iGaming News

Germany’s New Esports Betting Laws: What Operators Must Know

Justin Ward
2025-02-28 15:26:18
Germany’s esports betting market faces a significant regulatory shift under the State Treaty on Gambling 2021 (Glücksspielstaatsvertrag). In 2025, operators must navigate tighter compliance requirements and uncertain classificati...

VR Betting Lounges: The Future of Immersive Wagering (2025 Update)

Justin Ward
2025-02-26 11:56:59
Virtual reality isn’t just for gaming anymore. In 2025, VR betting lounges are reshaping the gambling market by merging immersive technology with real-time wagering. Imagine stepping into a hyper-realistic virtual environment...

Twitch Poker Boom: How Streamers Drive 50% of New Player Sign-Ups

Amir Tahan
2025-02-25 15:33:23
The growth of online poker is no secret, but in 2025, a new force is reshaping the game: Twitch streamers. With live poker streams now accounting for half of all new player sign-ups, popular figures on the platform are turnin...

Bandai Namco’s Risky Leap into Hardcore iGaming: A Strategic Gamble for the Digital Arena

Manon Mainville
2025-02-24 22:02:18
Bandai Namco Holdings, the powerhouse behind legendary franchises like Tekken, Elden Ring, and Dragon Ball, is venturing boldly into iGaming. This strategic pivot, marked by innovative partnerships and deep-rooted technologic...

Peer-to-Peer Betting Platforms: Decentralized Custom Odds via Blockchain in 2025

Amir Tahan
2025-02-24 15:22:59
In 2025, traditional gambling models will undergo a revolution as blockchain technology takes center stage. Peer-to-peer (P2P) betting platforms now allow users to wager on their favorite events and set their own custom odds,...

Skill-Based Slots Revolution: New Mini-Game Features Drive 97%+ RTPs to Attract Younger Players

Justin Ward
2025-02-23 12:12:59
The casino floor is changing as quickly as the technology powering it. Gone are the days when slot machines were just about spinning reels and waiting for luck to strike. Today, developers are blending interactive gaming mech...

“FOMO Mode” Slots: When Losing Becomes a Vicious Cycle

Justin Ward
2025-02-21 20:45:20
In recent times, the gambling scene has seen a twist that might raise more than a few eyebrows. “FOMO Mode” slots are the new buzz - games that automatically jack up bet sizes during losing streaks. This trend leverages that ...

Consolidation Wave in iGaming: Strategic Mergers Reshape Markets and Compliance in 2025

Manon Mainville
2025-02-21 15:33:59
The iGaming industry is experiencing a dramatic consolidation wave in 2025, driven by fierce competition, escalating regulatory complexity, and the urgent need to capture emerging markets. Major players like Flutter Entertain...

RuneFest 2025: Reuniting RuneScape Legends and Sparking New Adventures

Justin Ward
2025-02-19 19:51:55
After a five-year break, RuneFest 2025 burst back onto the scene with a flair that left fans both nostalgic and electrified. Held on March 1–2, 2025, at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK, the event transf...

Devolver Digital’s Absurdist Slots: Can ‘Sentient Banana’ Games Attract Gen Z?

Amir Tahan
2025-02-18 22:19:22
Devolver Digital, the publisher known for its irreverent titles like Hotline Miami and Fall Guys, is allegedly moving into the iGaming arena with a new twist on slot machines. Their latest venture? Absurdist slots that do...