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IBIA Integrity Report: 183 betting integrity alerts reported in 2019

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4 years ago

January 29, 2020

The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) reported 183 cases of suspicious betting to the relevant authorities during 2019, with 45 of those cases reported in the last quarter (Q4). The annual total represents a 31% fall in alerts from 2018, with tennis accounting for the vast majority of that decline. Tennis (101) and football (49) constituted 82% of all alerts reported during 2019, with Europe (48%) and Asia (28%) maintaining their positions as the primary locations of the sports events on which alerts were generated during that period.

Khalid Ali, CEO of IBIA, said: “The decline in alerts is very welcome, especially as this is primarily a result of an improved level of integrity in ITF tennis, which has been the subject of particular scrutiny in recent years. However, there remains a clear threat from criminals intent on manipulating sport to defraud operators. Such illicit organised and targeted action has an impact on the reputation and financial well-being of sports and reputable betting operators alike.”

He added: “We continue to work closely with sports and our members to reduce that threat and to identify and punish such corruption, utilising the world’s largest operator-run and customer data led integrity system. Our rebranding and global repositioning in 2019 has aided our expansion with operators increasingly recognising the value and business necessity of engaging in collective action to protect their products against the loss of revenue resulting from betting corruption.”

Other key data for 2019:

5 – new betting operators joined IBIA
12 – number of sports on which alerts were reported
43 – per cent fall in tennis alerts from 2018 to 2019
52 – per cent of alerts raised on sports outside of Europe

The International Betting Integrity Association is the leading global voice on integrity for the licensed betting industry. It is run by operators for operators, protecting its members from corruption through collective action. Its monitoring and alert platform is a highly effective anti-corruption tool that detects and reports suspicious activity on its members’ betting markets. The association has longstanding information sharing partnerships with leading sports and gambling regulators to utilise its data and prosecute corruption. It represents the sector at high-level policy discussion forums such as the IOC, UN, Council of Europe and European Commission.

The association publishes quarterly and annual reports covering the integrity alerts reported through its monitoring and alert platform. The 2019 report can be viewed on the IBIA website here along with previous reports. The association can be contacted via [email protected].

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Strategic Deal: Expanse Studios Seals Media Partnership with Geek Spins

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14 hours ago

April 18, 2024

George Miller

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Expanse Studios is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Geek Spins, a leading platform dedicated to providing comprehensive and reliable information about online gambling. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Expanse Studios’ commitment to enhancing the gaming experience for players worldwide. By joining forces with this renowned media platform, Expanse Studios aims to revolutionize the way players engage with online casinos and slot machines, offering unparalleled access to the latest and most reliable gaming content.

About Geek Spins

Geek Spins was founded in 2018 by a passionate group of enthusiasts with a singular goal: to provide players with accurate and up-to-date information about online gambling. Since its inception, Geek Spins has expanded its team significantly and has become a trusted source for players seeking the best gaming experiences. With over 500 reviews of top online casinos, 1500 slot machines, 2000 bonuses, and content from over 100 providers and payment systems, Geek Spins continues to set the standard for excellence in the online gambling industry.

Expanse Studios’ Vision

At Expanse Studios, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation to deliver exceptional gaming experiences to players worldwide. Our collaboration with Geek Spins aligns with our vision of providing players with access to the latest and most reliable gaming content. By leveraging their extensive database and expertise, we aim to empower players to make informed decisions about their online gambling activities and elevate the overall gaming experience.

Synergy and Added Value

The partnership between Expanse Studios and Geek Spins brings together two industry leaders with a shared commitment to excellence. By combining Expanse Studios’ cutting-edge technology and game development expertise with Geek Spins’ comprehensive database and industry knowledge, we are able to deliver unparalleled value to players. Together, we will work tirelessly to enhance the online gambling experience, providing players with access to the latest games, reviews, and bonuses.

Why It Matters

This collaboration is significant for both Expanse Studios and Geek Spins, as it represents a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in the online gambling industry. By joining forces, we have the opportunity to reach a wider audience of players and provide them with the best possible gaming experiences. This partnership also underscores our dedication to transparency, reliability, and player satisfaction, ensuring that players have access to the information they need to make informed decisions about their online gambling activities.

Damjan Stamenkovic, CEO of Expanse Studios, commented on the collaboration, saying, “We are thrilled to partner with Geek Spins to enhance the online gambling experience for players worldwide. This collaboration represents a significant step forward for both companies and underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional gaming content to our players.”

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Compliance Updates

GoldenRace is now certified in the Netherlands

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16 hours ago

April 18, 2024

George Miller

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GoldenRace, global provider of award-winning Virtual Sports and betting solutions, has recently obtained a certification for its highly acclaimed Virtual Sports and Games in the Dutch market.

GoldenRace successfully navigated the stringent regulatory landscape of the Netherlands, and now will be providing its impressive betting products into the Online Dutch market, which will be an important advancement in our operational expansion.

The Netherlands betting scene is on the cusp of a substantial growth phase and with GoldenRace’s latest certification, we introduce to the Dutch market a range of highly popular games tailored to desktop and mobile, in both scheduled and on-demand modes.

Among the offer, players will enjoy our most-played Virtual Football line-up – including Football Single, Leagues, World Cup and Euro Champions-, adrenaline-pumping 3×3 Basketball and MMA and top-notch races as Horse Racing, Greyhound Racing and Grand Prix Indianapolis 60. Last but not least, our Number Games, such as Spin2Win. All ready to captivate Dutch players.

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Betby Forges Strategic Partnership With Latam Powerhouse Cactus Gaming

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16 hours ago

April 18, 2024

GamingAmericas.com

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BETBY, a pioneering provider of top-tier B2B sportsbook solutions, has unveiled a strategic alliance with Cactus Gaming, a prominent iGaming platform renowned for its strong foothold in the Latin American market. This partnership heralds the integration of Betby’s advanced sportsbook into Cactus Gaming’s platform, utilizing a shared API framework. As a result, the time-to-market for Cactus Gaming’s operator partners is significantly shortened, enabling them to launch the sportsbook within a matter of days.

United by a common commitment to innovation and excellence, Betby and Cactus Gaming aspire to redefine the landscape of iGaming by setting new benchmarks for quality and pushing the boundaries of online betting. This collaboration represents a fusion of expertise, creativity, and ambition, with a collective goal to provides a first-class sports betting experience.

Chris Nikolopoulos, Betby’s CCO, said: “We are thrilled about our collaboration with Cactus Gaming, which reaffirms Betby’s dedication to partnering with industry frontrunners. This strategic alliance enables us to extend Betby’s sportsbook solution and services to Cactus Gaming’s partners, enhancing their betting experiences by granting seamless access to the most current and exceptional sports content alongside cutting-edge technology. I am confident that both companies will realize substantial long-term advantages from this partnership.”

Tiago Silva, Cactus Gaming’s CRA, said: “We are thrilled to initiate this partnership with Betby. This collaboration empowers us to harness Betby’s vast expertise and state-of-the-art sportsbook solution, enabling us to deliver the ultimate sports betting experience to our partners in Latin America and worldwide. We anticipate that this partnership will set the stage for further innovative collaborations in the future.”