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UK Gambling Commission Approves BetBlocker.org as Prevention Charity
BetBlocker.org is proud to announce that it has been officially recognised by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) as a responsible gambling charity with the primary focus of helping to prevent problem gambling. The charity is now found listed on the UKGC website as one of only six charities recognised by the regulator under the prevention heading.
BetBlocker provides a free app that allows users to restrict their internet capable devices from accessing over 12.4k gambling operator websites (a ‘blocking’ software). The restrictions can last from 24 hours up to 5 years offering flexibility to the user to allow them to best manage their interactions with gambling in a controlled and responsible manner. The app is available on the following platforms: Android, iOS, Windows, Apple Mac, Linux and Fire OS.
BetBlocker.org was registered with the OSCR, Scotland’s charity regulator, in August 2019. Its main purposes, as listed on the OSCR website, are “the prevention or relief of poverty” and “the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage”.
Gambling operators, other organisations, and even the general public can now donate to BetBlocker.org in order to fund its activities. Donations from UKGC licensed gambling operators can also be counted towards the license required RET donations. This is especially significant as the regulator has been sign-posting for some time the possibility that their licensees may soon be required to offer a free license to a blocking software to any self-excluding player. As BetBlocker is currently the only free blocking software, by donating to the charity the generosity shown by the operator can be reciprocated by ensuring that a free blocking software remains available should the regulator choose to make this a license requirement. In this manner donating to BetBlocker may actually save operators money in the long run.
As a charity, BetBlocker.org can only continue operating as long as it is funded by generous contributors. Operators opting to cooperate with the charity are not only supporting the thousands of users that are actively using the tool every day but are insuring themselves against potential future overheads that would come from having to provide commercial licenses to an alternative blocking software to individuals looking to self-exclude.
In the short time since the UKGC charity recognition came through, BetBlocker has already received significant financial contributions from both Greentube (Novomatic) and L&L Europe. These contributions have already allowed for significant upgrades to be made to the service being offered.
About BetBlocker.org:
BetBlocker.org is a charitable organisation established to help relieve the burdens caused by gambling through the prevention of problem gambling. The organisation’s main tool is software that can be downloaded and installed to prevent online devices from gaining access to gambling sites. The software is offered free of charge to both consumers and gambling operators. It is funded through charitable contributions.
Belatra
Belatra celebrates 33rd anniversary at SiGMA South America
Belatra Games, the specialist online slots developer, is marking its 33rd anniversary at this year’s SiGMA South America, taking place in São Paulo, Brazil, where the company will welcome partners, clients, and industry friends to celebrate the milestone at Booth M70.
The event provides the perfect backdrop for Belatra to reflect on more than three decades of innovation in the global iGaming industry. Since its founding, the company has earned a reputation for creating engaging and immersive gaming experiences, powered in part by long-standing partnerships across international markets.
Visitors to the Belatra stand will have the chance to meet the LatAm team based in Buenos Aires, led by Head of Accounts LatAm Lucila M. Barletta, and discover more about the company’s latest titles and the opportunities emerging across LatAm. Members of Belatra’s European team will also be present in São Paulo to celebrate the milestone together with partners and guests.
To mark the occasion, Belatra will also host a special stand celebration, inviting guests to raise a glass with the team while taking part in an exclusive booth giveaway featuring a selection of prizes.
Celebrations will take place during the exhibition at Booth M70 at the Transamérica Expo Center, where Belatra is excited to welcome industry partners and celebrate 33 years of innovation together.
Sergey Chernyavski, Belatra Games’ CCO, said: “Celebrating 33 years of Belatra at SiGMA South America is a special moment for our team. A huge part of our success has been inspired by relationships within the iGaming community and events like this give us a chance to say thanks to our partners and friends. LatAm and Brazil are big markets for us and we look forward to showcasing our latest titles and plans for the region.”
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CasinoCanada.com introduces redesigned Bonus Cards
CasinoCanada.com has updated its bonus presentation, unveiling a redesigned Bonus Card system that simplifies understanding, comparison, and claiming of offers.
The newly released Bonus Cards bring a streamlined and structured approach to bonus discovery.
This update resolves persistent issues with cluttered and inconsistent bonus information. Previously, varied naming conventions, lengthy descriptions, and hidden exclusive offers made it difficult for users to identify relevant deals.
Clean, consistent cards
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Exclusive bonuses front and center
CasinoCanada.com now highlights its proprietary offers – bonuses available exclusively through the platform. A new Exclusive toggle allows users to instantly surface these deals without navigating to a separate page or taking additional steps. With a single tap, exclusive offers move to the top of the list.
Expandable details for deeper insights
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The redesigned system makes bonuses easier to read, compare, and claim. By reducing friction and highlighting exclusive offers, this update enhances CasinoCanada.com’s value to its audience.
CasinoCanada.com will continue expanding and refining the product, with upcoming visual enhancements and additional functionality already in development.
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WWE and White Hat Studios Deliver WrestleMania®: Road to Gold Exclusively to Fanatics Casino
WWE®, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), and White Hat Studios announced the official branded slot, WrestleMania®: Road to Gold, will launch exclusively with Fanatics Casino beginning today.
Available only in the United States, the new online casino game for real money wagering in regulated markets will harness the star power of 20 marquee names from the WWE, including fan-favorites Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley, just in time for WrestleMania® 42, which will return to Las Vegas, on April 18-19, 2026.
The Unlock Trail gameplay takes players on a journey through WWE Premium Live Events, with progressive bonus mechanics inspired by SummerSlam®, Survivor Series®, Royal Rumble®, Elimination Chamber®, and Money in the Bank®. Each milestone intensifies excitement and win potential before culminating in the legendary WrestleMania® showdown. The action in WrestleMania®: Road to Gold is further elevated by the unmistakable voice of Michael Cole, transporting players ringside and ensuring the entire storytelling experience is underpinned by authenticity.
The breadth of personalities and events integrated makes WrestleMania®: Road to Gold one of the most comprehensive and immersive IP games brought to market. Drawing on more than 70 years of entertainment heritage, WrestleMania®: Road to Gold is designed to capture the spirit of WWE’s iconic brand, providing WWE fans across regulated US iCasino markets with a new way to interact with the global brand.
Armen Tatarevic, VP of Gaming at White Hat Studios, said: “WWE is an iconic brand steeped in entertainment history, and the aim was to collaborate closely to channel that legacy into WrestleMania®: Road to Gold. From superstar athletes to headline events, there are numerous touchpoints that fans will enjoy, and this is a major IP launch for White Hat Studios as we continue to deliver a main event experience to casino players in the United States.”
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