Press Releases
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.
game releases
ICONIC21 launches Keno with three risk levels and 1,000x max multiplier
ICONIC21 has launched Keno, a new lottery-style iGaming title, the supplier said on 7 July 2026.
In the game, players can pick up to 10 numbers and watch a draw to see how many match. ICONIC21 said Keno includes three selectable risk levels — Low, Medium and High — and a maximum multiplier of 1,000x.
For operators, ICONIC21 said the release supports branding options including customisable win and loss assets and a branded multiplier progress bar.
Edvardas Sadovskis, Chief Product Officer at ICONIC21, said: “Keno has endured precisely because it never asked for too much of the player, and that simplicity is exactly what we set out to protect.
“The three risk levels give players real agency over their session, which matters for enjoyment and responsible play alike. It’s a recognisable, low-barrier format with enough customisation built in to make it genuinely an operator’s own.”
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game content
R. Franco Digital releases fighting game-themed slot Spin Fighters
R. Franco Digital has released Spin Fighters, a new slot title inspired by classic one-on-one fighting video games, the supplier said on 7th July 2026.
The game opens with a character selection screen where players choose two contenders. R. Franco Digital said the core mechanic ties winning spins to “upper icons”, with the icon direction determining which fighter takes damage, reducing a health bar.
According to the company, each winning line triggers an attack. When a character’s health reaches zero, a respin is activated with special reels that offer a chance to recover. If the fighter is eliminated, a new character steps in, and the winning fighter earns a multiplier based on the number of opponents defeated.
The slot also includes a bonus round triggered by landing three Scatter symbols. In the feature, the chosen fighter faces a punch bag and can deliver hits worth up to 100x the stake each.
Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital, said: “Spin Fighters evokes the nostalgia players feel for classic console combat games, with clever mechanics that deliver exciting, action‑packed gameplay. Once again, we’re giving players meaningful choices through character selection, and we’re confident this title will resonate with players around the world.”
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BETANO
Play’n GO strengthens Latin American presence with Betano Colombia launch
The Swedish gaming giant confirms its industry leading portfolio of games now available in Colombia with Betano for the first time
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, has further expanded its presence in Latin America after going live with Betano, the premium online sports betting and gaming brand owned by Kaizen Gaming, one of the world’s leading GameTech companies.
The partnership covers Colombia, one of the region’s most established and trusted regulated markets.
The launch sees Betano Colombia roll out the full Play’n GO portfolio to its players. This includes some of the studio’s most iconic and popular titles, such as Book of Dead and Reactoonz, alongside a wide range of premium content designed to deliver world-class entertainment in regulated environments.
The launch reinforces Play’n GO’s strategic focus on regulated markets and is another significant milestone in its ongoing growth across Latin America.
Colombia continues to be a key market for Play’n GO, widely regarded as one of the most stable and mature regulated jurisdictions in the region. The launch with Betano ensures that more players than ever before in the country will have access to the company’s diverse and high-performing content portfolio.
Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer of Play’n GO, said: “Colombia is an incredibly important market for Play’n GO. It stands out as one of the most stable regulated markets in Latin America, making it a key focus for our long-term growth strategy globally.
“Betano is one of the biggest names in global gaming, and they share our commitment to quality, compliance, and delivering exceptional entertainment. Bringing our full portfolio live on their platform in Colombia is an exciting step, and we’re confident this partnership will be a strong success for both parties.”
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