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Meridianbet 2024 Annual Conference: A Year of NASDAQ, AI Transformation and Vision

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As 2024 draws to a close, Meridianbet held its eagerly awaited Meridianbet 2024 Annual Conference, a celebration of a year marked by transformation and growth.

The event, set against a backdrop of remarkable milestones, brought together leaders, partners, and teams from around the world. It was a moment to reflect on the year’s achievements, share critical insights, and chart an ambitious path forward, laying the foundation for even greater success in 2025.

 

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Reflecting on 2024: A Transformative Year

In his opening address, Mr Zoran Milosevic, the Group CEO, described 2024 as a “turning point” for Meridianbet. This sentiment resonated throughout the conference, with several key milestones underscoring the company’s evolution:

Integration into Golden Matrix Group: Joining the ranks of NASDAQ-listed Golden Matrix Group (GMGI) was a pivotal moment, elevating Meridianbet to the globally highest level of visibility and credibility.

  • AI Product Rollout: Dubbed the “Year of AI,” 2024 saw the deployment of cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies, placing Meridianbet among the top 5% of companies worldwide with proprietary tech that drives market differentiation
  • A New Software Platform: The launch of a state-of-the-art software platform enabled a seamless and engaging customer experience, aligning with the company’s mission to lead through innovation
  • Breakthroughs in CRM: Significant advancements in customer relationship management ensured Meridianbet could anticipate player needs more effectively, bolstering loyalty and satisfaction
  • Global Market Expansion: Entry into new markets, including the USA, Brazil, South Africa, and Kenya, demonstrated Meridianbet’s ambition to become a global leader in gaming and betting

 

Key Themes Discussed

The conference also served as a platform to discuss key industry trends and strategies. Speakers addressed a range of topics, offering insights into Meridianbet’s approach to maintaining momentum while navigating an ever-changing market landscape.

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  • Compliance and Responsibility: Emphasizing the importance of adhering to and exceeding regulatory standards, Meridianbet continues to prioritize responsible gaming practices as a cornerstone of its operations
  • Meridianbet’s Global PR Narrative: The company’s NASDAQ listing amplified its story on a global scale—how strategic storytelling helps position Meridianbet as a trusted and innovative leader
  • Customer-Centric Innovation: Sessions focused on Meridianbet’s approach to enhancing player experiences, from personalized bonuses to gamification strategies designed to foster engagement and loyalty
  • Meridianbet and Crypto: As cryptocurrency adoption grows, Meridianbet explored opportunities to integrate modern payment options into its platform, ensuring relevance in a rapidly evolving digital economy
  • Expanse Studios Milestones: The company’s in-house development team celebrated a year of creative success, with new titles that showcased their ability to innovate and captivate audiences
  • IT Infrastructure and Software Development: A cornerstone of Meridianbet’s 2024 success was the overhaul of its IT infrastructure and the launch of a next-generation software platform. This was the story of how the new Atlast platform not only optimized operational efficiency but also provided a superior experience for players
  • AI Product Rollout: The highlight of the year was the implementation of AI-driven solutions that redefined the gaming experience, making it more intuitive, engaging, and personalized

 

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Romania Blocks 30 Unlicensed Gambling Websites

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Romania’s gambling authority, the ONJN, has blacklisted 30 gambling websites after finding they were offering online casino and sports betting without local licences. Internet service providers (ISPs) now have 15 days to cut access, redirecting users to an official ONJN page explaining the block.

The 30 blocked sites range from obscure names to platforms that had been attracting steady traffic. Domains include wazbee.casino, jacktop.com, roostake.com, a string of “nv” branded casinos (nv5.casino through nv93.casino), and several under the ybets label.

Some of these platforms appeared almost overnight and marketed heavily on social media. Others had been active for months, drawing Romanian players with offers that licensed brands simply cannot match under current advertising rules.

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The ruling obliges Romanian ISPs to redirect any traffic from the blacklisted domains to a designated ONJN IP address. Players trying to access those sites will instead see a page confirming the operator is not authorised to operate in Romania.

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New Report from Yield Sec Reveals the Extent of Illegal Gambling Across Europe

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The latest report from Yield Sec has revealed the extent of illegal gambling across Europe, showing that unlicensed operators dominate the EU market. According to the EU 27 Europe: Online Gambling Marketplace 2024 study, unregulated firms captured 71% of gross gaming yield (GGY) across the 27 EU member states, generating €80.6 billion out of an estimated €114.3 billion market.

In contrast, licensed operators — regulated and subject to tax and compliance obligations — accounted for just €33.6 billion, representing 29% of the market.

The report warns that the rapid growth of illegal platforms is creating a crisis for Europe’s regulated gambling industry, government revenues and consumer safety. In 2024, 92% of all gambling-related content viewed by EU consumers originated from unlicensed operators. This visibility led to widespread engagement, with 81 million Europeans — 18% of the population — interacting with illegal gambling services during the year.

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The financial impact is severe. Yield Sec estimates that EU governments lost €20 billion in tax revenue in 2024 as illegal operators outpaced their regulated counterparts. For every €1 earned by a licensed operator, unlicensed competitors made €2.40, creating what the report calls a “Jenga tower” imbalance — where tighter rules on regulated firms strengthen their illegal rivals.

The surge in black-market gambling coincided with high-profile sporting events like the European Championships and the Olympic Games, which provided opportunities for illicit platforms to thrive. These operators used aggressive marketing tactics, including bonuses far exceeding legal limits, paired with unauthorised live broadcasts to attract bettors.

Unregulated companies also exploited cryptocurrency gambling, prediction markets and social media platforms such as TikTok, Twitch and Instagram. Some employed fake reviews, national flags, bank logos and even deepfake technology to create fake celebrity endorsements, further deceiving consumers.

Yield Sec calls for coordinated efforts between governments, regulators, and industry stakeholders to detect and dismantle illegal networks, implement strict monitoring, and enforce penalties.

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New Indian Law Aims to Curb Online Money Gambling Sector, Prohibits Related Advertising

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Following the passage of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025 on August 21, the government of India imposes a complete ban on online money games, alongside the advertisements related to the sector.

Passed by the parliament, any financial transactions related to these platforms would be considered unlawful as stated under the Information Technology Act of 2000. The legislation also aims to establish a national-level regulatory authority that will govern the categorising and registration of online games.

The said authority shall issue guidelines, codes of practice and directions for compliance, with strict punishments induced, leading to imprisonment for up to three years, and a fine to one crore rupees or 114,017 USD.

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The advertisement of the said games is also punishable with similar penalties, with imprisonment up to two years and a fine of up to fifty lakh rupees 1140 USD.

While the law prohibited online money gaming such poker, rummy and fantasy sports that offer cash rewards, e-sports are considered and recognised as a legitimate competitive sport in India, and is not included in the total ban, as well as online social games or casual games that are recreational in nature.

This draws that the bill-turned-law, used a “balanced approach” since recognising that the online gaming sector is one of the most dynamic segments in the digital and creative economy, hence, still allowing esports and online social games.

This came after the report of over 45 crore or 45,000,000 people were reportedly affected by online money games and have lost more than Rs. 20,000 crores or 2,280.414 USD, according to Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology.

According to the same ministry, the total ban was driven by the following reasons:

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• Addiction and Financial Ruin

• Mental Health and Suicide

• Fraud and Money Laundering

• Threat to National Security

• Closing Legal Loopholes

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• Encouraging Healthy Alternatives

Meanwhile, the bill also stated that while the online gaming authority governs the registration of online games, the central government still has the authority to frame the rules for the promotion and advertisement of e-sports, online social games and other rules related under the law.

In total, the legislation aims to safeguard vulnerable populations, particularly the middle class and youth by introducing these strict regulations and a greater emphasis on brand responsibility and ethical advertising.

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