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Online Gambling Platforms Gained Larger User Base With Pandemic As A Driver Of The Global Online Gaming Market 2020
Due to the social distancing restrictions imposed because of the coronavirus outbreak, brick and mortar gambling places remained closed, due to which online gambling platforms gained a larger user base. People were forced to sit at home during the lockdown and this increased internet traffic on all fronts. More people frequently visited gambling websites and thousands of new users registered every day. According to research firm Global Poker, the US has witnessed an increase of first-time online poker players by 255% since the coronavirus lockdowns began. Overall, the poker industry has experienced a 43% growth since April 2020. Some countries saw such increases as an opportunity and modified their online-gambling laws. For example, Belarus legalized online casinos and Armenia made some changes to its existing laws. The increasing popularity of gambling apps and social gambling will propel the growth of the mobile gambling market in the forecast period, and several online-gambling platforms increased their marketing and promotional activities in the form of extra tournaments and bonuses to attract more players as well.
With these drivers and the current situation of the world, the online gambling market size is expected to grow from $58.96 billion in 2019 to $92.86 billion in 2023 at a rate of 12.0%. The market is expected to then grow to $113.12 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 10.4%.
The Business Research Company’s report titled Online Gambling Market Global Report 2020-30: COVID-19 Growth and Change covers major online gambling companies, online gambling market share by company, online gambling manufacturers, online gambling infrastructure market size, and online gambling market forecasts. The report also covers the global online gambling market and its segments. The online gambling market is segmented by game type into betting, casino, lottery, poker, online bingo, others and by device into desktop, mobile, others.
With increasing apps and social gambling, online gambling companies are investing in building mobile platforms for their games to increase accessibility and convenience for users. The availability of smartphones with high-end features such as extended storage, high-end graphics and faster processing speeds at reasonable prices incentivize online gambling companies to make mobile-based applications. Also, mobile gambling offers significant benefits, including more deposit options, loyalty programs, and the option to play with anyone anywhere across the globe. According to App Annie, in 2020, 70% of total gambling revenue is expected to come from mobile gambling.
Along with the ease of mobile apps, companies in the online gambling market are increasingly investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for improving the overall experience for customers. With the help of AI, personalization for each user is possible as the technology can analyze the preference of the user in terms of game selection and offer a customized welcome page accordingly, helping the user to save time spent on looking for the right game. AI also helps in providing customer support in the form of chat-bots for resolving queries. Behavior patterns and gaming frauds can also be checked, which helps in preventing frauds and locks out scammers. Technologies such as augmented reality and virtual reality are being implemented as well, giving a more immersive and realistic experience to their users.
Beyond such high-tech updates, online gambling companies are using several tactics to gain more users. Some provide F2P (free to play) types of game products, commonly referred to as freemium. These games do not make any money for the company directly, but revenues are made through upgrades and additions of certain features and improvements by the user. The user pays a minimal amount for different kinds of virtual offerings and other game products to improve the gaming experience. This model allows online gambling companies to increase their user base and have more active players on their platforms who would eventually make a purchase. Currently, many online casinos are offering a free play version of some of their games. Companies innovating their platforms according to the increasing number of customers and their preferences will allow the online gambling market to continue to grow.
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Brazil
Evoplay adds F12.bet.br deal to grow in Brazil
Evoplay has signed a content partnership with Brazilian operator F12.bet.br, expanding the supplier’s footprint in Brazil’s regulated online gambling market.
Under the deal, F12.bet.br will roll out a selection of Evoplay titles on its online casino, including Penalty Shoot Out: Cup Mania and Hot Triple Sevens.
Alex Malchenko, Head of Sales, said: “Brazil is one of the most exciting markets in global iGaming right now. The pace and scale of its growth, mixed with the passion for sports and gaming amongst its players, makes it a unique opportunity for us.
“This partnership allows us to bring a carefully selected mix of our most engaging titles to an audience that values both entertainment and authenticity. We see huge potential here and this is another step of our journey in the market.”
Carlos Artur, Сasino Manager Specialist at F12.bet.br, added: “Our goal is to provide content that truly reflects what Brazilian players are looking to engage with.
“Evoplay’s games bring a fresh perspective to our offering, combining strong visuals with intuitive gameplay. We’re confident their titles will resonate strongly with our audience.”
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BETER
BETER to make US exhibition debut at SBC Summit Americas 2026
BETER, one of the award-winning providers of live streams, live data, and odds for esports and sports betting content, will exhibit at SBC Summit Americas for the first time.
The company will be attending at Stand 813, marking a major milestone in the company’s expansion across the United States.
SBC Summit Americas 2026 takes place from June 9–11 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, bringing together more than 10,000 industry professionals and over 400 exhibitors.
BETER will be welcoming delegates interested in enhancing their sportsbook offerings with fast-paced content and cutting-edge solutions at Stand 813.
Since entering the regulated US market in 2025, BETER has secured regulatory approvals and licenses in nine states, including Florida, New Jersey, Colorado, Arizona, Indiana, Iowa, North Carolina, Illinois, and Kentucky.
BETER exclusively delivers 24/7 live streaming, real-time data, and hyper-accurate odds for more than 700,000 fast-paced esports and sports events annually to operators worldwide, offering up to 50 markets per event and an average operator margin of 7.5%+.
Its esports portfolio includes the ESportsBattle product featuring eFootball, eBasketball, eHockey, and eTennis. Its sports portfolio features the Setka Cup table tennis content and the BSKT Cup basketball league.
In addition, BETER provides its Esports Odds Feed, offering market-leading odds with the highest uptime across 450+ tournaments globally, covering more than 40,000 pre-match and live events annually, all powered by a team of in-house expert traders.
All of BETER’s exclusive content is underpinned by its Integrity team, ensuring strict adherence to fair play standards through 24/7 monitoring and close collaboration with key sports integrity bodies, including IBIA and ESIC, and sports federations.
The company’s rapid impact across the US market, alongside the strong performance of its products and the quality of its data, has earned it two nominations at the prestigious SBC Awards Americas 2026 – Rising Star in Sports Betting and Live Gaming & Betting Product.
Gal Ehrlich, CEO of BETER, said: “We have made significant progress in establishing BETER as a trusted provider in the United States over the past 12 months.
Our participation in this exhibition marks an important milestone as we make our official debut in the region, showcasing the strength and scalability of products that are already proven globally.
“We are excited to present our full product suite to a US audience for the first time and warmly invite all attendees to visit us at Stand 813 to meet the team and explore partnership opportunities.”
Chuck Robinson, CRO at BETER, added: “Our presence at SBC Summit Americas reflects the strong momentum behind our content and solutions, as well as the growing demand from operators for high-performance esports and sports betting products.
“As we expand further across regulated US markets, we see significant opportunities to deepen partnerships and drive innovation in fast-betting experiences. We look forward to connecting with both existing partners and new ones at our stand.”
“Book a meeting with BETER team”, says the company.
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Brazil
Evoplay accelerates Brazilian expansion with F12.bet.br partnership
Evoplay, the award-winning game development studio, has partnered with F12.bet.br, further expanding its presence in Brazil’s fast-evolving regulated market.
The partnership will see the selection of Evoplay’s popular titles, including Penalty Shoot Out: Cup Mania and Hot Triple Sevens, made available to Brazilian players via F12.bet.br’s online casino.
F12.bet.br is an emerging force in Brazil’s online gaming and sports betting sector. The company delivers a range of digital betting and interactive entertainment services, aligning with the country’s developing regulatory framework and growing demand for licensed online gaming experiences.
By partnering with local operators such as F12.bet.br, Evoplay continues to strengthen its position in one of the industry’s most promising regions, reinforcing its commitment to delivering engaging, localised content to players across Latin America.
Alex Malchenko, Head of Sales, said: “Brazil is one of the most exciting markets in global iGaming right now. The pace and scale of its growth, mixed with the passion for sports and gaming amongst its players, makes it a unique opportunity for us.
“This partnership allows us to bring a carefully selected mix of our most engaging titles to an audience that values both entertainment and authenticity. We see huge potential here and this is another step of our journey in the market.”
Carlos Artur, Сasino Manager Specialist at F12.bet.br, added: “Our goal is to provide content that truly reflects what Brazilian players are looking to engage with.
“Evoplay’s games bring a fresh perspective to our offering, combining strong visuals with intuitive gameplay. We’re confident their titles will resonate strongly with our audience.”
The post Evoplay accelerates Brazilian expansion with F12.bet.br partnership appeared first on Americas iGaming & Sports Betting News.
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