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Global bettors demand payment choice, speed, and security in play
Paysafe’s annual ‘All the Ways Players Pay’ report reveals insights from 4,300 online sports bettors across Europe, North America, and LATAM
A positive payment experience makes 82% of global online sports-bettors stay to continue wagering with sportsbooks, according to new research released today by leading payments platform Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE). Beyond player retention, the latest ‘All the Ways Players Pay’ annual report underscores the critical role payments play in customer acquisition and the importance of sportsbooks offering localized cashiers with alternative payment methods (APMs) to ensure payment choice plus fast and secure transactions.
The 2025 edition of the report, which includes Latin America for the first time, reveals players in the region share North American and European bettors’ priorities when choosing a sportsbook. Globally, quick and easy payouts are the top factor in sportsbook selection, with 34% of bettors prioritizing payout speed over brand trust (33%), promotions, and odds (both 24%), user experience (18%), and sports market variety (17%). Cashing-out quickly is particularly important to bettors in Romania (prioritized by 42%), the U.S. (41%), and Argentina (37%).
Beyond payouts, global players consider other payment factors more important than everything else except brand trust. Bettors seek rapid deposits (25%) and the availability of their preferred payment methods (also 25%) when choosing a sportsbook.
Players’ desire for diverse payment preferences demonstrates the importance of operators maximizing payment options. In the regions surveyed, debit cards remain the top payment choice (42%), trending even higher in Mexico (63%) and Peru (56%) as well as in jurisdictions that ban iGaming credit card transactions like the U.S. state of Tennessee (51%) and the U.K. (48%).
Despite restrictions, credit cards are preferred by 24% of players globally and remain the top payment method in France (39%). But APMs like digital wallets are challenging cards’ popularity. Digital wallets are a top choice for 38% of global players and are even more popular in Argentina (52%) and densely populated U.S. states like New York (48%) and Florida (46%).
Interest in local payment methods (LPMs) available only in specific regions is robust in the U.S. (16%), where Venmo is popular, but trends highest in Colombia (29%) and Ecuador (24%).
Against the backdrop of a resilient cash culture, LATAM players favor eCash for iGaming, with 30% of Colombians and 25% of both Peruvians and Ecuadoreans considering it a preference, though cash’s popularity also stands strong in Spain and the U.K. (both 22%).
In addition to localizing their cashiers, operators need to focus on transactional speed. With players demanding rapid payouts, 42% of global players expect to cash-out instantly. And 34% consider fast deposits critical to their payment experience, trending highest in Colombia (45%) and Ecuador (43%).
Transaction security is even more important, with 41% of global bettors prioritizing this in their payment experience. Players in Argentina (51%), Peru (48%), and Colombia (46%), as well as Romania (44%) and Italy (43%) appear particularly sensitive to security concerns.
Players’ confidence in the security of their transactions continues to improve, with 66% more confident than a year ago, though there’s no room for operator complacency, with 8% less confident and 26% on the fence. These doubters almost certainly impact operators’ revenue, with 32% of players who’ve not wagered in 6+ months saying fraud concerns were their major blocker.
Looking ahead, players reveal a strong appetite for real-time payments, with 73% expecting this to become the norm at sportsbooks within two years. Over the same period, adoption of APMs like digital wallets and eCash will likely grow, with 60% expecting to wager more with one. Bettors in Colombia (85%) and Peru (81%) are particularly bullish on upping the ante with APMs.
“Our latest ‘All the Ways Players Pay’ research report surveys online sports bettors’ transactional preferences across an unprecedented range of regulated markets in the Americas and Europe,” said Zak Cutler, President of Global Gaming at Paysafe. “Payments are crucial for player acquisition and retention in every single market, but there can be no one-size-fits-all approach. Operators will only maximize conversions and minimize churn if they localize their cashiers and respond to player demand for an exhaustive range of payment options that balance transactional speed with security.”
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The iGaming affiliate space just gained a major player. DepToWin, known for its growing network of high-performing online casino brands, has officially launched DepToWin Partners — a next-gen affiliate platform built for performance-driven partners looking for long-term growth, flexible commission models, and hands-on support that goes beyond the usual.
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FBMDS is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest slot game of Asian inspiration – “Panda Treasure – Sublime Series”. This is the inaugural title in its ambitious plan to reinvent its slots portfolio with new, rewarding online casino game releases throughout the year, that speak to different players’ profiles and competitive operator’s demands.
The release of a new slot game aligns with FBMDS’s 2025 narrative, focusing on market expansion, innovation, and leadership in key iGaming segments.
Since the company is deeply committed to delivering high-quality, innovative, and compliant experiences both to operators and players worldwide, Panda Treasure demonstrates the brand’s goals in setting new standards in the universe of online casino gaming.
Panda Treasure: the Slot Game mechanics
FBMDS new slot Panda Treasure is a 3×3 spins game featuring 5 paylines, combining simplicity with an immersive gaming experience. The game boasts visually stunning and Asian-inspired graphics, smooth animations, and gameplay mechanics optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Players will embark on a fascinating adventure through the heart of Asia, guided by the Red Panda Bao, the guardian of luck. Unique symbols celebrating the richness of Asian culture are key to unlocking great rewards, including:
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- Fan: Representing Asian elegance and tradition.
- Dumplings: A delicacy symbolizing prosperity.
- Asian Lanterns: Symbols of celebration and light, illuminating the path.
- Golden Coins: Indicating the route to wealth.
- Dragon: The mythical creature guarding the most valuable treasures.
A win-win bet for online casino enthusiasts
The game offers a maximum potential prize of 2,500x the bet, available exclusively during the Spin Bonus mode. In the Spin Bonus mode, which can be triggered randomly on any spin.
When this happens, a random paying symbol is selected, and the reels spin to display only that symbol and, if available, WILD symbols. The WILD symbol substitutes for any symbol to form combinations and can appear on all reels. In the Main Game, if the WILD symbol fills the entire game screen, the payout will be 250x the bet.
The player receives 3 spins to try to add new symbols of the selected type or WILD symbols to the game area. Whenever new selected symbols or WILDs appear, they remain fixed on the screen.
The Spin Bonus ends when the player uses all 3 spins. At the end, all obtained combinations are multiplied by a random multiplier, which can be x5, x10, x15, x20, or x25.
Panda Treasure – Sublime Series embodies FBMDS’s dedication to providing engaging and culturally rich gaming experiences. As the casino gaming company continues to expand its slots portfolio and beyond, players can anticipate more innovative and immersive titles in the coming months.
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Vixio, a leading provider of regulatory intelligence solutions, is proud to announce its Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Outlook, which found that regulators are cracking down on money laundering weaknesses with severe consequences, totaling over €36m in fines from March 2024 to March 2025 in Europe alone.
Vixio’s AML Outlook examines the challenges of complying with AML requirements in jurisdictions around the world, outlines regulators’ efforts to thwart criminal activity, and considers how payments and gambling firms can prevent being caught up in money laundering scandals.
The report found that in the last year, in the European area alone, there have been around 30 enforcement actions from regulators fining payments and e-money firms for falling short in their adherence to AML/CTF rules.
Financial institutions found to have money laundering weaknesses face profound consequences, with prosecutors and regulators alike generally unwilling to be empathetic on this matter. For example:
- In March 2025, Germany’s regulator, BaFin, fined Ratepay €25,000 over suspected money laundering.
- In February 2025, Estonia’s Money Laundering Data Bureau revoked B2BX Digital Exchange OÜ’s licence for failing to implement proper customer due diligence, transaction monitoring and risk assessments.
- The Bank of Lithuania, meanwhile, revoked Foxpay’s licence in November 2024 for systemic AML/CTF and governance failures, including fund mismanagement and conflicts of interest.
John Gidla, Head of Payments Compliance, Vixio, explains, “Although AML compliance involves significant costs for payments firms – including investment in transaction monitoring systems, customer due diligence (CDD) processes and ongoing staff training – the consequences of failure can be significant. In addition to financial penalties, failing to prevent money laundering can severely damage a firm’s reputation, leading to loss of customers, partners and investor confidence. Maintaining a strong compliance framework is crucial for preserving trust and long-term business viability.”
Until now, the EU’s AML enforcement has been more fragmented, but the EU’s new Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA) could be a significant step towards addressing AML enforcement and closing gaps that criminals have been exploiting for years.
Regulatory scrutiny means that firms need to implement know your customer (KYC) procedures, monitor transactions on their systems for suspicious activity and report concerns through suspicious activity reports (SARs) to the relevant authorities.
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