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UKGC Publishes Further Data on the Gambling Industry in Great Britain
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published further data on the gambling industry in Great Britain.
The data, sourced from operators, reflects the period between March 2020 and December 2023, inclusive, and covers online and in-person gambling covering Licensed Betting Operators (LBOs) found on Britain’s high streets.
The release compares Quarter 3 (Q3) of the financial year 2022 to 2023, with Q3 of 2023 to 2024, looking at how the market has changed in comparative periods over a year.
The latest operator data shows:
- Online total Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) in Q3 (October to December) was £1.3 billion, an increase of 4% from Q3 the previous year. The overall number of total bets/spins increased 9% Year-on-Year (YoY), reaching a new peak of 24 billion, whilst the average monthly active accounts increased 2%.
- Real event betting GGY increased by 5% year on year (YoY) to £468 million. Total bets and actives for the vertical both decreased by 3%.
- Slots GGY increased 6% to £618 million YoY. The number of spins increased 11%, while the average monthly active accounts in Q3 increased 8% to 4 million per month.
- The number of online slots sessions lasting longer than an hour increased by 3% YoY to 9.8 million. The average session length decreased from 19 minutes in Q3 2022-23, to 17 minutes for the quarter this year, with approximately 7% of all sessions lasting more than one hour.
- LBO GGY increased by 0.5% to £563 million in Q3 2023 to 2024, compared to the same quarter last year, while the number of total bets and spins decreased 4% to 3.3 billion.
Adam Pentecost Director of Customer Success at Gaming Corps
Gaming Corps inks strategic UK deal with MrQ
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Gaming Corps – a publicly-listed game development company based in Sweden, has announced a new partnership with UKGC-licensed operator MrQ, marking another confident step in growing its UK presence.
Since launching in 2018, MrQ has built a reputation for doing things on its own terms. The operator already boasts a lobby of over 1,000 games, curated with a focus on fun over fuss, and is one of the few online casinos to offer no wagering requirements. It’s a setup that has resonated strongly with UK players and makes MrQ an ideal home for Gaming Corps’ vibrant, personality-driven portfolio.
Through the partnership, MrQ players will gain access to a wide range of Gaming Corps titles, including high-tempo favourites such as 3 Pigs of Olympus Bonus Pot, Fishing Pro: Reel Collect, 3 Pots of Potions and Wild Woof. More releases are already lined up, including upcoming titles built around the studio’s crowd-pleasing mechanics.
These dynamic titles are already resonating with players in multiple regulated markets, and the new collaboration will ensure UK audiences can enjoy the same mix of bold visuals, quick-hit gameplay cycles and rewarding bonus features.
Adam Pentecost, Director of Customer Success at Gaming Corps, said: “We’ve been focused on growing our footprint in the UK for some time, so partnering with MrQ is a fantastic step forward. Their approach to casino entertainment is refreshing and player-first, which makes them a great match for our content. We’re thrilled to see our titles land on their platform and to continue building momentum in the UK together.”
Daniel Pascoe, Senior Casino Manager at MrQ, added: “Gaming Corps is producing some of the most distinctive content in the market right now. Adding their games broadens our selection and gives players more great options to enjoy. We’re very pleased to welcome them into the MrQ fold.”
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BetMakers and Kiron Interactive Launch Virtual Racing Through the BetMakers API
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BetMakers and Kiron Interactive Launch Virtual Racing Through the BetMakers API
BetMakers Technology Group is pleased to announce the successful launch of its new partnership with Kiron Interactive, a global leader in virtual sports and number games. Kiron’s full suite of virtual horse racing, greyhound racing, and harness racing content is now fully integrated and available through the BetMakers CoreAPI.
The completed integration enables BetMakers’ global network of wagering operators to activate Kiron’s market-leading virtual racing content directly within their existing BetMakers setup. This delivers high-frequency, always-on racing products that complement live racing, enhance customer engagement, and drive incremental turnover.
“Kiron has built a reputation as a world-class provider of virtual racing content, and we’re excited to bring their high-quality, high-frequency products directly to our operator network,” said Joey Carroll, Director of Business Development & Partnerships at BetMakers. “With the integration now live, our partners can switch on virtual racing immediately and seamlessly expand their racing offering across all three codes.”
Steven Spartinos, Co-CEO at Kiron Interactive added: “Kiron’s focus has always been to give operators content that fits the way people play today. Virtual racing delivers fast, session-based entertainment that complements the live schedule and keeps audiences connected on their own terms. Integrating with BetMakers opens that experience to a broader network through a single, streamlined API. It strengthens our reach and gives operators a practical way to grow their racing portfolio with reliable, always available content.”
With virtual racing now available via a single, modern API alongside BetMakers’ global racing content, fixed-odds pricing, and tote solutions, operators can offer an even more comprehensive racing experience without any additional platform complexity.
Operators interested in enabling virtual racing can contact their BetMakers Account Manager for activation details.
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Bragg Gaming Wins Online Platform of the Year at BEGE Awards 2025
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Bragg Gaming has won the “Online Platform of the Year” Award at the BEGE Awards 2025.
Bragg’s Player Account Management (PAM) platform for online casino, sports betting and lottery operators is designed to enhance the player journey, with the tools to grow numbers, maximise revenue, boost engagement, all while putting the player first.
What makes the Bragg PAM stand out? Here’s just a few highlights:
• Next-Generation Automation
• Predictive Insights
• Stability
• Fully Personalised Experiences
“We’re grateful to BEGE and the judging panel for recognising our work and celebrating the progress we’re making across the industry. And a huge thank you to our team and partners for helping us deliver a platform that truly understands the player,” the Company said.
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