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UK’s BGC calls for Online Harms Bill to crackdown on black-market unregulated gambling operators endangering children

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Standards body BGC Calls for government to use Online Harms Bill to crackdown on unregulated gambling operators

Analysis conducted for the new standards body, the Betting and Gaming Council which represents UK regulated operators, reveals consumers are exposed to large numbers of unlicensed operators (38%) through search results for key gambling terms on major search engines.

  • 4 in 10 search results for key gambling terms on major search engines are unlicensed black-market operators
  • Danger that children are accessing illegal websites with no strict ID and age verification measures unlike U.K. licensed operators.
  • 27 million visits from UK IP addresses to black—market gambling sites
  • Estimated 200,000 people in U.K. have used illegal gambling sites in past 12 months

The BGC calls on the government to ensure that the Online Harms Bill, soon to be introduced in parliament, includes action to crack down on platforms who profit from unregulated, black market gambling operators.

There is a particular danger that children are accessing these websites where there are no strict ID and age verification measures deployed by U.K. licensed operators. New strict age verification procedures introduced in May 2019 for UK licensed operators require full verification of name, age and address before anyone can open an online account or place a bet.

The regulatory Advisory Board for Safer Gambling (formerly RGSB) warned in 2018 that internet service providers, app stores, search engine companies, and other relevant providers should be vigilant to the possibility of third party use of their products to provide illegal gambling to children and young people, and should be proactive in preventing it.

The sizeable proportion of gamblers using unlicensed operators reveals that the size of the active ‘black market’ in the UK today is worth around £1.4bn in stakes.

Web traffic statistics suggest that there are 27 million visits from UK IP addresses. Some unlicensed websites block customers from the U.K. but many of those can be circumvented using VPNs (Virtual Private Networks).

Michael Dugher, Chief Executive of the BGC, said: “Search platforms are promoting black-market gambling operators for profit, putting the British consumers, including children, at risk. None of the UK’s strict licensed safeguards are in place on these illegal sites.

“Regulated bookies and online operators have a strict zero tolerance approach to underage gambling, yet unlicensed operators are free to prey on vulnerable consumers.

“We welcome the Government’s Online Harms Bill. But it also provides the Government with a chance to clamp down on the black-market and help protect punters who want a flutter in a safe environment.”

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Endorphina Club Returns to Host the GamingTECH CEE Awards Ceremony & Party at HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026

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HIPTHER proudly announces the return of the Endorphina Club Awards Party & Ceremony, the official celebration of the GamingTECH CEE Awards 2026, taking place on 24 March 2026 at 20:00 at the iconic Buddha Bar Prague.

Organised by Endorphina, the Awards & Party Sponsor of the HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, the evening marks one of the most anticipated moments of the summit’s 10th anniversary edition, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to celebrate excellence across the Central and Eastern European gaming and technology ecosystem.

This year’s edition continues the successful partnership between HIPTHER and Endorphina, which began in 2023, with the Endorphina Events Team once again curating an unforgettable awards celebration concept and selecting one of Prague’s most elegant venues for the occasion.

A Celebration of Innovation, Community, and Excellence

The GamingTECH CEE Awards shine a spotlight on the companies, products, teams, and individuals shaping the future of gaming and technology across the region.

As part of the HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, the awards recognise outstanding contributions across a wide spectrum of categories spanning iGaming innovation, compliance leadership, technological advancement, and industry growth.

The Endorphina Club Awards Party elevates the awards ceremony into a full evening experience, where the community gathers to celebrate achievements in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere.

Guests can expect an exclusive evening where sophistication meets the spirit of Asia, featuring premium drinks, vibrant entertainment, and the unmistakable energy of one of Prague’s most iconic venues.

RSVP Required for Summit Participants

All HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026 participants who wish to attend the Awards Party are invited to confirm their participation in advance.

To secure a place on the official Endorphina Club guest list, attendees should contact the organiser to RSVP, at:

[email protected]

Due to the exclusive nature of the venue and limited capacity, online RSVP is mandatory.

Celebrating a Continued Partnership

The ongoing collaboration between HIPTHER and Endorphina has become a cherished tradition within the Prague Summit experience, with each edition introducing new creative concepts and memorable venues for the industry’s celebration night.

Commenting on the partnership, Zoltan Tundik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER, stated: “The GamingTECH CEE Awards have always been about recognising the people and companies who push our industry forward. Over the years, the Endorphina Club celebration has become one of the most anticipated moments of the Prague Summit. It’s a place where competitors turn into collaborators and the community comes together to celebrate innovation, resilience, and creativity. We are thrilled to once again partner with the Endorphina team to host this special evening in one of Prague’s most iconic venues as we mark the summit’s 10-year milestone.”

The Endorphina Club Party for GamingTECH Awards 2026 takes place during the HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026, held on 24–25 March 2026 at OREA Hotel Andel’s Praha, gathering regulators, operators, technology providers, affiliates, fintech innovators, and industry leaders from across Europe and beyond.

“Prague is our home – and as a Czech company, there’s nowhere we’d rather bring the industry together! Hosting The GamingTECH CEE Awards here isn’t just convenient, it’s personal. That’s why our collaboration with HIPTHER means so much to us: together we get to welcome partners, friends, and colleagues from across the industry to the city that made Endorphina what it is today. The Endorphina Club evening is one of those nights we pour our hearts into-because home games are always the best ones.” Irina Veselkova, Head of Marketing at Endorphina

Under the theme “Decoding the Future: 10 Years of Impact,” the summit explores the intersection of technology, regulation, and innovation through expert panels, workshops, and curated networking opportunities.

HIPTHER and the Endorphina Club Awards Party promises to deliver an unforgettable evening celebrating the achievements, creativity, and spirit of collaboration that define the gaming and tech community.

More information about HIPTHER Prague Summit 2026:
https://hipther.com/events/prague/

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SCCG Partners with clevaQ to Deliver an Integrated End-to-End Ordering Solution Connecting POS, PMS, and Loyalty Ecosystems Across Major Hospitality Operations

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SCCG Management, a global advisory firm specializing in gaming, sports betting, iGaming, and hospitality technology, announced a strategic partnership with clevaQ, a fully agnostic, integrated ordering solution that seamlessly connects operators to their best-of-breed systems, purpose-built for gaming and hospitality venues.

clevaQ’s newest ground-breaking solution, clevaQ Bridge, enables guests to order directly from gaming machines, delivering a true VIP experience at every EGM. Players can order paid or complimentary food and beverage at the machine via the respective touchscreen, seamlessly integrating ordering into the gaming journey without interrupting play. Fully connected to the venue’s member loyalty ecosystem, the solution allows members to earn and redeem benefits through the gaming system, with all transactions settling directly through the venue’s Point of Sale and Property Management systems.

Under the agreement, SCCG will lead global sales distribution, enterprise introductions, and strategic business development for clevaQ across commercial casinos, tribal gaming enterprises, regional operators, integrated resorts, and hospitality groups. The partnership positions clevaQ for accelerated expansion into complex, multi-outlet gaming environments where guest experience, member engagement, and operational efficiency are critical drivers of growth.

clevaQ delivers a comprehensive ordering ecosystem that connects a venue’s POS, member loyalty, and property management systems into a single, complete solution. As a truly agnostic platform, clevaQ integrates seamlessly with existing technology stacks, allowing operators to modernize ordering and loyalty engagement without replacing infrastructure. Transactions synchronize across systems in real time, providing unified visibility across gaming and hospitality spend.

With clevaQ, guests can enjoy the same seamless ordering experience in-room, poolside, while dining at the table, or directly from the EGM, creating a consistent, property-wide commerce environment across every touchpoint.

Venues are empowered by providing guests a comprehensive ordering experience, with tailored options for upsell, specials, marketing campaigns, scheduling controls, and fully customized theming to match brand identity. clevaQ’s ability to support multiple outlets within a single cart experience increases average order values, simplifies service flow during peak periods, and strengthens non-gaming revenue performance, all while reinforcing loyalty participation.

“The gaming and hospitality industries are rapidly evolving toward integrated, guest-first service models,” said Stephen Crystal, Founder and CEO of SCCG Management. “clevaQ provides operators with a comprehensive commerce layer that connects ordering, member loyalty ecosystems, and gaming systems into one cohesive environment. Through our global advisory network and distribution capabilities, we look forward to accelerating clevaQ’s adoption across commercial and tribal gaming markets seeking scalable, system-compatible innovation.”

“clevaQ was built to be the industry’s most complete and agnostic ordering system which connects your own best of breed, allowing operators to maintain their chosen sources of truth while providing an enhanced user experience for their guests and members” said Paul Pisani, Founder and Managing Director of clevaQ. “We do not require operators to rip and replace existing systems. Instead, we unify POS, loyalty, PMS, and on prem communications into a single digital journey that enhances the guest experience while preserving prior investments. Our partnership with SCCG accelerates our ability to bring this solution to operators globally.”

As gaming operators continue to prioritize non-gaming revenue growth and seamless member engagement, the partnership between SCCG and clevaQ represents a strategic alignment between advanced venue commerce technology and a global advisory platform positioned to support enterprise deployment and long-term market expansion.

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Digicode at NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026: Driving the Future of iGaming Technology

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Digicode, a leading provider of next-generation iGaming solutions, announced its participation in NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026: Innovation in iGaming, one of North America’s most influential iGaming and sports betting events taking place March 10–11, 2026, at Convene, 225 Liberty Street, Downtown New York.

NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026 brings together more than 1,200 senior executives, investors, technology leaders, operators, and innovators from across the global iGaming and sports betting ecosystem to explore breakthrough technologies, partnerships, and growth opportunities shaping the future of online gaming.

“At a time when the industry is rapidly evolving, NEXT.io Summit NYC serves as the premier stage for strategic conversation, innovation, and partnership,” said Elkhan Shabanov, CEO of Digicode Americas. “We’re excited to showcase our cutting-edge solutions that empower operators and suppliers to build faster, scale smarter, and take ownership of their technology stack.”

During NEXT.io Summit NYC 2026, Digicode will demonstrate how the Diger Suite empowers iGaming businesses to modernize their technology stack, offering a modular ecosystem of advanced solutions engineered to replace legacy systems with flexible, scalable, and performance-driven infrastructure:

  • DigerRGS – Next-generation iGaming platform with full IP control and capacity for high throughput performance
  • DigerPAM – Cross-market ready player account management system
  • DigerPay – PSP-agnostic payment gateway supporting 200+ methods with real-time fraud protection
  • DigerClick – Fully owned affiliate management platform with customizable tools and analytics
  • DigerCompanion – AI-driven assistant for multilingual support, responsible gaming automation, and compliance management

During the event, Digicode experts will  share real-world use cases and actionable frameworks to help industry leaders transition from legacy constraints to competitive advantage. Key topics include scaling rent-to-own iGaming platforms, automating support and compliance with AI, building resilient payment stacks, owning affiliate systems, and operating in regulated markets with adaptive technology.

 

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