World News.Week 5

📱 Meta launches ads on Threads

On January 21, Meta announced a global rollout of advertising on Threads: static ads, video, carousels, dynamic ads from product catalogs, and app ads. Reach — 400 million users. Read more

🎮 Epic bans loot wheels in Fortnite

Starting January 20, map creators can no longer monetize loot wheels (e.g. Steal the Brainrot for 100 V-Bucks). The goal is to protect minors from gambling-like mechanics. Read more

🥩 Stake becomes exclusive partner of X Games League

Stake has partnered with XGL: live odds on Kick from Aspen (January 23−25). The partnership includes the Athlete Fund and Alt Sports Data. Read more

🔄🔍 Google tightens iGaming advertising rules in EMEA

From March 23 — stricter compliance checks and bans for violations. Subdomains and free hosting are prohibited. Read more

⚡️ BGaming x PokerStars

Full game portfolio (including Merge Up and Gemhalla+) for Flutter. Strengthening presence in casual and high-volatility segments. Read more