William Hill Adds Octoplay Content on the UK
Octoplay has extended its presence in the UK market by launching its popular content with William Hill, the renowned sports betting and…
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Betting and Gaming Council Warns of Economic Risks from Further Tax Increases
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has issued a warning that additional tax increases on the regulated betting and gaming sector could…
AGA, ECA, and BGC Form Strategic Dialogue on Global Gaming Challenges
The American Gaming Association (AGA), European Casino Association (ECA), and Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU)…
BGC Appoints Entain’s Simon Clare to Horserace Betting Levy Board
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has announced the appointment of Simon Clare, Customer Communications Director at Entain, as its representative to…
Rank Group Partners Playson in the UK
Playson, a rapidly growing digital entertainment provider, has strengthened its presence in the UK through a new content deal with leading operator,…
Discussing Bojoko’s UK Casino Ranking Secrets with Lead Content Manager Ville Saari
As Bojoko continues to dominate the UK casino landscape, we sat down with Ville Saari, Bojoko’s Lead Content Manager, to uncover how…
DAZN Bet Launches Sportsbook with Pragmatic Play in UK Market
Pragmatic Play, a prominent supplier in the iGaming industry, has made its UK debut with its sportsbook product through a partnership with…
Rank Group Adds Boldplay Content in the UK
Boldplay has strengthened its footprint in the UK market through a newly signed partnership with Rank Group. This collaboration will grant Rank…
Swintt Expands Reach with White Hat Gaming Partnership
Swintt has expanded its presence in the UK iGaming market through a new partnership with White Hat Gaming. This collaboration follows Swintt’s…
BGC Congratulates Dame Caroline Dinenage on Re-Election as Chair of Culture, Media, and Sport Select Committee
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has congratulated Dame Caroline Dinenage MP on her recent re-election as Chair of the Culture, Media,…
Betting and Gaming Council Welcomes Grainne Hurst as New CEO, Committed to White Paper Delivery
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has officially appointed Grainne Hurst as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership shift…
UK Operators Invited to GamProtect Launch Event
UK betting and gaming operators are invited to attend the launch event for GamProtect, a new safety solution designed to enhance industry…
MERKUR UK Launches Political Engagement Programme with New MPs
MERKUR UK has successfully completed the first phase of its new political engagement initiative, reaching out to 253 Members of Parliament (MPs)…
Lottoland Player from Gozo Wins €750,177 Casino Jackpot
A resident of Gozo has made headlines with a remarkable €750,177 jackpot win through Lottoland, setting a new record as the largest…
How Sky Bet’s EFL Partnership is Saving Lives with CPR Training Scheme Supported by Top Footballers, by Steve Birch
This time last year, I wrote in these pages about one of the longest and most successful agreements in UK professional sport…
Videoslots Launches MegaRiches.com in the UK
Videoslots has announced the launch of MegaRiches.com in the UK, a new online casino designed for players seeking substantial wins. MegaRiches.com focuses…
BGC and Members Honor Paul Darling OBE, KC, Following His Passing
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) and its members are paying tribute to Paul Darling OBE, KC, following his sudden passing. Paul…
Bacta Welcomes New Gambling Minister, Invites to Annual Convention
UK trade association Bacta has expressed its support for the appointment of Baroness Twycross as the new Gambling Minister. In a bid…
BGC Welcomes New Sponsorship Codes from Sports Bodies
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has expressed its support for the newly established Codes of Conduct for Gambling Related Agreements, introduced…
BGC Statement on GSGB Publication
A spokesperson for the Betting and Gaming Council, stated: “The methodology used in this survey is different to those previously conducted into…
First Gambling Survey for Great Britain Annual Report Published
The Gambling Commission has unveiled its first annual report from the new Gambling Survey for Great Britain, set to become one of…
Department of Trust Partners with Evoke to Enhance Player Safety
Department of Trust (dotrust.co.uk) has formed a strategic partnership with Evoke PLC to implement its advanced Complete Player Safety platform. This collaboration…
BGC Members Donate Record £172.5 Million to Address Problem Gambling
BGC members have donated a record £172.5 million over four years to combat problem gambling and related harm, new figures reveal. This…
L&L Europe Integrates Stakelogic Live’s Chroma Key Studio
L&L Europe brands, Pub Casino and All British Casino, are set to enhance their live casino offerings by integrating Stakelogic Live’s Chroma…
GiG Expands UK Presence Through Betzone Partnership for Enhanced iGaming Platform
Gaming Innovation Group Inc. (GiG) has announced a long-term agreement to power the Betzone brand with its advanced iGaming platform, CoreX, and…
Bacta Research Highlights Parliamentary Lobby Potential
Bacta’s recent mapping exercise, which has created the first Geo-Political Footprint of the UK industry, reveals significant changes in the political landscape…
New Horse Racing Series Premiering on ITV1 and ITVX Sponsored by Flutter UK and Ireland
The world of jump jockeys will be showcased in a groundbreaking new prime-time docuseries premiering on ITV1 and ITVX today, July 19th…
BGC Welcomes New DCMS Ministers, Commits to Safer Gambling and Economic Growth
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has welcomed the new appointments at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and reaffirmed…
MERKUR UK Partners with UCLan for Next-Gen Gaming Technologies
MERKUR UK is spearheading the development of future gaming machines through a new partnership with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). A…
SBC Announces Debut of Affiliate Leaders Summit in Lisbon
SBC is set to introduce the Affiliate Leaders Summit at the upcoming SBC Summit in Lisbon, their flagship event anticipated to bring…
Betting and Gaming Council Welcomes Labour Government
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has expressed its support for the newly elected Labour government and has committed to collaborating with…
BetMGM Enhances Partnership with Newcastle United
LeoVegas Group has announced a new agreement with Premier League team Newcastle United, enhancing their collaboration by appointing BetMGM as an Official…
Entain – EURO 2024: British Bettors Show Low Support for Home Team
As EURO 2024 unfolds, data from Entain reveals that only 20% of UK bets are backing the England team, despite their strong…
The Football Pools Inks Strategic UK Deal with GiG
Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has finalized a long-term agreement to support The Football Pools (The Pools), a renowned name in UK pools…
BetMGM UK Partners with Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.
LeoVegas Group has announced a new multi-year partnership with Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C., designating BetMGM as the club’s Official European…
Charities Benefit from BGC Britannia Stakes Race Donation
A selection of prominent UK charities have received significant funding following the Britannia Stakes race at Royal Ascot, courtesy of the Betting…
UK Gambling Industry Sees Record Growth with Euros and Ascot
The UK gambling industry is poised for record-breaking user growth as major events like Euro 2024 and Royal Ascot converge. Recent analysis…
Quickspin and Rank Group Announce Partnership in British iGaming Market
Quickspin has announced a new partnership with Rank Group, a prominent operator in the iGaming industry. As the British market continues to…
Betting and Gaming Council Welcomes Labour’s Commitment to Responsible Gambling
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has welcomed Labour’s general election manifesto, which pledges to collaborate with the industry to enhance standards…
Julie Harrington to Depart as BHA Chief Executive at Year-End
Julie Harrington has announced that she will be stepping down from her role as Chief Executive of the British Horseracing Authority (BHA)…
FSB Enhances UK Market Position with OctoBet Partnership
Global sports betting platform provider FSB has solidified its presence in the UK market by partnering with OctoBet, a dynamic new entrant…
BoyleSports Teams Up with Playson in Landmark Gibraltar Partnership
Playson, the rapidly expanding digital entertainment provider, has sealed its premier deal with a Gibraltar-licensed operator by establishing a significant collaboration with…
BGC: Safer Gambling Week Spurs Surge in Utilization of Safer Gambling Tools
New data unveiled today highlights a significant uptick in the adoption of safer gambling tools during Safer Gambling Week, indicating a heightened…
GambleAware Reports £49.5 Million in Donations for 2023/24
GambleAware has disclosed that it received voluntary donations totalling £49.5 million in the 2023/24 financial year, supporting its ongoing commissioning work. This…
BGC Members Achieve Record Compliance in Age Verification Checks
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has announced that its members have achieved record compliance rates for age verification checks, as reported…
Lottomart Expands Slot Portfolio with Yggdrasil Integration
Yggdrasil, a prominent iGaming publisher, has expanded its presence in the UK market by integrating its extensive slot portfolio with Lottomart. Lottomart…
Better Collective Acquires AceOdds, Enhances UK Presence and Upgrades Financial Targets
Better Collective, a digital sports media group, has strategically acquired AceOdds, a sports betting media brand, for a total consideration of €42…
Buzz Bingo in Talks to Acquire Two of the UK’s Largest Bingo Clubs
Buzz Bingo, a prominent omnichannel bingo brand in the UK, is in advanced discussions to acquire two of the UK’s largest bingo…
BVGroup and Kaizen Gaming Introduce Betano to the UK
BVGroup, in collaboration with Kaizen Gaming, a global GameTech company, has debuted the Betano brand in the UK market. This launch marks…
New £50,000 Charity Prize Introduced as World Pool Returns to UK and Ireland
World Pool, powered by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, is set to mark its UK seasonal debut at Newmarket Racecourse on May…