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Paul Newson appointed as IAGR president as IAGR2019 wraps up in Jamaica

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The International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR) has appointed Paul Newson, Trustee of the NSW Responsible Gambling Fund, as President as part of IAGR’s 2019 annual conference, held in Jamaica from 30 September to 3 October.

The event – IAGR2019 – attracted over 200 gaming regulators, advisors, law experts and industry representatives from more than 25 countries.

Mr Newson said, ‘It’s an honour to be appointed President of the International Association of Gaming Regulators following what’s been a watershed year for the organisation.

I’m really looking forward to working with our Board of Trustees, members and industry stakeholders to best position IAGR to advance better regulation globally.’

Outgoing President, Trude Felde, Senior Advisor at the Norwegian Gaming Authority, said, ‘What a year it’s been. I would like to thank the Board and our Secretary for their hard work and commitment over the 12 months.’

‘To our members, thank you for having the confidence in me to lead as President for the last year. I love engaging with gaming regulatory community, and I hope to see you all regularly for many years to come.’

More than 40 speakers and panellists travelled to Montego Bay, Jamaica to be part of the program for IAGR2019. Mr Newson was appointed as President on Day 3 of IAGR2019, as part of the annual members’ meeting.

Paul Curby, Director CurbyPartners, presented at the event on ‘Indicators of deception in language’. Paul has over 30 years’ experience in governance and risk, specialising in investigations across serious misconduct, fraud and corruption, including 15 years in law enforcement.

Mr Curby said, ‘Overseeing gaming operators brings its own unique challenges, particularly when it comes to investigating and testing the veracity of their conduct.

‘Whether a regulator is being proactive in eliciting information from operators or reacting to potential legislative breaches, or interviewing a witness, regulatory staff need to have the necessary skills to help identify where someone is withholding information and/or being deceptive.

‘Understanding linguistic cues in written and verbal communication will help regulators get to the truth. Knowing these cues and how to respond is key.’

In his closing comments at the event Mr Newson said, ‘I’m thrilled to declare IAGR2019 a smashing success.

‘Our impressive lineup of speakers, many internationally renowned, provoked thinking and debate, and sparked conversations that will continue and help advance efficient and collaborative gambling regulation globally.

‘Thank you to our hosts the Betting Gaming & Lotteries Commission and Casino Gaming Commission, Jamaica for staging an outstanding conference and for the immensely warm and vibrant Jamaican hospitality.’

‘While IAGR2019 has come to a close and we prepare to say farewell to Jamaica, our gaze now shifts and anticipation builds for IAGR2020 in Boston, Massachusetts.’

IAGR2020 will be hosted by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and will be held in late 2020. Find out more www.iagr.org.


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AA Gaming Announce the Rajasthan State Esports Championship (RSEC) with Youth Affairs & Sports Department, Govt. Of Rajasthan

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The Rajasthan Youth Board (Youth Affairs & Sports Department, Government of Rajasthan), in collaboration with AA Gaming, has officially announced the Rajasthan State Esports Championship (RSEC) – a landmark state-level initiative poised to engage thousands of players from across the state.
The RSEC 2025 will feature top esports titles including Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), CS2, E-Cricket, and E-Football. Spanning over four stages, the championship aims to reach more than 200 colleges across 41 districts in Rajasthan, making it one of the most comprehensive esports tournaments at the state level in India.
The tournament will unfold in the following stages:
  • Open Qualifiers
  • Inter-College Knockout Rounds
  • Semifinals
  • Grand Finals – which will be live-streamed and culminate in a prestigious awards ceremony.
A core highlight of the RSEC 2025 will be a series of esports workshops, organized by AA Gaming during the inter-college knockout rounds held across Rajasthan. These workshops, in
collaboration with industry experts, are designed to educate and empower participants with essential knowledge and skills, positioning Rajasthan’s youth at the forefront of the rapidly growing esports industry.
Recognized now on global platforms like the Olympic Esports Series, the Asian Games, and the Commonwealth Esports Championship, esports has become a legitimate sporting and medal discipline. With this in mind, the RSEC workshops will cover:
  • Gaming techniques and strategic play
  • Game development fundamentals
  • Esports career pathways
  • Mental health and well-being for athletes
  • Team-building and communication
  • Professional conduct in esports
  • In-depth game analysis and review
Speaking about the RSEC, Dr. Neeraj Kumar Pawan (I.A.S) Chairman, Rajasthan Youth Board & Secretary, Youth Affairs & Sports Department, Government Of Rajasthan, said, “I extend my heartfelt best wishes for the upcoming Rajasthan State Esports Championship. As Rajasthan does not yet have an official esports federation, the Youth Affairs & Sports Department of Rajasthan has taken the initiative to support the esports ecosystem by joining hands with passionate youth, many of whom have come forward through the Youth Board. This championship marks a significant first step in promoting esports across the state, and I wholeheartedly commend the young leaders driving this movement.”
Commenting on the tournament, Akash Dhangar, Founder and CEO of AA Gaming, said:
“We are thrilled to partner with the Rajasthan Youth Board for the Rajasthan State Esports Championship — a one-of-a-kind initiative that not only empowers the youth through competitive esports, but also equips them with the knowledge and skills to thrive in this fast-growing industry. Through our comprehensive workshops, we aim to provide in-depth education on the key pillars of the esports ecosystem, enabling Rajasthan’s youth to emerge as innovators and leaders in the gaming and esports space.”
These sessions aim to develop well-rounded esports professionals — from players aiming for international glory to those exploring careers in game development, casting, management, and more.
The Rajasthan State Esports Championship is a pioneering initiative by the Government of Rajasthan to integrate esports into the mainstream sporting ecosystem and harness the power of gaming to inspire, educate, and uplift the state’s youth.
With RSEC 2025, Rajasthan is set to lead by example, creating a blueprint for how regional governments can support and grow the esports ecosystem from the grassroots.

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Gaming in Spain Conference announces agenda

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The Gaming in Spain Conference, which will take place June 26 at Auditorio ECIJA in Madrid, has announced its initial agenda.

A select number of confirmed conference sessions are listed below. A more comprehensive agenda is available here: https://www.gaminginspain.com/agenda2025

 

Gaming in Spain Conference – Preliminary agenda

(Please note that all session titles are provisional.)

Algorithms, advertising & deposit limits: Outlines and obligations
Mikel Arana, Director General, DGOJ

Regulatory update
Xavi Muñoz, Partner, ECIJA Law Firm

The Spanish iGaming market in numbers: Increasing black-market popularity?
Josh Hodgson, COO, H2 Gambling Capital

Regulatory burdens and licensed market sustainability
Jorge Hinojosa, Director General, Jdigital; Ester Martin-Ortega, Head of Public Affairs and Sustainability, Flutter Entertainment; Camille Gonzálvez, Gaming Lawyer, ECIJA

The Brazilian market: A regulatory update
Matheus Puppe, Partner, ECIJA Brazil

The state of play in promising LatAm markets (panel)
Eduardo Benavides, Managing Partner, ECIJA Peru; Matheus Puppe, Partner, ECIJA Brazil; Polibio Velenzuela, Partner, ECIJA Dominican Republic

For additional sessions, click here: https://www.gaminginspain.com/agenda2025

Willem van Oort, Founder of Gaming in Spain, commented: “This year, we have decided to look a bit beyond Spain’s borders – at the opportunities offered by Latin America’s booming and increasingly regulated markets. I am, of course, very proud to welcome several local experts to our event who can tell us more about these opportunities. Even so, Spain remains the focal point of our event. The Spanish government’s efforts to turn gambling primarily into a public health issue ensures that there will be plenty to discuss this year.”

 

Breakout sessions, workshops, networking & more

In addition to our main program, the Gaming in Spain Conference also features several highly practical breakout sessions, as well as three certificate-granting workshops on internal audits and the EU’s AI Act, GDPR website checks, and establishing a learning culture in your organization.

The workshops will take place on June 25 – the day prior to the main event – and are free to attend for paying GiS Conference attendees.

Furthermore, the Gaming in Spain Conference offers plenty of networking opportunities during coffee breaks, lunch, and networking drinks.

Finally, all Gaming in Spain Conference attendees are cordially invited to attend the Jdigital Awards ceremony on June 26. The Jdigital Awards honor outstanding contributions to the improvement of Spain’s regulated online gambling sector.

Further details will be made available after registering for the Conference.

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BETBY PARTNERS WITH ELANTIL FURTHER EXPANDING REACH OF ITS SPORTSBOOK SOLUTION

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BETBY, an industry-leading sports betting supplier, has announced a new long-term partnership with Elantil, an emerging and innovative B2B iGaming platform that acts as a marketplace for casino and sportsbook content providers. This collaboration aligns with BETBY’s strategy to broaden its global distribution network, making its sportsbook solution more accessible to a wider range of operators.

As part of the agreement, BETBY’s award-winning sportsbook solution — including its proprietary esports feed Betby.Games, advanced trading, and risk management services — will be integrated into Elantil’s platform. Operators on Elantil’s marketplace will be able to seamlessly integrate BETBY’s offering, while also benefiting from its AI-powered sportsbook tools developed by BETBY’s AI Labs, enabling a highly flexible, personalised, and data-driven betting experience.

Known for its modular, customisable, and scalable infrastructure, Elantil will now enhance its marketplace portfolio with over 400,000 events, 8,000+ markets, 125+ sports, and 50+ esports titles powered by BETBY, providing operators with a robust, turnkey sports betting solution.

BETBY’s sportsbook content is now live and available to all operators on Elantil’s platform via a streamlined one-click integration. Each operator can contract directly with BETBY to manage commercial terms and gain direct access to its technology, increasing efficiency.

Stefanos Karakidis, Head of Business Development at BETBY, commented: “We are thrilled to join forces with Elantil, a forward-thinking platform that opens new doors for us to reach a broader set of operators. This collaboration ensures that more brands can tap into our powerful sportsbook solution and deliver a best-in-class betting experience to their audiences.”

John Debono, Chief Technical Officer at Elantil, added: “Having BETBY join our marketplace significantly strengthens our sports betting offer. Their depth of content, technological reliability, and focus on innovation perfectly match our vision to build a flexible and high-quality ecosystem for iGaming operators. This collaboration not only enhances our platform’s capabilities but also exemplifies our commitment to integrating top-tier solutions that empower operators to deliver exceptional experiences to their users. By aligning with partners who share our dedication to innovation and excellence, we continue to redefine what’s possible in the iGaming industry.”

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