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MeitY Blocked 1300 Illegal Sites But Offshore Platforms Still Exist

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The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) in India has issued 1298 orders between 2022 and 2024 to block online betting, gambling, and gaming websites. But executives from real money gaming firms allege that non-compliant offshore platforms continued to thrive in India.

Additionally, the Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI), in a note published in March, said it had blocked 357 non-compliant offshore RMG entities, with 700 more under scrutiny.

With the ban on homegrown RMG platforms, offshore entities are expected to thrive, cornering the entire Indian market through a web of channels on social media messaging platforms and proliferation of these apps operated from regulatory havens.

“The cracking down on offshore platforms led us to believe that the centre was focussed on curbing these operators by working with the homegrown industry as partners. There were risk and analytics people advising the government on illegal money flows and suspicious behaviour,” an executive with knowledge of the matter said.

Executives added that the industry co-operated with the government on cracking down the offshore entities during the past few months. Offshore entities continued to promote their services through outdoor advertising, despite government orders to block them, they said.

Executives noted that bans on legitimate operators in states like Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu pushed RMG activity towards offshore companies in the past.

They cautioned that after a complete ban is imposed on companies in India, there could be a rise in instances of financial distress and money laundering, since offshore entities are immune to regulatory scrutiny.

“The demand does not evaporate because of this ban, the demand is still there. It’s just that a different set of operators will be available now to fulfill that,” an executive said.

PRAHAR’s (Public Response Against Helplessness and Action for Addressal) July 2024 survey of 2500 gamers in Telangana—where RMG has been banned for eight years—found more than 94% of players still accessing offshore or illicit apps through VPNs, Telegram groups, or sideloaded platforms.

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Aviatrix Launches New Loot Boxes to Deepen Progression and Reward Paths

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Aviatrix has launched a new Loot Box feature for its premier crash game, presenting collectible rewards, free bets, and progression bonuses aimed at boosting long-term player engagement.

Loot Boxes are granted through a daily rewards mechanism, with players obtaining them according to their in-game actions and advancement. Every box holds a variety of rewards, such as aircraft skins, complimentary bets, and aviation experience points.

The feature enhances Aviatrix’s developing loyalty system, providing players with fresh options to personalize their aircraft and earn rewards through continuous engagement.

Anastasia Rimskaya, Chief Account Officer at Aviatrix, said: “Loot Boxes are part of our wider vision for Aviatrix as a connected multi-game universe. As we expand our iGaming Metaverse, features like Loot Boxes add another meaningful layer to how players build their profile, customise their aircraft and earn rewards across the ecosystem.”

Unveiled in February, the Aviatrix iGaming Metaverse signifies the supplier’s shift from a standalone crash game to an integrated multi-title ecosystem.

Starting with the imminent debut of Aviatrix Second Chance and continuing with upcoming titles like Aviatrix Fruits and Aviatrix Mines, every game will utilize a single integrated player profile, progression system, and rewards and achievements framework.

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Atucha Strategic Advisory strengthens leadership team with appointment of Eliane Nunes as Head of Revenue & Commercial Growth

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Atucha Strategic Advisory, led by LatAm specialist Ramiro Atucha, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Eliane Nunes as Head of Revenue & Commercial Growth, reinforcing the consultancy’s capabilities across Brazil and the wider Latin American region.

The appointment reflects the ongoing evolution of ASA’s boutique advisory model and its focus on delivering tailored strategic guidance to a select group of clients operating in complex, fast-changing markets.

Eliane Nunes brings more than 30 years of experience across iGaming, public relations, corporate communications, growth strategy, and partnership development. Her career has been defined by deep market understanding, relationship-driven leadership, and a long-term approach to sustainable value creation.

Ramiro Atucha commented:
“Eliane’s market sensitivity and structured thinking make her a natural fit for ASA. Her ability to combine revenue awareness, commercial vision, and attentive listening enhances the value we deliver to our partners.”

Eliane Nunes added:
“Ramiro is a professional I have long admired, and our perspectives on growth, positioning, and client development are highly aligned. In Brazil and LatAm, sustainable performance is shaped not only by metrics, but also by trust, reputation, and close professional relationships.”

In her new role, Nunes will lead revenue development initiatives, commercial expansion, and partnership structuring, helping ASA clients translate strategic direction into measurable business outcomes across Brazil and Latin America.

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Greentube enters Slovenian market with Casino.si partnership

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Greentube, the digital gaming and entertainment arm of NOVOMATIC, has officially launched in the Slovenian iGaming market through a new collaboration with local operator Casino.si.

The agreement marks Greentube’s first go-live in Slovenia and represents another step in the company’s broader European expansion strategy.

As part of the rollout, Casino.si players will gain access to a curated portfolio of Greentube titles, blending new releases with well-known land-based classics that have performed strongly across Central Europe.

The initial launch features recent favourites such as Charming Lady’s Boom™ and the Cash Connection™ series, alongside iconic titles including Book of Ra™ deluxe, Sizzling Hot™ deluxe, and Lord of the Ocean™. The mix is designed to balance recognisable heritage content with modern online performance, offering broad appeal for Slovenian players.

The partnership further strengthens Greentube’s footprint across regulated European markets while enabling Casino.si to expand its online offering with established, high-performing content.

Opher Ben Zvi, Deputy Director of Global Sales & Key Account Management at Greentube, said the move represents an important milestone in the company’s regional growth:

“Entering the Slovenian market is a significant step for Greentube as we continue to expand across Europe. Casino.si is a respected operator with strong regional reach, and we are proud to introduce our portfolio of classic and new-generation titles to Slovenian players for the first time.”

Ksenija Bezek, Head of Online Operations at Casino.si, added:

“Greentube’s games are widely recognised by players across Europe, and we are pleased to welcome such a prestigious supplier to our platform. This partnership enhances our offering with proven titles that deliver both entertainment value and quality gameplay.”

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