion. Clerkson, a seasoned executive with leadership experience at SportCaller and Low6, is stepping into a more hands-on role to guide The Unit through scaling sustainably across new and emerging markets. In this […]

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Matthew Olden: “We are a bridge between advertisers and a high-value audience that’s been overlooked” As the gaming industry evolves, so too must its marketing strategies. Context Networks is leading the charge with its Contextual Promotions Media Network (CPMN), a groundbreaking solution that transforms traditional slot machines and gaming terminals into dynamic, personalized advertising platforms. In this interview, Matthew reflects on how CPMN is redefining engagement by delivering real-time, context-driven […]

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TaDa Gaming: “Fishing-Shooting games are revolutionising iGaming” Disclaimer: This article has been contributed by TaDa Gaming Sean Liu, Director of Product Management. Fishing-shooting games give players a more engaging way to win, and TaDa Gaming is leading the charge, expanding across Europe and Latin America. This isn’t just another trend; it’s a whole new way to play. It is no secret that […]