Daw Global Weekly Company Brief: Week Commencing: 18th May 2026

Crypto Processing Payment Flows In iGaming - Insights by Martin Van Lessen – Strategic Partner

Crypto payment processing has become a fundamental component of iGaming operations, particularly for operators working across offshore licensing frameworks and international markets where local payment infrastructure is limited or inconsistent. Operators increasingly rely on regulated crypto payment providers to manage the movement of digital assets from players through to settlement, converting funds at each stage of the flow while maintaining the compliance standards expected by regulators and counterparties.

The typical operational model involves players depositing in cryptocurrency, which is converted into fiat through a regulated intermediary before being settled into the operator's fiat banking environment. This process must align with the operator's licensing obligations, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) controls and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements, ensuring that the source of funds is properly documented and that transaction trails remain clear and auditable throughout.

For iGaming operators working with crypto payment providers, the settlement infrastructure behind the conversion process is as important as the conversion itself. Funds must arrive at named accounts held in the operator's legal name, with clear references that allow finance teams to reconcile activity efficiently. Multi-currency banking infrastructure that supports both the receipt of fiat converted from crypto and the onward distribution of operational and affiliate payments is essential to maintaining a functional and compliant treasury environment as transaction volumes increase.

RSA FSCA FSP - Insights by Richard Picton-Turbervill – Co-Founder & Director

The RSA’s FSCA has established itself as one of the more recognised regulatory frameworks for broker-dealers operating in international and emerging markets. The FSCA issues FSP licences that permit regulated entities to offer financial products including foreign exchange (forex), contracts for difference (CFDs) and other derivatives to both domestic and international clients.

Several factors contribute to the FSCA's growing appeal among international broker-dealers. RSA operates within an established legal and financial infrastructure, supported by a sophisticated banking system and a regulatory environment that carries credibility with institutional counterparties and liquidity providers. The jurisdiction also provides access to the African continent's expanding retail and institutional trading market, which continues to attract significant interest from broker-dealers seeking exposure to high-growth economies.

The cost and administrative efficiency of obtaining an FSCA licence, relative to more restrictive European regulatory regimes, makes it commercially attractive for firms in the earlier stages of international expansion. At the same time, the licence carries sufficient regulatory weight to support banking relationships, payment processing arrangements and partnerships with financial and technology providers. For broker-dealers seeking credible regulation and access to markets, the FSCA presents a compelling and increasingly recognised option that is gaining traction with international operators.

AffPapa Conference Madrid 2026 (18–20 May) - Insights by Paul Hill – Sales Director & iGaming Specialist

The AffPapa Conference returns this week for its largest edition to date. Taking place from 18–20 May at the Novotel Madrid Center, Madrid, the event is expected to welcome more than 1,500 attendees from across the global iGaming affiliate landscape, with the attendance profile distributed across affiliates and operators. The conference has established itself as one of the most focused affiliate-led events on the iGaming calendar, structured specifically to facilitate connections between the parties that drive and support online gambling traffic at an international level.

The conference includes panel discussions covering current trends in affiliate marketing and iGaming, alongside networking sessions examining how automation can be applied within operator and affiliate workflows. The event concludes on 20 May with the fifth annual AffPapa iGaming Awards ceremony at the Real Casino de Madrid, recognising consistent performance across the industry.

For businesses working within the iGaming affiliate space, Madrid represents a significant opportunity to engage with the affiliate community in a concentrated setting. Affiliate marketing remains one of the most commercially important acquisition channels in iGaming, and the financial infrastructure supporting commission payments and settlement flows directly affects how effectively these networks can grow across global markets.