Compliance Updates
VIXIO GamblingCompliance announces 2020 Global Regulatory Awards shortlist

VIXIO GamblingCompliance announces 2020 Global Regulatory Awards shortlist
Today, VIXIO GamblingCompliance unveiled the shortlist for their Global Regulatory Awards (GRA). Now in their fourth year, the VIXIO GRAs recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals, teams and businesses who have excelled in the field of compliance, corporate social responsibility and responsible gambling over the course of the year.
This year’s shortlist showcases a host of progressive businesses, all who have demonstrated their ability to adapt to an increasingly complex regulatory environment, to innovate, and embrace safer gambling.
Mike Woolfrey, CEO, VIXIO, said “This year has been one of the most competitive years yet, with the judges having to consider hundreds of entries to shortlist finalists across 18 categories. Every year the standard gets higher as the industry moves to an ever-greater culture of compliance. Our judging process is extremely rigorous and the awards are hotly contested, so being shortlisted is a highly significant achievement. Whilst this year we are disappointed we won’t be able to host our black-tie gala dinner, we are looking forward to announcing the winners at our virtual event, which everyone can join to celebrate the industry’s achievements”.
Robert Chvatal, CEO, SAZKA Group, said: “Congratulations to all those shortlisted. The operational excellence, innovation and commitment to drive up standards demonstrated by those shortlisted is a really positive sign for the future of the industry. We are delighted to be partnering with VIXIO GamblingCompliance on these hugely important awards and we look forward to seeing who emerges as winners on 29 October”
Due to on-going safety concerns around COVID-19, this year’s presentation of the 2020 VIXIO Global Regulatory Award winners will take place via an online live stream, broadcast globally on 29, October at 16:00 GMT. To find out more, including how to register, go to: gamblingcomplianceawards.com
Award for Commitment to Compliance by An Affiliate Company
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AskGamblers
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Better Collective
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Bojoko
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Gambling.com Group
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iBet Directory
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Little Star Media
Award for Outstanding Individual Contribution to Responsible Gambling
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Amina Norgosanow, Videslots
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David Caruana, Kindred Group
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Jon Duffy, Genting Casino UK
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Stefania Colombo, IGT
Best Regulatory Lawyer or Law Firm of the Year
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CMS
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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Herzog Fox & Neeman
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Mishcon de Reya Betting & Gaming Group
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Pinsent Masons LLP
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Tommaso di Chio, Kambi
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WH Partners
Best Regulatory Lawyer or Law Firm of the Year
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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Paul Hasting LLP
Chief Compliance Officer of the Year
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Jon Duffy, Genting Casinos UK
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Ori Monheit, Skywind Group
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Sissel Weitzhandler, Play’n GO
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Yurri Shevchuk, Parimatch
Chief Executive Officer of the Year
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David Briggs, GeoComply
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Giovanni Garrisi, Stanleybet Group
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Phil Horne, Scientific Games UK
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Sergey Portnov, Parimatch
Compliance Innovator or Innovation of the Year
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BetConstruct
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Gamalyze, Mindway AI
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Genesis Global Limited
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Location Validator App, GeoGuard
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GiG Comply
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Stoiximan / Betano Group
Compliance Officer of the Year
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Adam Torres, San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission
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Emma O’Neil, Sky Betting & Gaming
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Ewout Wierda, VideoSlots
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Jennifer Aguiar, DraftKings
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Keith Caruana, Play’n GO
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Mark Halstead, iSoftBet
Compliance Outstanding Achievement Award
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iSoftBet
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Kindred Group
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Paysafe Group
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Skywind Group
Award for Commitment to Compliance by An Affiliate Company
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IGT Compliance Team
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iSoftBet Compliance Team
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NOVOMATIC AG Compliance Team
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Paysafe Group Compliance Team
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People’s Postcode Lottery Compliance Team
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Play’n GO Compliance Team
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Playtech Compliance Team
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Sky Betting and Gaming Compliance Team
Head of AML/MLRO or AML Team of the Year
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Anti-Fraud Legal and Compliance Team, Estoril Sol Digital
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AML Team, Genting Casinos UK
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Group Compliance Team, Paysafe Group
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Jonathan Galea, VideoSlots
Head of Regulatory Affairs/Government Relations
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Jon Duffy, Genting Casinos UK
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Kimberley Broad, Microgaming
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Lindsay Slader, GeoComply
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Malcolm Fleming, People’s Postcode Lottery
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Martin Lycka, GVC Group
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Pablo Espuela, Luckia Games
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Sabine Stoppel, NOVOMATIC AG
In-House Counsel/Legal Team of the Year
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Andrei Andronic, Playson
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GVC Group Legal Team
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Nicole Metzgar-Schall, Sportradar
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NOVOMATIC AG Legal Team
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Riva Richard, Pollard Banknote Limited
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Skywind Group Legal Team
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William Hill Group Legal Team
In-House Counsel/Legal Team of the Year
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ECOMMPAY
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Passport Technology
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Paysafe Group
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LexisNexis Risk Solutions
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Trustly
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Worldpay
RegTech Provider of the Year
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GeoComply
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IDnow
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iovation
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SBTech
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Trulioo
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w2 Global Data
Responsible Approach to Advertising Award
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32 Red / Kindred Group
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Catena Media
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NetBet Enterprises
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Stoiximan / Betano Group
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William Hill
Rising Star Award
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Denisa Bialá, Play’n GO
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Erica Okerberg, Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Esther Scheepers, Kindred Group
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Hayley Doherty, Sky Betting & Gaming
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Joonas Karhu, Bojoko
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Melissa Shuba, BMM Testlabs
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Zlatan Omerspahić, Nsoft
Compliance Lifetime Achievement Special Award
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To be announced
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Blitzcrown
Blitzcrown Secures GLI Certification for Three Crash Games in Brazil

Breaking New Ground in Brazil: Blitzcrown’s Crash Games Now GLI Certified
Blitzcrown, MVG’s pioneering games studio, has secured Brazilian Certification as well as GLI-19 Certification from GLI(Gaming Laboratories International) for its industry-changing three Crash titles. This landmark achievement marks a significant milestone in the company’s expansion into Brazil’s thriving online gaming market, positioning Blitzcrown at the forefront of the region’s rapidly evolving iGaming landscape.
The license comes at an important time for Brazil’s gaming sector, following the launch of the new licensing regime that started on January 1, 2025. The regulatory framework, signed into law in December 2023, has transformed the industry’s prospects.
The certification encompasses 3 innovative crash games: Crash, Fast Crash, and Twin Crash. This strategic milestone establishes Blitzcrown as the premier provider of certified Crash games in the Brazilian market, demonstrating the company’s unwavering commitment to regulatory excellence and gaming integrity. With the GLI-19 and Brazil certification process successfully concluded in March, Blitzcrown has solidified its position as an industry pioneer in this dynamic and emerging market.
Crash games are a recent addition to the global iGaming market, featuring the dynamic evolution of real-time multipliers and immediate reward structures. Blitzcrown has stood out by establishing groundbreaking game mechanisms that offer different and exciting gameplay experiences. Standard Crash provides players with a standard multiplier-based gaming experience, and Fast Crash is optimized for users seeking quick, intense multiplier experiences. The Twin Crash is an original format allowing players to place simultaneous bets on two separate multipliers.
Building on this momentum, Blitzcrown has announced plans to expand its certified portfolio with two additional versions of its innovative Plinko games, demonstrating the company’s strategic commitment to market expansion. This forward-looking initiative underscores Blitzcrown’s dedication to continuous innovation and sustainable growth in the regulated gaming markets.
Blitzcrown is MVG’s edge-game studio focused on pushing game ideas beyond their norms through innovative and non-traditional gaming experiences. The studio has been particularly recognized for its groundbreaking approaches in various game categories, including its successful Crash and Plinko series.
George Cho from MVG said: “This GLI certification testifies to Blitzcrown’s unwavering commitment to offering top-quality, fair gaming systems. We are well placed to take advantage of Brazil’s exciting new regulatory environment and the vast growth potential of the online gaming industry.”
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Compliance Updates
EUROMAT Objects to Croatia’s Decision to Advance its Legislative Process Without Notifying the European Commission

The European Gambling and Amusement Federation (EUROMAT) has submitted to the European Commission its objection to Croatia’s failure to notify the Croatian Gambling Act (PZ_42) under the TRIS procedure.
Several proposed amendments qualify the Croatian Gambling Act (PZ_42) as a technical regulation under Directive (EU) 2015/1535 warranting formal notification. EUROMAT is concerned that the Croatian Government is proceeding with its legislative process without any notification.
The law includes mandatory player identification for venue entry, a self-exclusion register, advertising restrictions, strict rules on the location of gambling venues, restrictions on days of operation, increased licensing fees and taxation.
Member States must notify any national provisions that restrict market access or the provision of services. Failure to comply with the notification procedure constitutes a breach of EU law, potentially leading to the suspension of the law’s application and the initiation of infringement proceedings. Croatia’s decision not to notify comes despite the country notifying its gambling law in 2014 which resulted in the legislation being withdrawn following scrutiny from the European Commission. Croatia also notified a law in 2023 with substantive impacts for the amusement sector and there are more than 500 examples in the European Commission’s TRIS database of similar notifications from across Europe.
EUROMAT President Jason Frost said: ”If the Commission is serious about strengthening the Internal Market then it has to ensure that Member States respect the law.
“The Commission intervened in 2014 and as a result Croatia had to withdraw its gambling law which underlines how important the notification procedure is. The Commission needs to intervene again but this time to ensure that Croatia actually notifies. Companies need legal certainty to invest and operate in Europe and if the Commission allows Member States to disregard their responsibilities then it sets a very concerning precedent.”
Filip Jelavic, General Sectary of the Croatian Gaming Association, said: “It is inconceivable that any European Member State could be allowed to introduce such far reaching and disruptive legal changes without following the correct procedure. We are calling on the Croatian Government to act responsibly in this case and follow the law.”
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Bruce Cassidy
VIP Play Obtains Interim West Virginia iGaming and Sports Wagering Management Service Provider Licenses

VIP Play Inc. announced the approval of its interim License in West Virginia for both Sports Wagering and iGaming managed services. This follows the recently announced market access partnership between VIP Play and Delaware North’s Wheeling Island Casino.
This milestone marks the company’s initial expansion beyond Tennessee, where it currently operates as a mobile Sports Wagering Operator. The interim License in West Virginia also adds iGaming to the company’s book of business, and allows VIP Play to participate in the rapidly expanding i-Gaming industry. VIP Play expects to begin serving West Virginia customers in the coming months.
Bruce Cassidy, VIP Play CEO & Chairman of the Board, said: “The acquisition of our interim Sports Wagering and i-Gaming License in West Virginia marks a significant milestone in our journey to expand, underscoring our commitment to provide innovative experiences to a wider audience. As we grow our presence, our dedication to excellence stands firm, and we’re excited to play a role in enriching West Virginia’s dynamic gaming community.”
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