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Ukraine exempts poker from anti-gambling laws

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Ukrainian government has re-inducted poker into the list of national sports, thereby exempting it from the purview of anti-gambling legislation. In the the newly published Register of Recognized Sports from the Ministry of Youth and Sport of Ukraine, in Document 3780, Poker is one  of the entries. Poker was removed from the list of bnational sports eight years ago. Till then poker had been treated as a sport, unlike other gambling games like blackjack, roulette and slots. In 2010, the Justice Minister removed poker from the list.

Although local clubs have been able to host tournaments, cash games remained illegal and online operators were forced to relocate their servers outside of the country to avoid prosecution. By 2016, the country’s largest network, iPoker, exited the Ukraine as part of its movement away from undefined and unregulated markets.

But with the government reclassifying poker as a sport, regulation could be forthcoming. At this stage, the definition “poker sport” only means that the game isn’t lumped in with other forms of gambling and, therefore, not subject to the 2009 law.

However, this could be the first step towards introducing new legislation.

As a country, Ukraine is one of the more active in the Eastern European region. The International federation of Matchpoker has a Ukrainian division, while the likes of Eugene Katchalov and Yevgeniy Timoshenko are among the country’s leading money winners.

Although it’s too early to say the poker has been given the greenlight to flourish, it’s status as a sport will at least shield it from Ukraine’s anti-gambling stance.

Source: cardschat.com

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SOFTSWISS Calls on Industry Leaders to Join the iGaming Trends 2026 Survey

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SOFTSWISS, a global tech provider with over 15 years of iGaming expertise, is preparing the new edition of its flagship industry research – iGaming Trends 2026 – and invites experts worldwide to contribute their insights. The upcoming report is written in collaboration with NEXT.io, the world’s iGaming community, and will spotlight the key tendencies set to shape the industry in the year ahead.

The previous edition, iGaming Trends 2025, became one of the most influential industry resources. With over 100 pages of insights covering regulation, marketing, responsible gambling, innovation, and fraud prevention, the report had over 13,000 downloads . This strong reception confirmed the importance of having a trusted knowledge hub – and set the stage for an even more ambitious 2026 edition.

The iGaming Trends 2026 report is being developed jointly with NEXT.io, the world’s iGaming community, bringing additional depth and diversity of perspectives to the research. By combining the expertise of both teams with insights from the industry at large, the new edition will offer an unparalleled overview of the forces driving iGaming forward.

“The iGaming industry is changing faster than ever, and foresight comes from collective expertise. The strength of iGaming Trends lies in the community behind it. By partnering with NEXT.io, we are making iGaming Trends 2026 the most forward-looking edition yet, built directly on the voices of industry leaders,” added Max Trafimovich, International Non-Executive Director at SOFTSWISS.

Pierre Lindh, Co-Founder and Managing Director of NEXT.io shared: “The iGaming Trends report has become a cornerstone resource for our industry, and this year’s edition will be the most collaborative yet. We’re truly excited to be working alongside SOFTSWISS to bring iGaming Trends 2026 to life, ensuring it reflects the voices, insights, and ambitions of the people shaping the future of our sector. At NEXT.io, we believe foresight comes from community, and this partnership embodies that vision.”

The iGaming Trends 2026 report will be built on the contributions of industry experts worldwide. The survey is anonymous, but participants may leave contact details if they wish to be quoted. In appreciation of the participation, a few lucky winners will receive Apple AirTags, and one special winner will score a unique one that comes with an exclusive SOFTSWISS merch bundle.

Why Take Part?

  • Co-create a leading industry resource – Your insights will directly influence one of the most widely read iGaming reports.
  • Strengthen your professional visibility – A chance to share your perspective with thousands of peers across the industry.
  • Be part of a collaborative effort – For the first time, the report is being developed together with NEXT.io, raising its scope and relevance.

Take the survey here: https://softswiss.typeform.com/to/AMCd3VcT

The SOFTSWISS Team will be at SBC Lisbon 2025, Stand B160, a perfect chance to connect and talk about iGaming Trends 2026.

 

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European Gaming Congress 2025 Unites Europe’s Leading Operators with Record-Breaking Support

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The European Gaming Congress (EGC) 2025 is set to become the defining industry event of the year, as an unprecedented number of Europe’s largest operators rally behind the Congress — showing their support through sponsorships, thought leadership, and active participation.

This year, EGC welcomes a record number of sponsors, and the attendance is including industry leaders such as SUPERBET, Betclic, Fortuna, Betfan, Kaizen Gaming, Betano, Totalizator Sportowy, ComeOn Group, LVBet, RocketPlay Casino, WinSpirit Casino, 1spin4win, Win Casino, eCasino.cz, and Alfor (Fenikss).

Some operators are powering the event as sponsors, others are shaping the conversation as panelists in high-level discussions, while many are showing their commitment to collaboration by attending in force.

“The European Gaming Congress has always been about uniting the industry, but this year we’re seeing something truly remarkable,” said Zoltán Tűndik, Co-Founder and Head of Business at HIPTHER, the organizer of EGC. “With a record number of operator sponsors, packed panels, and incredible attendance from leading brands, this year’s Congress sends a clear message: Europe’s iGaming sector is ready to work together to build a sustainable and innovative future.”

The EGC 2025 agenda will feature powerful panel discussions and expert-led sessions covering the most critical topics shaping the industry:

  • Regulatory updates and cross-border compliance strategies
  • Responsible gaming and player protection initiatives

  • Technological innovation — from AI to gamification and personalization
  • Emerging partnerships driving sustainable market growth

By gathering top executives, regulators, legal experts, affiliates, suppliers, and innovators under one roof, the European Gaming Congress 2025 offers unmatched opportunities for knowledge exchange, strategic partnerships, and collaborative problem-solving.

The European Gaming Congress takes place between 30-31 October in Warsaw, Poland, bringing together Europe’s most influential leaders for two days of networking, insights, and shaping the future of gaming.

Meet Europe’s Leading Operators – Register Now for the European Gaming Congress!

 

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Gaming Corps integrates full portfolio with Light & Wonder’s content marketplace

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Gaming Corps integrates full portfolio with Light & Wonder’s content marketplace

Gaming Corps – a publicly-listed game development company based in Sweden, has signed a global distribution deal with Light & Wonder, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, “Light & Wonder”), strengthening its international presence through one of the industry’s most trusted aggregation platforms.

The agreement will see Gaming Corps’ full games portfolio spanning Slot, Crash, Mine, Table and Plinko titles — made available via Light & Wonder’s award-winning content marketplace ecosystem. This includes the studio’s latest launches: the mythological slot 3 Pigs of Olympus and retro-style instant win game Plinkball 5000.

Light & Wonder is the leading cross-platform global games company, active in over 38 regulated jurisdictions and trusted by many of the world’s largest operators. Its content marketplace hosts more than 6,700 titles and handles over five billion game rounds each month.

For Gaming Corps, the agreement provides access to an expansive global network of online casinos and players and accelerates the studio’s ability to deliver its content to new audiences with speed and confidence.

Juha Kauppinen, CEO at Gaming Corps, said: “This deal with Light & Wonder is a significant moment for us. Their content marketplace is one of the leading distribution networks in the industry, and this agreement puts our content in front of new audiences in key regulated markets. We’re particularly excited to bring our most popular title, 3 Pigs of Olympus, to a broader operator base — and to keep building momentum with a partner who shares our vision for quality and innovation.”

Steve Mayes, Senior Director, Partners iGaming at Light & Wonder, added: “At Light & Wonder, we focus on delivering diverse, forward-thinking gaming experiences to operators in every major regulated market. Our content marketplace is trusted by tier-one brands worldwide, and we are deliberately selective about the content studios we integrate. Gaming Corps impressed us with both the originality of its portfolio and the speed of its growth, and we are delighted to welcome them onto the Light & Wonder content marketplace”.

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