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Record-breaking attendance at IAGR and IMGL 2024 conference

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The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) and the International Masters of Gaming Law (IMGL) are preparing to host the largest conference in their history. Taking place in Rome from 21–24 October 2024, the event has confirmed over 400 attendees from across 50+ countries and six continents.

‘This year’s record attendance is a clear reflection of the global appetite for collaboration and innovation within gaming regulation,’ says Ben Haden, President of IAGR.

‘With over 400 attendees from over 50 countries, this is not just our largest conference, but a testament to the desire of regulators, lawyers and industry thought leaders to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in gaming. The conference provides the opportunity for us all to come together, share insights and shape the future of gaming regulation.’

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Close to 100 expert speakers and panelists will present at the event. Attendees will explore topics including artificial intelligence, responsible gaming and the battle against illegal gambling.

IMGL President Quirino Mancini commented, ‘This conference offers a breadth of topics and insights, with deep expertise from the speakers and panelists. I’m excited to welcome delegates to my home city of Rome for this unparalleled opportunity to exchange knowledge and ideas.’

Speakers and panelists include:

  • Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive, Gambling Commission Great Britain
  • Dr Tony Schellinck, CEO, Focal Research Consultants, Canada
  • Anders Dorph, Director, Danish Gambling Authority
  • Peter Kesitilwe, CEO, Botswana Gambling Authority
  • Anna Harry, General Counsel, Casino Gaming Commission, Jamaica
  • Matt Smith, Head of External Affairs, Betknowmore
  • Simo Dragievic, Co-Founder, The Game Safety Institute, United Kingdom
  • Mark Pace, Vice-President, IGSA & GSA Europe Managing Director
  • Matthew Anderson, Manager – National Self-Exclusion, Australian Communications and Media Authority
  • Dr Mary Donohue, CEO & Founder, The Digital Wellness Center, Canada
  • Kevin Mullally, CEO, General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, United Arab Emirates
  • Bonnie Andrews, Research Manager, Massachusetts Gaming Commission, USA
  • And many more

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Continent 8 achieves ISO 50001 certification, championing responsible energy management in its data centres

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Continent 8 is committed to efficient energy management, reducing energy consumption and ensuring sustainability across various facilities

Continent 8 Technologies, the leading provider of global managed hosting, connectivity, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to the iGaming and online sports betting industry, is pleased to announce its recent achievement of the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) 50001:2018 Energy Management Systems (EnMS) standard.

The ISO 50001 certification is an internationally recognised benchmark for energy management. As part of the ISO 50001 certification initiative, Continent 8 is committed to implementing both short- and long-term energy management strategies, identifying energy-saving opportunities and promoting environmental sustainability across its data centre operations. Continent 8’s commitments include:

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  • Enhancing energy performance by optimising design and operations and investing in energy-efficient technologies.
  • Complying with all relevant energy laws, regulations and other operational requirements.
  • Exploring opportunities to increase the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
  • Engaging employees in company-wide energy conservation initiatives.
  • Collaborating with customers, suppliers and the community to advance energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Michael Tobin, CEO and Founder of Continent 8 Technologies, stated: “For over 25 years, we have been dedicated to delivering best-in-class managed data centre services to our global customers. In recent years, we have equally prioritised sustainability and decarbonisation. We recognise the impact our data centres have on energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, and we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint.

“Achieving ISO 50001 certification is a significant step in our commitment to sustainability, and I’d like to congratulate all involved in this accomplishment. This certification ensures that our organisation is responsible for continuously enhancing our energy management system and implementing objectives and best practices for energy efficiency.”

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UKGC to Introduce New Rules to Increase Safety and Simplicity of Consumer Promotional Offers

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New rules increasing the safety and simplicity of consumer promotional offers are to be introduced by the UK Gambling Commission.

Gambling businesses will be banned from offering potentially harmful offers involving consumers having to carry out two or more types of gambling, such as betting and playing slots.

Operators will also be limited on the number of times bonus funds must be re-staked before the consumer can withdraw winnings from the bonus.

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The changes follow a consultation and are consistent with the 2023 White Paper High stakes: gambling reform for the digital age.

Mixed product promotion ban

Mixed product promotional offers provide bonuses on the condition the consumer plays different products, such as betting and playing slots.

But evidence shows consumers are more at risk of harm when they gamble on multiple products rather than a single product. There is also the risk that mixed product promotions confuse consumers because of complex terms and conditions.

The ban is aimed at reducing harm and boosting fairness and openness.

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Bonus wagering requirements limited to ten

Some promotional offers provide bonus funds to consumers on the condition the consumer re-stakes any winnings multiple times before being allowed to withdraw winnings from the bonus.

For example, a £10 bonus with a 50 times wagering requirement requires the consumer to play through £500 before the winnings can be withdrawn.

Such high wagering requirements could confuse consumers and lead them to gamble for longer, and faster, than they are used to.

Capping the wagering requirement to ten decreases the likelihood of harm, reduces complexity and improves transparency while maintaining consumer choice.

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Rewording the rewards and bonus section of Licence Conditions and Codes of Practice (LCCP)

To ensure increased clarity of the Commission’s current expectations of operators it will alter the structure and wording of Social Responsibility Code 5.1.1 (Rewards and Bonuses).

All changes will come into force on 19 December 2025.

Tim Miller, Executive Director for Research and Policy, said: “These changes will better protect consumers from gambling harm and give consumers much better clarity on, and certainty of, offers before they decide to sign up.”

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4ThePlayer Games Secures Certification for the Brazilian Market!

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4ThePlayer has officially received game certification for the Brazilian iGaming market, reinforcing its commitment to regulated markets worldwide. This milestone enables the company to bring its acclaimed player-first gaming experiences to a brand-new audience.

Approved by Gaming Associates and eCogra, these certifications allow licensed operators in Brazil, to offer 4ThePlayer’s high-quality, player-centric games through their existing platform integrations with Relax Gaming and Yggdrasil.

Certified game titles include 4 Fantastic Fish, 4K Ultra Gold, and 5 Wild Buffalo as well as their innovative and unique table games 100 Bit Dice and 1000x Busta, all top-performing, player-favorite releases. Moving forward, all 4ThePlayer games will be certified for Brazil from day one.

Beyond its existing portfolio, 4ThePlayer is committed to delivering region-tailored content, leveraging its local team in Brazil to develop engaging, culturally relevant gaming experiences set to launch later this year. The first one of these titles is 4 Fantastic Fish Amazon Adventure, the latest in their player favourite 4 Fantastic series, coming via Yggdrasil in April.

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Henry McLean, Co-Founder, Commercial & Marketing Director at 4ThePlayer, expressed his enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to bring our unique, player-centric games to Brazil, a market full of energy and potential. These game certifications are a major milestone, reinforcing our dedication to regulated markets and delivering best-in-class entertainment. We look forward to collaborating with operators and creating unforgettable gaming experiences for Brazilian players.”

With this certification, 4ThePlayer continues its mission of providing exceptional, player-focused gaming worldwide, ensuring its engaging and innovative titles reach new markets and audiences.

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