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GambleAware Publishes Details of Donations Received in 2023/24

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GambleAware, the leading commissioner of programmes focused on gambling harms in Great Britain, has published the details of donations it received in the 2023/24 financial year.

The charity received £49.5 million in voluntary industry donations over the year. Of this, 94% of the voluntary donations came from the largest four gambling operators in Great Britain, who donated a total of £46.6 million. This represents an increase of £3.1m from the previous year’s contributions of £43.5m from these operators.

Voluntary donations are essential for GambleAware’s continuing commissioning work. The charity believes the gambling industry should be held accountable to contribute financially to the vital services that prevent gambling harms, which is why it has consistently advocated for a statutory levy. Until the implementation of the statutory levy, gambling operator funding remains the primary source of funding for research, prevention and treatment. Despite the donations received, as an independent charity, GambleAware has an extremely robust system of governance processes in place, works to hold the gambling industry to account, and the gambling industry has absolutely no input, influence or authority over any of its activity.

GambleAware’s work includes commissioning the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN), which provides free, confidential treatment across Great Britain, as well as the National Gambling Helpline which takes around 52,000 calls and online chats a year. Funding is also used to enable GambleAware to commission research and evaluation to increase knowledge and understanding of the prevention of gambling harm, as well as reducing stigma associated with gambling harm, for public health campaigns, and for providing support, advice, and tools to help people make informed decisions about gambling.

The voluntary donations received in 2023/24 mark the last year of a four year commitment made in 2020 by the largest four operators to gradually increase the percentage of Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) donated as RET from 0.25% in 2019/20 to 1% in 2023/24.

There remains uncertainty of funding for the current financial year 2024/25 while the sector awaits clarity on the process and timing around implementation of the statutory levy. GambleAware continues to work with the Gambling Commission and the Department for Culture Media and Sport during this transition period.

Zoë Osmond, GambleAware Chief Executive, said: “While we await the implementation of the new statutory levy, donations from the voluntary funding system are key to ensure GambleAware can continue to deliver the essential gambling harm prevention and treatment programmes we commission.

“For many years we have been calling for the introduction of a statutory levy on the gambling industry and we are pleased the Government has committed to delivering this as part of the Gambling White Paper. However, during the transition period it is vital that steps continue to be taken to ensure there is no disruption to existing services and provisions in the wider system as they adapt to the new levy funding model.”

As well as voluntary donations received, the Gambling Commission also allocated £33.5 million of regulatory settlement funds to GambleAware during the last financial year. These are managed as a restricted fund to be allocated to playing a part in stabilising the wider system of gambling harm prevention, support, and treatment during the transition period from a voluntary to a statutory levy system. The regulatory settlement funds were allocated to GambleAware by the Gambling Commission in accordance with its Statement of Principles for determining financial penalties.

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Atlaslive Steps In as Direct Technology Partner for Onabet in Brazil

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The B2B iGaming platform provider assumes the role of Onabet’s dedicated technology partner, taking on platform delivery and operational infrastructure in one of the world’s most dynamic regulated markets.

Atlaslive has entered into a direct partnership agreement with Onabet, a licensed Brazilian operator holding authorization from the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA/MF) to provide online gaming services across Brazil. Ranked among the top 10 operators in the country by gross gaming revenue, Onabet is one of the recognized names in Brazil’s fast-growing regulated betting industry. Under this agreement, Atlaslive assumes the role of Onabet’s dedicated technology partner—delivering platform infrastructure and continuous operational support.

Having generated an estimated $5.96 billion in gambling revenue during its inaugural year of regulation, Brazil’s iGaming market now ranks among the five largest globally. Onabet holds a federal licence under the regulatory framework introduced by Law 14.790/2023, with authorization to offer both sports-themed betting and online gaming products to players across the country.

Working under a direct partnership structure allows both organizations to achieve tighter alignment on product roadmap, accelerated deployment timelines, and unified accountability for platform uptime and performance. Onabet gains tighter coordination with the engineering and product teams building the technology they rely on daily, while Atlaslive advances its strategic focus on direct operator relationships—an approach that drives deeper technical integration and more sustainable outcomes in demanding regulated environments.

“When you work directly with the team that builds your platform, everything accelerates—from feature delivery to issue resolution. That’s the model we believe in, and we’re glad Onabet shares that vision,” said Volodymyr Taftai, Country Director for Brazil, Atlaslive. “Brazil is one of the most demanding regulated markets in the world. Earning the trust of a licensed operator here is something we take seriously.”

Hugo Baungartner, Institutional Director at Grupo Esportes Gaming Brasil, added: “The Brazilian regulated market requires increasingly robust, scalable operations that are aligned with local dynamics. This partnership helps strengthen our technological capabilities and supports the continuous evolution of the experience delivered by Onabet.”

Atlaslive is a B2B iGaming technology company that develops a proprietary platform engineered for sportsbook and casino operations. Its business model centers on sustained operator partnerships, product-driven development, and comprehensive platform delivery.

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Wazdan Debuts “Score the Jackpot” Initiative in Run-Up to Major Global Sporting Event

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Wazdan, a prominent innovator in game development, has unveiled its latest initiative, the Score the Jackpot campaign, offering operators a comprehensive promotional toolkit designed to tap into the excitement surrounding this summer’s football fever.

With the motto “Our Goal – Your Gain,” the campaign integrates four unique Wazdan games into a football-themed concept, enabling operators to craft engaging seasonal promotions around a balanced selection of captivating titles.

The Score the Jackpot campaign includes Mighty Wild™: Gorilla, Cash Grotto™, 16 Coins™ x5000, and Fisherman’s Luck™. Each game has been carefully chosen to complement the wider promotion, creating a cohesive and dynamic gaming experience.

Mighty Wild™: Gorilla delivers action-packed, bonus-rich gameplay as part of one of Wazdan’s flagship series. Cash Grotto™ offers a visually distinct design and innovative mechanics, adding diversity to the mix. The ever-popular 16 Coins™ x5000 strengthens the lineup as a standout title from the Coins™ collection, while Fisherman’s Luck™ adds a breezy, summer-themed vibe that aligns perfectly with the campaign’s seasonal focus.

Rather than spotlighting individual game launches, Score the Jackpot aims to assist operators in building unified, football-centric promotions. By offering a pre-assembled collection of games, the campaign provides a structured foundation for summer marketing efforts while underscoring Wazdan’s dedication to flexible and results-oriented promotional solutions.

Accompanied by the tagline “Don’t drop the ball this summer,” the initiative highlights Wazdan’s strategy of combining strong gaming content with strategic seasonal engagement. This approach enables operators to capture players’ interest during one of the most celebrated sporting seasons of the year.

Andrzej Hyla, Chief Commercial Officer at Wazdan, commented: “Score the Jackpot has been crafted to help operators amplify player engagement during some of the year’s most iconic sporting moments, leveraging a football-inspired, plug-and-play campaign concept.”

He further added: “Each game in the package offers something unique, empowering operators to design diverse promotions that revolve around entertainment, variety, and timely seasonal themes.”

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The Mill Adventure grows Swedish market presence thanks to BetCentury

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The Mill Adventure has launched FunkySpins.com in Sweden, marking the debut brand for BetCentury, an operator group founded by former Kindred CEO Henrik Tjärnström.

The company said the launch is the first in a series of casino brand roll-outs planned through its collaboration with BetCentury. The Mill Adventure is providing a turnkey platform that includes AI-driven SmartLobbies, personalisation tools and real-time business intelligence.

The Mill Adventure said its platform is fully compliant with Swedish regulatory requirements, including responsible gambling frameworks and alignment with Spelinspektionen standards.

Bjørnar Heggernes, Chief Commercial Officer at The Mill Adventure, said: “Launching FunkySpins with BetCentury further strengthens our position in Sweden and highlights the flexibility of our platform in highly regulated markets.

“Our turnkey solution enables partners to move quickly from concept to launch, combining advanced personalisation, automated lobby management and real-time data insight within a fully compliant framework.”

Henrik Tjärnström, Co-founder at BetCentury, said: “Going live with FunkySpins through The Mill Adventure’s robust platform gives us the strong technological foundation we need to bring our vision to market effectively.

“Their platform allows us to move fast, continuously refine the player experience and scale with confidence in a competitive, regulated environment.”

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