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UKGC: Experts by Experience interim group created

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The UK Gambling Commission has announced that it is working with an interim Experts by Experience Group who will provide advice, evidence and recommendations to the Commission to help inform decision making and raise standards, along with co-creating a permanent Experts by Experience Advisory Group to advise the regulator on a more established basis.

The creation of the interim forum follows a workshop in March, in which people with lived  experience were asked to offer perspectives on key topics including High Value Customers,  Advertising Technology and Safe Game design – three areas the regulator had challenged the industry to make progress on quickly. The Commission also publishes a report on these areas of work which includes Expert by Experience input on progress made so far.

The group also discussed ideas about how the Commission could better work with people with lived experience and the need for more effective engagement and collaboration to benefit consumers, working together to prevent harm and make gambling safer.

Gambling Commission Chief Executive, Neil McArthur, said: “Our goal is to make gambling safer for consumers and the creation of the interim group is another important step in helping us bring a wider range of perspectives into our work.

“We will work with the interim group to co-create a formal Advisory Board, which will allow us to involve Experts by Experience more closely in the development of our regulatory framework.

“I am really grateful for the open and constructive way in which members of the interim group have shared their personal experiences of gambling related harm and for everyone’s commitment to work together to tackle these important issues.  It is early days and we are learning along the way to ensure that feedback and advice is utilised in the most effective way.  This week we looked at the subject of affordability and we’ll be focused on other areas of player protection online in the weeks ahead.’

A spokesperson for the Interim Group said: “The Interim Group comprises a group of people who have suffered a wide range of gambling harms, including recovering gambling addicts, family and partners of addicts, and those who have lost children to gambling suicides.

“The role that is too often allocated to Experts by Experience (EbEs) of telling our stories and commenting on narrowly defined questions is ineffective, so the establishment of the group is long overdue.

“We are determined that EbEs should play a continuing and much more active role in the deliberations and decision making across the whole remit of the Commission as part of the National Strategy to reduce gambling harms. We bring a new and vital perspective on key issues of regulation and even how the Commission itself works.

“We and they are learning how we can best work together, but we feel that there is a genuine commitment all round to make it work. Some of our comments were incorporated into the progress update on the industry-led working groups, but in future we may issue our own comments on issues that we have consulted with the Commission. We appreciate that the Commission recognises the value of our input, but we differ on certain key issues. Notably on how far and how fast improvements can be made. We look forward to working with the Commission.”

The interim group will be in place for at least the next six months, when the Commission plans to move to a permanent Advisory Group, which will add to other advice that the regulator receives through groups such as the Advisory Board for Safer Gambling and the Digital Advisory Panel.

This valuable input will add to the Commission’s other approaches currently used to include the views of consumers in their work. This includes information and feedback received from the consumer contact centre, online consumer research panels and engagement and consultations on regulatory changes.

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Meet 22Bet Partners at iGB Live London: Tennis, Talks & Wimbledon Dreams

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This summer, the iconic iGB Live lands in London for the first time — bringing together over 15,000 iGaming professionals from around the world. On July 2–3, 22Bet Partners will join the action at stand K60 in ExCeL London, ready to serve bold partnerships, fresh ideas, and a tennis-themed experience that’s game, set, match.

iGB Live 2025 marks a new chapter as it relocates from Amsterdam to London, raising the stakes for everyone involved. For 22Bet Partners, this is more than a showcase — it’s a statement. The brand is setting the tone with a standout stand themed around tennis, celebrating energy, precision, and competitive spirit.

Visitors to stand K60 can expect:
– A full-on tennis court setup with sleek design and interactive elements
– Signature cocktails and premium branded merch
– Real talk with the 22Bet Partners team: whether you’re looking to scale an existing collab or launch something new, they’re available
– A dynamic quest from Lucky Media — complete challenges at the 22Bet stand and you could score the ultimate prize: a ticket to Wimbledon

As a proud partner in the Lucky Media quest, 22Bet Partners invites attendees to bring their A-game — and leave with more than just a handshake.

“We’re thrilled to join iGB Live 2025 in London — an event that brings together the best minds in affiliate marketing. For us, nothing beats face-to-face conversations with our partners. It’s where ideas flow, plans evolve, and momentum builds. Our team is united by a love for what we do and a drive to grow bigger, better, bolder. Expect energy, surprises, and a lot of inspiration at stand K60”, says Yan, CEO of 22Bet Partners

Ready to serve up new wins? Meet 22Bet Partners at stand K60.

Connect with the team, dive into their tennis-themed world, and take your shot at winning a Wimbledon ticket.

The event is a perfect opportunity to see 22Bet Partners’ latest initiatives and partnership opportunities in action.

The post Meet 22Bet Partners at iGB Live London: Tennis, Talks & Wimbledon Dreams appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.

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Gaming Corps joins forces with Torrero to boost operator choice and content delivery

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Gaming Corps – a publicly-listed game development company based in Sweden, has partnered with Torrero, the B2B aggregator and white-label provider, in a deal that sees Gaming Corps’ full suite of content rolled out across Torrero’s extensive network of operator brands.

Torrero’s aggregation platform features more than 8,500 games from over 130 providers, alongside sportsbook content spanning 20+ sports and over half a million sporting events — and now includes Gaming Corps’ diverse portfolio of Slot, Table, Mines, Multiplier and Plinko titles. Known for powering major global brands like Betmaster and Casinoin, Torrero offers a full-service solution that goes far beyond content, with integrated payments, compliance, multilingual customer support, and licensing services all managed under one roof.

Danielle Calafato, CCO at Gaming Corps, said: ” Torrero’s strength lies in giving operators exactly what they need — flexibility, speed and a content-rich platform. That makes them a natural fit for us. This partnership helps us reach new markets while giving Torrero’s partners access to a steady stream of distinctive, engaging content designed for today’s players — including some of our latest titles like 3 Pigs of Olympus, Hyena Heist and Penalty Champion 2. We’re excited to see our games go live across their network and to be part of a proposition that puts performance and player experience first.”

Aleksei Tolstov, Head of Business Development at Torrero, added: “Gaming Corps is a standout game developer that continues to grow in reputation and quality. Their content is a great fit for our platform and operator brands, particularly in terms of game variety and performance. We’re pleased to welcome them to our network and look forward to a successful collaboration ahead.”

The partnership is now live, with Gaming Corps’ games available to all Torrero partners from today.

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Omnigame celebrates win at SBC Awards Europe

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Omnigame, the full-service iGaming business, is celebrating industry recognition after being awarded Gaming Mechanic/Feature of the Year at the SBC Awards Europe.

Hosted at the Hilton Malta, the awards recognised the achievements of the very best operators, affiliates, suppliers, payment providers, and game developers across the European betting and gaming industry.

Omnigame’s creative twist on traditional slot machines, its ‘Wheels of Reels’ mechanic, incorporates ‘wheels’ of differing lengths rather than the traditional rectangular matrix. The innovative spinning mechanic provided a new approach to slot gaming, allowing Omnigame to stand apart from its competition in the category.

The creativity of the mechanic has seen Stream of Luck become one of the most popular games in the Omnigame portfolio.

Peter Weinreich, CEO of Omnigame, said: “Receiving the award that highlights the innovative nature of our ‘Wheels of Reels’ mechanic at the SBC Awards Europe is a massive credit to the whole team at Omnigame. We are incredibly proud of our achievement, which has provided a fresh take on the traditional slot experience.

“We have worked hard to provide exciting games to players, and this recognition of our innovative approach is a fantastic moment for us.”

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