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UK Government increases casino tax to 21%
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The UK isn’t as popular for their gambling operations, but it is still considered as a substantially large industry. Taxing these operators has been going quite roughly for the last couple of years as it had gone through numerous changes within the last 4 years. There have been 5 alterations so far.
Now, according to recent reports from PressGambling.com, the United Kingdom is planning on increasing that tax to 21%, potentially dooming the whole thing and making new arrivals in the industry fight for their very existence.
The UK Chancellor Philip Hammond, was the person who previewed all of the online gambling taxes for the Autumn 2018 Budget. Based on his research it was decided that the revenue generated from these operations were not meeting the government’s expectations and therefore needed to be upgraded to 21% revenue tax for October next year.
It is rumored that the online gambling operators that feature live games like video poker are going to be hit the hardest, as their revenues exceed all the others.
There is also another reason the government has introduced the tax spike. Although it sounds like just a cover-up. In their statement they have announced that the RGD (Remote Gaming Duty) needed to be increased because of the potential losses they will suffer from the recent FOBT stake cut.
The FOBT (Fixed odds betting terminal) stake cut
The FOBT stake cut has been pretty much the most discussed topic in the UK parliament recently. As the schedule started to jump around, it was hard to determine when the new RGD rate needed to be implemented. All this hints to the pre-decision of RGD way before it was announced to the public. In conclusion, it will be pegged to the FOBT stake cut and come into action at the same time, also indicating that the final date for FOBT is decided and will be next October.
The reactions from the industry weren’t something to be expected. Some of the operators were even happy that the dreaded rumor of an increase to 25% wasn’t true. However, most of the operators appalled by the tax state more or less the same arguments. The fact that this is the 6th time that the tax is altered within the last 4 years. They fear that the business will soon become unsustainable and they would have to close down or get sold to giants in the industry, ultimately monopolizing it.
The UK government has come out with their own estimates of how this tax spike will help the country cope with the FOBT stake cut. The country is expecting roughly £1.15b losses from the stake cut, but is hoping to mitigate it with the new tax revenue spike that will bring in £1.2b over the next five years. Ultimately putting the country into a surplus. But that, is depending on how the industry will react and if it will continue to grow with the same rate. This whole thing could come crashing down in a moments notice.
Source: Latest News on European Gaming Media Network

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pawaTech strengthens its integrity commitment with membership of the International Betting Integrity Association
Partnership with the leading global monitoring body reinforces pawaTech’s efforts to combat betting corruption
pawaTech, a leading sportsbook provider in Africa that licenses the betPawa brand, which is available in 17 African countries, has joined the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA). The partnership will see betting integrity data from pawaTech’s sportsbook trading operations contribute to IBIA’s global monitoring and alert network, which tracks over $300 billion in annual betting turnover across more than 140 brands. The move reinforces pawaTech’s commitment to responsible betting, fraud prevention and safeguarding sports betting integrity across Africa.
Juri Sidorenko, CEO of pawaTech said: “Joining IBIA reflects our commitment to fair play, integrity and safer betting. We are proud to support a trusted ecosystem that makes betting more secure, transparent and player-friendly across Africa.”
Khalid Ali, CEO of IBIA, said: “We are thrilled to welcome pawaTech to IBIA. The company’s unique African operational footprint and technology infrastructure bring valuable regional market knowledge and monitoring coverage to our association. This partnership further strengthens our global network and supports our shared goal of protecting the integrity of sport and regulated betting markets.”
IBIA is a not-for-profit body that has no competing conflicts with the delivery of commercial services to other sectors and was established by operators, for operators, to protect regulated sports betting markets from match-fixing. IBIA’s global monitoring network is a highly effective anti-corruption tool, detecting and reporting suspicious activity in regulated betting markets. Through the IBIA global monitoring network it is possible to track transactional activities linked to individual customer accounts; this data is only available to IBIA and its members.
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Boomerang Partners and AC Milan: celebrating a year of legendary partnership at iGB L!VE 2025!
Boomerang Partners is set to attend one of the industry’s most anticipated events, iGB L!VE 2025, in London on July 2-3. The brand will be represented by its stand, F50, which is open to everyone to learn about its products and explore mutually beneficial collaborations.
Anniversary of strategic partnership
The highlight of Boomerang’s participation in the event will be the celebration of the anniversary of its strategic partnership with the famous football club AC Milan. The announcement of the partnership quickly became one of the most talked-about stories in the industry. AC Milan legends, including Serginho and Massimo Ambrosini, have supported Boomerang at various industry events throughout the last year and held match ticket draws. In May, football icon Andrea Pirlo presented prizes to the winners of the Golden Boomerang Awards 2025 in 11 categories at San Siro.
Boomerang invites all iGB L!VE 2025 guests to visit stand F50 to join in the celebration in a unique atmosphere filled with surprises.
Boomerang Arena – A space without limits
At iGB L!VE 2025, Boomerang Partners will unveil a new stand concept, the Boomerang Arena. The brand teasingly promises that no one has ever seen anything quite like this, so it’s better to drop by the booth to avoid regretting the missed opportunity. It will be a lively, vibrant, modern symbiosis of sport and affiliate technology innovation.
As the football world enters transfer season, Boomerang takes on the role of manager, assembling a Dream Team of its top partners. By visiting the F50 stand, you can sign a virtual contract to receive your card and become a “player”. Each partner contributes to the common cause and leads the team to victories.
The atmosphere at Boomerang Arena will be unique. Visitors will be treated to interactive exhibits, live football match streams, and creative animations. They will be able to compete in the Penalty Challenge with the grand prize of a trip to the Milan derby between AC Milan and Inter. More details soon!
Anton Eshtokin, Chief Marketing Officer of Boomerang Partners, commented:
“AC Milan is our strategic partner, and we are very pleased with the first year of our collaboration. It represents an effective symbiosis between sport and high technology, and has attracted well-deserved attention to our brand. We are confident that both AC Milan and Boomerang have many victories and high achievements ahead. Live without limits – that’s about us!”
Boomerang Partners invites all partners, media representatives, and the brand’s friends to celebrate the anniversary of its strategic partnership with AC Milan and experience the energy of football at the Boomerang stand F50.
About Boomerang
Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global brand offering a wide range of services. Boomerang is the Official Regional Partner of AC Milan and collaborates with women’s football star and influencer Alisha Lehmann. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards 2024, the first annual global affiliate tournament. Six new products were launched by Boomerang in 2024, which contributed to an almost 1.5-fold increase in product users.
Boomerang’s portfolio contains 15+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets, with 24/7 multilingual support, in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.
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150,000 EUR in one night: what it’s like to win big on RocketPlay
Nothing compares to the thrill of spinning the slots — except, maybe, hitting a six-figure jackpot. One lucky RocketPlay winner recently turned an ordinary evening into an unforgettable moment, landing 150,000 EUR in a single spin.
With over 9,000 games from top providers and high ratings across review platforms, RocketPlay continues to be a trusted destination for players seeking both excitement and security.
We caught up with the lucky winner — who preferred to stay anonymous — and asked him to share his experience.
— When did you start playing on RocketPlay?
I think it was in 2021 or 2022. I tried several platforms, but RocketPlay stood out. After taking a break, I came back, deposited, and got lucky — some of my bets multiplied by 50 to 100 times. After a successful withdrawal, I stayed. Once I reached VIP status, RocketPlay became my main platform. Now I play almost daily.
— Do you remember your reaction to the big win?
Definitely. I had about 4,400 EUR in balance and was spinning at 30 EUR. Suddenly, the jackpot hit — I thought it was the Mini or Minor Jackpot. But when I looked again, I saw it was the Grand Jackpot — 150,000 EUR. It was around 10 PM — I had to double-check the screen, then woke up my wife and we celebrated with a shot of schnapps.
— Do you follow any strategy?
I try to understand how each slot behaves — looking for patterns and changes. I have a good memory, and sometimes I notice sequences repeating. That helps me decide when to increase the bet, change the game, or stop playing.
— What did you do with your winnings?
I spent some on wine, watches, and Mickey Mouse comic books. The rest I used to keep up my VIP status and continue enjoying RocketPlay.
— Any advice for other players dreaming of a big win?
Don’t chase it. Play for fun and only with money you’re comfortable losing. Treat it like a hobby, something that you enjoy. If you’re lucky, the win will find you when you least expect it.
Inspired? Discover RocketPlay — where 9 000+ games, big wins, and thrilling moments are always within reach. Your story could start with just one spin.
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