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Oddsgate released a new research study titled “The Future of iGaming in 2050”
Anticipating the future is no longer a fictional exercise but a competitive advantage. With the launch of the study “Gate to 2050” about the future of iGaming, Oddsgate takes a decisive step toward a new level of strategic intelligence, reaffirming its role as a reference in innovation, trend analysis, and future scenario building for the industry.
Oddsgate selected the independent consultancy ALVA Research & Consulting for its expertise, which led to the development of this unprecedented study. ALVA is recognized for its work with organizations and leaders in building future scenarios and anticipating long-term transformations. It conducted an in-depth investigation structured to go beyond conventional forecasts.
The research began in the summer of 2024 and took shape during the SBC Summit Lisbon, where it was officially presented to the market in its initial phase. The process extended over several months, combining rigorous analysis, multiple methodologies, and contributions from specialists across different regions and sectors.
The result is more than just a report. It is a strategic overview of the possible developments in the iGaming industry — including online betting, digital casinos, and gambling — over the next 25 years, offering analytical depth and provoking reflection on the sector’s future on a global scale.
A global and collaborative vision
The content results from a multifaceted methodology, including document analysis, desk research, 200 surveys conducted during SBC Lisbon, and interviews with 20 specialists in various sectors and regions worldwide. With voices from every continent, the study was designed to be truly global and cross-sectoral.
In addition, 21 transactional variables were analyzed, linking iGaming to transformations affecting other industries, ranging from geopolitical and technological changes to social, economic, and environmental factors. This was done with the goal of identifying the main drivers of change and creating a consistent and thought-provoking image of the future.
The study’s approach follows three key steps: collecting signals and directions from the world, projecting a probable image for iGaming in 2050, and sharing this vision to inspire long-term decision-making and direction.
By diving into the megatrends that will shape the world in the coming decades, the report presents topics such as:
The role of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and extended reality (AR, VR, metaverse);
The growing personalization of platforms and use of predictive CRM;
The centrality of digital payments and cryptocurrencies;
The advancement of digital security and data protection;
The urgency of sustainability and social responsibility in gaming.
These elements, combined with a forward-looking perspective, make this content essential for operators, regulators, and stakeholders who want to confidently navigate the sector’s future.
A milestone for the industry
The study was presented for the first time during SBC Summit Rio in February 2025, where Oddsgate’s CMO, Wagner Fernandes, shared the project’s main takeaways.
He said, “This study is not limited to predicting the future of iGaming. It also serves as an invitation for reflection and action. We are entering a new era in which technology and responsibility intertwine to create safer and more innovative experiences. This material guides those who want to lead this transformation.”.
By turning knowledge into concrete direction and trends into actionable paths, Oddsgate consolidates its position as a reference in market intelligence for iGaming. It fosters meaningful connections among the industry’s key players and contributes to collective progress toward a more prepared and innovative sector.
The future has already begun and is available on the Oddsgate website, which invites the entire industry to look ahead with greater clarity, foresight, and ambition.
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Compliance Updates
KSA Completes Its Investigation Into How Minors Could Still Gamble Online Despite Age Restrictions
The Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA) has completed its investigation into how minors could still gamble online despite age restrictions. The investigation shows that it is virtually impossible for minors to gamble with legal gambling providers.
Minors are not allowed to gamble in the Netherlands. When age verification is circumvented, it is primarily done via accounts belonging to adult family members and friends. However, the KSA received reports that it was possible for minors to create accounts with legal online gambling providers and launched an investigation in 2025 as a result.
The study examined the registration process at online gambling providers, with a specific focus on identity verification and bank account verification. Transaction data requested from banks allowed for a more in-depth investigation into potential shortcomings.
The investigation shows that there are virtually no serious irregularities. However, in a very limited number of cases, players were able to use another person’s bank accounts or link their own bank account to another player’s account. This could occur almost exclusively in situations where people have exactly the same initials.
Discussions with online gambling providers revealed that they did not have an immediate solution for this. The KSA notes that such a solution is now available and will engage in a technical session with the online providers to discuss what the KSA expects from the sector in this regard. The KSA will also share its recommendations with the online gambling providers at a later date, and these guidelines will be incorporated into the Wwft guidance.
Michel Groothuizen, Chairman of the Board of the Dutch Gaming Authority, said: “The KSA is deeply concerned about minors gambling. Fortunately, it appears that this hardly ever occurs among licensed providers, but we do have clear indications that it is happening nonetheless. This is likely on the illegal market. Illegal providers often apply no or low standards for age verification and advertise specifically targeting this young demographic, for example via TikTok. This is extremely harmful, and the KSA is therefore working hard to combat the illegal supply. We are also placing a stronger focus on educating minors to make them aware of the risks of gambling.”
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Amusnet, a leading provider of next-generation gaming solutions, has announced a new strategic partnership with the Concorde casino group, which operates three casinos in Cyprus: Concorde Tower Casino in Nicosia, Concorde Luxury Casino in Bafra and Concorde Aria Casino in Kyrenia. This collaboration marks a significant step in Amusnet’s strategy to expand its gaming portfolio into the vibrant Cyprus Land-based casino market.
The partnership’s initial phase includes installing 16 of Amusnet’s state-of-the-art Type S 32 slot cabinets across the two locations. Manufactured to the highest standards of the global casino industry, Amusnet’s premium slot machines combine cutting-edge technology, sleek design and exceptional player engagement. The game selection features some of Amusnet’s most popular titles, including Crazy Red, Candy Palace,100 Extra Crown, Art of Gold, Extra Crown, Vampire Beast and Phoenix Star.
The partnership started with the installation of 16 of Amusnet’s state-of-the-art Type S 32 slot cabinets at the group’s first two casino locations, Concorde Tower Casino in Nicosia and Concorde Luxury Casino in Bafra. Manufactured to the highest standards of the global casino industry, Amusnet’s premium slot machines combine cutting-edge technology, sleek design and exceptional player engagement. The game selection features some of Amusnet’s most popular titles, including Crazy Red, Candy Palace, 100 Extra Crown, Art of Gold, Extra Crown, Vampire Beast and Phoenix Star. The partnership continues with the installation of 8 Type S J55 slot cabinets at the newest Concorde Aria Casino, scheduled to open in May 2026.
“Our expansion into the Cyprus Land-based market is a testament to our shared vision and commitment to quality with Concorde Casino. This partnership provides us with a strong foundation of excellence and mutual trust. The collaboration allows us to continue our mission of providing exceptional gaming experiences, seamlessly introducing the success of our online portfolio to their premium Land-based venues,” said Borislav Marinov, Head of Business Development, Land-based at Amusnet.
“At Concorde Casinos, we are always looking for ways to diversify and strengthen our product offering. In my view, Amusnet brings a product that is particularly well-suited to players who are already familiar with and enjoy online slot games, helping us connect Land-based entertainment with modern player preferences. I am impressed by Amusnet’s innovations, the quality of their products, and the high level of technical support they provide. We are pleased to have them as a partner and look forward to developing this cooperation further,” said Aigars Jurgelans, Slot Director at Concorde Casinos.
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DAZN, the world’s leading sports entertainment platform, and ADI Predictstreet, the new dynamic prediction market, have entered into a landmark strategic partnership to deliver a new era of interactive engagement to fans around the world.
DAZN will integrate ADI Predictstreet, the Official Prediction Market Partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026, into its platform, enhancing DAZN’s ecosystem of live and on-demand sports viewing, real-time scores, news, betting, gaming and FanZone.
DAZN’s footprint provides unparalleled distribution for ADI Predictstreet’s prediction market infrastructure. Through this partnership, prediction becomes a native part of the fan experience—embedded before, during, and after live events—allowing fans to engage with market sentiment, probability, and collective insight in real time.
This collaboration brings together two FIFA partners to create a seamless ecosystem where sport and prediction converge. Embedded directly into DAZN’s live streams, ADI Predictstreet will enable interactive prompts, real-time sentiment tracking, and dynamic prediction experiences tied to the world’s biggest sporting moments.
ADI Predictstreet, powered by ADI Chain’s blockchain infrastructure, is a new forecasting market platform that is programmed and trained on FIFA’s official historic data, allowing fans to predict things such as match outcomes, tournament statistics, and breakout players throughout the competition using an educated approach.
While the FIFA World Cup 2026 will serve as a launchpad, the partnership extends across DAZN’s premium sports portfolio. ADI Predictstreet will roll out across major leagues and events, driving deeper, more continuous fan engagement.
Shay Segev, CEO of DAZN Group, said: “DAZN is redefining sports entertainment by making it more immersive, interactive and connected for every fan. Partnering with ADI Predictstreet allows us to embed real‑time prediction directly into the live viewing experience, turning insight and sentiment into a native part of how fans engage with the world’s biggest sporting moments. With the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a catalyst and our platform as the engine, this partnership is a major step forward in how fans experience sport.”
Dimitrios Psarrakis, CEO at Predictstreet, said: “This partnership marks a defining moment in how audiences will experience sport. By combining DAZN’s unmatched reach with ADI Predictstreet’s real-time participation layer, we are transforming fans from spectators into active participants. This is not just an evolution of engagement, it is the creation of a new category where technology, collective intelligence, and global events intersect at scale.”
Designed to reward insight and informed participation, and with community building and interactive engagement sentiment at its core, ADI Predictstreet offers supporters new ways to engage with iconic sporting moments across DAZN’s sporting portfolio, including the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Underpinning this ecosystem is ADI Chain, an institutional-grade digital infrastructure designed to support high-volume, real-time transactions with transparency, security, and scalability at its core. This foundation enables ADI Predictstreet to operate seamlessly at global scale, supporting millions of users across live environments while maintaining a trusted and robust digital framework.
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