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Betway Joins EGBA’s Anti-Money Laundering Guidelines

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Betway has become the first brand outside of EGBA’s membership to sign up to the organisation’s pan-European guidelines on anti-money laundering.

The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) is pleased to announce that leading global online betting and gaming brand Betway has joined its pan-European anti-money laundering guidelines. By signing up to the initiative, Betway underlines its commitment to combatting money laundering in Europe’s online gambling sector.

As the leading trade association at European-level for the online gambling sector, EGBA developed the guidelines to strengthen the sector’s efforts in fighting financial crime and ensuring compliance with the latest anti-money laundering regulations in the EU. The guidelines, published in March 2023, provide practical and sector-specific recommendations for operators in areas such as, amongst others, customer and business risk assessments, customer due diligence processes, suspicious transaction reporting, and record-keeping.

The guidelines employ a risk-based approach to assist operators in complying with the various anti-money laundering rules in the EU, including the EU’s forthcoming AML Regulation. They were designed by a team of EGBA’s top compliance experts with consideration to both current best practices and future developments in the field.

All EGBA members must apply the guidelines automatically. As part of their participation, Betway will be required to provide yearly reports to EGBA summarising its progress in implementing the guidelines. This reporting system ensures transparency and accountability among all participating companies and provides a mechanism for tracking progress in implementing the guidelines. All participants will also meet annually to discuss progress in implementing the guidelines and consider any revisions that may be needed.

“Betway is proud to announce its full commitment to joining and adhering to the EGBA AML Guidelines and will work closely with EGBA and other industry partners to exchange best practice and strengthen collective efforts against money laundering and financial crime.” – Anthony Werkman, CEO of Betway.

“We’re delighted to have Betway join our anti-money laundering guidelines. Its decision to join shows its commitment to upholding the highest AML compliance standards. We’re determined to encourage the uptake of the guidelines among other operators who aren’t currently members of EGBA and invite interested operators to contact us. Only by working together, across the sector, can we truly raise the bar in AML standards.” – Dr. Ekaterina Hartmann, Director of Legal and Regulatory Affairs at EGBA.

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St8 enters the United Kingdom after securing B2B licence

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Casino games aggregator St8 has secured a UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) remote gambling software licence, as the company continues its strategic expansion into key regulated markets worldwide.

The newly-granted licence means that St8 can now provide its market-leading casino aggregation platform to UK-licensed operators.

The platform has already won plaudits for streamlining integrations and delivering content with speed, simplicity and reliability.

Vladimir Negine, founder and CEO at St8, said: “Securing a UK licence is another major milestone for St8. The UK remains a benchmark for regulation and player protection, and we’re excited to bring our tech-led approach to this mature and competitive market. We’re absolutely committed to supporting our operator partners in regulated markets around the world, and we’re already working on securing additional licences.”

The UKGC licence adds to St8’s growing list of regulated market approvals, which already includes Romania, Malta, and the Isle of Man, with further jurisdictions in progress as part of its broader European and global growth strategy.

St8 partners in the UK and beyond enjoy the industry’s leading back office, built to offer real-time reporting, deeper insights and simple promo management.

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PrizePicks Secures Gaming Licenses in Puerto Rico and Maine

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PrizePicks, the largest daily fantasy sports operator in North America, announced it has secured gaming licenses in both Puerto Rico and Maine, marking a major milestone in the operator’s continued growth. With this expansion, PrizePicks becomes the first daily fantasy sports operator to obtain a gaming license in Puerto Rico.

PrizePicks players can now access Arena in Maine, with Puerto Rico set to go live in the coming months. Following the launch, PrizePicks will be operational with its fantasy contests in 47 jurisdictions across the US.

“We’re grateful to the Puerto Rico Gaming Commission and the Maine Gambling Control Unit for their partnership and support throughout the licensure process. We’ve seen tremendous engagement with Arena across the country, and we’re confident that momentum will carry into these new jurisdictions,” said Adam Packer, Senior Vice President of Legal & Compliance at PrizePicks.

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AGLC Announces New Board Chair

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Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) has announced the appointment of Larry Spagnolo as the new Board Chair, effective August 15, 2025. This announcement follows the official Order in Council issued by the Alberta Government and marks a new chapter in AGLC’s ongoing commitment to support communities, encourage responsible choices and position Alberta as the best place to do business.

Larry brings a wealth of experience in technology and business leadership to the AGLC Board and will play an integral role in guiding AGLC’s strategic direction. He is currently serving as VP and GM of Emerson’s SaaS SCADA business and has held senior roles at Zedi and Telus, driving innovation, growth, and global success.

A strong advocate for education and community, Larry serves as Vice Chair of Athabasca University’s Board of Governors and has held board roles with NAIT and Polytechnics Canada. He was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his community contributions.

AGLC and the Board of Directors extend their heartfelt thanks to Len Rhodes for his leadership and dedication as Board Chair since August 2019. He decided not to seek a third term and will continue to serve in this role until August 14, 2025. Len led AGLC through some significant milestones, including reducing red tape by 51%, growth of the emerging cannabis industry and ensuring AGLC delivered a balanced approach to business development, social responsibility, and regulatory oversight.

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