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European Lotteries, the European Casino Association, and the World Tote Association join forces to battle illegal online gambling

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The European Lotteries Association (EL), the European Casino Association (ECA) and the World Tote Association (WoTA) welcome the European Commission’s plans to modernize the rules applicable to the online environment. As representatives of the licensed and regulated gambling industry in Europe, we cherish the same values of trust, reliability and integrity for our players. We support the right of people to enjoy and play in a nationally licensed secure gambling environment and our members work hard every day to provide this.

The Alliance represents over 150 operators in the gambling and lottery sector in Europe, where together they contribute more than 35 billion euros yearly to good causes and state budgets. Almost 1 million people are – directly and indirectly – employed by the members of the Alliance. With over 350 000 independent points of sale for lotteries and around 900 casinos across whole Europe, these operators offer a wide variety of safe, well-regulated and controlled games and channel the players to this legal and nationally licensed supply of games.

We call on everyone to support our members, to enable this significant contribution to the benefit of
society to continue.

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The Digital Services Act package foresees a notice-and-action mechanism. Such mechanism will enable all users to notify online intermediaries about potentially illegal online content or activities and to help the latter to react quickly and be more transparent regarding the actions taken. Our Alliance sees this as an important improvement in the fight against illegal online gambling offerings and looks forward the enforcement and implementation of these measures by the involved stakeholders to protect the interests of all EU citizens.

Illegal gambling operators offer their services online to players located in multiple EU Member States without having obtained any license in such national markets. These practices are illegal and detrimental for consumers and state budgets, as there is no mutual recognition of national licenses in the gambling sector within the EU and no sector-specific EU legislation in that field is needed.

Illegal (not licensed in the country of offer) gambling operators:

§ Do not respect the laws and regulations set up by the national regulators of the EU Member States where they provide their services
§ Make it practically impossible to protect consumers and especially a vulnerable population from the risks of overconsumption
§ Can enhance the emergence of social problems and crime and constitute a major problem in the fight against money laundering
§ Often do not pay taxes in the national markets where their players are located and do not contribute to any public good or specific charities
§ Represent an unfair and unequal competition to the nationally licensed and authorised gambling operators, threatening their legal business models and the substantial sustainable economic and social contribution they provide to EU member states.

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Bragg Gaming Enters into Online Casino Content Agreement with Canadian Operator Loto-Québec

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Bragg Gaming Group has announced that it has entered into an online casino content agreement with Canadian operator Loto-Québec, the only 100% legal and local casino site in the province of Québec. The agreement marks the expansion of Bragg into its second Canadian province, following Bragg’s prior entry into Ontario in March 2022.

Pursuant to the agreement, Loto-Québec will benefit from access to exclusive content, including titles from Bragg’s in-house proprietary content development studios, a roster which includes Atomic Slot Lab and Indigo Magic, through Bragg Gaming’s Remote Games Server (RGS) technology, delivered via the Bragg HUB platform.

In addition, Loto-Québec players will also be able to access on lotoquebec.com titles from multiple content partners under the Powered By Bragg program, including King Show Games, Bluberi, Incredible Technologies and Sega Sammy Creation.

All content delivered on the Bragg HUB comes with the company’s Fuze promotional tools as standard which offer player engagement features on games such as free rounds, jackpots, tournaments, and quests.

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The agreement with Loto-Québec’s online casino supports Bragg Gaming’s strategic goals by accelerating the growth of utilization of Bragg’s exclusive and proprietary content, and the diversification of revenue through expansion into North American markets.

Garrick Morris, Senior Vice President, Commercial, US and Canada at Bragg Gaming Group said: “It’s fantastic to see Bragg’s content expand into our second Canadian province. Loto-Québec is a strategic partner, and we are excited to see our proprietary games as well as exclusive content from our partners live and available to Loto-Québec players. We look forward to developing our relationship as a key supplier to Loto-Québec as we continue the roll-out with regular new game releases planned.

“We’ve enjoyed strong growth in North America over the past 12 months and I am pleased to further support this momentum with this successful launch in Québec. I would like to thank the Loto-Québec and Bragg teams for making this happen.”

François Hardy, Senior Director of Product and Innovation at Loto-Québec, said: “At Loto-Québec, we are always looking for new and exciting ways to entertain our players. Bragg perfectly aligns with this vision, enabling us to provide a refreshing and dynamic experience to our players.”

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Coalition for Fantasy Sports Welcomes Splash Sports as its Newest Member

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The Coalition for Fantasy Sports (CFS) has welcomed Splash Sports as its fifth and newest member, alongside PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, Betr, and Dabble. This strategic partnership further solidifies the organization’s position as the premier voice in protecting innovation and consumers in the fantasy sports industry.

By joining forces with the Coalition, Splash Sports reinforces its commitment to promoting a safe, innovative, and enjoyable fantasy sports experience. Together, they will advocate for informed policies, industry-leading responsible gaming practices, and consumer-centric regulations that foster growth and innovation in the industry.

“Fantasy sports continues to evolve, and with the addition of industry leaders like Splash Sports, our coalition is stronger than ever. Together, we will continue to advocate for smart policies that allow fantasy sports to thrive while prioritizing consumer protection and innovation,” said Coalition Executive Director JT Foley.

“Splash Sports is excited to join forces with the Coalition for Fantasy Sports, an organization that shares our passion for responsible and innovative fantasy sports gaming. Together, we will work to protect and grow the fantasy sports industry, ensuring that consumers have access to a safe, enjoyable, and innovative experience,” said Joel Milton, co-founder and CEO of Splash Sports.

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Resorts World Las Vegas Appoints Carlos Castro as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer

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Resorts World Las Vegas has appointed Carlos Castro as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. In this role, Carlos will lead the resort’s financial strategy, operational execution, and long-term growth initiatives, ensuring continued success as a premier hospitality and entertainment destination on the Las Vegas Strip.

“Carlos is joining Resorts World Las Vegas at a pivotal time, as we continue to invest in the future of this property and solidify our place as a top-tier destination. His depth of experience in financial leadership and operations will be instrumental as we execute our strategic vision and drive long-term success. We are confident in his ability to help shape the next phase of growth for Resorts World Las Vegas,” said Jim Murren, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Resorts World Las Vegas.

As COO and CFO, Carlos will oversee strategic planning and direction, investment activities, and operational efficiencies, ensuring the resort remains competitive in the industry. Focusing on long-term growth, he will collaborate with the leadership team to expand offerings, enhance guest experiences, and solidify the resort’s standing as a leader in luxury and entertainment.

Carlos has extensive experience in hospitality finance and operations having held senior leadership positions at Hilton Hotels Corporation, Caesars Entertainment, and MGM Resorts International. As Senior Vice President and CFO at Aria Resort and Casino, Carlos led the property to record profitability through innovative operational initiatives, sound capital investments, and effective cost management. His expertise in managing large-scale resort operations and financial growth strategies positions him well to guide Resorts World Las Vegas into its next phase.

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“Resorts World Las Vegas is an incredible property, and I am honored to take on this role. I look forward to working with our team to drive financial excellence, enhance our guest experience, and support the continued success of this extraordinary property,” said Castro.

“Carlos brings extensive financial and operational expertise that will be invaluable as we continue to elevate Resorts World Las Vegas. His leadership will play a key role in driving financial performance, enhancing operational efficiencies, and positioning the property for sustained growth and innovation,” Alex Dixon, CEO of Resorts World Las Vegas, said.

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