A recap of ICE and LAC

> [View this newsletter as a webpage]( [GPWA TIMES]( In this issue: [Work-life balance?](#QOW) | [U.S.-U.K. language dilemma](#Forums) | [Featured Affiliate Program: Mr Green](#FAP) [Announcements] [Rest in Peace Gary Beal]( We learned today that Gary Beal, who went by GaryTheScubaGuy in the forums, has passed away. Gary was always someone who would try to help others. He made many contributions in the GPWA forums, especially in the SEO section that he moderated. He also wrote a half dozen SEO articles for the GPWA Times Magazine. He will be missed. [Industry News] [APCW Perspectives: Reporting from LAC]( In a special edition of APCW Perspectives, J. Todd reports from the London Affiliate Conference and has news regarding GVC Holdings, European poker liquidity and Canadian casinos, before providing a whirlwind and entertaining tour of the conference floor. [ICE London on course for seventh year of growth]( With 589 exhibitors from 65 countries and pre-registration up 4%, ICE Totally Gaming experienced its seventh consecutive year of growth. [ICE Africa launches in London]( The inaugural event points to the continent's emerging iGaming market and opportunities for growth. [SiGMA raises record funds with BiG Sports Dinner]( The dinner at SiGMA on 22 November raised over 26,000 EUR for charities such as the Malta Community Chest Fund. [Intertops hosts a $1,000 Betsoft slot tournament]( This weekend, players who obtain the most points while playing one of four Betsoft slots will win a share of $1,000. [LeoVegas acquires German market licenses]( In addition to entering into an agreement to acquire Maltese company World of Sportsbetting Ltd, LeoVegas has welcomed football icon Lothar Matthaus as a brand ambassador. [Easy Payment Gateway signs deal with SG Digital]( The online payment specialist has been selected as a payment provider for SG Digital's platform. [UK operators must stop unfair promotions, says CMA]( Following an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority, the U.K. Gambling Commission will work to ensure that online operators improve conditions for players. [Blueprint Gaming supplies content to Denmark, Romania]( After securing gaming certification, the company's portfolio of games will become available to players in the regions for the first time. [Betsoft announces deal with Snaitech]( Snaitech will gain access to Betsoft's collection of games via the GAN platform. [Yggdrasil to enter Spanish market with GVC]( Later this year, GVC will become the first operator in Spain to offer Yggdrasil titles. [UltraPlay reports success at ICE 2018]( The company showcased its expanded esports feed, ODDS.gg, and its esports betting cryptocurrency, eGold. [Upcoming Conferences] [The European Summit]( March 2018 [The European Summit]( The European Summit brings together professionals from the online entertainment industry, e-commerce, financials, gaming, gambling, dating, forex and many others for an intensive three-day networking event. [Affiliate Grand Slam Hong Kong]( May 2018 [Affiliate Grand Slam Hong Kong]( The organizers behind SiGMA are packing up and heading to bustling Hong Kong, with 150 quality affiliates and six operators on an all-inclusive retreat. [Amsterdam Affiliate Conference]( July 2018 [Amsterdam Affiliate Conference]( The Amsterdam Affiliate Conference is part of the new iGB Live show and is expected to be a huge success with over 3,200 delegates in attendance, of which 1,800 will be affiliates. [Did You Know?] Online casino revenues in Italy saw a year-over-year increase of 27.5% in January, according to figures compiled by news agency Agimeg. 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Besides voting in the poll, be sure to share your additional thoughts on this topic as well.  [View poll]( Last week's poll results: Do you operate more or fewer sites now than you did a year ago? [View poll]( [Buzzy's World] [The Buzz]Buzzy has been hard at work this week chasing down the latest industry rumors and gossip. Here's a quick look at Buzzy's top finds: [New Message][Report: Online gambling wagers will reach $1 trillion globally in 2022]( [New Message][Hopes for online poker legislation in California in 2018 are already "dead"]( [New Message][UKGC CEO slams ICE Totally Gaming for using scantily clad promo girls]( [New Message][Ladbrokes Coral could lose 1,600 jobs after Foxy Bingo takeover]( [] [From The Forums] FEATURED PUBLIC FORUM THREAD [New Message][American versus British English]( Slawete writes: How do you handle the U.S.-U.K. language dilemma? When your targeted audience is worldwide, you're not from the U.S. or the U.K. and English isn't your native language, how do you determine the right spellings for your site? Let's say I like "sport" more than "sports" but also "program" more than "programme." How do you handle this? [read more]( --------------------------------------------------------------- OTHER PUBLIC THREADS [New Message][Creating video content]( [New Message][Feedback on a lottery project]( [New Message][African traffic]( [New Message][LTC? DSI?]( --------------------------------------------------------------- PRIVATE FORUM TOPICS (Not a Private Member? [Upgrade Now!]( [New Message][Bitcoin writers out there?]( [] [Featured Affiliate Program] [Mr Green]( Green]( Mr Green Affiliate Program is the program for prolific online casino brand Mr Green. Affiliates can earn up to 45% revenue share with lifelong commissions, no hidden fees and no negative carryover. 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