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Hitting the jackpot: How the UK emerged as a top player in the online gambling sphere

From the thrill of traditional casino games enjoyed in the comfort of your home to virtual sports betting and online lottery games, online gambling encompasses a wide range of games and activities for users to enjoy in a more accessible way than ever before. The convenience of online platforms has revolutionised the way people engage with gambling…

Industry ・ 27 March 2024

We Are Brighton

Evolving trends in UK gambling: The rise of online slots and regulatory responses

The UK gambling landscape is witnessing dynamic shifts, as evidenced by the latest datasets released by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) tracking gambling participation up to December 2023. Since March 2020, the Commission has been diligently gathering data from major UK operators providing online betting solutions and casino online games,…

Gambling Addiction ・ 24 February 2024

Suffolk Gazette

Understanding the Growth Trajectory of the UK Casino Industry in 2024

There is a similar tendency in online gambling that we can see everywhere. In recent years, this industry has experienced substantial growth. Mobile platforms and fresh game releases are some of the major elements contributing to that. This industry has grown significantly in the UK as well, and by 2028, its worth is predicted to have increased by…

Industry ・ 12 February 2024

iGaming Business

Great Britain: gross gambling yield up 4% to £1.30bn in Q3

Published by the Gambling Commission, the Q3 figures offer an insight into gambling activity in Great Britain. Quarterly data has been posted every three months covering each three-month period since March 2020. The latest data set covers the three months to 31 December 2023. In Q3, the headline figure is the overall GGY, with the Commission saying…

Gaming Authorities ・ 31 January 2024

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The UK gambling industry: Slots revenue on the rise

Gambling is very popular amongst the British, and the latest figures reveal that it shows no signs of fading into obscurity any time soon. The UK Gambling Commission, which recently appointed seven new commissioners, published its latest report, from July to September 2023, which showed that the online gross gambling yield (GGY) reached a…

Industry ・ 10 January 2024

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Bingo revenue Great Britain 2022

Bingo in the United Kingdom (UK) generated nearly 500 million British pounds in revenue from April 2021 to March 2022. Main stage bingo accounted for the highest share in revenue amounting to 307.83 million British pounds. Overall, these figures show an increase from the previous period, most likely as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19)…

Bingo ・ 09 January 2024

iGaming Business

Gambling Commission launches new consultations on fines

The hope is the consultations, lasting 13 weeks, will bring "greater clarity and transparency" to how penalties are calculated. The starting point for fines will be considered, as well as whether the penalties will be judged against the gross gambling yield (GGY) made during the breach. The consultations will also cover financial key event…

Gaming Authorities ・ 16 December 2023

The Jerusalem Post

A brief history of online bingo

While bingo has experienced its fair share of ups and downs within its respective industries, it remains a game that has cemented itself in the history of various societies and cultures across the globe. Whether it is being played in land-based halls or online bingo sites, this exciting game allows players to both socialise and win money…

Bingo ・ 10 December 2023

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Gaming Authorities ・ 04 December 2023

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Gambling Commission figures show land-based gambling surge

The Gambling Commission's Gambling Industry Statistics show total gross gambling yield (GGY) grew 6.8% year-on-year to £15.1bn ($19.0bn/€17.5bn) for the 12 months from April 2022 to March 2023. This figure, accrued from all licensed remote and land-based gambling operators, was also up 6.6% on the last pre-lockdown period to March 2020. GGY was up…

Gaming Authorities ・ 01 December 2023

The Olive Press

The Battle of Casinos: Offline vs Online Gaming Experiences

On the heels of the digital revolution, casino gaming has come a long way over the past two decades. From the dimly lit, smoke-filled rooms of old to the comfortable convenience of mobile gaming, the gambling industry has transformed remarkably in a short period. Among countries that allow remote gambling, Britain reigns supreme as the world's…

Industry ・ 14 November 2023

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DCMS Consultation on proposals for a maximum stake limit for online slots games

On 26 July 2023, the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) published its public consultation which proposes potential stake limits for online slot games. This Consultation directly followed on from the Gambling White Paper published in April 2023, which set out the government's plans for modernising the regulation of gambling in Great…

Gambling Addiction ・ 13 November 2023

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Broadway Gaming seals 888 bingo business acquisition with a Final $2m payment

Broadway Gaming has finalised the acquisition of 888's online bingo business with an additional $2 million payment, following the initial payment of $43.25 million, which both companies agreed on to initiate the merger. The takeover is the result of an agreement that was made nearly two years ago to transfer over the assets of over 200…

Industry ・ 08 November 2023

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UKGC reveals Q2 UK gambling report, revealing an increase in slots gross gambling yield and participation

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has revealed its second-quarter report (July to September), covering data from UK land-based and online operators. The online gross gaming yield (GGY) totaled £1.2 billion ($1.46 billion), a 0.6% year-on-year increase, driven by slots, whereas the GGY for nearly all other verticals decreased. The total number of…

Industry ・ 02 November 2023

Lexology

Gambling White Paper Consultations: Land-based gambling

On 26 July 2023, the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DMCS) published a consultation on' measures relating to the land-based gambling sector' (Consultation). This Consultation directly followed on from the Gambling White Paper published in April 2023, which set out the government's plans for modernising the regulation of gambling in Great…

Payment Methods ・ 01 November 2023

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Market impact data on gambling behaviour

The Gambling Commission has published further data on the gambling industry in Great Britain. This data, sourced from operators, reflects the period between March 2020 and September 2023, inclusive, and covers online and in-person gambling covering Licensed Betting Operators (LBOs) found on Britain's high streets. Comparison should not be made with…

Industry ・ 01 November 2023

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Irishluck.ie comments on the suggested cap for online slots bets propose

Whether you are a seasoned bettor or merely interested in starting to place wagers, you will likely have heard all about the UK government's plan to overhaul online gambling laws. In April 2023, the UK government outlined its plan to modernise the regulation of the gambling sector in a white paper. Part of this reform was to introduce stake limits…

Industry ・ 22 October 2023

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Casino Revenue Statistics: Trends and Analysis Report

The gambling industry is a major contributor to the global economy, generating billions of dollars annually through many forms, such as sports betting, lotteries, online gambling, and more. With the increasing popularity of online gambling and the legalization of gambling in more countries, more and more people have been hooked on it. As a result,…

Industry ・ 20 October 2023

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Real Money vs. Social Online Casinos: Key Differences and Pros and Cons

In the ever-evolving realm of online entertainment, the casino industry stands out as one of the fastest-growing sectors. With this digital surge, the landscape of gambling has expanded, presenting enthusiasts with two main avenues: real money and social online casinos. Delving into their intricacies can provide clarity on which might best suit…

Industry ・ 04 October 2023

Retail Times

The diverse range of casino options for UK players

The United Kingdom has long been a hub for casino enthusiasts, offering a plethora of gaming options that cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. From traditional brick-and-mortar establishments to the digital realm of online casinos, gambling options are both extensive and diverse. The Convenience of Online Gambling In recent years,…

Live Gambling ・ 03 October 2023

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MGM Launches Online Gambling In The U.K.

MGM Resorts International announced the launch of its BetMGM iGaming and online sports betting brand in the United Kingdom. The Las Vegas-based casino operator said the launch marks the "kicking off MGM Resorts' strategy of expanding the BetMGM brand into international markets." There are various forms of legal online gambling in the United…

Industry ・ 27 August 2023

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A Moment of Truth for UK Online Gambling Operators

This is the first overhaul of the governing rules and regulatory approach to the complex UK gambling industry since 2005. The UK Gambling Commission ("UKGC") called it a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" to deliver positive change. UK-licensed online gambling operators are arguably the most affected group by the imminent implementation of the…

Industry ・ 18 August 2023

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Greentube walks on the wild side: introducing the Cyber Wildz slot game

Though there's little positives to take out of the Covid-19 pandemic, the silver lining for the struggling gambling industry during this time was that online slots saw a surge in player numbers due to the closure of land-based casinos. According to the Gambling Commission, there was an increase in the share of GGY generated from online gambling -…

Industry ・ 06 June 2023

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Play’n GO Broadens its Presence in the US with Newly Obtained West Virginia License

The iGaming software market represents big business globally, with an ever-growing raft of developers competing to supply casinos with video slots, table games, and immersive, live casino experiences. Of course, this market is being fuelled by exponential growth in the global iGaming space, and especially in immature sectors such as the US. West…

Industry ・ 19 April 2023

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Live Casino Soon to Overtake Land-Based Casino Action: We Give You the Reasons

Ever since the first online casinos were opened almost three decades ago in 1994 thanks to the development of software solutions for secure online transactions, gambling over the internet never stopped evolving at a rapid pace, going hand in hand with tech advancements. The 15 gambling sites that operated in the world in 1996 exceeded 200 in 1997,…

Live Gambling ・ 14 April 2023

European Gaming

Are current regulations suffocating the online slots industry?

In the last three years, regulations specifically targeting slots and those aimed at the wider online gambling industry have been implemented by the UKGC. Are these regulations suffocating the online slots industry? Since 2020, the UKGC has ramped up the pace of regulation, taking firmer action to ensure that licensing conditions and codes of…

Industry ・ 14 April 2023

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Regulatory Documents & UK Gambling Laws: Online Gambling Regulations UK

Statistics from the UK Gambling Commission confirm that 29% of Great Britain's population engages in games of chance, with half playing online. Gambling regulations UK and laws are written and approved throughout Great Britain for players as well as operators. These activities are participated in by 33% of men and 24% of women. The online gaming…

Law ・ 01 April 2023

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The number 1 online gambling license in 2023, the Isle of Man

When it comes to online gambling licenses, there are a few jurisdictions that stand out among the rest, explains iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson. One of them is the Isle of Man, a small island in the Irish Sea that has been offering online gambling licenses since 2001. But why is the Isle of Man online gambling license a good choice for…

Law ・ 24 March 2023

UKTN

UK’s Online Gambling Sector: A Look at the Latest Numbers

Online gambling has always been a popular activity in the United Kingdom. The Brits simply enjoy the convenience and accessibility that online gambling operators provide. As 2023 unfolds, the latest statistics suggest that online gambling continues to thrive in the UK. Based on a report released by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), the online…

Industry ・ 23 March 2023

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UK Gambling Transactions Under Regulatory Scanners

How UK Banking Restrictions on Gambling Transactions Could Impact iGaming Industry In 2020, the UKGC announced a ban on gambling businesses that allow punters across Great Britain to use credit cards for gambling. The ban was imposed on the 14th of April. 24 million adults in the UK gamble and 10.5 million among them prefer online gambling. The…

Payment Methods ・ 15 January 2023

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The Most Played Casino Games in the UK: New Data Made Public

The United Kingdom has a long and intricate relationship with gambling. A few important gambling acts like the Unlawful Games Act of 1541, the Gaming Act of 1845, The Racecourse Betting Act of 1928, and the Betting and Gaming Act of 1960 kept either outlawing or legalising casinos and sectors within the gambling industry. However, the Gambling Act…

Industry ・ 05 January 2023

Leicestershire Live

Online slot machines worth more to gambling firms than sport betting

Gambling firms made over £14 billion from punters last year, as the NHS sees a record number of referrals for problem gambling. The industry's gross gambling yield (GGY) - money kept by companies after paying customers their winnings - rose by 11% last year, new figures from the Gambling Commission have revealed. It's the first rise in GGY for…

Gambling Addiction ・ 31 December 2022

Gambling Commission

Changes in the gambling landscape

Following the publication of our latest Industry Statistics, we are reflecting on the shape and size of the gambling industry in Great Britain - including the impact of macro trends on gambling behaviours and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Today approximately 15 million people gamble on products licensed under the Gambling Act 2005 in Great…

Industry ・ 20 December 2022

iGaming Business

British gross gambling yield down 4% in Q2 of 2022-23

Overall market GGY for the second quarter of the 2022-23 financial year stood at £1.20bn (€1.39bn/$1.44bn), according to the latest data published by the Gambling Commission. While this data showed declines across almost all areas of the market, the Commission said that the primary reason for the fall in GGY was due to a drop in real-event betting.…

Gaming Authorities ・ 01 December 2022

The Baltic Times

What is the Volume of the Bingo Industry, and What to Expect in Future Years?

The UK's gambling industry has grown to be one of the largest of any country in the world. It has led the charge towards technical innovation in the online space and has become an employer to many Brits. At the forefront of this gaming evolution is online bingo, one of the UK's most beloved and lucrative games. Bingo has come a long way from its…

Bingo ・ 30 November 2022

Gambling Insider

Latest Gambling Commission figures show 4% decline in online total GGY

Online total Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) in Q2 was £1.2bn ($1.44bn), a 4% decline from Q1, with the overall number of total bets and/or spins decreasing by 1% from Q1 to Q2. The average monthly active accounts declined by 9%. Slots GGY declined by 3% from Q1 to Q2 to £548m, with the number of spins decreasing by 2% to 18.5 billion. The average…

Gaming Authorities ・ 29 November 2022

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Online shift the big change in gambling landscape but retail betting recovering

The Gambling Commission has released its latest set of industry statistics The shift to online gambling continues apace according to the latest statistics published by the industry's regulator. However, the Gambling Commission said retail gambling is showing signs of recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic despite a near 20 per cent fall in the…

Industry ・ 26 November 2022

iGaming Business

GB gross gambling yield recovers to almost £10bn in 2021/22

The figures were supplied through industry research from the Gambling Commission. While this is a significant rise, the total is 0.8% below the 2019/20 numbers, which mostly occurred pre-pandemic. Despite the increase in the headline numbers since this, the Commission reports that the number of bettors in the sector have fallen. "Since Covid-19…

Gaming Authorities ・ 26 November 2022

Gambling News

UKGC Studied the Changes in the Gambling Landscape

The United Kingdom's Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published its latest statistics concerning the state of the gambling industry. The regulator's data shows that the retail sector is recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic but the online vertical continues to be more popular. The UKGC estimates that there are around 15 million active gamblers in…

Industry ・ 25 November 2022

Harrogate Informer

Why Casinos are Becoming One of the Main Leisure Activities/Hobbies in the UK

Leisure time is important to people in the UK and around the world, and the things we do when we have some spare time can range from the simple pleasures of a box set to binge right through to taking part in some extreme physical activities like rock climbing or stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). The things we choose to do when we are not at work…

Travel ・ 25 November 2022

Gaming Intelligence

Retail recovery offsets lower online gambling yield in Great Britain

Britain's total gross gambling yield increased by 10.9 per cent to £14.08bn in the twelve-month period ended March 31, with a recovery in retail offsetting declines in remote gambling and National Lottery yield. Online casino represented the largest gambling sector in Great Britain with gross gambling yield (GGY) of £3.90bn, although this…

Lottery ・ 25 November 2022

Business Cloud

What businesses could learn from the online casino industry

An industry generating so much money, and attracting and engaging so many users, must be doing something right The online casino industry has a large customer base and turnover. As a business owner, you may be able to learn a thing or two from it. The UK's online gambling industry is a huge market. From January to March this year the gross gaming…

Industry ・ 19 October 2022

Gambling Insider

Live Play Mobile CEO: "Bingo is the fastest-growing vertical within social casino"

Thanks to Covid-19, online gambling has seen an unprecedented surge in growth, with one of the biggest areas being the online bingo industry. Bingo rarely receives the same respect as other games and in the past few decades many have written it off as outdated. However, the game's recent resurgence has shown that bingo is not only surviving but is…

Bingo ・ 17 October 2022

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History Of Bingo: How Did Bingo Evolve Over The Years?

When you think of long-standing games, some of the oldest in the world - bingo should be top of mind. Bingo has gone from a game played with beans and crude number tables to a global online phenomenon. So what did this online titan look like in the beginning - and how has it flourished since its inception? Bingo has been around for over 500 years…

Bingo ・ 10 October 2022

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Global Gambling Market Trajectory & Analytics Report 2022: Mobile Gambling Takes Center Stage

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Gambling - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Global Gambling Market to Reach $876 Billion by 2026 The global market for Gambling estimated at US$747.9 Billion in year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$876 Billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR…

Mobile ・ 30 September 2022

Coventry Observer

The Key Marketing Strategies Employed by Online Casinos

The UK online casino industry is one of the most vibrant in the world, and with the regular advances in technology, that doesn't look like changing any time soon. A number of factors have driven this stellar rise, including more sophisticated'live games' where players can interact with dealers, improved download speeds and the easy availability of…

Industry ・ 29 September 2022

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Global Gambling Market Report 2022: Market to Reach $876 Billion by 2026

The "Gambling - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Global Gambling Market to Reach $876 Billion by 2026 The global market for Gambling estimated at US$747.9 Billion in year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$876 Billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 3.6% over the analysis…

Industry ・ 29 September 2022

Gambling Insider

Gambling revenues: Europe on the road to recovery?

It's been a busy time for financial results within the gambling industry, with the likes of Flutter Entertainment, Entain, 888 Holdings, LeoVegas, NeoGames and Table Trac all publishing either Q2 or H12022 results last week alone. But these results have not all been favourable, with many companies continuing to fight against the implications caused…

Finance ・ 16 August 2022

Gambling News

UK Gambling Commission Posted Latest Quarterly Operator Data

The Gambling Commission published the latest data related to its ongoing effort to monitor changes in gambling behavior as a result of the current environmental factors in the UK. Tracking gambling data on a quarterly basis since March 2020, the Commission published data gathered from online and in-person operations at Licensed Betting Operators…

Gaming Authorities ・ 05 August 2022

Gaming Intelligence

Britain's online gambling yield falls in the second quarter of 2022

Britain's largest online gambling operators have recorded a significant fall in Gross Gaming Yield in the second quarter of the year, with every gaming vertical showing a decline versus the same period last year. The data released Thursday by the Gambling Commission covers the biggest operators who together account for approximately 80 per cent of…

Gaming Authorities ・ 05 August 2022

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GB gambling revenue drops in June as almost all sectors struggle

The regulator published data based on reports from operators making up 80% of the GB online gambling market and 85% of the retail betting shop market, building on its earlier online-only reports launched in 2020. As such, the absolute figures reported do not include the entire market within these verticals. Month-on-month, online gross gambling…

Finance ・ 04 August 2022

EconoTimes

How might the cost of living crisis affect the UK gambling industry?

The cost of living is rising and has been continuous since 2021. In April 2022, inflation reached the highest level on record. It is expected to peak at almost 9% by Q42022. Soaring energy prices have seen domestic gas prices rise by over 94% and domestic energy up by 54%. This, coupled with increased demand for consumer goods and supply chain…

Industry ・ 11 July 2022

London Post

Gambling White Paper Could Be Delayed Due to Prime Minister’s Resignation

The Gambling White Paper has been a long time coming from the Department of Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS) and it could be further delayed since Primer Minister Boris Johnson has now resigned. Chris Philp, the MP in charge of the Gambling Act Review was one of more than 50 MPs that resigned from the Prime Minister's cabinet this week. He stated…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 July 2022

Mancunian Matters

The impact of the bingo industry on the UK economy

Bingo has a lengthy history in the United Kingdom, dating back to when it was formally legalised as a gaming act in 1960. Today bingo, both from traditional bingo halls as well as from online bingo websites and operators like www.winkbingo.com, contributes to the UK economy more than expected. Bingo is an exciting casino game that can involve…

Bingo ・ 20 June 2022

London Post

Why is online bingo TV advertising allowed during the daytime?

Bingo and lottery advertisements are allowed to air on UK TV at any time of day. This differs from sports betting, casinos and poker rooms, which were prohibited from advertising on TV until 2007 and can now only do so after 9 pm. What changed? In 2007, the then-new Gambling Act allowed all gambling operators to run TV adverts (albeit under certain…

Bingo ・ 10 June 2022

Gambling News

Research on Gambling Behavior Raised Red Flags around Slots

Research on online gambling behavior in Great Britain commissioned by GambleAware found out that slot gaming is more likely to cause problem gambling than sports betting and is heavily skewed towards the most deprived areas. Carried out by the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) in collaboration with Professor David Forrest and Professor…

Gambling Addiction ・ 09 June 2022

The Epoch Times

Twice as Many British Online Gambling Game Accounts Are From Most Deprived Areas, Study Shows

People in the most deprived areas of Great Britain are more than twice likely to participate in gambling games online than those from the least deprived areas, a study suggests. The Patterns of Play report (pdf) published on Thursday found that 29.2 percent of gaming accounts came from Britain's 20 percent most deprived areas while only 12.9…

Games ・ 09 June 2022

Net News Ledger

Which are the Largest Casino Companies in the UK?

The gambling industry in the UK has grown by leaps and bounds over the past decade thanks to the rise of technology. As a result, the sector has been able to provide high-quality entertainment to tens of thousands of people all across the country. According to data that was recently made public by the organization that regulates the British…

Mobile ・ 09 June 2022

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The Boom and Fall of Lockdown Gambling in the UK

The global COVID-19 pandemic that struck at the beginning of 2020 changed life as we knew it worldwide. With people forced to stay at home, entertainment venues shut their doors and, for many, remained closed for an extended period. Many popular hangouts like restaurants, movie theatres, bowling alleys, and casinos shuttered, and some offered…

Covid ・ 30 May 2022

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U.S. gambling fires ahead, but inflation concerns crimp U.K.

The U.S. gambling industry continues to power ahead, despite rising uncertainty over the economy, though the U.K. has started to see a slow down as inflation concerns gain pace. As Asia's gaming jurisdictions gradually reopen, it's interesting to note trends in other parts of the world as they have emerged from Covid, which shut down casinos but…

Finance ・ 30 May 2022

iGaming Business

Great Britain’s online GGY falls in March with betting revenue down 40%

This was down by 10.3% from February, when GGY was £405m. Online slots were the most lucrative product in March, generating GGY of £192.8m, an increase of 14.6% monthly. Behind this was real-event betting, which was down by 40.6% to £104.5m in a month in which many operators introduced a number of promotional offers related to the Cheltenham…

Finance ・ 19 May 2022

European Gaming

GambleAware Publishes List of Annual Donations for 2021-2022

GambleAware has published details of donations for the 12 months ending 31 March 2022. The total for voluntary donations from the gambling industry is £34.7 million. The leading "Big Four" operators are responsible for donating 89% (£30.9 million) of the total donations for the year. This is reflective of their previous commitment to raise the…

Gambling Addiction ・ 11 May 2022

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Calls for mandatory levy resurface as industry clamps down on gambling harms and cost of living crunch

GambleAware has called for a mandatory one per cent levy on post winning earnings from operators as the government heads for gambling reform. The charity has argued that a levy would "provide stability and the best-in-class solutions to prevent gambling harms", and could be reallocated into longer-term planning and commissioning for problem…

Industry ・ 27 April 2022

Gambling Insider

UK GGY down 6% according to Gambling Commission data

The UK's gross gaming yield (GGY) was down for Q3 of the 2021/2022 financial year. According to the Gambling Commission, Covid-19 continues to impact Britain's gaming sector, which generated £1.2bn ($1.63bn) in GGY for the three months ended 31 December 2021, representing a 6% drop from the second quarter. The data, it said, was taken from licensed…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 February 2022

Gaming Intelligence

Britain’s online gambling market down 31% in December

Britain's regulated online gambling market contracted by nearly a third in December 2021, according to new data released by the Gambling Commission. The latest operator data on gambling behaviour amid the easing of lockdown measures across Great Britain shows that online gross gaming yield (GGY) fell by 31 per cent year-on-year in December to…

Industry ・ 18 February 2022

iGaming Business

GC data shows slight decrease in online gambling in final months of 2021

Gross gambling yield (GGY) for the time period - the third quarter of 2021 - came to £1.20bn, down 6% from Q2. There were 32.7 million active accounts across all verticals during the quarter, which placed 20.24 billion bets during that time - up 4% from Q2. Slot game GGY came to £568.1m, a 1% increase from the previous quarter. Other online casino…

Gaming Authorities ・ 18 February 2022

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GambleAware Publishes List of Donations and Pledges it Received During First Three Quarters of Financial Year 2021-22

GambleAware has published the full list of donations and pledges it received during the first three quarters of the financial year 2021-22. Between 1 April 2021 and 31 December 2021, the charity received a total of £16 million. This money was given in the form of voluntary donations from the gambling industry and excludes regulatory settlements and…

Gambling Addiction ・ 15 February 2022

Cambridgeshire Live

Online gambling soars by £1bn during the first year of Covid pandemic

Takings from online gambling soared during the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic - with experts warning the growth of "addictive" digital betting could cost lives. Campaigners also say "relentless advertising" of online gambling is irresponsible and have called for more regulation. Gambling Commission figures show that the remote betting, bingo…

Covid ・ 31 January 2022

Fortitude Magazine

How popular are video slots in 2021?

Last year in 2020, the UKGC published a report stating that online casinos have enjoyed an increase in revenue. "Total GGY for the industry was £14.2bn in the year April 2019 to March 2020. This represents a marginal decrease of £84.1m (-0.6%) on the previous reporting period. Remote (or online) gambling is the largest combined sector by GGY. With…

Mobile ・ 26 January 2022

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Can Live Casino Games Transform the Geordie Gambling Market?

It's no secret that half the North likes to play a few hands every now and then. Thus, it's not at all surprising that the Toon features three grandiose casinos of its own - Aspers, Genting, and Grosvenor. However, these establishments are just the tip of the iceberg. The majority of Newcastle's gambling premises involve slot rooms, bingo halls,…

Games ・ 07 January 2022

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Bragg’s ORYX Gaming Content Launches with 888 in the UK

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 5, 2022-- ORYX Gaming, a Bragg Gaming Group company (NASDAQ: BRAG, TSX: BRAG), has introduced its content in the UK for the first time after going live with 888casino, one of the world's leading online casino brands, just weeks after receiving its supplier licence in the country. A selection of games from ORYX's…

Gaming Authorities ・ 05 January 2022

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UK Online & Casino Revenue Reported Healthy Even with Current Pandemic Conditions

PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FinancialNewsMedia.com News Commentary - Gambling experts have long contended that the industry is not recession-proof, and data has recently supported this claim. The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the entire world upside down, and the gambling industry is no exception. Financial information is starting…

Covid ・ 07 December 2021

iGaming Business

GB remote gambling yield reaches £6.85bn in Covid-hit 2020-21

The Gambling Commission revealed in its industry statistics for the year that total revenue from these sectors came on turnover of £141.38bn, up 18.1% from 2019-20. Remote casino licensees made up most of the online GGY, as they brought in gross gaming yield of £4.02bn, up 26.4% from the same period of 2019-20. Slots made up the vast majority of…

Covid ・ 30 November 2021

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Where Do People Gamble the Most?

Gambling has been around for centuries and found various uses among those who partake in the activity. From resolving conflict to assigning chores, games of luck were always incorporated into people's lives. Currently, about 1.6 billion individuals gamble and 4.2 billion people gamble at least once per year. That means 26% of the world population…

Gaming Authorities ・ 23 November 2021

European Gaming

GambleAware Publishes Details on Donations from Operators

British problem gambling charity GambleAware has published the full list of donations and pledges it received during its first and second quarter of the financial year 2021-22. During the first half of the financial year, the charity received a total of £10.6 million. This monies was given in the form of voluntary donations from the gambling…

Gambling Addiction ・ 01 November 2021

iGaming Business

Bet365 leads GambleAware donations in H1 as total pledges reach £10.6m

The amount donated during the six months to the end of September surpassed the £2.3m pledged during the same period last year by 360.9%, though operators in the first half of 2020 were impacted by the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) and donations were lower as a result. Bet365 was by far the leading contributor in the first half, donating a total of…

Gambling Addiction ・ 29 October 2021

Warrington Worldwide

How Has Online Gambling Changed in the United Kingdom Since the COVID-19 Pandemic?

The British gambling industry has been thriving for the past few years. Casinos have emerged at a rapid rate, be it brick-and-mortar or on the net. More and more people have turned to casino gaming to have fun and be able to earn some money in the process. The increasing number of online casinos has made more people try it out. But last year, an…

Covid ・ 29 October 2021

IWMBuzz

The Huge Growth of Mobile Games

Online mobile games have taken the world by storm since their inception and now, in the present day, their popularity, both in their Android and iOS versions, as well as in their web versions, has reached quite the zenith. Technological advancements have created quite the buzz with several software providers trying to bring in the Augmented Reality…

Industry ・ 26 October 2021

Planet Radio

East Riding gambling operators will soon share players' spending data

Betting shops, casinos and gambling websites will find out how much customers are spending Betting shops, casinos and gambling websites will soon be able to find out how much customers are spending, East Riding councillors have heard. East Riding councillors heard a recent data protection ruling had cleared the way for the sharing system to go…

Industry ・ 23 October 2021

SBC News

UKGC records stable July activity but concerns appear on higher slots engagement

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has recorded a'stable July' as it continued to track the activity of the online gambling sector under COVID-19 circumstances. Publishing its latest online monitoring report gathered from operator data, the regulator revealed that July registered 11.3 million active players, matching June results. July's active…

Gaming Authorities ・ 22 September 2021

European Gaming

UKGC Publishes Further Data Showing Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown Easing on Online Gambling Behaviour

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published further data showing how online gambling behaviour is reacting to the easing of lockdown measures in Great Britain. UKGC has used operator data reflecting the months from March 2020 to July 2021 and covers data gathered from digital gambling operators. The latest update published by UKGC contains…

Covid ・ 16 September 2021

Yogonet

What does UK gambling market research really means and how can it be used?

ollowing up from our recent analysis at Slotsia of how much the gambling industry has impacted the UK market in recent years, it's clear that its presence has been on an upward trend. A lot of that comes down to its overall visibility. Nowadays, you see major brands advertised across all major social media channels, on TV and at the majority of…

Industry ・ 03 September 2021

UK News Today

Recap Of UK Gambling Regulations For 2021

As the home of one of the world's largest gambling markets, the UK enforces tough regulatory measures to hamper addiction and gambling-related harm. Adequate regulations are now more necessary than ever, considering the industry has witnessed an increase in online gambling in the past couple of years due to the coronavirus pandemic. The British…

Law ・ 02 September 2021

European Gaming

The growth of the UK gambling market

Gambling has been an important part of UK culture for hundreds of years and it remains a popular pastime in the UK. However, today's gambling industry is certainly not the one your father or grandfather knew. Instead, the gambling industry in the UK has become extremely innovative, competitive and fragmented over the course of the last decade. Keep…

Industry ・ 30 August 2021

The Edinburgh Reporter

Is Bingo Becoming Trendy Again?

The iGaming market in the UK is both large and diverse, with this the result of a liberal and progressive regulatory framework. While slots continue to account for more than two-thirds of the online gaming GGY and dominate the space, however, there's also strong demand for table games, poker, and even virtual bingo. You can check out this review of…

Bingo ・ 16 August 2021

European Gaming

UKGC Data Shows British Gambling Participation Falls in June

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has published further data showing how online gambling behaviour is reacting to the easing of lockdown measures in Great Britain. The data reflects the period between March 2020 and June 2021, inclusive, and covers both online and, where relevant, some offline gambling operator data, noting that land-based premises…

Gaming Authorities ・ 12 August 2021

Gambling Insider

Gambling Commission reports decline in online market activity for June

The Gambling Commission has reported a decline in overall activity in the online market for June 2021. Gross gambling yield (GGY) decreased by 7%, with total bets decreasing by 10%. Slots GGY decreased by 14% to £181m from May to June, while the number of spins decreased by 10%. The number of online slots sessions lasting longer than one hour…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 August 2021

Gambling News

UKGC reports June has the lowest GGY result since November 2020

UKGC has released June's gross gambling yield (GGY) numbers, showing the lowest result since November 2020. The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has released its latest market update, revealing that the gambling industry generated a combined gross gambling yield (GGY) during June of $686 million - the lowest result since November 2020. However, the…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 August 2021

Gaming Intelligence

Britain’s online gambling yield falls to £496.1m in June

Britain's online betting and gaming market declined for the second consecutive month as total gross gambling yield (GGY) fell by 7 per cent sequentially to £496.1m in June. The latest data from the Gambling Commission reveals that total bets placed fell by 10 per cent month-on-month to 6.2bn, while total active players climbed 4 per cent compared…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 August 2021

Inkedin

UKGC Monthly Analysis Details Online Gambling Slowdown

Despite an increase in player activity attributable to interest in the Euro 2020 championships, the UK's online gambling business saw a drop in total gross gambling yield (GGY) in June. The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has released its monthly market analysis, revealing that the sector produced a combined GGY of £496 million in June, the lowest…

Gaming Authorities ・ 11 August 2021

Yogonet

Slotegrator's new report analyzes options for Australian investors to enter the iGaming industry

he rate of gambling participation in Australia is one of the highest in the world. Most forms of gambling are widely available to Australian players, except for one - online gambling, which is almost entirely prohibited. However, that doesn't mean Australian investors and entrepreneurs interested in the iGaming industry are completely out of luck;…

Finance ・ 05 August 2021

Yogonet

Online betting is the largest sector of the UK gambling industry with 52% of bets, report shows

eanBackPlayer on the health status of the gambling industry, giving an insight into current trends and what the future may hold. The company collected the whole spectrum of the critical data to provide a complete picture of the current situation in the industry. According to LeanBackPlayer's report issued on July 20, data provided by the UK…

Industry ・ 05 August 2021

About Manchester

The Key Online Casino Trends for 2021

Across both Ireland and the UK, the iGaming marketplace is a lucrative and fast-growing entity, and one that continues to evolve despite a number of mounting challenges. To this end, it's estimated that up to €10000-a-minute is spent in Ireland across various iGaming verticals, while around 10.5 million Brits wager online in the UK each month. Much…

Mobile ・ 02 August 2021

The Game Haus

Could Online Casinos Team Up With Esports?

Ten years ago, the online casino industry was an economic small fry with no guarantees of lasting for another 12 months, never mind a decade. Fortunately for lovers of online slot machines and roulette tables, the industry got itself together and dramatically transformed its fortunes over the 2010s. The industry embraced change and put itself at…

Gaming Authorities ・ 27 July 2021

Gambling News

Entain Is a Top Donator for GambleAware in Q1, 2021

UK's responsible gambling charity, GambleAware, published details regarding donations and pledges received from businesses deriving income from gambling in Britain. The charity noted that it has received $3.2 million in donations and pledges for the three months ending June 30, 2021. The biggest donation which GambleAware received was $2.7 million,…

Gambling Addiction ・ 27 July 2021

iGaming Business

Entain’s £2m contribution makes up majority of Q1 GambleAware donations

The total amount donated in the three months to 30 June was 180.5% higher than the £820000 put forward during the same period last year. Entain donated a total of £2.0m to the charity during Q1, significantly more than any other gambling business for the period. The next-highest amount came from Videoslots, which donated £50000, while Broadway…

Gambling Addiction ・ 27 July 2021

Markets Insider

UK Casino Revenue Report: How the COVID-19 Pandemic Has Changed the UK Gambling Landscape

LONDON, July 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Leanbackplayer has released a new report on how the UK gaming industry was affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic: As the world continues to learn how to effectively grapple with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses everywhere are having to learn to adapt to survive - and that includes the gambling…

Covid ・ 25 July 2021

Queens Citizen

How Playing Slot Machines Affects Your Mental Health

The popularity of slots remains undisputed. The latest statistics from the UK Gambling Commission reveal that online gambling is the largest combined sector by Gross Gambling Yield (GGY). Online casino games dominate the sector generating £ 1.9 billion, with a majority coming from slot games. This is evidence that many people enjoy playing slots.…

Gaming Authorities ・ 21 July 2021

Inkedin

UKGC Reports Steady Drop In Online Gambling March

As the UK government's COVID-19 lockdown limitations are eased, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has reported a steady drop in online gambling activity. The Commission is continuing to examine online gambling behaviour that has been impacted by COVID-19 and lockdown situations, based on data collected from licenced operators between March 2020 and…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 July 2021

SBC News

UKGC registers May slowdown on online gambling activities

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has reported a steady decrease in online gambling activity as UK governments ease their COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. The Commission continues to monitor online gambling behaviours impacted by COVID-19 and lockdown circumstances, reflecting licensed operator data recorded between March 2020 to May 2021. During…

Gaming Authorities ・ 19 July 2021