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Videoslots disputes €10m fi ne from the Ksa
Videoslots.com is to challenge the largest fi ne in the history of the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) after accusing the Dutch regulator of abusing the mystery shopping regime.
In preparation for a Ksa application in April 2022 the regulator’s logo was mistakenly visible for a short period of time on Videoslots’ website before being quickly removed.
When the Ksa became aware of the mistake, it tried to sign up as a Dutch customer and failed because of the effective measures in place. The Ksa then gained unauthorised access by pretending to be a German customer, managing to make a deposit and a single bet of 20 cents. As soon as Videoslots learned that a Ksa
offi cial had unlawfully accessed its site it implemented further measures to prevent this happening again.
The Ksa has now issued a fi ne of €9,874,000, which will be the largest sanction in its history, after claiming Videoslots violated the Dutch Gaming Act. Videoslots denies the allegation and has objected to the fi ne.
Ulle Skottling, deputy CEO at Videoslots, said: “Videoslots does not target but restrict the Netherlands, so the Dutch Gaming Act does not apply to its services. No Dutch players were able to access our site during the disputed period
Pariplay to provide new iGaming content for DraftKings
and there was no violation as a result. “It is absurd that the Ksa should fi ne us after gaining unauthorised access. It is simply not possible to protect fully against unauthorised access, and the Ksa has no guidelines on what measures are suffi cient.
“Furthermore, there was no demonstrable damage, and the interests of Dutch consumers were never compromised at any point. The Ksa calculated the fi ne based on several guesstimates. There is no basis for it and all sense of proportionality is missing. “Videoslots takes its legal and regulatory obligations extremely seriously, but we dispute the Ksa’s actions and conclusions, which we believe are unlawful. We are confi dent of a positive outcome in this case.”
Betsson turns to Neccton for AML and RG tools
With Neccton’s mentor, players in Ontario using Betsson’s well-known Betsafe brand are now protected with best-in-class software that monitors player behaviour in real time and communicates with both player and operator should negative play patterns emerge. mentor looks for a raft of potential markers in player behaviour, including a signifi cant increase in deposit frequency, to keep players safe from harm. The software contacts the player directly when required, and alerts the operator to the issue so further care can be administered if needed. Betsson Group is also harnessing the software’s Anti–Money Laundering module, which is compliant with European requirements, plus Ontario and many other jurisdictions worldwide. Neccton’s rule engine is preconfi gured for each specifi c market and allows for individual customizations by a customer’s AML or RG offi cers.
The software – which has become the market leader in Europe and is used by most of the top iGaming operators – also features modules for Fraud and CRM, so it is a one-stop solution for many of the most pressing needs facing operators today.
mentor has been developed using the research of Dr Michael Auer, who acts as director and head of development for Neccton. His research spans more than 15 years and tens of academic publications, all of which have established him as one of the world’s leading experts in the fi eld.
Dr Auer welcomed Betsson, saying: “Another world-class operator has signed up to work with us, which validates both our approach and their dedication to protecting the customer from potential harm. We are delighted to welcome a customer of this calibre into our family!” “Betsson takes Anti-Money Laundering and Responsible Gaming very seriously and we are committed to providing the safest and most effi cient platform and experience for our players,” said Betsson Group’s Managing Director for North America, Marina Bogard. “We are delighted to be working with Neccton’s state-of-the-art innovative solutions to be able to provide our players added confi dence in betting and game play.”
Gaming Realms extends deal with Inspired
Gaming Realms has extended a licensing partnership with Inspired Entertainment, Inc. The new deal will enable Gaming Realms to develop a third Slingo title and is an extension of an existing partnership that has produced hit games such as Slingo Centurion and Slingo Reel King.
As a result of the
success of these titles, the licensing agreement has been extended by three more years and will see Gaming Realms develop a Slingo variant of Inspired’s Gold Cash Freespins, a title that is among the highest-performing slots in numerous global markets.
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Pariplay will launch content with major US-facing operator DraftKings in New Jersey, as it continues to make its mark in the burgeoning North American markets. Tsachi Maimon, president of NeoGames, said: “DraftKings is a brand that needs no introduction, with its massive presence across North America and global stature. Launching our content with them in New Jersey is a huge statement of intent for us regarding our plans for North America, and we very much look forward to developing this relationship.” Wizard Games’, NeoGames’ in-house casino games studio, content will be available to DraftKings customers in the Garden State, including the hugely popular Spirit of Mustang and other successful localized titles for the US market. DraftKings also has access to a large selection of top performing third-party games, including content exclusively available through Pariplay.
Initially launching in New Jersey, Pariplay expects to also take its content live with DraftKings in Michigan and West Virginia, with a longer-term view to bring its portfolio to additional jurisdictions, pending agreement, licensure and regulatory approval.
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