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UKGC Welcomes OSR Review of Gambling Survey for Great Britain
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has welcomed the findings from the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) regarding the Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB).
Both the public statement and comprehensive review of the GSGB praised the development and transparency of the survey and provided a series of important recommendations to further enhance its reliability and user engagement.
Ben Haden, Director of Research and Statistics at the UKGC, said: “We welcome the findings from OSR, both the public statement regarding casework they have received in relation to GSGB and their overall review of the GSGB. We are pleased they recognise the huge amount of work that the team has put into developing and delivering the largest survey of its kind in the world. We also welcome OSR’s recommendations for further action, which closely align with work that we already have underway.”
The GSGB collects the Commission’s official statistics on gambling behaviours in Great Britain. After several years of extensive development, the Commission asked the OSR to review GSGB against its standards in the Code of Practice for Statistics to support continual improvement and provide independent assurance on quality and transparency.
As OSR rightly states, the absence of accredited official statistics status does not imply the GSGB is of lower quality or reliability, despite some claims to the contrary. The decision on which one to use should be based on user need and not accreditation status.
It also acknowledged that the Commission has presented clear and impartial information about the strengths and limitations of the methodological approach and statistical uncertainty of survey estimates.
The Commission has already acted on several areas outlined in the report based on earlier feedback and will provide a further, fuller update in July in line with OSR’s request.
As part of its commitment to improvement, the Commission has already updated its guidance for users of the GSGB in February 2025, with clearer examples and dedicated contact channels for questions or concerns. The Commission has also committed to promoting this guidance more widely and embedding it across all future releases.
The OSR noted that communication and user engagement will be critical to the GSGB’s ongoing success. In response, the Commission has announced plans to establish a GSGB Statistics User Group. Around 70 stakeholders have already expressed interest in joining the group, which will serve as a forum for dialogue, feedback, and shared learning.
Further improvements are underway in line with recommendations from Professor Sturgis’s independent review of the GSGB. An experimental research project was launched in April 2025 to test specific aspects of the survey’s methodology. Fieldwork is now in progress, with findings expected in Summer 2025. These results will inform the second GSGB annual report, due for publication on 2 October 2025.
Other recommendations already actioned:
• survey improvement plan updated with further information for users
• new survey questions designed to validate GSGB findings against external data sources such as Gamstop and the Bingo Association
• improvements to accessibility and usability of GSGB outputs – links to guidance added to statistical outputs released on 22 May.
Other recommendations that will be actioned:
• comparisons with forthcoming datasets from the Health Survey for England and the Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey, due later in 2025
• publication of a communications strategy to improve how GSGB updates are shared
• ongoing improvements to accessibility and usability of GSGB outputs to be informed by GSGB stats user group.
The Commission continues to engage with other official statistics producers, including Ofcom, the Money and Pensions Service and devolved government agencies, and is reviewing user engagement frameworks to develop a formal user engagement strategy.
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ComeOn Group’s AI Strategy takes shape with the announcement of partnership with Dixa to elevate player experience through AI
ComeOn Group is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Dixa, a leading AI-powered platform for conversational customer service.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in ComeOn Group’s continued AI investment strategy in cutting-edge technology to deliver fast, efficient, and personalised support experiences for its global player base.
As part of this integration, Dixa’s platform will serve as a central hub for customer support across multiple channels, empowering ComeOn Group’s teams with intelligent routing, real-time agent insights, and automated workflows. These advanced AI capabilities will allow the business to respond to player inquiries with greater speed, consistency, and accuracy, while optimizing internal operations and support scalability.
Daniela Vella, Chief Operating Officer at ComeOn Group, said: “This partnership is a strong reflection of our commitment to innovation and operational excellence. This reflects a key milestone of ComeOn’s wider AI strategy. By harnessing AI to enhance both efficiency and personalisation in player support, we’re able to scale our service operations without compromising the high-quality experience our players know and value. It’s a strategic step forward in strengthening our position as a customer-first organisation.”
Christian Friis, Chief Revenue Officer at Dixa, said: “ComeOn Group is a fantastic example of a company putting customer experience at the center of their growth strategy. By unifying support channels and using AI to empower their teams, they’re not just improving service speed – they’re creating more connected, more human experiences – at scale. The rollout of Dixa across ComeOn Group’s brands will enable customer-facing teams to engage in more meaningful, context-rich conversations, leading to quicker resolutions and improved satisfaction. Additionally, AI-driven insights will provide better visibility into support trends, helping to proactively identify and resolve friction points in the customer journey.”
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New Head of Casino Business Joins GR8 Tech to Drive Global Expansion
GR8 Tech has appointed Lusine Khudaverdyan as Head of the Casino Business.
Lusine will support the company’s goal of delivering high-performance iGaming solutions—most notably the Infinite Casino Aggregation, which unites the world’s top casino content under one seamless integration—while leading the growth and development of GR8 Tech’s casino vertical to deliver exceptional client value.
A seasoned executive with a deep background in business development, operations, and regional strategy, Lusine brings over a decade of leadership experience in iGaming and adjacent industries. She saw a clear match between her ambitions and GR8 Tech’s future-focused approach.
“I was drawn to GR8 Tech not just for its proven and trusted product, but for the energy and ambition of its people. This is a team that’s truly driven, innovative, and ready to scale,” Lusine said.“From the very beginning, there was a clear alignment between GR8 Tech’s bold vision for expansion and my own professional journey, shaped by years of driving growth across challenging and fast-paced regions where execution meets big-picture thinking.”
As Head of the Casino Business, Lusine will focus on building a competitive, data-driven casino vertical that performs and evolves. Key priorities include product portfolio expansion, operational efficiency, partner collaboration, and new market outreach.
“Lusine brings a rare mix of regional experience, operational depth, and strategic vision. Her leadership will be instrumental in scaling our casino solutions and delivering sustained value to our clients and partners,” said Sergey Ghazaryan, GR8 Tech’s CRO.
Meet Lusine and the GR8 Tech team at SiGMA Asia on June 3–4 to explore GR8 Tech’s solutions, discuss emerging market opportunities, and see how the company is building the future of iGaming.
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EUROMAT Re-elects Jason Frost as President
On May 22, 2025, the European Gaming and Amusement Federation (EUROMAT) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Brussels, Belgium, where members unanimously re-elected Jason Frost as President and Uwe Christiansen as First Vice-President. Karoly Buzás from the Romanian Slot Operators’ Association (ROMSLOT) has been elected as Treasurer of the association.
“I am very proud that our members have once again placed their trust in me, our Vice-President, and our new Treasurer for another term. EUROMAT is thriving with an expanding membership and a clear sense of mission: to make the business environment better for our industry” Jason Frost said.
“One important issue that we need to tackle is the rapid growth of the illegal market. There is not enough focus from regulators on this problem. Illegal gambling channels are proliferating at an alarming rate which makes a mockery of licensing regimes and puts players at risk. We will be pressing the case for tangible initiatives from authorities to get on top of this problem,” Jason Frost added.
The AGM also ratified Damien McCoy of the Irish Amusement Trades Association (IATA) and Bernhard Teuchman of the Spanish association Club de Convergentes as Executive Board Members. In addition, it welcomed the Association of Organizers of Gambling Games and Activities in Bulgaria (AOGGAB) as a new Association Member, along with Aristocrat and Sigma as new Corporate Members.
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