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Germany Increases Games Funding to €70 Million

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The budget committee of the German Bundestag has increased the national budget for games support in 2023 by some 20 million euros, to a total of 70 million euros.

This decision follows on the great initial success of the funding programme, which has attracted strong demand from game companies since its launch in 2019. The result has been a major upswing, with the number of games companies increasing by 26% within the two-year period since 2020. The number of people employed by developers and publishers has risen by 12% during the same period. This growth has exhausted the annual budget of 50 million euros available to date, so an increase in funding was necessary to continue supporting game development in 2023.

The German Games Industry Association (game) forecasts that the funding programme will require 100 million euros annually in the coming years. The possibility of initiating a tax break model – something offered by many internationally successful games locations – is additionally to be studied.

“The provision of this additional games funding sends a powerful signal. It will enable Germany to continue its pursuit of becoming one of the world’s top locations for game development. With these steps, the German Bundestag and the federal government are renewing their promise to make Germany a leading market for games on the international stage,” Felix Falk, Managing Director of game, said.

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PAGCOR LAUNCHES DIGITAL SPACE FOR GAD

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PAGCOR proudly launched today its Gender and Development (GAD) Digital Corner dedicated to promoting gender equality, empowerment, inclusivity, and diversity within the organization and beyond.

The digital space features comprehensive GAD-related contents including the latest news and announcements, significant laws and issuances, projects and activities, and other beneficial resources.

The PAGCOR Digital Corner will be displayed as wallpaper on all office desktops with the new GAD logo and a QR code directing to the GAD Digital Corner website from October 16 to November 16, 2025.

This initiative highlights PAGCOR’s continuing support to gender equality and inclusivity in the workplace, in relation to Republic Act No. 9710 or the Magna Carta of Women.

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GMONITOR PUBLISHES THE ONLINE GAMING REPORT IN SPAIN – Q2 2025

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Gmonitor.ai presents its new Online Gaming Market Report: Spain Q2 2025, which provides an in-depth analysis of the DGOJ data on the regulated market between April and June of this year.

The report places Spanish online gaming in a stage of consolidation: year-on-year growth of 18.6% (€410.3 million in GGR) confirms the strength of the sector, but also the transition towards a more mature market, a trend driven by technology, regulation and operator loyalty. The two leading verticals, online casinos and sports betting, account for more than 94% of revenue, with €216.4 million and €171.4 million respectively.

In addition to financial analysis, the study delves into player behaviour patterns, highlighting a 23.7% increase in deposits and a 28.9% increase in withdrawals, reflecting greater liquidity and spending per active user. However, the number of new accounts registered fell by 11.6% compared to the previous quarter, a sign that the market is beginning to mature and focus more on retention than acquisition.

“The Spanish market has entered a phase where data, regulation and player loyalty define profitability. Gmonitor converts this information into a competitive advantage and lower costs for all players in the sector”, highlights the Gmonitor team.

The document devotes specific sections to casinos, betting, poker and bingo, as well as the regulatory environment and medium- and long-term strategic prospects. The report is available for download and can be complemented with a personalised demonstration of the platform, where users can explore how they can generate their own reports and access more granular information tailored to each user and organisation.

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Octoplay expands UK footprint with LiveScore Group partnership, continuing strategic growth momentum

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Octoplay is strengthening its UK market presence through a new partnership with LiveScore Group, the pioneering leader in sports media and betting. The integration with LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet in the UK reflects Octoplay’s strategic approach to partnering with innovative, high-growth operators alongside established market leaders. This adds to Octoplay’s growing UK portfolio, which includes premier operators Flutter Entertainment, Entain, Evoke, Rank Group, and ComeOn Group, reinforcing the company’s position as the content partner of choice for leading UK operators.

The LiveScore Group integration reflects Octoplay’s focused approach to building meaningful partnerships with operators who share a commitment to delivering exceptional player experiences. This strategy has proven successful across Octoplay’s 11 regulated markets worldwide, spanning nine European jurisdictions including the UK, Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium, and Romania, alongside Ontario and New Jersey in North America.

Ralitsa Georgieva, Business Development Director at Octoplay, says: “Partnering with LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet reflects our success in building relationships with dynamic, high-growth operators across the UK market. This partnership represents a significant step in our expansion strategy as we continue our commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences to players across all regulated markets.” 

Dominic Vye, Marketing Director at LiveScore Bet and Virgin Bet adds: “Octoplay’s reputation for creating exceptional gaming experiences made them an ideal partner for our platform. Their proven track record of delivering premium content that resonates with UK players aligns with our vision of providing the best possible betting experience.” 

With the LiveScore Group partnership, Octoplay continues to strengthen its position as a preferred content partner for leading UK operators while building momentum across European and North American markets. The company’s expanding global reach now spans two continents, building on recent North American entry with back-to-back launches through BetMGM and Rush Street in New Jersey, alongside an established presence across 11 regulated markets, reinforcing its position as a trusted content partner for leading operators worldwide.

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