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How to promote and advertise your gambling business in highly regulated markets

According to data from Statista, the global online gambling market is expected to be worth $107.3 billion by the end of this year, and $138.1 billion by 2028. As the industry continues to grow, so do its responsibilities — and the general trend is more advertising regulations, not fewer. Slotegrator shares key findings on this issue for those seeking to operate responsibly.
Online gambling sometimes faces severe limitations or complete bans, even in nations where land-based casinos are legal. Even outside historically conservative nations, there is a general trend toward more stringent regulation; liberal nations like Georgia and Lithuania have made substantial adjustments to tighten oversight of gaming operators and advertising strategies.
Countries throughout the EU are slowly harmonizing their gambling regulations, and CIS countries are also actively improving the regulation of the iGaming market, with special attention paid to strict regulation in the field of advertising. Governments argue that stricter advertising restrictions are not intended to stifle the growth of the industry, but rather are necessary measures for effective industry oversight.
Advertising regulations can vary dramatically from country to country depending on its legal status and cultural attitudes toward the practice. However, in most countries with a regulated gambling industry, there are some common general principles of advertising regulation:
- Prohibition of advertising to minors.
- Advertising content requirements.
- Licensing and regulation of advertising.
- Prohibition of deceptive or aggressive advertising.
You can read more about these points in a new article from Slotegrator Academy.
What are the consequences for illegal gambling advertising?
From fines and criminal charges to license revocation and asset seizure, authorities employ a range of measures to enforce compliance with advertising regulations and uphold the integrity of the gambling industry.
- Fines are one of the most common penalties for illegal gambling advertising in gambling regulated countries.
- Harsh measures like license revocation or suspension are possible.
- Criminal charges may even be brought against the individuals or organizations responsible for the illegal advertising.
- In cases of illegal gambling advertising activities, authorities can seize assets, profits, or proceeds obtained unlawfully.
Experts from CasinoRIX, Slotegrator’s media partner, comments: “When launching projects in such markets, the main task is to thoroughly study all the requirements from local regulators – whether licenses for affiliates are required and what restrictions or rules exist for operations and advertising. Then, it’s essential to constantly monitor possible changes and amendments to comply with all provisions.
It’s not enough to know which tools and traffic channels to use; for example, to promote on social networks, one needs to delve deeper into prohibitions at the legislative level and understand the social responsibility of all your actions.
Additionally, it is necessary to maintain constant communication and exchange experiences with your partners to reduce the chances of mistakes.”
Here are a few examples of how gambling advertising is regulated in different European and countries and in the Baltic region:
- In Lithuania in 2021, the government implemented a comprehensive prohibition on the promotion and advertising of gambling activities through any means, including television, banners, and external advertising channels. Additionally, the government prohibited operators from offering players incentives such as free spins or bonuses.
- In Latvia, the promotion of gambling activities is strictly regulated, with allowances limited exclusively to land-based casinos. Operators are permitted to advertise solely by displaying the name of the casino, the organizer, and the official trademark. It is also prohibited to offer participation in gambling for free, as a gift or prize.
- In Estonia operators enjoy significant freedom in advertising their gambling services, with television and free streaming platforms being particularly favored channels for promotions, often utilized during nighttime hours. This leniency extends to casinos, which have the liberty to advertise bonus offers, promotions, and their own brand without significant restrictions.
- Finland maintains a stringent stance on gambling advertising, with legislation prohibiting promotions across various mediums including radio, television, online platforms, and public spaces. The authorities maintain strict surveillance over advertising activities, particularly targeting operators lacking a local license.
- In Italy, in 2019, the government implemented a sweeping ban on all forms of gambling advertising in the country. This legislation prohibits both direct and indirect promotion of gambling services through all available information channels, including television, radio, print media, the internet, and any other public platform. Additionally, the initiative extends to banning sponsorship in soccer, prohibiting the placement of logos, merchandise, or the use of other marketing tools associated with gambling.
- In Spain, stringent regulations have been implemented to restrict almost all forms of gambling advertising, including sponsorships. The only exception is during late-night hours, from 1:00 to 5:00, where live broadcasts are permitted to feature gambling advertisements. Furthermore, welcome bonuses were prohibited starting from 2020.
- In Belgium the government took a decisive step to combat addiction and debt associated with gambling by instituting a comprehensive ban on gambling advertising across multiple platforms starting from July 1, 2023. This prohibition extends to television, radio, cinemas, magazines, newspapers, public spaces, and even online advertising on websites and social media.
- In Denmark, gambling advertising is permissible within the country’s borders, provided it does not target minors. Operators are required to highlight that gambling is primarily intended for entertainment purposes, rather than as a means of making money. Moreover, when featuring prominent individuals in their advertising campaigns, operators must refrain from conveying the notion that gambling played a significant role in their success.
- In Sweden, all forms of gambling and betting are permitted, along with advertising for them. However, under the Marketing Act, only games and lotteries licensed in Sweden are eligible for advertisement.
“One of the first items that should be on your to-do list if you want to develop working strategies for a highly regulated market is to conduct thorough market research — and your first stop is your target market’s regulatory framework. You should also analyze competitors’ marketing approaches and monitor how they navigate regulatory compliance. Seeing how other companies are innovating to market effectively while maintaining compliance could help inspire your team to develop new strategies, and in some cases provide an example of what not to do.”, comments Svetlana Kirichenko, Head of Marketing at Slotegrator.
Slotegrator is always interested in partners’ opinions on advertising in regulated markets.
Martin Calvert, Marketing Director at ICS-digital, actively followed the changes and shared his answers in a blitz interview:
Slotegrator: What do you think the tightening of the market for advertising in the iGaming industry will bring?
Martin Calvert: Hopefully a renewed focus on product and competing responsibly for the attention of players.
For some markets, operators already have a dependence on paid media and the affiliate channel – but they haven’t always worked as true partners with their affiliates.
Perhaps given their need for high quality traffic, there will be more incentive to work more collaboratively with partners in the affiliate channel.
Of course, given what we do at ICS-digital and ICS-translate, I’m always enthusiastic about the potential for organic SEO and targeted content to bring players directly in an efficient and scalable way – but not every operator is well-equipped to capitalize on this potential.
Slotegrator: Do universal rules for marketing activities in the industry exist today?
Martin Calvert: It feels like if we’re being totally honest, the range of marketing activities in the industry is enormous – some brands are at the leading edge of innovation, while others are deeply traditional.
I think the main thing is to focus on strategies that a.) fit well with your brand and b.) still deliver the results needed.
You don’t need to do everything, or mirror exactly what competitors are doing – finding your own path can bring you closer to your ideal customers.
That said, I think there are some themes that will always make marketing easier – commitment to understanding multiple audiences, using data responsibly and being both creative and practical can help keep things interesting but efficient.
Slotegrator: Is the tightening of regulation of the advertising market in the iGaming industry able to influence the formation of a responsible gaming culture?
Martin Calvert: Yes, I think sometimes having real restrictions on activities is needed to make marketing practices evolve more quickly and responsibly.
A true culture though is based around how companies decide to conduct themselves, and how they structure their activities in line with some kind of values.
For more and more iGaming companies, this is something that they’re willing to commit to, seeing themselves more like entertainment and tech brands than conventional betting brands.
Committing to responsible gaming has other advantages too – in the world of SEO, Google closely scrutinises YMYL sites i.e. ‘Your Money, Your Life’ sites with the potential to effect someone’s finances or health.
Betting brands who take a responsible approach have a better chance of staying on the right side of Google with responsible content. This is another reason why betting brands who focus on Experience, Expertise, Authority and Trust (E-E-A-T) in their content have the potential to increase rankings and traffic over time.
Slotegrator: How not to get lost in the market with all these changes?
Martin Calvert: I think the most important thing is to analyse competitors, but don’t be tempted to try and do everything they do.
More than ever there is useful and practical advice from Google and other important gateways and platforms.
Making good judgements about marketing depends on understanding your target audiences and, where possible, responding to their wants, needs and queries in an efficient and clear way.
In this respect, responsible gambling fits well with online marketing, content and SEO best practice.
ABOUT SLOTEGRATOR
Since 2012, Slotegrator has been one of the iGaming industry’s leading software and business solution providers for online casino and sportsbook operators.
The company’s main focus is software development and support for online casino platforms, as well as the integration of game content and payment systems.
The company works with licensed game developers and offers a vast portfolio of casino content: slots, live casino games, poker, virtual sports, table games, lotteries, casual games, and data feeds for betting.
Slotegrator also provides consulting services in gambling license acquisition and business incorporation.
More information: https://slotegrator.pro/
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DATA.BET Makes Successful Stand Debut at BiS SiGMA Americas 2025

Premium esports betting solution supplier expands presence in the growing Brazilian market
DATA.BET has successfully concluded its first-ever stand appearance at BiS SiGMA Americas 2025, one of the largest iGaming events in the region, held on April 8-10 in São Paulo, Brazil. The event took place in Transamerica Expo and brought together over 17,500 participants.
The company made a strong impression with its dedicated expo booth, where representatives engaged with local operators and business partners to discuss development opportunities in the growing LatAm market. DATA.BET showcased its comprehensive suite of solutions, including an updated Single Page Application (SPA), along with tools that are also adapted for local betting projects, including Scoreboards, Pitch Tracker, and Streaming – all designed to enhance user engagement with the platform and optimize their betting experience, particularly for mobile devices.
Alongside a bar serving exclusive cocktails that capture the spirit and vibe of Brazil, DATA.BET fleshed out its interactive stand with cosplayers dressed as Jinx and Ahri – popular characters from League of Legends, one of the top games among LatAm fans. This creative approach helped visitors immerse themselves in the iGaming atmosphere while exploring the company’s extensive portfolio of esports disciplines, events, and betting markets.
Natalie Loshatynska, Head of PR & Marketing at DATA.BET, commented: “Our stand debut at BiS SiGMA Americas allowed us to connect with Brazilian operators at this major event, learn about their specific needs, and introduce our iGaming solution. We saw great interest in esports from visitors. Latin America is a key market with huge growth potential for our niche. We’re excited to bring our products to this dynamic region, and the positive reaction confirms our decision to take part in BiS SiGMA Americas was right.”
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XGENIA to Unveil AI Set to Reshape the Future of iGaming

In a bold move set to shift the foundation of iGaming, the creators behind some of the industry’s most advanced AI tools are preparing to unveil a next-generation platform — and they’re doing it with style.
On Tuesday, May 6th at 20:30 CET, Valletta’s iconic 200 Old Merchants Street will be transformed for one night only into a live, immersive showcase of what’s next. The strictly invite-only gathering will bring together top-tier media, industry leaders, developers, and innovators for the debut of a powerful new end-to-end AI system built specifically to reshape how games are imagined, created, and brought to market.
“This isn’t just another tool — it’s a paradigm shift in how we think about building games,” said Mark Flores Martin, CEO of XGENIA. “Everything from speed to quality to who gets to create and what — it’s all about to change.”
Designed to radically streamline the development pipeline, the system bridges the gap between creative vision and execution. It eliminates inefficiencies, replacing outdated workflows with a unified platform for concepting, building, and refining games with AI, at unprecedented speed — all while enhancing creative freedom and control.
Adding to the moment’s significance, the Prime Minister of Malta is expected to attend, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to innovation and AI in its leadership role in the future of iGaming.
Those interested in attending the event or receiving early access details can join a waitlist at https://lu.ma/7le61lye
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INSPIRED LAUNCHES PIGGY WINNER™ AND GOLD MINE FORTUNE™ ONLINE

Inspired Entertainment, Inc., a leading provider of B2B gaming content, systems, and solutions, is delighted to announce the launches of Piggy Winner™ and Gold Mine Fortune™ in the United Kingdom, Gibraltar and Malta iGaming jurisdictions.
Piggy Winner
Piggy Winner™ is a fun, pig-themed slot game that builds on the success of Inspired’s ever popular Golden Winner™, combining the playful visuals of two popular slots, Big Piggy Bank™ and Prize Piggy Win & Spin™, into a vibrant slot experience. Featuring a dynamic 5×3 reel layout with 10 win-lines, the game features Inspired’s Cash Collector mechanics giving players an exciting chase to big rewards.
Players can trigger the Free Spins Bonus by landing three bonus scatters, unlocking 10 Free Spins with the chance to collect cash-filled Piggy Banks using the hammer feature. Additional gameplay enhancements include the Gamble feature, Fortune Spins, and Fortune Bet, which increases the likelihood of triggering Free Spins and unlocking up to 50 spins. For instant action, Bonus Buy provides direct entry into the bonus round for a premium.
With medium volatility and a fast-paced format, Piggy Winner offers players an exciting pig-tastic adventure filled with tasty wins.
Gold Mine Fortune
Gold Mine Fortune™ is a gold miner-themed slot game inviting players on a high-stakes mining adventure with its ‘three bags’ mechanic, represented above the reels by the red Wild, golden Prize Pot, and blue Multiplier minecarts. Featuring thrilling base play and multiple Free Spins bonuses, the game offers a wealth of opportunities for big wins.
Players can unlock up to three Free Spins Bonus features, with the potential to trigger them together for the ultimate Mega Free Spins Bonus. Expanding reels, cascading golden nuggets, and lucrative multipliers heighten the excitement, while features like Bonus Buy, Fortune Bet, and Gamble provide additional ways to enhance the gameplay.
With its action-packed bonus rounds, Gold Mine Fortune offers players a rewarding adventure where every spin has the potential to strike gold.
Claire Osborne, VP of Interactive at Inspired said, “We’re excited to launch Piggy Winner and Gold Mine Fortune this spring. With its exciting mechanics, Piggy Winner forms part of Inspired’s growing portfolio of pig-themed content, while Gold Mine Fortune paves the way as the first of our gold mine-themed game. Both are standout slots that showcase our commitment to delivering high-quality, engaging games. We’re confident players will love these new releases, and we look forward to bringing even more exciting titles to the market this year.”
These latest additions reinforce Inspired’s dedication to innovation and entertainment, offering captivating gameplay and rewarding experiences for casino players worldwide.
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