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OKTO’s Market Ready PVR Wallet Officially Certified

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OKTO has announced that its innovative cash-to-digital payment solution, OKTO.PVR, has successfully obtained official certification from iTech Labs, a renowned independent testing laboratory. The OKTO.PVR wallet solution has been specifically tailored for the Italian Top-up Sales Points (PVR) market and is fully compliant with the latest PVR decree and published regulations.

The certification process involved comprehensive functional testing and a meticulous source code review to ensure full compliance with the stringent standards set forth by ADM (Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli), the primary regulatory body for gaming in Italy. OKTO.PVR met all relevant security, player protection and data registration requirements as per ADM standards ver 2.1. With this certification, the OKTO.PVR wallet solution is now market-ready and set to enhance the digital payment experience for users in the Italian PVR market.

The scope of the certification covers both deposit and withdrawal functionalities for online gaming websites and cash transactions within the retail network. Testing was conducted across multiple platforms to ensure compatibility with a wide range of devices, offering a seamless user experience.

OKTO.PVR addresses the demands of users who prefer offline transactions while enjoying online experiences. By bridging the gap between digital excitement and tangible cash transactions, OKTO.PVR offers a seamless fusion of modern gameplay and traditional financial interactions, aligned with regulatory standards.

Dante Micucci, Country Manager Italy at OKTO, said: “Achieving certification from iTech Labs is a significant milestone. This certification not only highlights our commitment to compliance and security but also reinforces our dedication to providing innovative payment solutions that cater to the unique needs of the Italian gaming market. OKTO.PVR is designed to offer convenience, security, and compliance, making it the ideal solution for both players and operators in Italy.”

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Altenar gains ground in Brazil with virtual sports certification

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Leading sportsbook technology provider ready to deliver premium virtual sports offering to local operators

Altenar has achieved a significant milestone in its LatAm expansion by securing a new certification to offer sportsbook and RGS, including virtual sports in Brazil.

This development underscores Altenar’s commitment to providing cutting-edge and engaging sportsbook solutions in regulated markets, and follows a string of landmark deals with industry leaders, such as Inspired, Kiron, Leap and Sportradar.

To achieve the certification, Altenar underwent a thorough evaluation process, demonstrating the provider’s dedication to compliance and its ability to meet the stringent requirements of the Brazilian market.

The integration of virtual sports from renowned providers will further enhance Altenar’s comprehensive platform, offering a dynamic and exciting vertical for Brazilian players that can be enjoyed 24/7.

Dinos Doxiadis, Director of Product – Sportsbook and Data at Altenar, said: “We are thrilled to achieve certification for virtual sports in Brazil. This marks another significant step in our growth across Latin America and reinforces our commitment to the burgeoning region.

“By joining forces with some of the industry’s most renowned providers, we are confident in our ability to deliver an unparalleled virtual sports experience to operators and players in Brazil. This offering will complement our existing sportsbook solutions and provide further opportunities for engagement and growth in this key market.”

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Dutch Regulator Issues Warning to 711 BV

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The Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) has warned 711 BV, a provider of online games of chance, for showing gambling ads on a website aimed at minors. The warning followed a report from a parent who saw an advertising banner from 711 on a website linked to homework assignments from primary schools.

By law, gambling providers are not allowed to advertise to vulnerable groups, including minors. This form of advertising is considered by the KSA to be very harmful and therefore a serious violation. Taking action against such advertising and taking extra care to protect minors and young adults will be a priority for the KSA in 2025.

The 711 advertising campaign was carried out by an external partner. This party placed banners on various websites, including sites that are (partly) aimed at minors. In a conversation with the KSA, 711 indicated that it had already discovered this itself after an internal investigation and had taken measures to prevent recurrence. The provider did not report this, but should have done so: licensees are obliged to inform the KSA of errors on their part that could pose a danger to consumers.

The KSA dealt with the violation with a warning, because 711 itself had discovered and ended the violation and taken measures to prevent recurrence.

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UKGC Warns Operators Over Late Regulatory Returns

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The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has issued a warning to operators, reminding them that failure to submit regulatory returns on time may lead to penalties and further enforcement actions.

The warning follows a spate of fines against operators who have failed to submit a regulatory return in the required timeframes for each type of activity for which they hold a licence.

Since October more than ten businesses have been fined up to £750 for not correctly completing and submitting regulatory returns within the required timeframe.

John Pierce, Commission Director of Enforcement, said: “Despite early engagement and the issuing of advice notices, further failures to comply with the regulatory returns process were identified in these cases. Operators are expected to understand their reporting obligations and must ensure returns are submitted on time via our online portal.”

“Repeated breaches and persistent non-compliance is likely to result in escalating enforcement action.”

On 1 July 2024, Licence Condition 15.3.1 – General and regulatory returns of the Licence Conditions Codes of Practice was updated to require all licensees to submit regulatory returns on a quarterly basis replacing the previous annual basis.

The next quarterly returns are due by 28 April 2025 and can be submitted via the eServices digital service on the UKGC’s website.

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