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Barclays Introduces a Cooling Off Time Delay to Its Gambling Block Feature
Barclays has introduced a 72-hour ‘cooling off’ time delay to its gambling block feature, which will help the customers who are looking for additional control over their expenses in gambling websites, apps or in venues. The new feature will make the customers wait for 72 hours for making the next gambling-related payments. Any attempted gambling-related transaction will be automatically rejected.
Sian McIntyre, Managing Director at Barclays said: “We are always looking for new ways to support our customers and make it easier for them to manage their finances.
“Customer feedback on our gambling control showed us there was more we could do to help and we’ve worked closely with them to design the solution. Our customers have told us this 72 hour time delay gives them a real pause for thought and helps when they are tempted to return to gambling.”
Anna Hemmings, Chief Executive of GamCare, said: “The ability to block gambling transactions through your bank card or app is incredibly helpful to those struggling to control their gambling, and is ideally used together with other practical tools such as self-exclusion, blocking software, and specialist support and treatment around the issue.
A recent report from the University of Bristol Personal Finance Research Centre has also highlighted that ‘positive friction’ such as a cooling off period can be even more helpful for users, as this gives time for reflection. GamCare is pleased to see Barclays take this positive step to support their customers and we hope more of the financial sector follows suit.”
Katie Alpin, Interim Chief Executive of the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute, said: “We’ve long campaigned for banks to offer customers gambling blocks with a ‘cooling off’ period, as this can make a huge difference in helping people stay in control of gambling and avoid serious financial problems. We’re delighted that Barclays has taken this step and hope that other banks will follow suit.”
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Altenar and Greentube Announce Strategic Sportsbook Partnership
Leading sportsbook provider joins forces with one of the industry’s most established gaming content and technology brands
18 June, 2026
Altenar, the leading sportsbook and iGaming software provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Greentube, the Digital Gaming and Entertainment Division of NOVOMATIC, in a deal that will further strengthen both companies’ offerings across key regulated European markets.
The agreement will see Greentube integrate Altenar’s sportsbook technology, enabling the company to enhance its sports betting proposition with a scalable, feature-rich solution designed to maximise player engagement and operational performance.
Altenar delivers a fully managed and highly configurable sports betting platform, offering comprehensive pre-match and live betting coverage, advanced risk management, personalised promotional tools, and a flexible framework tailored to the needs of operators in regulated jurisdictions worldwide.
By combining Greentube’s extensive market presence and digital expertise with Altenar’s sportsbook capabilities, the collaboration aims to create new opportunities for growth while providing players with a seamless and engaging betting experience.
Charlie Williams, Commercial Director at Altenar, said:
“We are delighted to partner with Greentube, a company that has built an outstanding reputation for innovation, quality and excellence across the global gaming industry.
“At Altenar, we pride ourselves on delivering a sportsbook solution that combines flexibility, reliability and localisation, enabling operators to create unique experiences for their players while remaining competitive in increasingly demanding markets such as Spain and the UK.
We look forward to working closely with the Greentube team and supporting their continued growth.”
Ronald van den Brink, Chief Commercial Officer at Greentube, added:
“Partnering with Altenar reflects our commitment to evolving our product suite in line with the demands of regulated markets. Our players expect a broad, high-quality entertainment experience, and sports betting is an increasingly important part of that.
Altenar has a strong record in delivering sportsbook solutions that perform across diverse jurisdictions, and by bringing that capability together with our content portfolio and technology platform, we’re well placed to offer something compelling in markets where the bar for quality continues to rise.”
The collaboration is expected to unlock new opportunities for growth while delivering enhanced value to operators and players alike.
About Altenar
Founded in 2011, Altenar is a leading turnkey sportsbook provider committed to meeting the unique needs of its clients. Renowned for its flexibility and customer-centric approach, Altenar specialises in customising solutions to new markets, audiences and requirements. With a focus on building enduring partnerships, Altenar aims to be the most partner-oriented iGaming software provider in the industry.
About Greentube
Step inside the “Home of Games” with Greentube, delivering safe and secure casino entertainment to players around the world. As the NOVOMATIC Digital Gaming and Entertainment division, Greentube offers a diversified portfolio of Video Slots, Table Games, AWP Reloaded Slots, Server-Based Gaming, Social Casino Gaming, Video Bingo and more. Greentube’s omnichannel technology is at the forefront of gaming innovation and converges online, mobile and land-based gaming.
Alberta
MediaTroopers lines up eight operator partners ahead of Alberta launch
MediaTroopers said it is preparing to launch in Alberta’s regulated gaming market on July 13, as Canada’s next regulated commercial gaming market opens.
The digital marketing and customer acquisition firm said it plans to enter Alberta alongside eight “premium operator” clients, which it said are also preparing for their own market entries. MediaTroopers did not name the operators.
The company said its Alberta offering will mirror its work in Ontario, including localized acquisition strategies, compliance-focused marketing, regional player education, and market-tailored performance campaigns.
MediaTroopers also said it has seen “strong interest” from Alberta players through pre-registration activity, without providing figures.
“Alberta represents an exciting next step for regulated iGaming in Canada, and Media Troopers is ready to support operators from day one,” said Shmulik Segal, CEO of Media Troopers. “Our experience in Ontario has given us a strong understanding of what it takes to enter a new Canadian market successfully, from compliance and localization to scalable player acquisition. With eight of our premium clients already preparing for launch and early pre-registration traction underway, we see Alberta as a market with tremendous potential.”
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Gaming Awards
Greentube compliance director Roxane Scicluna wins Women in Gaming award
Greentube said its Director of Group Compliance, Roxane Scicluna, has won the Industry Achiever (Supplier) category at the Women in Gaming Diversity Awards 2026.
According to the company, the award recognises Scicluna’s contribution across more than 15 years in legal, regulatory and operational leadership, including work related to licensing processes with the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and building compliance functions in senior in-house roles.
Scicluna said: “I’m honoured to receive this award from Women in Gaming. Throughout my career, I’ve believed that compliance should do more than meet regulatory expectations; it should help build stronger, safer and more sustainable businesses.
“This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the progress our industry continues to make in championing responsible innovation, raising standards and creating more inclusive pathways for future talent. I’m proud to be part of that journey at Greentube.”
The Women in Gaming Diversity Awards recognise individuals and organisations for diversity and inclusion across the gaming sector. Greentube said the recognition also reflects its focus on responsible entertainment and standards across the markets where it operates.
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