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Forest Green Rovers back campaign to end gambling ads

Forest Green Rovers is backing a national campaign to end all gambling advertising and sponsorship in football.
The “Big Step” campaign is part of the charity Gambling With Lives – established to support those bereaved by gambling-related harm. It is calling for the end to sponsorship, promotion, and advertising of all gambling in football.
The campaign was founded to raise awareness of football’s growing dependence on gambling. Through campaigning, events and partnerships with football clubs delivering community education and awareness programmes, the Big Step aims to tackle this growing issue.
James Grimes, Founder of the Big Step, said: “We’re delighted to have the support of Forest Green Rovers. This is a vital moment to secure meaningful gambling reform in the UK. As a recovering gambling addict and massive football fan, I’m passionate about ensuring the game is part of the solution to gambling harms.
“Our outdated gambling laws need to change, especially with the exponential rise of online gambling. Sponsorship of sporting events by tobacco companies is banned and we believe gambling should be the same. To be truly effective, shirt sponsorship, stadium promotions and other branding should not be visible during matches.”
Dale Vince OBE, Chairman of Forest Green Rovers, said: “It’s like gambling has taken over football.
“If you watch a game on TV you are inundated with ads – gambling logos are on almost half of Premier League shirts, and constantly flash up on pitch side boards. For me, the fun already stopped. This is an abuse of football and of football fans.”
Forest Green Rovers – who refuse to take on gambling sponsorship, has pledged its support to the campaign. They will also work closely with Gambling with Lives and the Big Step to put an end to gambling advertising in sport, during a pivotal time for gambling reform in the UK.
There are thought to be 55 different gambling sponsorship or partnership deals with 44 football clubs in the top two divisions in England. Young people make up 25% of the audience of Premier League football and are exposed to gambling through shirt and league sponsorship, pitch side advertising, TV broadcast advertising, social media and endorsements by footballers.
Logos plastered across every fixture and ground are ruining the game for many struggling with addiction and risk drawing in more. There are 55,000 11-16 year old “problem gamblers” and 340,000 adult gambling addicts in the UK according to research.
The Big Step announced a partnership with Billericay Town FC in 2020 to highlight the dangers of gambling. Working with groups such as All Bets Are Off, Gambling with Lives and Gamban they aim to raise awareness of the ‘gamblification’ of football and seek to signpost people directly or indirectly affected by gambling addiction to the support they need.
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Evolution launches Ice Fishing, the fast-paced game show with up to 5,000x win potential

Evolution announced the launch of Ice Fishing, a fast-paced new addition to its live game show portfolio, first revealed at ICE 2025. Set against an arctic backdrop, Ice Fishing puts a fresh spin on the big money wheel format, with three unique bonus games, suspenseful gameplay, and multiplier wins of up to 5,000x.
At the centre of the game is a 53-segment wheel, where each spin can award an instant cash prize or trigger one of three themed bonus rounds: Lil’ Blues, Big Oranges, and Huge Reds. Each bonus offers its own gameplay style and multiplier potential — up to 100x, 200x and 500x respectively.
Enhancing the excitement are multiplier boosts that can land during the main game and carry through into the bonus rounds. This adds an extra layer of anticipation and a max win potential of up to 5,000x.
Todd Haushalter, Evolution’s Chief Product Officer, said: “We’ve wanted to create a speed game show for a long time, as we’re seeing a growing audience that craves faster, more instantly gratifying formats. It’s a trend not unlike the rising preference for TikTok-style shorts over long-form video. Ice Fishing is our take on that idea. It’s fast, fun, and packed with dramatic gameplay.”
Haushalter added: “The magic lies in the anticipation, waiting to see what kind of fish players will catch and how big the outcome might be. There are little surprises and bursts of excitement woven into the entertainment experience, and we think players will enjoy uncovering them. We’re genuinely excited about this format, as it opens the door to a new style of rapid game show with strong potential.”
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WSOP Circuit Returns to Latin America – Qualify Exclusively at GGPoker

GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, is excited to announce the launch of online satellite tournaments for the upcoming WSOP Circuit Panama 2025 live poker event.
This exciting event will put Latin American poker back in the spotlight and is set to bring together the continent’s top players from November 6 to 16 at the prestigious Hilton Panama Hotel and the exclusive StarBay Casino.
Featuring 12 official World Series of Poker gold ring events, a full schedule of side tournaments, VIP activities, international media coverage, and a stunning seaside location, WSOP Circuit Panama promises to be one of the year’s most spectacular stops for both professional and recreational players.
Gregory Chochon, Chief Operating Officer of the World Series of Poker, added:
“We are proud to see the WSOP Circuit continue to grow internationally. Latin America is a passionate and fast-growing poker region, and events like WSOP Circuit Panama bolster our mission to bring the WSOP gold ring experience to players around the globe.”
GGPoker players can qualify via a 12-week online satellite series, with 20 guaranteed packages worth $2,500 USD each. Each package includes a $1,700 Main Event entry and $800 for travel expenses. Satellites start at just $5, giving players across Latin America the chance to live the full WSOP experience in Panama.
Online Satellite Schedule on GGPoker (ET time):
Day |
Time (ET) |
Tournament Name |
Mon–Sat |
3-4-5-6-7 PM |
WSOP-C Panama – $5 Daily Satellite |
Sunday |
12-1-2-3-4 PM |
WSOP-C Panama – $5 Daily Satellite |
Mon-Sun |
8 PM |
WSOP-C Panama – $33 Package Qualifier |
Sunday |
4 PM |
WSOP-C Panama – $22 Last Chance Satellite |
Sunday |
7 PM |
WSOP-C Panama – $215 Weekly Final |
WSOP-C Panama Satellite Stats (over 12 weeks):
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$5 Satellites: 1,296 tournaments
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$33 Qualifiers: 312 tournaments
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$22 Last Chance: 12 tournaments
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$215 Weekly Finals: 12 tournaments
Guaranteed Packages ($2,500 each):
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Weeks 1–4: 1 package per week
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Weeks 5–12: 2 packages per week
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Total: 20 guaranteed packages
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Total Prize Value: $50,000 USD
In addition to winning a coveted WSOP Circuit gold ring, each ring event winner in Panama will also receive a $5,000 WSOP Circuit Championship package, which includes:
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$2,750 entry to the Mystery Bounty WSOP Circuit Championship
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6-night stay at Atlantis (Coral or Royal Towers)
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Complimentary buffet access during the stay
“WSOP Circuit Panama is a unique opportunity for players across Latin America to enjoy a world-class poker experience in an extraordinary setting,” said Juan Carreño, GGPoker Representative.
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BETBY KICKS OFF FOOTBALL SEASON WITH NEW IN-HOUSE SOCCER TRADING MODEL FEATURING EXCLUSIVE MARKETS AND BIGGER MARGINS

BETBY, a premium supplier of cutting-edge sportsbook solutions, has unveiled a game-changing addition to its product portfolio: a proprietary trading model for soccer, developed entirely by the provider’s in-house trading experts. This tool leverages advanced mathematical models to deliver exclusive, localized markets across all league tiers, offering significant competitive advantages to BETBY’s network of operators.
The new semi-automated model allows BETBY to generate precise and dynamic odds from raw data inputs, significantly reducing reliance on third-party feed providers. Once the data is inserted, the model autonomously creates accurate odds that require only minimal monitoring from the trading team. This streamlined process empowers operators to achieve new levels of efficiency, while unlocking unique markets that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Designed to support both top-tier leagues and underexplored competitions, the model opens the door to a broader and more customizable betting offering. With greater control over market creation, operators can now launch exclusive tournaments and leagues tailored to their user base, enhancing conversion, retention, and engagement.
The rollout of BETBY’s in-house soccer trading model coincides with the start of most European soccer seasons, giving operators an immediate edge as betting activity surges.
“Our in-house soccer trading model marks a significant advancement in sportsbook flexibility and performance,” said Andris Backovs, Head of Trading at BETBY. “By combining expert insights with advanced automation, we’re helping our partners strengthen their market offering, improve trading margins, and unlock the potential for exclusive tournament experiences, just in time for the kickoff of Europe’s top leagues.”
This latest product launch underscores BETBY’s ongoing commitment to technological excellence and market adaptability. It reinforces the provider’s position as a forward-thinking partner for operators seeking smarter solutions in the iGaming industry.
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