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EGBA Shares Five Important Things to Know About ESGW
This year’s European Safer Gambling Week (ESGW) has started. Taking place between 13-19 November, it is an annual initiative coordinated by the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) to raise awareness about safer gambling across Europe. During the week, there will be a range of events, activities and a social media campaign taking place across Europe. This is the third edition, and the EGBA has shared five important things you need to know about the initiative.
- ESGW is an industry-led awareness initiative
ESGW is a collaborative responsibility effort by EGBA, its members, other operators, as well as national associations. It is a dedicated week where the European industry comes together to increase the information shared with customers to help them play safely and promote safer practices. This year, there are 18 associations supporting the initiative, along with many operators and some national authorities.
- The priority is to promote safer gambling to customers
During the week, operators across Europe will communicate with their customers, sharing practical advice, tips and messages, and signposting the resources and support resources available, such as tools and helplines, that can help customers stay in better control of their gambling.
- There will be many free events taking place across Europe
The week offers a platform to discuss the latest safer gambling initiatives, regulations and research, and have open and honest conversations about these topics. There will be a variety of free-to-attend events happening across Europe, where stakeholders can gain insights, learn about best practices and find out more about recent developments in safer gambling.
- A social media campaign is happening – and you can participate too
The initiative also provides an opportunity for other industry stakeholders to join EGBA and its members in promoting safer gambling. During the week, stakeholders can participate in the social media campaign to share safety messages with their customers and audiences. EGBA has developed translated social media graphics for many countries to support this effort.
- There is also the possibility to join the discussions online
You can join in the ESGW discussions by following on Twitter (@EUgambling) and LinkedIn (European Gaming and Betting Association) and using the hashtag #ESGW23.
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Maintenance Worker of 25 years Hits $200,758 Jackpot on Leprechaun Luck at Winaday Casino
Winaday Casino is celebrating a life-changing win after long-time player Scott O., a maintenance worker of 25 years, hit a massive $200,758.55 jackpot while playing Leprechaun Luck in the early hours of January 29.
The win marks a turning point for the recently remarried father of two, who now plans to use the prize to secure his family’s future while enjoying a few well-earned comforts.
Scott was unwinding at home, playing on his tablet for around 30–40 minutes, when the unexpected happened.
“Honestly, I just froze for a second. I stared at the screen and thought, ‘There’s no way that just happened,’” he said. “Then I called my wife over because I needed someone else to see it. I was shocked, excited, and a little shaky.”
A regular player at Winaday and Slotland, Scott now plans to pay off bills, build savings, and support his two grown children with their education. He also hopes to create a backyard space where his family—and their dog—can spend more time together.
“It’s not just about the money,” he added. “It’s about making life easier and doing something meaningful for the people I care about.”
Michael Hilary, Manager at Winaday Casino, commented:
“We’re absolutely thrilled for Scott and his family. Moments like this are what players dream of, and it’s even more special when it happens to someone who genuinely enjoys the experience. His story reflects what Winaday is all about—entertainment that can sometimes lead to extraordinary outcomes.”
To celebrate the win, Winaday Casino is offering a $25 Free Chip promotion available to both new and existing players until April 30, 2026, valid on all Slotland Entertainment slots.
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Scott also shared advice for fellow players: set a budget, play for enjoyment, and know when to walk away.
“Winning felt incredible,” he said. “But what made it truly special was sharing that moment with my wife right there at home. It’s something I’ll never forget.”
Winaday Casino continues to welcome players looking for their own lucky break, proving that sometimes, a simple spin can turn into a life-changing moment.
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SPAYZ.io Launches P2P Agent Dashboard for High Risk Merchant Payment Operations
SPAYZ.io has announced the launch of its new P2P Agent’s Dashboard, a centralised and automated operating system to help merchants in high‑risk industries manage agent networks, reconcile transactions and scale alternative payment methods across global markets. Built for sectors including iGaming, Forex and Crypto, the new dashboard replaces fragmented and manual workflows with a unified platform offering complete visibility and automation.
SPAYZ.io’s dashboard consolidates agent activities into a single, exportable system where transactions are recorded in real time, merchant callbacks are instant, and balances update automatically.
Unlike generic CRMs, the platform is specifically designed for P2P transactions. It automates commission calculations, reduces errors associated with manual pay‑in and pay‑out tracking and provides finance teams with a reliable and audit‑ready source of truth. Through integration with the SPAYZ.io gateway, merchants can connect agents across more than 35 markets, ensuring consistent workflows, faster GEO expansion and smoother onboarding as their P2P operations scale.
Tatjana Meluskane, CCO at SPAYZ.io, said: “P2P agent networks are essential for high‑risk merchants, but they’ve been extremely difficult to manage at scale. Our new dashboard centralises workflows, improves transparency, and removes the operational friction that limits GEO expansion and slows down growth.
“We listened to our partners and clients, took on board all of their needs, and have built this platform to give merchants complete clarity. I’m proud to say this is a market first, offering complete clarity with a new level of control and stability for businesses that rely on alternative payments.”
SPAYZ.io is also supporting merchants with round‑the‑clock operational and technical assistance, including incident management, route adjustments and customisable configurations. This ensures that payment models can be adapted quickly to market conditions without placing additional strain on merchant teams.
“The launch reinforces SPAYZ.io’s commitment to building infrastructure that supports the evolving needs of high‑risk merchants and strengthens the company’s position as a leader in local payment solutions across high‑growth regions,” Tatjana said.
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Carsten Koerl Founder and CEO of Sportradar
Sportradar Introduces Playradar, Delivering Sports-Data-Backed Casino Content to Operators Around the Globe
New brand to link sportsbook and casino experiences via exclusive hybrid content.
Sportradar Group AG, a prominent worldwide sports technology firm that develops engaging experiences for sports enthusiasts and bettors, today unveiled Playradar, a specialized brand providing a comprehensive ecosystem of interconnected gaming experiences for international operators. This signifies the subsequent phase in the development of Sportradar’s iGaming operations.
Sportradar has recently appointed Edo Haitin, the former CEO of Playtech Live, to head its iGaming division as part of this expansion. Haitin offers over 20 years of experience in iGaming operations, live casino development, and executive leadership, contributing senior-level knowledge to enhance Sportradar’s iGaming expansion.
Playradar will leverage Sportradar’s live and historical sports data and AV streams, combined with casino games, to create unique, proprietary, hybrid products featuring:
- Live 24/7 Experience Centre – players will be offered a game and a live stream to watch simultaneously on the same screen, blending sports viewing and gaming for pure engagement or betting real money. This creates a community and opportunities for players to interact in real-time, sharing tips, game preferences and reactions.
- Live & Historical Streaming Sports/Casino Hybrid Content – transforming real sporting moments into interactive event driven gameplay by blending live and historical sports streaming with casino mechanics to create innovative hybrid gaming experiences. A live prediction product will also be powered by Sportradar’s live data.
- Premium iGaming Content – virtual sports and a full suite of casino games, from slots and table games to arcade and crash, developed to the highest standards for a positive player experience.
Sportradar is exceptionally poised to expand its iGaming operations by leveraging its current game studio, sports data knowledge, streaming abilities, and worldwide distribution network. The marketing, acquisition, and retention technologies of the company utilize profound understanding of player behavior across both betting and iGaming sectors, strengthening Sportradar’s connections with sportsbook and casino operators globally. Since most of Sportradar’s clients already function in both areas, iGaming serves as an organic pathway to foster sustained monetization and lifetime value in conjunction with betting.
Playradar will function solely in regulated markets, incorporating responsible gaming and integrity into each product it offers. Game launches are planned for 2026, starting in the UK, North America, and Latin America. The complete product lineup will include classic table games, arcade games, slots, and virtual sports.
Carsten Koerl, Founder and CEO of Sportradar, said: “iGaming represents a natural and scalable extension of our business, and a strategic acceleration of our long-term growth roadmap. Playradar content is designed to provide optimized cross-sell between the worlds of sport and casinos, helping operators to increase player value and session length at a time when engagement and retention are key to operational sustainability. In Edo, we have an experienced and proven industry leader to drive the business forward, with the support of a passionate and dedicated team.”
Edo Haitin, EVP of iGaming added: “By combining our unrivalled experience in sports data and live streaming, along with a proven track record of product development, we aim to create hybrid content and gaming experiences to capitalize on the rising popularity of sports casino consumption. We’re uniquely positioned to seamlessly blend live and historical sports events, innovative gaming mechanics, and casino content and have the advantage of being able to distribute games to an already licensed portfolio of operators. I’m incredibly excited to be further strengthening our iGaming business through Playradar and to grow it into a leader in iGaming content, leveraging Sportradar’s existing resources and the highly experienced and skilled team already in place.”
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