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10/14/2025
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Regulatory Turmoil in Curaçao: How Instability Could Reshape the Global iGaming Market
For years, Curaçao has been one of the world’s key hubs for online gambling licensing. Its flexible regulations and relatively simple application process attracted thousands of operators worldwide. But the past few months have shown that the era of the “convenient offshore license” may be coming to an end.
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10/13/2025
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The Future of Online Gambling in Germany: Trends, Technology, and Players
Germany remains one of the most regulated online gambling markets in the world. In 2021, the Interstate Treaty on Gambling (GlüStV) came into effect, introducing strict rules: a monthly deposit limit of €1,000, mandatory registration through the OASIS self-exclusion system, and advertising restrictions. Some critics argue these measures are too strict, yet the market continues to grow.
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10/13/2025
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Modern Technologies Are Changing the Game in Sports Betting
The world of sports betting is moving at an incredible pace. Traditional platforms with bulky architecture and limited interactivity no longer meet player expectations. Emil Hakobyan, CTO of iGcore, notes that most old systems simply can’t handle peak loads, causing crashes and a poor user experience.
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10/13/2025
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Austria Moves Toward an Open Online Casino Market — What Affiliates Should Know
Austria is standing at a crossroads. While the country still maintains a monopoly over online casinos, steps are being taken toward reforms that could completely reshape the market.
The government has agreed to extend the current exclusive license under the existing system but is also considering the creation of an independent gambling authority and tighter regulations across the board.
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10/13/2025
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William Hill Scales Back Its High-Street Presence — What It Means for Affiliates
William Hill has announced plans to close around 200 betting shops across the UK, marking another major step in the country’s gambling industry transformation.
This move is part of a wider cost-cutting and restructuring strategy as the company adapts to tighter regulations and shifting player habits.
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10/10/2025
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New Player Protection Standard: What It Means for Affiliates
Hey, here’s some fresh news for anyone in the gambling affiliate world. The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has just got approval for a new standard aimed at spotting signs of risky player behavior. Basically, there’s now a unified set of markers showing when a player might be at risk — sudden spikes in bets, unusually long sessions, or irregular activity patterns — all standardized.
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