This week in the iGaming industry has been packed with significant developments across various sectors.
In Russia, the Investigative Committee conducted searches and interrogations at payment services Payment Centr, Gate Express, and Payselection. This move raises concerns about regulatory scrutiny in the online gambling sector.
Streamer Dmitry Treputin, known as LORD, announced the launch of his own provider, Nobles Gaming, aiming to make a mark in the competitive gaming landscape.
Soft2Bet has expanded its MEGA Suite with a new gamification module called MEGA Islands, enhancing user engagement through innovative features.
In Nigeria, over 400 dancers set a Guinness World Record for mass dancing in the Afrobeat style at an event organized by operator 1win, showcasing the cultural integration of gaming and entertainment.
In Russia, the Kirov Regional Office of the Federal Antimonopoly Service initiated a case against the Telegram channel Topor for advertising poker tournaments hosted by 1win.
Kazakhstan's bookmaker 1xBet has suspended its operations for one month as of March 27, raising questions about its future in the market.
Turkish authorities detained 30 suspects linked to iGaming operators Golbet and Hasbet, highlighting ongoing legal challenges in the region.
In the realm of cryptocurrency casinos, leaders and laggards in deposit volumes were identified for the period of March 23-30, 2026, indicating shifts in player preferences.
The SEO team at IndexEmpire shared updates on a scam case involving the affiliate program AffGems, which includes brands like Rolldorado and HappyJokers.
In Russia, Casino Sochi in the Krasnaya Polyana gaming zone hosted the world's first dumpling poker tournament, blending culinary arts with gaming.
Studio 155.io released Snow Run, a new game in the CCTV Game series, based on real-time video feeds from ski resorts worldwide.
In Cyprus, an unknown motorcyclist shot multiple times at the window of PUNIN WINE store on the morning of March 31, raising security concerns.
Russian bookmaker Liga Stavok launched the Liga Market prediction exchange, expanding its offerings in the betting landscape.
In Serbia, seven national associations from the Balkan gambling industry signed a memorandum of cooperation and initiated the creation of the Balkan Gambling Federation (BGF).
AffGems issued an official comment regarding the non-payment of €30,000 to the SEO team at IndexEmpire, shedding light on ongoing disputes in the affiliate sector.
SOFTSWISS is set to present software for launching prediction markets, while Alexander Kamenetsky, Head of Operations at SOFTSWISS Sportsbook, discussed the new Prediction Markets software.
GR8 Tech has signed football coach José Mourinho as the ambassador for Champions Club, marking a significant partnership in sports and gaming.
Tracker developer Keitaro, under Apliteni, has cut 30% of its staff and warned of potential layoffs for 80% of employees amid a reorganization effort.
Finally, an interview with Dmitry LORD Treputin, co-founder of HighRollers Club, took place at AIBC (SiGMA) Eurasia, providing insights into the future of the gaming industry.