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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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Red Papaya launches Pirate’s Fight for Fortune slot with 20,000x max win

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Microgaming-powered studio ships a medium-volatility title with a three-tier bonus system and 96.37% RTP.

Red Papaya has released a new slot, Pirate’s Fight for Fortune, the studio announced on 15 April 2026. The Microgaming-powered title launches with a stated maximum win of 20,000x and targets mid-range risk players with medium volatility.

The game runs a 5×4 reel layout with 40 fixed paylines, an RTP of 96.37%, and a hit frequency of 27.19%, according to the studio. The bet range is 0.20 to 12.50.

Gameplay is built around a multi-tiered bonus system with Bronze, Silver and Gold bonus levels. The base game also uses a Collect mechanic, where Pirate Coins appearing on reels 1-4 can be collected when a Collect symbol lands on reel 5, with a multiplier of 1x to 5x applied to the total value of coins collected on that spin.

An optional Boost feature increases the total bet by 50% to improve the frequency of Silver/Gold Pirate Coins and increase the chance of triggering bonus games, Red Papaya said. Bonus play uses a “Hold & Win” style format with persistent coin collection into colour-coded treasure chests above the reels.

Madelein Ozok, Head of Studio at Red Papaya, said: “With Pirate’s Fight for Fortune, we wanted to combine a classic high-seas theme with a sophisticated multi-tiered bonus structure. This game’s high quality art and engaging audio also lends to an exciting storyline which we know players love.

“By utilising a persistent collection mechanic that builds anticipation with every spin, and offering players three distinct levels of bonus gameplay alongside a massive 20,000x Grand Jackpot, we’ve created a high-engagement title that stands out in any operator’s lobby.”

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Platipus Secures Ontario Supplier Licence

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Platipus Gaming has officially obtained a supplier licence to operate in the province of Ontario, Canada. This licence allows the company to provide gaming content to licensed operators in the province and represents a significant milestone in Platipus’ ongoing focus on regulatory alignment, operational consistency, and responsible product supply.

Importance for Operators

For Ontario-licensed operators, partnering with a licensed supplier like Platipus ensures that content is delivered in line with AGCO requirements. This reduces the need for additional regulatory assessments and supports smoother integration of third-party content into licensed operations. All products are designed and supplied with responsible gambling and player protection in mind, adhering to the technical and operational standards required by the Commission.

Strategic Significance for Platipus Gaming

The Ontario licence is a reflection of Platipus’ compliance-by-design philosophy. Regulatory considerations are integrated early in the development process, rather than being addressed as a final checkpoint. This approach ensures that products, processes, and operational structures are prepared for regulated environments from the outset.

Operating under AGCO also positions Platipus to engage with other regulated markets where Ontario standards are often referenced as benchmarks. The licence supports the company’s long-term goal of maintaining consistent product quality, operational reliability, and responsible content supply across multiple jurisdictions.

Company Perspectives

A spokesperson from the Legal Department commented: “We are pleased to receive our supplier licence in Ontario and to make our gaming content and solutions available. Following a comprehensive application process, we can now formally present this achievement as part of our regulated market presence.”

Viktoriia Andreasen, Head of Marketing, added: “Ontario stands out as a well-structured and highly organised jurisdiction. It represents an important regulated market with strong operational standards”.

Ontario supplier licence confirms that Platipus can deliver content in one of the world’s most tightly regulated iGaming markets, with all technical, operational, and compliance requirements addressed.

This milestone represents more than a geographic expansion. It signals that Platipus Gaming has structured processes, robust governance, and a compliance-focused development approach, supporting sustainable regulated operations and long-term market participation.

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Media Troopers cites March Madness betting surge across US regulated markets

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Media Troopers said March Madness 2026 drove one of its strongest periods for traffic and customer acquisition across US-regulated sports betting markets, following the conclusion of the tournament in which the Michigan Wolverines beat the Connecticut Huskies 69-63 in the national championship game.

The digital marketing and customer acquisition group said final figures were not yet complete, but noted consistent traffic and conversion rates across its network during the multi-week event. Media Troopers also pointed to the American Gaming Association’s estimate of a $3.3 billion handle from licensed US betting operators during this year’s tournament.

“Everyone talks about the Super Bowl as the peak moment, and in terms of a single event, that’s true,” said Media Troopers CEO, Shmulik Segal. “But March Madness betting has always been different, and we can see it by the exponential growth this year. Unlike the Super Bowl which peaks over one night, March Madness delivers scale over time. You’re not looking at one spike, you’re looking at consistent, high-intent engagement for weeks.”

The company said operators benefited from repeated touchpoints, with returning customers using existing accounts to place college basketball bets throughout the tournament. “What made this March Madness so powerful was frequency,” Segal added. “Users are not just placing one bet. The predictions, odds, and results create a new reality every day. So bettors are coming back day after day, round after round. From an acquisition and retention perspective, that’s incredibly valuable.”

Segal also tied the tournament’s impact to continued expansion in the US regulated landscape. “Regulation has changed the game,” he said. “You now have more states, more operators, and more competition. Events like March Madness allow operators to differentiate and build long-term relationships with players, not just capture one-off bets.”

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