Spain's online gambling market enjoyed a strong first quarter, with February in particular a standout, driven by the strong performance of the sports betting vertical.
Spanish online gambling regulator Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ) has published its strategy for the period from 2019 to 2022, setting out plans to ensure the industry operates in a socially responsible manner and has a positive effect on society.
Improved performances from both the sports betting and casino verticals helped push Spanish online gaming revenue up 20.1% year-on-year in the first quarter.
Bet365 has confirmed that it is to increase its operational presence in Malta and relocate certain functionality to the country due to ongoing concerns as to how the UK’s exit from the European Union will impact its business in Gibraltar.