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IBIA reports 50 suspicious betting alerts in Q2 2023

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July 19, 2023

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The International Betting Integrity Association’s (IBIA) integrity report for the second quarter (Q2) details 50 incidents of suspicious betting activity reported to the relevant authorities. The Q2 2023 total is an increase of 4% on the revised Q1 figure of 48 alerts and is a decline of 44% on the 90 alerts reported in Q2 2022. That betting integrity information was identified across IBIA members’ global businesses, which number over 125 sports betting brands and US$137 billion in betting turnover per annum, making IBIA the largest integrity monitor of its type in the world.

The 50 incidents of suspicious betting in Q2 concerned eight sports, across 18 countries and four continents. Other key data for Q2 2023 includes:

Football (soccer) had the highest number of alerts with 19, representing a 27% increase on the 15 alerts reported in Q1 but a 41% decrease on the 32 alerts reported in Q2 2022.
The 12 tennis alerts reported in Q2 2023 represent a near 60% decrease when compared to the revised figure of 29 alerts for Q2 2022.
The UK was the country with the highest number of Q2 alerts, with nine alerts concerning four sports (five for darts, two for football, and one each for bowls and boxing).

Khalid Ali, IBIA CEO, said: “The second quarter of the year saw a welcome downward trend with 44% less suspicious alerts compared to Q2 2022, and a near 30% decline in the first half of 2023 when considered against 2022. Much of that decline is a result of collaborative cross-sector efforts headed by the International Tennis Integrity Agency to eradicate match-fixing in tennis, the success of which was highlighted by the prison sentence recently handed out by a Belgian court. That judgment sends a clear and unequivocal message to corrupters that they will be caught, and harsh sanctions imposed.”

The Belgian court handed down sentences to 28 individuals convicted of match-fixing in tennis. This includes the ringleader of a gang that instigated and coordinated the fixing aimed at defrauding betting operators and who has received a sentence of 5 years imprisonment and a fine of €8,000. Ali continued: “The outcome is very welcome and IBIA congratulates the ITIA on its collaborative partnership working with key stakeholders and its continued resolve to identify and punish illicit activity. IBIA’s responsible regulated betting operators remain committed to working closely with sports to weed out corruption.”

The Q2 integrity report includes a breakdown of alerts reported on sporting events taking place in Europe between 2018-2022. It also contains a focus on the Netherlands which had eight suspicious alerts during 2018-22 (three for football and tennis, and one each for darts and beach volleyball). According to leading global gambling market intelligence company H2 Gambling Capital, the Netherlands’ onshore online sports betting market is due to increase from €276m in gross gambling revenue (GGR) in 2022 to €690m by 2028, albeit a sizeable offshore channelisation (€124m) will remain.

Of the 50 alerts reported in Q2 2023, two related to women’s events, 47 for men’s events and one for a mixed gender event. IBIA has recent released a ground-breaking study that analyses the size and characteristics of the women’s sports betting market and examines the potential vulnerability of women’s sports to match-fixing.

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Bubblin’ Riches surfaces with stacks of coin-filled fun

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October 16, 2025

George Miller

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Play’n GO invites players underwater in Bubblin’ Riches, a 6×4 slot where golden coins and greedy fish collide for submerged surprises.

Set in a playful underwater reef, Bubblin’ Riches brings a burst of colour and charm to the reels. At the heart of the action is a bloated Goldfish with a hoarding habit – every Coin Scatter that lands could feed its fortune, or set off a surprise payout. As part of Play’n GO’s expanding roster of quirky, character-led games, this release turns Hold & Spin mechanics into something far more unpredictable, with a visual flair that brings every coin flip to life.

Bubblin’ Riches thrives on suspense and spectacle. Players can trigger Lock’n Gold by landing six Coin Scatters – launching a sticky respin feature where coins flip to reveal multipliers up to 10x, and a full screen secures an instant 500x win. Meanwhile, the towering coin stack above the reels is more than just a visual gag: it can burst at any moment, showering players with jackpots up to 1,000x. For those chasing longevity, Reward Spins introduce sticky Wild Multipliers and up to 65 spins – all anchored by a spinning prize wheel.

Fans of whimsical, visual-forward slots like Hugo Carts or Nyjah Huston – Skate for Gold will find plenty to love in Bubblin’ Riches. Its character-first design and surprise-based mechanics align with Play’n GO’s wider focus on entertainment, while the bubbling tension of the Goldfish jackpot stack introduces a fresh twist to classic features.

Magnus Wallentin, Games Ambassador at Play’n GO, said: “Bubblin’ Riches builds anticipation in every spin, with a charming visual twist. It’s a playful example of how we blend innovative mechanics with entertainment value.”

This light-hearted slot blends humour, excitement, and vivid visuals – perfect for players looking to dip into something refreshingly different.

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Yaspa unveils new brand identity as payments and identity fintech accelerates global growth

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October 16, 2025

George Miller

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Yaspa, the award-winning fintech specialising in iGaming payments and identity solutions, has unveiled a new brand identity designed to reflect its growth and maturity as it expands into new markets.

The rebrand marks a significant milestone in Yaspa’s evolution from an early-stage fintech to a global payments intelligence platform. The new identity builds on Yaspa’s mission to make payments more intelligent, helping operators and merchants connect with their customers in real time through trusted, data-driven experiences.

The refreshed brand introduces a cleaner, more contemporary visual identity centred around simplicity and human connection. Its updated logo, colour palette and design system have been crafted to convey transparency, confidence and momentum – emphasising Yaspa’s pioneering approach to innovation and collaboration.

The new brand launch coincides with a period of sustained growth for Yaspa, which has expanded from 15 to 70 employees in the past 18 months and recently announced a $12m investment round led by Discerning Capital. The company is now accelerating international expansion with a new US entity based in Atlanta, Georgia. Yaspa also announced the opening of a tech hub in Leeds, UK, in August.

Kate Marsden, Chief Marketing Officer at Yaspa, said: “Our new brand is a statement of intent. It reflects who we’ve become – a confident, connected and truly intelligent business that’s growing fast and taking our technology to new markets. We have created an identity that captures both the strength of our product and the clarity of our purpose – to help businesses make better decisions through smarter payments.

“Payments can be complex, but our goal is to make them feel effortless. Every element of our new look has been designed to communicate that sense of ease and intelligence. The identity is modern and approachable, because trust and transparency sit at the heart of what we do.

“As we scale into new regions, we want a brand that travels well and one that feels as relevant in Las Vegas as it does in London. The rebrand is a fresh chapter for Yaspa, but our focus remains the same: making instant payments personal.”

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Elantil partners with G-Games to add next-gen content to online marketplace

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October 16, 2025

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Pioneering platform solutions provider teams up with innovative software studio to bring operators an all-new line-up of slots, casual games and multiplier titles

Elantil, the ground-breaking technology company that’s redefining the future of the industry with its strategic iGaming backbone, has announced it has agreed a new partnership with G-Games that will add next-gen content to its online marketplace.

A leading provider of both classic and casual titles, G-Games brings out at least 40 new releases each year and specialises in content that has been heavily tailored to support local market needs – including a range of high-payout, low-stakes slots that are built specifically for German players.

Always a market innovator, G-Games is currently hard at work developing a new line-up of multiplayer slots that are designed to bridge the gap between traditional casino play and video game-style entertainment, empowering partners to engage with the next generation of customers.

With this presenting a major opportunity for operators to tap into the Twitch slots, G-Games will undoubtedly be a popular addition to Elantil’s Marketplace for all clients looking to future-proof their line-ups and increase market share.

Of course, being an Elantil partnership, marketplace operators will be able to reach out to the provider directly to form their own custom contracts, with this allowing them to save on costs and create agreements that support their unique business needs, without Elantil dictating the terms.

John Debono, Chief Technical Officer at Elantil, said: “With Elantil’s Marketplace redefining the relationship between operators and suppliers, it’s imperative that we continue to integrate with forward-thinking companies that can offer something new. G-Games are definitely one such provider, and we’re thrilled to now be able to offer their next-gen content to all Elantiloperators.”

Helen Walton, Chief Commercial Officer at G-Games, said: “At G-Games, we pride ourselves on providing flexible partnerships that are always sprinkled with a little G-Games magic. With our content now being available via Elantil’s Marketplace, we’ll be able to supply even more operators with a truly bespoke service that can help them achieve the results they’re looking for.”

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