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UK Gambling Commission Issues Reminder to Operators on Digital Advertising Responsibilities

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The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has released a statement on its website reminding operators of their responsibilities related to theirs’ and their third-party marketing affiliates’ digital adverts and copyrighted content.

Through the statement, UKGC reminded the licensees of their responsibilities to make sure that no advertising content is posted by them or any of their marketing affiliate partners on websites that provide unauthorised access to copyrighted content.

Citing the provisions of Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP) 16.1.1 related to the placement of digital adverts, the UKGC reiterated all licensees must:

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  • Ensure that they do not place digital advertisements on websites providing unauthorised access to copyrighted content.
  • Take all reasonable steps to ensure that third parties with whom they contract for the provision of any aspect of their business related to the licensed activities do not place digital advertisements on websites providing unauthorised access to copyrighted content.
  • Ensure that the terms upon which they contract with such third parties enable them, subject to compliance with any dispute resolution provisions, to terminate the third party’s contract promptly if, in the Licensee’s reasonable opinion, the third party has been responsible for placing digital advertisements for the licensed activities on such websites.

The regulatory watchdog reminded all operators that placing ads on websites that provide unauthorised access to copyrighted content is, in essence, funding for these websites and is, therefore, associating gambling with crime.

“Over the years, we have seen a significant reduction in gambling adverts appearing on copyright infringing websites, but a number of gambling adverts continue to appear. This demonstrates the need for gambling operators to introduce additional controls or to review the monitoring methods they currently have in place to ensure this does not occur. To date, the Gambling Commission has not specified any particular measures that licensees should take to prevent this, however, we are clear about our expectation,” the Commission explained.

The commission has refrained from specifying any particular measures, but the regulatory body is adamant operators should crank up their efforts. As a possible approach, the Gambling Commission pointed to registration with the Infringing Website List (IWL) operated by the Intellectual Property Crime Unit (PIPCU) within the City of London Police.

The IWL aims to enable advertisers, agencies, and other intermediaries to voluntarily stop placing adverts on websites that infringe copyrights by offering an up-to-date list of these websites. The regulator encouraged gambling operators to register with the website’s services.

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REEVO Secures Swiss Market Certification – Expanding Opportunities for Leading Brands!

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REEVO, the leading B2B games content and aggregation platform, is thrilled to announce that we’ve officially been granted certification to offer our in-house games to top-tier brands targeting the Swiss market!

This exciting milestone unlocks new possibilities for partners looking to captivate their players with our cutting-edge portfolio. From visually stunning slots to innovative game mechanics, REEVO’s games are designed to deliver engaging, high-performance experiences across all devices.

With a proven track record of success, our games are not just built to entertain—they’re built to drive results.

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  • Certified for Switzerland: Expand your offerings in a lucrative market with certified, compliant games.
  • High-Performance Content: A diverse range of in-house slots, designed to capture player attention and deliver results.
  • Seamless Integration: REEVO’s platform ensures quick and efficient deployment for uninterrupted player experiences.

Now is the perfect time to elevate your game portfolio with REEVO’s certified content!

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Vixio Supports NCPG in Groundbreaking Responsible Gambling Review of US Sports Betting Regulations

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A first-of-its-kind comparative analysis state-by-state, the report evaluates states’ regulations against NCPG standards

Vixio, a leading provider of regulatory intelligence solutions and research services, is proud to support the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) by producing a groundbreaking research report that cross-references states’ online sports betting regulations against NCPG’s Internet Responsible Gambling Standards (IRGS).

The new report involved a thorough analysis of the applicable laws, regulations and standards of every U.S. state with legal mobile sports betting in order to assess how closely their formal regulatory requirements align with the independent best practices recommended by the IRGS.

Keith Whyte, NCPG Executive Director, explains, “Partnering with Vixio Regulatory Intelligence on this landmark evaluation allowed for NCPG to highlight both the progress made and the critical gaps that remain in the alignment of state sports betting regulations with NCPG’s player protection standards. The report offers a comprehensive framework for states seeking to improve consumer safeguards and promote responsible gambling.”

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Vixio Chief Analyst James Kilsby joined NCPG experts for a webinar to digest the report on September 24. Kislby will also be moderating a panel at G2E Vegas on U.S. sports betting’s ever-changing regulatory landscape.

“At Vixio Regulatory Intelligence, we are committed to providing independent, data-driven insights and research that help regulators and policymakers make informed decisions,” Kilsby said. “We’re proud to partner with the National Council on Problem Gambling to drive positive regulatory changes and ensure player protection remains a top priority in this evolving industry.”

The report analysed jurisdictions that offered legal mobile sports wagering as of June 2024, comprising 30 different states and the District of Columbia.

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PIN-UP Global Intends to License the Platform for the Peruvian iGaming Market

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As required by Peruvian law, international iGaming holding company PIN-UP Global intends to license its software and find a partner company.

In the context of changes in the regulation of the iGaming market in Peru, PIN-UP Global initiated the process of licensing its products and searching for licensed partners, notifying the government authorities. For the period it will take to enter the Peruvian market under the new legislation with a future partner, the holding company officially prohibits the use of PIN-UP products and brand in the region.

For the holding company, this is a consistent continuation of its journey into the B2B market, which opens up new opportunities for partnerships and will allow to provide a better user experience with PIN-UP platforms. The main objective of the holding company is to conduct efficient and transparent operations in all markets, relying on the legislation of each jurisdiction.

Recall that earlier PIN-UP Global updated the list of countries in which the use of the brand and its products is prohibited. PIN-UP as the leader of the iGaming market makes such strategic decisions taking care of its reputation and complying with the principles of responsible gaming.

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