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ACMA Moves to Block Four More Illegal Gambling Websites

The HALLO ECHO

  The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is set to request Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block four more illegal offshore gambling websites. The sites that will be blocked are Gibson Casino, Always Vegas, Viggoslots and Malibu Club Casino. Following numerous complaints about these services, the ACMA undertook investigations which found them to…

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GVC Appoints Martin Lycka as its Senior VP for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling

The HALLO ECHO

  GVC Holdings PLC has appointed Martin Lycka as its Senior Vice President for American Regulatory Affairs and Responsible Gambling. In this role, Lycka will be responsible for expanding GVC’s licensing and regulatory structure in the US and underscoring the company’s commitments to responsible gambling, sports integrity, and regulatory compliance. Lycka will also lead regulatory…

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EveryMatrix applies for New Jersey gaming license

The HALLO ECHO

  Technology provider EveryMatrix has applied for a license with the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement to supply operators with its industry-leading iGaming integration platform and gaming aggregator CasinoEngine. Seizing the opportunity and working closely with established clients looking to expand into new regulated jurisdictions, EveryMatrix has filed the application to New Jersey Division…

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Ukraine’s UGLC Appoints New Members

The HALLO ECHO

  Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers has completed the selection process to appoint new members to the Ukrainian Gambling and Lottery Commission (UGLC). The Commission now has seven members following the new selection process. One of the new members is Yevhen Hetman, who has a background in the field of international relations & cooperation, and has…

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Evolution Gets CMA Approval for NetEnt Acquisition

The HALLO ECHO

  Evolution Gaming has received approval from the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) for the acquisition of slot giant NetEnt. This was the final competition approval needed for the deal. The Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority has already approved the acquisition in September. The CMA launched its investigation of the proposed SEK19.6bn ($2.26bn)…

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Virginia Lottery Receives More Than Two Dozen Applications for Sports Betting Permits

The HALLO ECHO

  The Virginia Lottery has received 25 applications for mobile sports betting permits. The names of the companies that applied are not revealed by the Lottery. Big-name companies like DraftKings, FanDuel, and Penn National Gaming, affiliated with Barstool Sports, and major casino operators have already shown interest in Virginia’s sports betting industry and may be…

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