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EGBA Highlights Key Achievements And Latest Members Data In New Annual Activity Report
The association publishes its Annual Activity Report for 2023, highlighting key achievements and the latest online gambling data from its members.
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), representing Europe’s leading online gaming and betting companies, has published its Annual Activity Report for 2023. From driving collaboration within the gambling sector to highlighting the latest online gambling data from its members, the report showcases EGBA’s efforts to raise industry standards and promote greater transparency in Europe’s gambling sector.
The Annual Activity Report 2023 showcases EGBA’s recent efforts to raise standards in areas such as anti-money laundering, safer gambling, and collaboration. Notable initiatives from EGBA in the past twelve months include its introduction of robust anti-money laundering guidelines for Europe’s online gambling sector, the association’s work towards the standardisation of markers of harm at European level, and its initiatives to foster collaboration within the sector on crucial topics such as cyber security.
The report also presents the latest aggregated data from the association’s members for their European online gambling operations in 2022,[1] including information about their combined gaming revenues, stakes, return to player rates, customer winnings, products, customer accounts, and licenses. The publication of the report underlines EGBA’s dedication to transparency and commitment to chart the progress of the operations and activities of its members.
The report reveals an 8% decrease in the combined online gross gaming revenues[2] of EGBA members to €10.7 billion in 2022. Additionally, for the first time, casino revenue surpassed sports betting, accounting for 48% of EGBA members’ online revenues.
“Over the past year, we have focused our efforts on raising industry standards and driving positive change within the sector. We are grateful for the trust and support of our members, who push progress forward and regularly demonstrate their commitment to being open and transparent, including by sharing their valuable industry data. The recent decrease in revenues could be attributed to a combination of factors, including the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on customer gambling habits and a streak of customer-friendly sports results.” – Maarten Haijer, Secretary General, EGBA.
European Online Gambling Data from EGBA Members (2022)
Revenues
- The combined online gross gaming revenue (GGR) of EGBA members was €10.7 billion, an 8% yearly decrease, and accounted for one-third of Europe’s total online GGR.
Stakes[3]
- Total number of online stakes was 132 billion, a 19% yearly increase.
- Online stakes were worth a total value of €184 billion, a 9% yearly decrease.
- Average value of online stakes across all products was €1.40, a 53% decrease from 2018.
Customers
- Average return to player (RTP) rate of 94.2%.[4]
- An estimated €173 billion in customer winnings.
- Total of 31.2 million active online customer accounts, a 5% yearly increase.
Products
- In terms of revenue share, casino accounted for 48% of online GGR, while sports betting had a 43% share.
- Casino revenue accounted for €5.2 billion in online GGR, a 1% yearly decrease, while sports betting accounted for €4.6 billion, a 13% yearly decrease.
- Pre-match betting accounted for 62% of online sports betting GGR.
Licenses
- Combined total of 267 online gambling licenses in Europe.
- Licensed across 22 different European countries, with online licenses now in Poland.
2025 Ads Safety Report
PropellerAds 2025 Ad Safety Outlook
PropellerAds, a top performance advertising platform worldwide, has just published the 2025 Ads Safety Report, which offers an in-depth analysis of ad fraud trends, protective measures for the platform, and guidance for advertisers on compliance.
The report emphasizes that as fraudulent methods grow more advanced, the organization’s multi-tiered security measures are essential in protecting advertisers, traffic providers, and end users.
Advancing Ad Fraud Methods and High-Risk Areas
In 2025, ad fraud advanced considerably, transitioning from basic techniques to more intricate, infrastructure-intensive schemes. Fraudsters exploited cloaking, malware distribution networks, and social engineering tactics aimed at messenger accounts, frequently across various ad formats. PropellerAds enhanced initial moderation and foundational detection to identify high-risk actions before campaigns launched.
Throughout the year, the platform processed 729,794 campaign rejections, mainly driven by content compliance and user safety issues, with adult content and malware alerts representing the largest portions. These actions guaranteed that campaigns were halted prior to delivery, safeguarding advertisers, publishers, and end users, while upholding a consistent and reliable advertising landscape. In comparison to 2024, campaign rejections rose by 35%, indicating enhanced moderation reach and more robust preventive measures.
Markets of high value, such as Turkey and Spanish-speaking areas, saw increased levels of fraudulent behavior. Approximately 80% of identified attacks aimed at users of Windows and Android. Fraud patterns typically integrated technical, behavioral, and content indicators, emphasizing the necessity for ongoing monitoring and thorough infrastructure evaluation.
High-Risk Accounts and Safeguarding Methods
Cloaking continued to be the primary high-risk infraction, making up more than 80% of verified account suspensions. This method consists of displaying varying content to moderation systems and users, masking the actual essence of campaigns. Ransomware, unsuccessful identity verification, and scam schemes also played a role in account suspensions, albeit to a smaller degree. Fraud that relies on heavy infrastructure necessitates multi-tiered enforcement and ongoing monitoring to guarantee platform safety.
In 2025, schemes of fraud grew more advanced. Cloaking methods encompassed multi-tiered traffic management, selective content distribution, and decentralized architecture. Malware distribution has progressed from basic redirects to immediate file downloads or complex interactions. Incidents of Messenger account hijacking rose, featuring phishing sites, counterfeit login forms, and mobile-centric social engineering assaults. Certain campaigns even utilized compromised or left-behind servers and domains, necessitating thorough technical and behavioral analysis for detection.
AI and automation contributed to fraud prevention by analyzing behavioral patterns, identifying high-risk signals, and aiding expert evaluations. Although fraudsters tried to utilize AI for creating counterfeit documents or modifying creative assets, PropellerAds guarantees that all campaigns undergo expert reviews and infrastructure checks prior to traffic delivery, stopping high-risk operations from accessing users.
Advertiser Adherence and Risk Oversight
PropellerAds advises advertisers to adhere closely to platform guidelines, verify that ad content aligns with format and regional specifications, comprehend the entire user experience, and track infrastructure and domain reputation. The use of cloaking or misleading tactics is deemed high-risk and typically leads to permanent account termination.
The PropellerAds team highlights that preventing fraud is an ongoing and developing process that demands technology, expert evaluation, and collaboration across the ecosystem. The organization continues to prioritize improving platform safety, ensuring transparency, and safeguarding all individuals involved in the advertising ecosystem.
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Belatra
Belatra Rings in 33rd Anniversary During SiGMA South America
Belatra Games, the expert in online slots development, is celebrating its 33rd anniversary at this year’s SiGMA South America in São Paulo, Brazil, where the company will host partners, clients, and industry acquaintances to honor the occasion at Booth M70.
The occasion offers an ideal setting for Belatra to contemplate over thirty years of advancements in the worldwide iGaming sector. Since its inception, the company has built a reputation for developing captivating and immersive gaming experiences, partly fueled by enduring partnerships in global markets.
Attendees at the Belatra booth will have the opportunity to connect with the LatAm team from Buenos Aires, headed by Lucila M. Barletta, Head of Accounts LatAm, and learn about the company’s newest titles and the opportunities arising in LatAm. Belatra’s European team members will likewise be in São Paulo to commemorate the milestone alongside partners and guests.
To commemorate the event, Belatra will hold a unique stand celebration, encouraging attendees to toast with the team while engaging in a special booth giveaway that includes various prizes.
Festivities will occur at Booth M70 in the Transamérica Expo Center, as Belatra eagerly invites industry partners to join in celebrating 33 years of innovation.
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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Booming Games
Booming Games Drops Lucky Charms Trio
- Featuring a 5×3 layout, the game provides a highest win possibility of 5,000x.
- Mystery Symbols may show up completely or partially at any moment, producing enchanting rewards when aligned throughout the reels.
- Gamers can dive right into the excitement with the Trio Bonus feature, offering immediate exhilaration.
Booming Games, a top supplier of high-quality gaming content, has officially released Lucky Charms Trio. The game features a 5×3 layout with a highest possible win of 5,000x. Set against a stunning, vibrant backdrop of beautiful green hills and shimmering rainbows, Lucky Charms Trio boasts a variety of thrilling features aimed at enhancing the enjoyment for players.
The grid is adorned with classic symbols of good fortune, including four-leaf clovers, shiny horseshoes, and joyful leprechauns, creating an ideal setting for St Patrick’s Day celebrations later this month. To create a feeling of thrill, Mystery Symbols may show up either partially or completely at any moment, allowing players to align symbols across the reels to produce enchanting rewards.
Activating the Lucky Pots Feature reveals as many as seven unique bonus variations; Boost, Multiply, and Collect, in various combinations. Every pot can provide its own bonus independently or combine with others, and the maximum payout occurs when all three features trigger simultaneously for the largest rewards. To maintain the momentum, players have the option to utilize the thrilling Boost+ feature, or dive directly into the excitement with Buy Bonus and Trio Bonus for immediate enjoyment.
Craig Asling, Director of Games at Booming Games, said: “Step into the realms of sparkling fortune with Lucky Charms Trio, our vibrant new slot game where shimmering reels and playful surprises build excitement with every spin. With St Patrick’s Day just around the corner, our latest release demonstrates our ability to develop games that connect with both local and global audiences. Fast-paced, dynamic gameplay and large win potential combine to create an ultimate gameplay experience packed with adventure. Play Lucky Charms Trio now!”
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