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April 25, 2025
Prediction Markets Skeptical of Third Trump Term Despite 2028 Merch
US President Donald Trump may be serious about trying to run for office for a third time, after all. While prediction markets remain skeptical that he will be allowed to do so, this didn’t stop The Trump Organization from launching official Trump 2028 merchandise. Trump Apparel Suggests President Is Eyeing Third Term The Trump administration […]
Industry
April 25, 2025
Norway Reports Decline in Foreign Operator Market Share
Norway’s Lottery Authority has published its latest gambling market review, pointing to a sharp withdrawal by unlicensed international gambling operators from the Norwegian marketplace and highlighting fresh concerns over risky gaming behavior among younger players. Meanwhile, the nation continues its ongoing efforts to democratize its gambling market and follow the example of other leading European […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Hackers Attack Catawba Nation’s Two Kings Casino
Cybercriminals have attacked the Catawba Nation’s Two Kings Casino, with the hackers threatening to release the facility’s blueprints unless a ransom is paid. Catawba Nation Casino Under Attack The hackers, who say they come from the Anubis group, have said that they will make public sensitive security details, including the locations of chip vaults and the […]
Industry
April 25, 2025
Sri Lanka Takes Decisive Step Toward Gambling Regulation
Sri Lanka is pushing for a landmark policy shift as the Cabinet of Ministers approved a draft bill to establish the country’s first comprehensive gambling regulatory framework. Lawmakers hope the new authority will help curb the proliferation of black market operators, usher in enhanced consumer protections, and ensure the nation receives adequate financial contributions from […]
Business
April 25, 2025
Bloomberry to Double Down on iGaming in the Wake of Mixed 2024
Bloomberry Resorts, a Philippine casino operator, has unveiled plans for iGaming growth via a new digital platform. Outlined in the company’s annual report and confirmed during the recent shareholders’ meeting, these plans will see the company capitalize on the rapid growth of online casino gaming in the country. Bloomberry Focuses on Online Casino Gaming […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Pennsylvania Bans 4 Parents from Gambling For Leaving Kids Unattended
Currently, Pennsylvania blocks 1379 people from gambling within the state, and among the most recently blocked individuals are four parents who left their children unattended while gambling. Pennsylvania Bans Several Parents The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board took action to place 17 individuals on its various Involuntary Exclusion Lists. From these, the four parents who left […]
Legal
April 25, 2025
Nevada Revokes the License of Trainer Who Drugged Horse
A trainer in Nevada had his license revoked for five years after regulators understood that he had been drugging his horse for years. Torres Gave Cocaine to His Horse The Nevada regulators understood that Alvaro Torres, a professional horse trainer whose horses have participated in a variety of high-profile races, had used drugs to make […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Gary Green Gaming Buys Lithium Boomtown Casino in Nevada
Popular singer and entrepreneur Gary Green has acquired the Say When casino in McDermitt, Nevada, betting that it would be the next boomtown thanks to its nearby lithium mine. Gary Green Gaming Buys Historic Casino Say When, a historic casino, is located next to Thacker Pass and the lithium mine in Humboldt County, believed to […]
Legal
April 25, 2025
Skill Gaming Proponents Rejoice as Virginia Judge Sides with Them
A judge in Virginia has dismissed a lawsuit against a business owner who offered several Queen of Virginia (QVS2) skill machines. Opponents of the vertical were unhappy but small business owners rejoiced. A Victory of Small Businesses The lawsuit alleged that David Bogese, who owns the Breez-In Mart, had violated Virginia law by offering several […]
Business
April 25, 2025
Bloomberry to Double Down on iGaming in the Wake of Mixed 2024
Bloomberry Resorts, a Philippine casino operator, has unveiled plans for iGaming growth via a new digital platform. Outlined in the company’s annual report and confirmed during the recent shareholders’ meeting, these plans will see the company capitalize on the rapid growth of online casino gaming in the country. Bloomberry Focuses on Online Casino Gaming […]
Business
April 23, 2025
RHCO Secures Controlling Stake in Nigeria’s Morrich Lottery
Readen Holding Corporation (RHCO) a venture capital firm specializing in financial technology, digital payments, and online commerce, announced that it has signed a definitive deal to buy an 80% controlling stake in Morrich Lottery Limited, a licensed lottery operator in Nigeria. This is notably the former company’s inaugural foray into African gaming. RHCO Is Pursuing […]
Business
April 22, 2025
DAZN Enhances App with the Addition of Live Scores
DAZN, a British over-the-top sports streaming and entertainment platform, has forayed into live scoring with the launch of a new live scores solution. The new addition to DAZN’s portfolio will reportedly feature live scores from over a thousand soccer competitions. DAZN Launches Scores DAZN announced the launch of Scores, its new live scores solution, which […]
Business
April 23, 2025
Holland Casino in Peril Amid Increasing Gaming Taxes
Holland Casino, the Netherlands’ state-owned casino operator, has once again opposed the country’s plans to raise the gambling tax. Dutch lawmakers set out to gradually increase the gambling tax, despite the operator’s numerous warnings. Holland Casino Is Unhappy with the Rising Tax For context, the Netherlands decided to incrementally increase its gambling from 30.5% to […]
Business
April 18, 2025
DraftKings Withdraws Application to Enter Prediction Market Space
In a surprise twist in the shifting prediction markets landscape, DraftKings Inc. has withdrawn its application to become a member of the National Futures Association (NFA), halting, or at least delaying, the company’s planned entry into the rapidly growing sports-based event contract space. This move comes just days before the highly anticipated Commodity Futures Trading […]
Business
April 23, 2025
Sportradar Announces Second Share Offering for 23 Million Shares
Sportradar Group AG, a global leader in sports technology currently valued at $6.9 billion, has revealed plans for a secondary public offering of 23 million Class A ordinary shares. Sportradar Announces Secondary Offering and $75M Share Repurchase The shares are being offered by affiliates of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, Technology Crossover Ventures, and […]
Business
April 18, 2025
NOVOMATIC Pens Asia-Focused Distribution Deal with Harvest Gaming
NOVOMATIC, one of the largest gaming technology companies in the world, has announced a new tie-up with Harvest Gaming. This partnership was hailed as an important step for the former company’s growth in Asia. Harvest Gaming Is a Perfect Fit for NOVOMATIC According to the announcement, NOVOMATIC penned a major distribution partnership with Harvest Gaming. […]
Business
April 22, 2025
Playtech and ProgressPlay Join Forces to Change Online Bingo in the UK
The partnership between Playtech and ProgressPlay will bring a lot more content for players and a customizable bingo platform for operators. Playtech and ProgressPlay Announce Deal Playtech will become the main bingo provider for ProgressPlay. This partnership represents a major milestone, as ProgressPlay becomes the first white-label network to debut Playtech’s advanced bingo platform, which […]
Business
April 18, 2025
Hacksaw Gaming Rumored to Be Considering IPO
Hacksaw Gaming, a leading developer of online casino content, is said to be considering going public. Although not much is known yet, sources insisted that the company is in talks with several experienced financial firms. Hacksaw Gaming Considers Going Public According to a report by Bloomberg, Hacksaw Gaming is eyeing an initial public offering (IPO) […]
Legal
April 25, 2025
Nevada Revokes the License of Trainer Who Drugged Horse
A trainer in Nevada had his license revoked for five years after regulators understood that he had been drugging his horse for years. Torres Gave Cocaine to His Horse The Nevada regulators understood that Alvaro Torres, a professional horse trainer whose horses have participated in a variety of high-profile races, had used drugs to make […]
Legal
April 25, 2025
Skill Gaming Proponents Rejoice as Virginia Judge Sides with Them
A judge in Virginia has dismissed a lawsuit against a business owner who offered several Queen of Virginia (QVS2) skill machines. Opponents of the vertical were unhappy but small business owners rejoiced. A Victory of Small Businesses The lawsuit alleged that David Bogese, who owns the Breez-In Mart, had violated Virginia law by offering several […]
Legal
April 23, 2025
Sweepstakes Company Blazesoft Hit with Class Action Lawsuit in New York
Blazesoft Ltd., the Canadian company behind several successful online sweepstakes casinos, now faces substantial legal scrutiny. A class action lawsuit filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York alleges that the company and its affiliated brands have been running unlawful gambling under the guise of sweepstakes entertainment. The Platforms Allegedly […]
Legal
April 24, 2025
Evolution Accuses Black Cube of Shifting Focus Away from Its Client
Black Cube has reiterated its claims against Evolution, saying that it will present more evidence, if needed. Evolution, however, believes that this claim is just an attempt to shift attention from the identity of the mysterious report commissioner. The Legal Battle Has Been Running for Years In 2021, an anonymous company compiled a damning report, […]
Legal
April 23, 2025
Anthony Hutchison Convicted for Running $6M Fraud to Pay off Gambling Debts
A former NFL pro has been convicted after allegedly organizing a multi-million fraud scheme. To make matters worse, he is said to have also engaged in bribery. Hutchinson Defrauded the HISD out of $6M Anthony Hutchison, a former running back for the Chicago Bears and Buffalo Bills, has been accused of defrauding the Houston Independent […]
Legal
April 24, 2025
Lawsuit Challenges Florida’s Sports Betting Compact
A new lawsuit in Florida has challenged the constitutionality of the state’s online sports betting sector. Filed in Tallahassee, the suit complains that the authorization of sports betting off tribal lands without voter approval violates Florida Amendment 3. Another Lawsuit Has Challenged the Controversial Compact According to gaming lawyer Daniel Wallach, the lawsuit was filed […]
Legal
April 22, 2025
Author of Damaging Evolution Report Revealed to Be Black Cube
Shortly after the New Jersey Supreme Court denied the motion to block Evolution’s request to reveal who its mysterious accuser was, the law firm Calcagni & Kanefsky (CK) revealed that the company in question was Black Cube, an Israeli intelligence specialist. The Report Damaged Evolution In 2021, an anonymous company compiled a highly damaging report […]
Legal
April 24, 2025
DraftKings Faces Class Action Over Misleading Gambling Promotions
DraftKings finds itself in hot water again as Pennsylvania residents launch a federal class action lawsuit against the online gambling giant. The suit claims the company uses predatory strategies that push people to gamble and deceive users with promotions labeled as “risk-free.” DraftKings Sued for Allegedly Exploiting At-Risk Gamblers With Misleading Promotions A lawsuit was […]
Legal
April 22, 2025
Lawsuit Accuses NFL Legend Shannon Sharpe of Rape
Shannon Sharpe, an American former professional football player, is in trouble after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman. According to a lawsuit filed in Las Vegas this weekend, Sharpe forced the victim, whom he was in a relationship with, into intercourse, despite her refusal. Sharpe Accused of Rape Sharpe, who was inducted into the Pro Football […]
Sports
April 25, 2025
Bologna vs. AC Milan 2025 Coppa Italia Odds, Time, and Prediction
Bologna is in the Coppa Italia Final for the first time in over 50 years. It was in 1974 when we saw the Red and Blues win the trophy after beating Palermo on penalties. Can they win it again? Not if you’re asking AC Milan players, for whom this is the only chance to win […]
Sports
April 25, 2025
Next Pope Odds, Time, and Prediction
Next Pope odds are out, with cardinals Pietro Parolin and Luis Tagle being the two most serious candidates, priced at +215 and +225, respectively. In addition to those two, there are literally dozens of other cardinals who could land this job, but their odds aren’t as short as the odds for the two aforementioned candidates […]
Sports
April 23, 2025
Yana Santos vs. Miesha Tate UFC Des Moines Odds, Time, and Prediction
Yana Santos vs. Miesha Tate is one of the hottest WMMA matchups in 2025. Sure, one may argue that they’re both past their prime, but the fact is that these two ladies go crazy when they get inside the Octagon. That said, our prediction for this UFC Des Moines prelim is that it’s going to […]
Sports
April 24, 2025
Bulgarian Parliament Leader Kiselova Says Why She Wore a Gambling T-Shirt
The Bulgarian Parliament leader, Nataliya Kiselova, recently attended a soccer match and wore a shirt featuring the name of a sports betting company, a move many saw as controversial. However, the Parliament leader later explained her action as a deliberate provocation to spark discussion regarding gambling addiction in the country. Kiselova Was Criticized Kiselova attended […]
Sports
April 23, 2025
Inter Miami vs. FC Dallas 2025 MLS Odds, Time, and Prediction
Inter Miami is the only undefeated team in the 2025 MLS and based on the betting odds, it’s going to stay that way for at least one more game week. The Herons are favored to beat FC Dallas on April 27, and in this preview, we’re going to explain why that is the case. Inter […]
Sports
April 24, 2025
Liverpool vs. Tottenham 2025 Premier League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Our Liverpool vs. Tottenham prediction is that the Reds will win. We know this, but so do bookmakers who are giving -385 odds on Arne Slot’s men. This is why we’ve decided to come up with another – more lucrative – betting pick for the April 27 games. To find out what we’re talking about, […]
Sports
April 22, 2025
Lewis Hamilton’s Brother Reveals Gambling Addiction Struggles
Despite coming from a legendary racing family, Nicolas Hamilton also had to deal with the effects of gambling addiction. The Younger Hamilton Talks About His Gambling Addiction Nicolas, the 33-year-old brother of seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton, admits that at his lowest point, gambling had left him nearly penniless. After seeking support from the […]
Sports
April 24, 2025
2025 Kentucky Derby Odds, Time, and Prediction
Our 2025 Kentucky Derby prediction is that the May 3 event is really going to be the “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.” Horse racing odds confirm this – there’s no clear favorite, with the two top favorites being priced at +300 (Journalism) and +700 (Sovereignty) having odds of +1000 or longer. 2025 Kentucky […]
Sports
April 22, 2025
Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo UFC Des Moines Odds, Time, and Prediction
In this post, we’re going to preview the main event of UFC Des Moines and share our top Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo prediction. We can tell you straight away – we expect this to be a real banger as both are championship-level athletes. Still, judging by the UFC Des Moines odds, The Sandman is […]
Industry
April 25, 2025
Prediction Markets Skeptical of Third Trump Term Despite 2028 Merch
US President Donald Trump may be serious about trying to run for office for a third time, after all. While prediction markets remain skeptical that he will be allowed to do so, this didn’t stop The Trump Organization from launching official Trump 2028 merchandise. Trump Apparel Suggests President Is Eyeing Third Term The Trump administration […]
Industry
April 25, 2025
Norway Reports Decline in Foreign Operator Market Share
Norway’s Lottery Authority has published its latest gambling market review, pointing to a sharp withdrawal by unlicensed international gambling operators from the Norwegian marketplace and highlighting fresh concerns over risky gaming behavior among younger players. Meanwhile, the nation continues its ongoing efforts to democratize its gambling market and follow the example of other leading European […]
Industry
April 24, 2025
Horseracing Industry People Board Secures $1M in Funding
The Horseracing Industry People Board (HIPB) in the UK announced that it has secured a total of £759,000 (approximately $1 million) in funding from the Racing Foundation and Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB). The money would help the former group’s workforce-related initiatives for 2025. The Funding Will Support HIPB’s Workforce Strategy According to the announcement, […]
Industry
April 25, 2025
Sri Lanka Takes Decisive Step Toward Gambling Regulation
Sri Lanka is pushing for a landmark policy shift as the Cabinet of Ministers approved a draft bill to establish the country’s first comprehensive gambling regulatory framework. Lawmakers hope the new authority will help curb the proliferation of black market operators, usher in enhanced consumer protections, and ensure the nation receives adequate financial contributions from […]
Industry
April 24, 2025
Bally’s Chicago IPO Faces Legal Challenges
Bally’s Corporation has published an update on its Chicago Casino plans, warning that the planned initial public offering faces certain legal headwinds, which could incur “significant costs.” Many Are Unhappy with the Offering’s Restrictions For context, the development of Bally’s Chicago Casino has long been marred by certain financial concerns. Because of that, the company […]
Industry
April 24, 2025
Macau Pressures Casinos to Step Up Non-Gaming Investment
As Macau’s post-COVID recovery delivers steady, rather than spectacular, financial results, local authorities continue to remind gaming concessionaires of their obligations to support diversification initiatives. Macau Secretary for Economy and Finance Tai Kin Ip has taken charge of these efforts, hoping to hasten the region’s evolution into a leading tourism destination. The Government Is Tightening […]
Industry
April 24, 2025
UK Government Puts Slot Machine Rule Changes on Hold
The UK government has delayed plans to loosen long-running limits on slot machines in adult gaming centers (AGCs) throughout Great Britain. This decision comes as a response to increasing worries about safeguarding at-risk players. The pause has upset industry leaders who had been calling for changes to the rules. No Change to ’80/20′ Slot Rule […]
Industry
April 24, 2025
Nebraska Pulls the Plug on Online Sports Betting Resolution
Nebraska legislators have voted against proceeding with a ballot measure that would have legalized mobile sports betting in the Cornhusker State. On Wednesday, State Sen. Eliot Bostar officially pulled Legislative Resolution 20CA, his proposed constitutional amendment, after it became clear the legislation didn’t have the votes to overcome a filibuster and move on to a […]
Industry
April 23, 2025
Sri Lanka Accepts Draft Bill to Regulate Gambling Sector
On April 21, Sri Lanka’s cabinet gave the green light to a draft bill aimed at creating a dedicated Gambling Regulation Authority, marking a step closer to creating a regulatory framework for the country’s gambling industry. Sri Lanka Is One Step Closer to Creating Governing Body Overseeing the Gambling Industry According to an official statement […]
Slots
April 23, 2025
Dragon Gaming Sends Players on an Exotic Treasure Hunt in Tiki Blox
Dragon Gaming has announced the launch of another cutting-edge slot called Tiki Blox that would send players on a thrilling tropical adventure. Featuring a variety of engagement mechanics, this new game will offer lucky players the chance to find hidden jungle treasures. Tiki Blox Metrics Every Cluster Win Turns into Cascading Riches Dragon Gaming described […]
Slots
April 22, 2025
BGaming Stirs Up the Slot Scene with Sugar Mix Release
BGaming is dipping into the candy jar with its latest release, Sugar Mix, a colorful new slot title that brings a generous helping of charm, color, and rewarding mechanics to the reels. This game follows in the footsteps of other successful BGaming titles like Capymania, reiterating popular mechanics while delivering a novel and delicious adventure. […]
Slots
March 28, 2025
Tame the Beast in Dragon Gaming’s Golden Tiger Fortunes
Dragon Gaming, a provider of cutting-edge casino products, has unveiled yet another exciting gaming title called Golden Tiger Fortunes – Hold and Win. This time, the company will send players on a journey to the Far East, allowing them to return home carrying incredible riches. Golden Tiger Fortunes – Holds and Win Metrics Overview Feel […]
Slots
April 17, 2025
Unleash Magical Powers in Play’n GO’s Moon Princess Origins
Play’n GO has released another cutting-edge slot, this time allowing players to join Japanese magical girls in their fight against evil. Moon Princess Origins is part of the beloved Moon Princess series and features recurring characters longtime Play’n GO fans would love. This time, however, the stakes are higher as new features would allow the […]
Slots
March 27, 2025
Pragmatic Play’s Book of Monsters Features Supersized Symbols
One of the online industry’s quickest-developing mobile and desktop casino game providers, Pragmatic Play, has hit the refresh button with Book of Monsters, a new cluster-paying grid slot. The new release does not follow the standard “Book of” path from the creator of Bow of Artemis, Gates of Olympus, and Wisdom of Athena, where special […]
Slots
April 15, 2025
ICONIC21 Celebrates the Spring Holidays in Easter Bunny Hunt
ICONIC21, a provider of live casino and gaming titles, has unveiled a new festive slot to celebrate the upcoming holidays with. The new title is called Easter Bunny Hunt and, as the title suggests, will send players on a thrilling egg hunt. Easter Bunny Hunt Metrics Experience the Freshness of Spring in ICONIC21’s New Game […]
Slots
March 25, 2025
Dig for Gold in Play’n GO’s Miner Donkey Rider
Leading slots provider responsible for some of the most iconic titles on the market, including Reactoonz and Book of Dead, Play’n GO, has redefined the crash game genre with its latest release, Miner Donkey Rider. The high-stakes arcade-style game introduces players to a fun adventure packed with the groundbreaking CrashBack mechanic. Miner Donkey Rider is […]
Slots
March 31, 2025
Pragmatic Play Unveils The Dog House – Royal Hunt
Pragmatic Play, a leading supplier of iGaming content, has added another cutting-edge title to its already impressive content portfolio. The Dog House – Royal Hunt is the latest addition to the beloved Dog House franchise, adding a “regal twist” to the game fans know and love. The Dog House – Royal Hunt Metrics A Monarchical […]
Slots
March 24, 2025
Spinomenal Releases Zeus’ Lightning Blaze Slot
Spinomenal has introduced its latest slot game asking you to take a dip in Ancient Greek mythology with a fresh title set in the iconic theme. Enter Zeus’ Lightning Blaze, the studio’s latest game release, which will have you play across a five-by-three game grid and offer players numerous outstanding features to further polish the […]
Blockchain
April 22, 2025
Crypto Gambling Sites Rake in Over $80B Thanks to Global Legal Gaps
Online casinos that use cryptocurrencies have seen a huge jump in business, with worldwide betting profits hitting $81.4 billion in 2024, five times more than the year before. This growth happens even with lots of rules in place, as millions of players find ways around blocks to use offshore sites that are not regulated. Stake […]
Blockchain
April 16, 2025
Crypto Gaming Struggles to Onboard New Users
As the cryptocurrency sector continues evolving, an emerging trend reveals that crypto gambling platforms could face significant challenges in attracting new customers, particularly those with existing digital wallets. According to recent data by Web3 marketing firm Addressable, crypto gambling ads are among the most expensive user acquisition methods in the decentralized space. Blockchain Casinos Face […]
Blockchain
January 30, 2025
BKEX Staff Sentenced over Illegal Crypto Contracts Gambling
At a time when Polymarket and Kalshi have found respite in the United States, with regulators likely to ease up the pressure, China is tightening the screws on crypto contracts. The latest case comes from The People’s Court of Pingjiang County, Hunan Province, where the judge presiding over the case against BKEX, a crypto contract […]
Blockchain
March 17, 2025
Wire Fraud Charges Lead To CluCoin Founder’s Sentencing in Florida
Over the last few years, highly volatile cryptocurrency markets have made many people millionaires. While some were fortunate enough to make the score of their life, others were not so lucky and lost everything. In one such recent case, investors who supported a charity-oriented cryptocurrency token project lost more than $1 million, after the founder […]
Blockchain
January 13, 2025
Singapore Claims Polymarket Is Illegal, Blocks Access to the Platform
Singapore’s Gambling Regulatory Authority has forced the country’s ISPs to block Polymarket over unlicensed gambling concerns. Polymarket is a decentralized prediction market platform, and although it claims to be different from traditional gambling, it has ruffled regulatory feathers in the city-state, prompting a crackdown. Singapore’s GRA Blocks Polymarket On January 12, users in Singapore who […]
Blockchain
March 10, 2025
Choctaw Pioneers Crypto Gaming in the US via Everi and Bitline
At the end of last year, the Choctaw Nation’s gaming and hospitality arm, Choctaw Casino & Resorts, announced a partnership with the ATP Tour tennis competition, Dallas Open. The move came amid rumors that sports betting in the Lone Star State might materialize in 2025. In another surprising and pioneering move in the industry, Choctaw […]
Blockchain
January 8, 2025
Crypto.com Launches More NFL Prediction Markets
That Crypto.com has thrown itself into the world of sports betting should not surprise the keen observer. The cryptocurrency exchange has been cosying up to sports for a long while, identifying its core demographic – young men – as some of the most susceptible consumers when it comes to crypto, betting, and sports. First […]
Blockchain
February 20, 2025
Portnoy Profits Close to $260K from Memecoin Before Collapse
Barstool Sports founder David Portnoy is facing criticism after a memecoin venture that saw him walk away with significant profits while leaving investors empty-handed. Memecoin Drops by 99%, Portnoy Pulls the Rug The controversy erupted when Portnoy launched the $GREED token on the Solana blockchain, acquiring 357.92 million tokens (roughly 35.8% of the total supply) […]
Blockchain
December 30, 2024
Crypto.com Faces Lawsuit Over Domain Dispute Amid Sports Trading Launch
Crypto.com, a big name in the crypto world, has landed in hot water over claims about a domain name. The company was about to roll out a new sports trading platform when its operator, Foris Limited, based in Hong Kong, got slapped with a lawsuit by an Estonian tech firm, Domdevelo OÜ. Domdevelo Alleges Domain […]
Insider
April 24, 2025
Doc’s Sports Expert Raphael Esparza Discusses the Growth of March Madness & Women’s Leagues
GamblingNews was recently joined by Raphael Esparza, a respected sports handicapper representing sports picks leader Doc’s Sports, to discuss the rapid growth of sports betting and the recent rise of betting on women’s sports. Unpredictability Is Critical to the Success of March Madness Raphael, who’s worked with Doc’s Sports for over two decades, has “done […]
Insider
April 15, 2025
Andy Clerkson: “It’s a crime that sportsbooks generally look the same as they did 10 years ago.”
The Unit has announced the appointment of Andy Clerkson as its new chairman, marking a strategic step in the company’s rapid global expansion. Clerkson, a seasoned executive with leadership experience at SportCaller and Low6, is stepping into a more hands-on role to guide The Unit through scaling sustainably across new and emerging markets. In this […]
Insider
December 23, 2024
Maintaining the Human Touch in HR
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies continue to transform the workplace, Human Resources (HR) practices are evolving to meet new challenges. Leila Goelz, Leadership Coach and Chief People and Transformation Officer at Games Global, highlights the importance of finding a balance between efficiency and meaningful human connections. In the evolving field of HR, technology, particularly AI, […]
Insider
April 7, 2025
Matthew Olden: “We are a bridge between advertisers and a high-value audience that’s been overlooked”
As the gaming industry evolves, so too must its marketing strategies. Context Networks is leading the charge with its Contextual Promotions Media Network (CPMN), a groundbreaking solution that transforms traditional slot machines and gaming terminals into dynamic, personalized advertising platforms. In this interview, Matthew reflects on how CPMN is redefining engagement by delivering real-time, context-driven […]
Insider
November 20, 2024
SGW 2024 and the Impact of Gamification on Responsible Gambling
Gamification has become a crucial aspect of the sector, designed to encourage engagement and increased play. However, it is essential to ensure that these tools do not promote excessive use. David Richardson, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Better Change; Catie Di Stefano, Marketing Director at Smartico; Michal Imiolek, CEO at Wazdan; and Kaska Pysz, Head […]
Insider
March 26, 2025
TaDa Gaming: “Fishing-Shooting games are revolutionising iGaming”
Disclaimer: This article has been contributed by TaDa Gaming Sean Liu, Director of Product Management. Fishing-shooting games give players a more engaging way to win, and TaDa Gaming is leading the charge, expanding across Europe and Latin America. This isn’t just another trend; it’s a whole new way to play. It is no secret that […]
Insider
November 11, 2024
Catie Di Stefano: “Personalization in the gambling industry is essential”
Catie Di Stefano, Marketing Director at Smartico speaks with GamblingNews discussing how personalization is transforming the gambling industry, driving player loyalty, and setting new standards for engagement and retention. Q: Why is personalization important in the gambling industry? Personalization in the gambling industry is not just important, it is essential. With countless operators available, a […]
Insider
February 11, 2025
ClickOut Media on NFTs in iGaming: The End of the Hype, or Just the Beginning?
Once a $17.6 billion industry in 2021, NFTs have seen a sharp decline, with trading volumes dropping 19% by 2024 and sales falling from 60.6 million to just 49.8 million. Even some of the most iconic collections, like Bored Ape Yacht Club and CryptoPunks, are now struggling to stay relevant, while over 98% of new […]
Insider
November 7, 2024
Michael Waterfield: “We utilize a localized content strategy that aligns with American players’ preferences”
White Hat Studios’ expansion in the US iGaming market has been nothing short of impressive. Just six months after entering all seven regulated US iGaming states—a first for any supplier—they have quickly become a household name. Their rapid success and strong performance in October’s Eilers & Krejcik Gaming report reflect the strategic approach they’ve taken […]
Poker
April 24, 2025
Pennsylvania Joins MSIGA as Its Sixth and Largest Member
Pennsylvania has officially joined the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA) for poker, making it the agreement’s sixth member state. As a result, online poker players will now be able to participate in games and tournaments featuring competitors from other MSIGA member states. Pennsylvania Becomes MSIGA’s Largest Member Pennsylvania joined the MSIGA on April 23 as […]
Poker
April 18, 2025
Poker Pro Steve O’Dwyer Slams Late Reg Abuse as Soft Cheating
Most poker tournaments are fairly tolerant of latecomers and would sometimes even allow a player to register once the late registration period has closed. Not everyone is on board with this, however, as one poker pro vented his frustration about players who abuse this tolerance. O’Dwyer Says Being Late on Purpose Is “Soft Cheating” Steve […]
Poker
March 10, 2025
Dutch Regulator Carried Out Six Raids on Illegal Poker Tournaments in Q4
The Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) announced that it has cracked down on several illegal poker tournaments that took place in 2024. The regulator added that its enforcement led to the seizing of tens of thousands of euros in cash and the issue of a financial penalty of EUR 110K to an organizer of such events. […]
Poker
April 9, 2025
ACR Poker Returns with $12M GTD Dual Venom Events
In just a few days’ time, popular US-themed online poker site ACR Poker will hit the refresh button on the much-anticipated Dual Venom tournament, one of the most lucrative series of the year. With a jaw-dropping $12 million guaranteed across two headline events, the event that had its debut in 2019 with $5 Million Venom […]
Poker
March 5, 2025
Poker Pro Passes Away During Dallas Tournament
A professional poker player has tragically passed doing what he loved at a tournament in Texas. Mark Toulouse, also known as “Doc” collapsed at the table and was rushed to a hospital where he passed away. The Player Suffered a Heart Attack Toulouse was competing at the $300 NLH tournament at the Texas Card House […]
Poker
March 26, 2025
UK Sanctions PokerStars over Irresponsible Instagram Advertisement
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has officially condemned Stars Interactive, the company behind PokerStars, for a “socially irresponsible” Instagram advertisement featuring social media influencers. The ruling reinforces the ASA’s commitment to maintaining strict advertising standards in the gambling industry, ensuring users remain safe from reckless or misleading gambling promotions. Influencers Boasted About the Ease […]
Poker
March 4, 2025
GGPoker Bans 31 Players for Illegal RTA Use
A total of 31 players have been banned by the GGPoker while the use of real-time assistance (RTA) software continues to rise in the online poker scene. GGPoker Announces Bans GGPoker, the world’s largest poker room, revealed it has banned 31 players for violating the platform’s rules. This follows previous statements by poker pro Fedor […]
Poker
March 24, 2025
Poker Pro Maria Konnikova: The Biggest Cheaters Are High Rollers
Maria Konnikova, a prominent poker player and author, has commented on the prevalence of cheating in both online and in-person poker. She emphasized that regulators and casinos should do something to safeguard the integrity of the game even if it ends up inconveniencing players in the short term. Konnikova Started Playing to Understand More About […]
Poker
March 3, 2025
Poker Pro Charged with Defrauding 20 Institutions Prior to Alleged Kidnapping
George Janssen is a four-time WSOP circuit winner who has amassed $440,763 from live games, according to his profile on The Hendon Mob, an online repository of online poker players and their achievements. Janssen Disappears Following Series of Bad Events in His Life Yet, Janssen has been in a hot mess over the past several […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Pennsylvania Bans 4 Parents from Gambling For Leaving Kids Unattended
Currently, Pennsylvania blocks 1379 people from gambling within the state, and among the most recently blocked individuals are four parents who left their children unattended while gambling. Pennsylvania Bans Several Parents The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board took action to place 17 individuals on its various Involuntary Exclusion Lists. From these, the four parents who left […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Gary Green Gaming Buys Lithium Boomtown Casino in Nevada
Popular singer and entrepreneur Gary Green has acquired the Say When casino in McDermitt, Nevada, betting that it would be the next boomtown thanks to its nearby lithium mine. Gary Green Gaming Buys Historic Casino Say When, a historic casino, is located next to Thacker Pass and the lithium mine in Humboldt County, believed to […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Penn Entertainment Plans New Hollywood Casino in Council Bluffs
Penn Entertainment will soon retire its long-running riverboat casino in Council Bluffs to build a new, land-based venue under the Hollywood Casino brand. The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has approved this project, which is expected to cost between $180 million and $200 million. Hollywood Casino Set to Rise Beside Ameristar Hotel as Penn Shifts […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Hackers Attack Catawba Nation’s Two Kings Casino
Cybercriminals have attacked the Catawba Nation’s Two Kings Casino, with the hackers threatening to release the facility’s blueprints unless a ransom is paid. Catawba Nation Casino Under Attack The hackers, who say they come from the Anubis group, have said that they will make public sensitive security details, including the locations of chip vaults and the […]
Casino
April 24, 2025
Fire Department Rescues 2 People Stuck in Caesars Palace Elevator
Two people got stuck in a stalled elevator on the 54th floor of the Caesars Palace after a power outage, prompting the fire department to come and rescue them. Rescuers Aid Two Guests Stuck in Stalled Casino Elevator Clark County Fire Department sent over a crew after it received a signal for the two people […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
MGM Teams Up with Playtech for a New Live Dealer Studio in Vegas
MGM Resorts has added a new live dealer studio to its famous MGM Grand hotel-casino property in Las Vegas. Developed in partnership with Playtech, the new studio will offer online live dealer content to players in certain international markets where such products are allowed. The New Studio Should Open Very Soon As mentioned, the new […]
Casino
April 24, 2025
MGM Osaka Held Its Groundbreaking Ceremony
MGM Osaka, Japan’s inaugural integrated resort, has just hosted its groundbreaking ceremony. Despite the multiple delays, construction is currently underway, marking a monumental achievement for the casino industry. The Event Was Attended by the Osaka Governor The $8.9 billion resort is the brainchild of MGM Resorts International and its local partner, Orix Corp, which have […]
Casino
April 25, 2025
Swedes Still Confused About Gambling Licenses Despite Rising Awareness
A new study by Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s gambling regulator, shows that many Swedish gamblers cannot tell the difference between licensed and unlicensed gaming sites. Even though more people know about this issue now, 72% of those asked said they either did not know or could not figure out if a gambling site had a Swedish license. […]
Casino
April 24, 2025
FAA Tightens Air Tour Safety Rules in Las Vegas
Prompted by the deadly midair collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter in Washington, DC, in January, the FAA issued a review of helicopter safety around the biggest US airports, including those in Las Vegas. FAA Finds Safety Concerns in Las Vegas Helicopter Tours According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the potential […]
Lottery
April 25, 2025
Texas Lottery Commission Faces Legal Challenge Over Sudden Courier Ban
A legal fight is brewing between the Texas Lottery Commission and online courier service Lotto.com, as the commission gets ready to vote on a controversial rule that might ban these services across the state. TC Texas Files Suit, Alleges State Worked With Couriers Before Proposed Ban LTC Texas, the company behind Lotto.com, filed a lawsuit […]
Lottery
April 23, 2025
Texas Lottery Director Quits as Jackpot Scandal Heats Up
Ryan Mindell has left his job as the head of the Texas Lottery Commission. His time in charge ended with lots of heat, lawmakers pushing back, and cops looking into the integrity of recent big wins. Mindell Resigns Amid Firestorm Over $95M Lottery Scandal and Alleged System Exploits Mindell stepped down from his role, as […]
Lottery
April 11, 2025
Weekday Windfall Awards AU$1M to Cheltenham Couple
A Victoria, Australia couple was pleasantly surprised after winning a life-changing AU$1 million prize. The Cheltenham husband and wife scored the single division one winning entry on Wednesday from Weekday Windfall, collecting the entire prize. Lucky Couple Hits Weekday Windfall Jackpot On Thursday, The Lott released details regarding the fortunate south-east Melbourne residents. While their […]
Lottery
April 22, 2025
Judge Rejects Anonymity Request in Mega Millions Lawsuit
In a dramatic turn of events, the anonymous winner of Maine’s $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot could be forced to reveal his identity. A federal judge has denied the man’s request to hold a closed trial over allegations that the estranged mother of his daughter breached a nondisclosure agreement (NDA). The Plaintiff Went to Great […]
Lottery
April 9, 2025
Oregon’s $1.3BN Powerball Jackpot Winner Shares Experience
Early in April 2024, one Oregon player made history by winning the largest lottery prize in the state and the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot in the history of the game. A year has passed since and the lucky winner, Cheng “Charlie” Saephan, reflects on how the win changed his life. Powerball Jackpot Winner Reflects on Life […]
Lottery
April 17, 2025
CTLC Says Its Members Didn’t Violate the Texas Law
The Coalition of Texas Lottery Couriers (CTLC), a body representing the interests of lottery couriers in the Lone Star State, has released a statement regarding its products amid pushback from the state regulator. The CTLC refuted the Texas Lottery Commission’s (TLC) claims that its members may have violated 13 regulations, highlighting couriers’ compliance. Lottery Couriers […]
Lottery
April 4, 2025
EUROMAT Expresses Worry About Croatia’s Unreported Gambling Law Changes
The European Gambling and Amusement Federation (EUROMAT) has voiced its concerns about Croatia‘s recent changes to its Gambling Act. EUROMAT claims the Croatian government did not follow the right steps to inform the European Commission as EU law requires. The group has sent its complaint to the European Commission. It argues that Croatia should have […]
Lottery
April 16, 2025
Homeless Couple Strikes It Rich with $1M Scratch-Off Win in California
An anonymous homeless person and his wife won $1,000,000 off a scratch-up ticket in California. The person, details about whom are scarce, but whose identity has been confirmed by the California Lottery all the same, has had difficulty believing his luck at first. Some Zeroes Are Missing in the Lottery Win Although he was homeless, […]
Lottery
April 2, 2025
Allwyn UK Secures Responsible Gaming Certification from EL
Allwyn UK, the British branch of the Czech lottery powerhouse Allwyn, announced that it has achieved the European Lotteries’ (EL) Responsible Gaming Certification. In addition to that, the company achieved Level 4 of the World Lottery Association’s (WLA) Responsible Gaming Framework. The Accreditations Set Allwyn Apart from Its Competitors Allwyn UK, which is the current […]
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What is gambling?
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