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Lea Hogg
Associate Director of Media & Comms

Affiliate growth and why investors need to bring more than just money to the table

Few people in the iGaming and Web3 space speak as plainly as Yana Levkovich, the founder of LY Group, a boutique advisory firm connecting startups, investors, and affiliates. Her approach cuts through the buzzwords that often cloud the industry. Levkovich says that the future of affiliates belongs to founders who pair good ideas with good sense.
November 28, 2025 | 4 min read
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Speakers to watch out for at SiGMA South Asia 2025

SiGMA South Asia 2025 makes its debut in Colombo, bringing together operators, affiliates, suppliers, and technology innovators for a comprehensive look at the region’s fast-growing gaming and digital ecosystem. The event runs from 30 November to 2 December 2025 at the Lumina Ballroom in Colombo, with the main conference taking place on 1–2 December and a day of pre-event activities scheduled for 30 November. Across the three days, attendees can expect keynotes, panels, awards, and focused networking opportunities framed by Colombo’s vibrant cultural and culinary scene.
November 26, 2025 | 3 min read
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Manfredi Bertelli
Multimedia Coordinator

UK Gambling Commission safeguards youth gambling

This study by the UK Gambling Commission was conducted in schools in England, Scotland and Wales, involving youngsters aged 11 to 17. The main aim is to focus on the importance of preventing children from freely accessing age-restricted products.
November 25, 2025 | 2 min read
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William Hill’s sudden retreat from Africa raises alarms over global strategy

Evoke-owned bookmaker William Hill will exit 13 international markets, including 10 across Africa, beginning 2 December, marking one of the largest geographic withdrawals by a major gambling operator in recent years. The pullback indicates growing regulatory pressure, shifting commercial priorities, and an increasingly complex competitive landscape for global betting brands.
November 21, 2025 | 3 min read
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Watch: Itai Pazner outlines career path and leadership approach

A newly released interview features Itai Pazner, former chief executive of online gambling group 888 Holdings, detailing his two-decade career inside the company and explaining the management approach he now applies as a consultant and board adviser.
November 21, 2025 | 2 min read
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How taxation is changing the face of the UK high street 

Across UK towns and cities, the familiar sight of betting shop signs, once as common as coffee chains, is changing. What was once a mainstay of the high street’s leisure economy is now under pressure from regulatory intervention and the looming threat of higher taxation. 
November 20, 2025 | 4 min read
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Lea Hogg
Associate Director of Media & Comms

How iGaming’s Future Depends On Smarter Tokenomics

Web3 is transforming online gaming, and tokens are no longer just speculative assets. The way operators design token economies will determine player engagement, platform trust, and long-term sustainability. A strategic approach to tokenomics could be the difference between online casinos that thrive or fail.
November 13, 2025 | 4 min read
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