Editor’s Note
This article discusses a significant development in the ongoing legal dispute between Evolution and Playtech in New Jersey, where new sworn testimony has emerged that could challenge a core defense.
The long-running legal dispute between Evolution and Playtech has taken a new and unexpected turn in New Jersey, as recently filed sworn testimony risks undermining the Swedish supplier’s central defense.
On December 1, the investigation firm Black Cube presented new technical evidence which, if accepted, could change how regulators and courts evaluate the case. Black Cube seeks to draw attention to Evolution.
The new filing centers on an affidavit from Black Cube’s director, Dr. Avi Yanus, who claims that Evolution’s live casino content has been accessible in several restricted markets through 2025. The document mentions access from countries including Iran, France, Russia, Singapore, Italy, Spain, and the UK, sometimes without VPN or location-masking tools.
These findings remain uncontested by Evolution, a point that directly challenges the company’s public stance that the claims are baseless or misleading.
The new evidence could redefine Playtech’s role in the matter. Evolution has repeatedly accused its rival of orchestrating a smear campaign, while Playtech says it acted on credible warning signs of regulatory violations. Playtech has sought to frame its use of Black Cube not as corporate sabotage, but as a response to regulatory breaches, potential sanctions, and compliance risk.
The allegations could have serious consequences. Court documents have so far painted a murky picture, with filings indicating Playtech paid Black Cube more than £1.8 million ($2.4 million) between 2021 and 2024 for a confidential project focused on Evolution. Witnesses claimed investigators, posing as investors or business partners, contacted current and former Evolution employees and secretly recorded conversations. Portions of these recordings were later edited and included in regulatory documents.
Evolution has consistently denied all allegations, dismissing the report as false, defamatory, and commercially motivated. The firm claims the material is intended to tarnish its image and distort competitive dynamics rather than expose genuine regulatory flaws.
Despite Evolution’s claims, the latest filing represents a tangible threat, potentially drawing fresh scrutiny from gambling authorities in several European jurisdictions. The affidavit could also impact the company’s anti-money laundering enforcement and sanctions compliance, areas that attract the attention of global financial regulators.