(AsiaGameHub) -   The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has criticized a proposed EU online gambling levy that would be imposed alongside existing national gambling taxes, labeling the initiative as ‘fundamentally unworkable’. According to the EGBA, an EU online gambling levy would solely favor unlicensed operators, coming at the ‘cost of consumer protection’ and cutting into member states’ tax incomes. The European Parliament’s Budget Committee approved the EU’s upcoming long-term budget—the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028-2034—by a vote of 26 to 9 (with five abstentions). This framework references possible new direct revenue sources, such as an EU online gambling levy. While the framework moves forward to the next phase, EGBA Secretary General Maarten Haijer is urging lawmakers to rethink the levy due to its possible effects on the sector. Haijer stated: “Today’s vote is a provisional, conditional request for Member States to look into the concept of an EU online gambling levy. It is not a formal proposal or a final decision. At present, gambling is not standardized across the EU, a...

(AsiaGameHub) -   1spin4win, a seasoned slot developer, has broadened its classic collection to encompass 200 distinct titles. This milestone underscores the studio's dedication to providing premium gaming experiences grounded in traditional gambling. Following the debut of Cash’n Fruits 27 on April 9, the 1spin4win library has exceeded the threshold of 200 classic slots. This accomplishment mirrors the studio's consistent publishing strategy. By releasing four to five new titles monthly, the provider ensures a continuous flow of varied and fresh content for its international player base. This lineup features enduring fruit machines, immersive themed adventures, no-coin variations, and colorful seasonal releases aligned with major global holidays. Leveraging 15 years of iGaming expertise, the studio translates authentic casino vibes to digital channels. Central to 1spin4win’s offerings are sophisticated algorithms, balanced mechanics, and equitable RTPs. These elements constitute the developer's successful approach to generating significant betting activity and maintaining a steady 40% month-on-month retention rate. While remaining faithful to its traditional found...

(AsiaGameHub) -   Entain has highlighted its strong interest in the UK gambling sector, as Chief Executive Officer Stella David noted that the operator is expanding its market presence as the 40% remote gaming duty (RGD) period commences. Mike Snape, Chief Financial Officer, pointed out that the UK gambling industry has been compelled to evolve due to tax reforms, which David described as ‘draconian’, thereby creating openings for Entain to secure market share.  During this accelerated market transformation, Snape revealed that the operator has refused to slow down, whereas many other market participants have seen their enthusiasm dampened by such harsh tax adjustments. “We are capitalizing on the current market landscape, and this represents just the beginning of what we believe we can accomplish with our UK operations.” David also offered a positive outlook on Entain’s performance in the UK. She informed investors that the company aims for further market share expansion, reporting a 6% year-over-year rise in UK & Ireland net gaming revenue (NGR), with online NGR climbing 13%. When asked about the impact of the UK’s RGD rise, David...

(AsiaGameHub) -   ELA Games is pleased to announce its inclusion on the shortlists for the EGR B2B Awards 2026. The studio has advanced to the final selection in two categories: Slot Supplier – Under 5 years and Casino Software Supplier – Under 5 years. The EGR B2B Awards recognize the leading service providers and software developers within the global iGaming industry, celebrating both technical innovation and commercial success. ELA's nomination among the sector's most esteemed innovators comes after a period of rapid growth. The company has focused on expanding its presence in various regulated markets, emphasizing technical reliability and seamless integration for its partners. This shortlist recognition signifies the studio's development into a versatile provider capable of meeting the stringent requirements of major operators. The accolades for innovation and software development are a testament to the team's dedication to moving beyond conventional gameplay. By introducing interactive features such as the Winpot feature, which rewards strategic timing, and an action-oriented shooter format, the studio offers a distinctive alternative to traditional casino of...

(AsiaGameHub) -   Media companies operating in Turkey have received a warning that more stringent checks of content and platforms will be carried out to prevent the promotion of illegal gambling services. This direct warning comes from Ticaret Bakanlığı, Turkey’s Ministry of Trade, following the department’s completion of its latest advertising sweep of digital platforms. Drawing mainstream media attention in Turkey, the Ministry announced that it had “blocked 15 high-follower social media accounts,” though it has yet to disclose the identities of the individuals involved and which platforms they were misusing. Turkish media outlets were informed that the “individuals will be charged for promoting illegal gambling platforms with access to all their online inventory blocked.” This enforcement action forms part of a broader crackdown led by the Ministry’s Advertising Board, which has concluded an ‘investigation of 132 cases, finding 117 in breach of national advertising rules’. The board has issued administrative fines totalling TRY 49.8m (€1m), underscoring the Ministry of Trade’s intent to tighten ...

(AsiaGameHub) -   The award-winning developer aims to boost its brand presence throughout Africa. TaDa Gaming is set to attend the inaugural iGaming AFRIKA summit in Nairobi, Kenya, from May 4-6, where it will showcase its growth strategy for the continent's developing markets. Already established in more than 16 countries and bolstered by a series of new collaborations marking its entry into South Africa, TaDa is cultivating its reputation for providing bespoke experiences. This is achieved through a "glocalisation" approach that blends core global mechanics with content tailored to local preferences. The company’s flagship titles, including the Fortune Gems and Fortune Coins series—specifically Fortune Gems 500 and Fortune Coins 2—are leading the way, while the market-specific X Hot slots, particularly X7 Hot, are gaining significant traction across various demographics. Following its recognition as the SiGMA Africa Slot Newcomer of the Year, TaDa’s success is rooted in its mobile-first philosophy. The company prioritizes rapid loading times and lightweight game deployment to suit local infrastructure and hardware, ensuring that entertainment quality ...

(AsiaGameHub) -   Looking ahead at how BetBuilders will evolve ahead of the World Cup, Tamazi Gambashidze, Head of the Sports Brand Experience Department at Adjarabet, shared two key factors that can help bring the product to new audiences. Gambashidze also noted his view that slightly raising margins for BetBuilders makes sense, during his conversation with iGaming Expert about sportsbook products during this summer’s major sporting event. iGaming Expert: Could you elaborate on how you think bet builders will change over the coming years? Tamazi Gambashidze: Artificial intelligence and personalization will further advance BetBuilders. The more data we incorporate, the more efficient the tool will become, as every user will receive tailored suggestions based on their past betting activity. A wider range of sports and betting markets will be added. In my part of the world, BetBuilders are still a relatively new feature, so not many users have tried them yet, but by the end of the 2020s, roughly half of all bettors could be placing wagers via BetBuilder. I’d also love to see BetBuilders expand into in-play betting, as from our experience, most users currently place p...

(AsiaGameHub) -   The United Arab Emirates lottery has expanded into the physical realm with the launch of its inaugural land-based location, where customers can now buy tickets for lottery draws. Initially launched in December 2024, the UAE Lottery was accessible solely via digital platforms. The debut of a brick-and-mortar store in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, now enables players aged 18 and above to buy tickets directly for games like Lucky Day Draw and Pick 3. As reported by Gulf News, the UAE Lottery stated: “Every aspect, from striking visuals to user-friendly layouts, has been designed to create a seamless and captivating customer experience. Prominent signage and an inviting, open interior encourage steady visitor traffic, and interactive displays alongside attentive staff guarantee that every visit is both educational and pleasurable.” The organization also reaffirmed its dedication to responsible gambling, noting that customer service personnel will be on hand to support players. All games will be overseen by the national regulator, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority. “The UAE Lottery offers a variety of tools and materials to empo...

(AsiaGameHub) -   Blueprint Gaming has intensified its portfolio with the launch of Triple Action Cash Strike, a vibrant new title that bolsters one of its flagship series by incorporating the industry-favorite pots mechanic. Given that various versions of the Cash Strike franchise frequently appear in the developer’s top 10 revenue-generating titles, this 6×4 game—offering a maximum win of 5,000x—is positioned to capitalize on the significant traction the series has gained in regulated markets globally. A compelling update to the base game sees collect wins enhanced by the introduction of the Action Strike symbol. When this symbol appears alongside a money-paying icon, it activates the Multiplier pot located above the reels, providing an immediate boost to winning combinations during standard play. Red fireballs featuring Super Diamonds further heighten the excitement; landing these can upgrade the Spins, Multiplier, or Cash symbol pots. The Multiplier pot can reach up to 10x, the Free Spins pot offers up to 20 spins, and the Cash Symbols pot can increase significantly, adding between 20 and 200 extra symbols. Securing three or more Super Diamond symbo...

nbsp> (AsiaGameHub) -   Evoplay—an award-winning game development studio—has revamped a classicclassic with the release of Jackmaster Fruits, an energetic title that fusesesretro aestheticsesthetics with contemporary rewards. Drawing inspiration from traditional fruit machines, Jackmaster Fruits offers a nostalgic gaming experience, complete with vibrant fruit icons, iconic BAR symbolsmbols, lucky horsesshoes, chimingb bells, Jokers, andd the legendary red 7. grounded in tradition, the game game introduces a range of fresh, engaging features tovate gameplay. Wild symbolsmbols substitute for all other icons, helpingпg to form winning combinations, while Scatter symbols can land anywhere on the reels to unlock additional rewarding opportunities. Getting three or more Scatters in the main game activates the Free Spins bonus, and any extra Scatters that appear during this feature can subsequently trigger Extra Free Spins. For players eager to dive straight into the bonus round, a Bonus Buy option provides the chance to instantly activate Free Spins; in selected markets, players can choose between 10, 20, or 30 spins. Boasting a top Epic prize of up to 100x the...

(AsiaGameHub) -   Pragmatic Play, a prominent provider of content for the iGaming sector, has grown its hit fishing-themed series with the launch of Big Bass Trophy Catch, a title offering players the chance to secure bonus modifiers and top prizes reaching 5,000x their stake. In this 5×3 slot, three fishermen compete, with symbol combinations capable of delivering base game payouts of up to 200x. The bonus round is initiated by landing between 3 and 5 scatters to earn 10 to 20 free spins, though there is also a random chance for the feature to trigger when two scatters appear. Throughout the bonus feature, fisherman wild symbols gather all visible money symbols, providing cash rewards worth as much as 5,000x. Collecting every fourth wild grants 10 extra spins and boosts the money symbol multiplier, which begins at 2x and climbs to 3x and 10x with further retriggers. The game introduces new golden coins that heighten the excitement of the bonus round by morphing into green, red, or blue tokens, each triggering a distinct modifier. Green tokens apply a 2x multiplier to all wins, red tokens boost the quantity of money symbols on the reels, and blue tokens introduce additio...

(AsiaGameHub) -   Authorities in the United States have imposed sanctions on two Mexican casinos due to their connections with the Cartel del Noreste, an organization previously labeled a terrorist group by the Trump administration. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Department of the Treasury has asserted that the Casino Centenario in Nuevo Laredo serves as a ‘stash house’ for drugs and a conduit for laundering illegal money for the cartel. Additionally, OFAC has sanctioned the Diamante Casino and Comercializadora y Arrendadora de Mexico, S.A. de C.V., the corporation responsible for operating both establishments. Scott Bessent, the Secretary of the Treasury, stated: “As President Trump has articulated, the Treasury will deploy every available instrument to safeguard our nation from violent cartels seeking to inflict terror upon innocent Americans. “The Treasury remains committed to targeting the various income sources that cartels depend on to maintain their activities, such as the trafficking of fentanyl and undocumented immigrants into the United States.” OFAC characterized the Cartel del Noreste as one of ‘Mexico&rsqu...

(AsiaGameHub) -   The provider's newest game merges a 5×5 reel grid with expanding Wilds and Enhanced Free Spins, engineered to boost player session duration and operator earnings. Discover a classic fairy tale retold in Jack and the Wild Beanstalk, a fresh 5×5 slot featuring a progression-oriented gameplay system from sought-after iGaming supplier, ICONIC21. Played across 19 fixed paylines, the game unveils a climbing Wild symbol that moves up the reels on each spin. As the Magic Bean Wild travels vertically, its multiplier rises with every step it takes – and when several beanstalks connect, their multipliers merge to produce substantial win opportunities. This upward-moving feature generates a clear sense of building excitement during play, motivating players to remain in their sessions as multipliers accumulate. Continuous gameplay is incentivized through this system of accrual, moving beyond dependence on random bonus events. The Free Spins round elevates the central game mechanic. In the Enhanced version, the reels are populated with extra beanstalks, greatly improving the probability of Wild symbols landing on each spin. This initiates a cascading effe...

(AsiaGameHub) -   The Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) has issued a B2B licence to Broadway Platform, a comprehensive iGaming solution. This certification permits the firm to deliver its reliable technological services to licensed operators in various global jurisdictions. This authorization encompasses Broadway Platform’s full AI-driven product range, which is built to facilitate quick market launches and sustainable expansion. The suite features sportsbook and casino frameworks, payment processing, CRM systems, risk mitigation, affiliate management tools, and adaptable back-office software. Furthermore, the certification applies to BroadHub, an advanced content aggregator that gives operators access to a vast library of slots, table games, and live dealer options from over 120 top-tier developers. This milestone reinforces Broadway Platform’s status as a comprehensive partner for businesses aiming for a swift and efficient market entry while expanding its presence in major regulated territories. This latest regulatory achievement aligns with the company's strategic focus on expanding within emerging markets in Africa and Latin America. Ahead of a significant...