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May 21, 2025
Rhode Island Casino Workers Pressure Senate to Ban Indoor Smoking
Casino workers in Rhode Island are continuing their fight against indoor smoking, arguing that nothing short of a complete ban would be enough. Casino Workers Seek Better Conditions On Tuesday, approximately 150 casino workers entered the State House, expressing their support for a bill seeking to end indoor smoking. The measure in question was introduced […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
Ohio Steps Up Against Illegal Casinos in the State
Illegal casinos in Ohio keep sprouting up with authorities swooping in to end the practice. Despite major busts, and more than 7,500 confiscated slot machines by the Ohio Casino Control Commission, the appetite for these venues has not really changed. Gambling Parlors Offer Thousands of Slot Games The reasons why can be many and varied […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Spain vs. France 2025 Nations League Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Spain vs. France 2025 Nations League semifinal is bound to be a real banger as these two are among the best teams in the world. In fact, the combined value of their rosters is over $2 billion. Spain is the defending champion of the UEFA Nations League, as well as the team with the […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Julianna Peña vs. Kayla Harrison UFC 316 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Julianna Peña is the queen of the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Division. She’s the one wearing gold right now, but oddsmakers don’t care – they expect Kayla Harrison to run her over on June 7. Kayla’s UFC 316 odds of -600 say that bookies expect a one-sided beatdown at Newark’s Prudential Center. This is her shot […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Manchester United vs. Aston Villa 2025 Premier League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Aston Villa need to beat Manchester United at Old Trafford to get to the Champions League. Even that isn’t a guarantee that they’ll actually get there, but the Villans mustn’t leave anything to chance. They need to take the May 25 game seriously and try to beat the Red Devils in Manchester for only the […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili UFC 316 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The first Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili fight saw the Georgian fighter take the UFC Bantamweight title away from his American rival. Merab completely rag-dolled O’Malley that evening, but here’s a twist – Sean was injured the whole time and never said a word until after surgery. Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley 2 Odds Moneyline […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Nottingham vs. Chelsea 2025 Premier League Odds, Time, and Prediction
The top five teams in the Premier League will get to play in the 2025-26 Champions League. Chelsea are currently occupying the No. 5 spot with 66 points. Nottingham Forest are at 65 points ahead of the final round of the Prem. What this means is that if the Tricky Trees win on May 25, […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Germany vs. Portugal 2025 Nations League Odds, Time, and Prediction
It’s time for the 2025 UEFA Nations League Finals! The tournament will take place in Germany in the first week of June, with four teams competing for the trophy – Spain, France, Portugal, and Germany. The first game of the tournament is Germany vs. Portugal, which is the one we’ll preview in this post. Germany […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
AI Is Already Impacting Gambling and the Ethics of It Are Difficult to Fathom
A study by UF researcher Nasim Binesh, PhD, MBA, an assistant professor in the UF College of Health & Human Performance’s Department of Tourism, Hospitality & Event Management has examined the use of artificial intelligence in the gambling industry, and the implications that this may have for consumers and regulation. AI in Gambling – Is […]
Business
May 21, 2025
Confusion Clouds xAI-Kalshi Team-Up After Mixed Messages
Elon Musk’s AI company xAI and predictions markets platform Kalshi seemed ready to join forces until they backed away from the announcement, leaving people wondering about the deal’s current state. Kalshi Retracts xAI Deal Shortly After CEO Confirmation Bloomberg first reported the news, and Kalshi’s CEO Tarek Mansour confirmed it on Musk’s social network X […]
Business
May 20, 2025
GR8 Tech Names Technology Veteran Edward Smyshliaiev as CTO
GR8 Tech, a B2B provider of custom iGaming solutions, announced the appointment of a new chief technology officer. The one up to the task is Edward Smyshliaiev, a tech veteran who will enable the company to enter its next phase of growth. A Seasoned Tech Veteran Joins as CTO Smyshliaiev was described as a seasoned […]
Business
May 19, 2025
Bain Capital Considers Selling the Mohegan INSPIRE Resort
Bain Capital, the private equity entity that took control of Mohegan’s new resort in South Korea, is reportedly looking to sell the property. Mohegan, however, believes that a sale would not be in the property and its customers’ best interest. Bain Capital Puts Mohegan INSPIRE Up for Sale Bain Capital, which wrested control of Mohegan’s […]
Business
May 20, 2025
Sega Sammy to Close Its Acquisition of GAN on May 27
Sega Sammy published an update on its acquisition of GAN Limited, announcing that it is on track to satisfy the conditions necessary to proceed with the deal. Although Sega Sammy confirmed that the deal would affect its financial report for the year, it has yet to estimate the impact. Sega Sammy Hopes to Close the […]
Business
May 16, 2025
Gambling.com Group Surpasses Q1 2025 Estimates with Record Earnings
Gambling.com Group Limited’s newest report for Q1 2025 earnings shows the company has surpassed the initial estimates and is highly optimistic about the rest of the year. Gambling.com Records Great Q1 Finances The fast-growing provider of marketing and sports data services has recorded earnings of $0.46 per share, which is twice what was initially projected. […]
Business
May 19, 2025
Light & Wonder Closes Acquisition of Grover Gaming’s Charitable Gaming Assets
Light & Wonder announced that it has completed its acquisition of Grover Gaming’s charitable gaming assets. The transaction was announced earlier this year and was praised by the former company due to “strong cultural alignment” between the two parties. Light & Wonder Closes the Deal On May 19, Light & Wonder confirmed that it has […]
Business
May 16, 2025
Bragg Gaming’s Momentum Continues as Company Reports Strong Q1
Bragg Gaming Group, a leading supplier of content to the iGaming industry, has published its financial report for the first three months of 2025, highlighting “diversified revenue growth, significant margin expansion, and strong cash generation.” The company also updated its outlook for the year, saying that it anticipates double-digit growth in revenue and adjusted EBITDA. […]
Business
May 19, 2025
Codere Online Reports Significant Growth in Q1 2025
Codere Online announces significant growth in the first quarter of 2025, posting a €54.3 million (about $61 million) revenue, up 8% compared to the same period of 2024. Codere Online Announces Its Q1 Revenue CEO of Codere Online, Aviv Sher, said that the company is off to a great start in 2025. He noted that […]
Business
May 16, 2025
PENN Entertainment Fights Back Against Activist Investor Criticism
PENN Entertainment has launched a counterattack to challenge HG Vora Capital Management’s disapproval, standing up for its future plans and choices about how the company is run in a thorough message to its stockholders. This public statement follows just a day after HG Vora submitted its own proxy document to question PENN’s current path. PENN […]
Legal
May 20, 2025
Indian CEO Under Scrutiny Amidst Mahadev Betting App Investigation
Nishant Pitti, co-founder and CEO of travel company EaseMyTrip, is in hot water as India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) delves deeper into the sprawling Mahadev betting app case. According to filings submitted with the Adjudicating Authority under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), Pitti allegedly was aware of Sky Exchange, a shadow betting platform linked […]
Legal
May 19, 2025
Former Mansion Group CEO Receives 12-Month Sentence for Breaching Court Orders
Gibraltar’s Supreme Court has sentenced Mansion Group’s former chief executive officer, Karel Mañasco, to 12 months in prison. This followed his earlier failure to appear in court. Mañasco Failed to Comply with Earlier Court Orders Mañasco is the former CEO and CFO of the Mansion Gibraltar iGaming operator. The group, however, eventually accused Mañasco of […]
Legal
May 12, 2025
Austria Cracks Down on Illegal Lottery Operation
Austria has cracked down on an illegal lottery operation, which sold tickets worldwide. Following a raid on the operation’s headquarters in Vienna, the authorities discovered evidence of the illegal operation, leading to potential consequences for the operators. The Illegal Operation Reached Countless People Online The raid followed a thorough investigation by the Vienna police. According […]
Legal
May 19, 2025
Japan Wants to Act More Toughly on Illegal Online Casinos
Japan is looking to crack down on illegal online casinos through the implementation of a new law that will make it harder for people to play at unregulated casinos while also targeting the providers of such services. Japan to Toughen Measures Against Illegal Online Gambling A new bill is supposedly coming by the end of […]
Legal
May 12, 2025
Kalshi Fights Nevada in High-Stakes Clash Over Federal vs. State Control
Kalshi, a company running prediction markets, is pushing hard to stop Nevada officials from banning its trading contracts. Kalshi Argues Federal Law Overrides Nevada in Sports Betting Dispute The firm claims that federal law, not state rules, decides if its business is legal. Kalshi told a court that the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), which controls […]
Legal
May 16, 2025
Spreadex Gets £2M Fine for Breaking AML and Player Safety Rules
The UK gambling company Spreadex Limited now faces a fine of over £2 million ($2.7 million). This comes after they failed to follow rules about stopping money laundering and keeping players safe. The Gambling Commission looked into the company and found big issues between September 2022 and November 2023. Gambling Regulator Flags Spreadex for Inadequate […]
Legal
May 7, 2025
Woman Stole $60K from Fred Meyer to Fuel Gambling Habit
A former Fred Meyer employee from Oregon City has admitted to embezzling $60,000 over 2022 and 2023 from the company to support her gambling addiction. Oregonian Woman Found Guilty of Stealing Money to Fuel Gambling Habit Rainbow Melodi Stammet, 43, was found guilty on two counts of theft in Clackamas County on Tuesday. According to officials, […]
Legal
May 12, 2025
DraftKings Hit With Lawsuit over Micro-Betting Patent Infringement
Popular sportsbook operator DraftKings is being sued for patent infringement in a New Jersey federal court over its micro-betting services. DraftKings Is Being Sued Over Micro-Petting Patents Micro-Gaming Ventures, LLC, a Texas-based entity, is the plaintiff who filed the lawsuit on May 9th in the US District Court for the District of New Jersey. According to […]
Legal
May 7, 2025
HG Vora Sues PENN for Reducing Board Election Seats
HG Vora Capital Management, one of PENN Entertainment’s activist investors, has accused the latter company of violating the law by reducing the board seats for election at its upcoming shareholder meeting. HG Vora now seeks an injunction that would make PENN’s recent Board Reduction Scheme invalid. HG Vora Says PENN Violated PA Business Laws PENN […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Julianna Peña vs. Kayla Harrison UFC 316 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Julianna Peña is the queen of the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Division. She’s the one wearing gold right now, but oddsmakers don’t care – they expect Kayla Harrison to run her over on June 7. Kayla’s UFC 316 odds of -600 say that bookies expect a one-sided beatdown at Newark’s Prudential Center. This is her shot […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili UFC 316 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The first Sean O’Malley vs. Merab Dvalishvili fight saw the Georgian fighter take the UFC Bantamweight title away from his American rival. Merab completely rag-dolled O’Malley that evening, but here’s a twist – Sean was injured the whole time and never said a word until after surgery. Merab Dvalishvili vs. Sean O’Malley 2 Odds Moneyline […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Nottingham vs. Chelsea 2025 Premier League Odds, Time, and Prediction
The top five teams in the Premier League will get to play in the 2025-26 Champions League. Chelsea are currently occupying the No. 5 spot with 66 points. Nottingham Forest are at 65 points ahead of the final round of the Prem. What this means is that if the Tricky Trees win on May 25, […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Germany vs. Portugal 2025 Nations League Odds, Time, and Prediction
It’s time for the 2025 UEFA Nations League Finals! The tournament will take place in Germany in the first week of June, with four teams competing for the trophy – Spain, France, Portugal, and Germany. The first game of the tournament is Germany vs. Portugal, which is the one we’ll preview in this post. Germany […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Gambling Firms Shielded by Secret Regulatory Agreements
Over the past five years, the UK Gambling Commission has quietly placed 38 betting companies under special measures, a confidential process that keeps the names of these firms under wraps. This approach allows betting operators to sidestep formal penalties by agreeing to donate profits made from regulatory breaches to charity. The “Protective Bubbles” Since 2020, […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Spain vs. France 2025 Nations League Odds, Time, and Prediction
The Spain vs. France 2025 Nations League semifinal is bound to be a real banger as these two are among the best teams in the world. In fact, the combined value of their rosters is over $2 billion. Spain is the defending champion of the UEFA Nations League, as well as the team with the […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Alaska May Try to Power Through Push for Legalized Sports Betting
Alaska is down but not under yet, with the state trying to push a bill that seeks to legalize up to 10 online sportsbooks locally. Whether the bill succeeds will be a matter of razor-thin majority that sees it through. Alaska’s Hopes for Passing Sports Betting This Year Get a Cold Shoulder Originally introduced in […]
Sports
May 21, 2025
Manchester United vs. Aston Villa 2025 Premier League Odds, Time, and Prediction
Aston Villa need to beat Manchester United at Old Trafford to get to the Champions League. Even that isn’t a guarantee that they’ll actually get there, but the Villans mustn’t leave anything to chance. They need to take the May 25 game seriously and try to beat the Red Devils in Manchester for only the […]
Sports
May 20, 2025
Cruz Azul vs. Vancouver Whitecaps 2025 CCC Final Odds, Time, and Prediction
These two teams have never met before, and we think their first clash in history is going to be one to remember. Both teams are in great form at the moment, which is why we expect to see a real thriller in Mexico City on the first day of June. But who’s going to win […]
Industry
May 20, 2025
NetGaming Attended SBC Summit Americas as Its First Local Industry Event
NetGaming, a fast-growing provider of digital casino content, recently made its debut in the American market by exhibiting at the SBC Summit Americas. This milestone marks a significant step in the company’s growth journey, providing an opportunity to showcase its innovative products to the American gaming community. NetGaming Participated in SBC Summit Americas NetGaming just […]
Industry
May 20, 2025
BetMGM and Games Global Announce Release of Gold Blitz Ultimate
Games Global has officially unveiled the exclusive US release of Gold Blitz Ultimate, which is the third installment of the popular franchise. Gold Blitz Ultimate Hits the Market Gold Blitz Ultimate is now available exclusively to BetMGM players in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and New Jersey for a two-month period. After this exclusivity window, Games Global will […]
Industry
May 19, 2025
BGaming Leads with Heart, Raising €200,000 for Charity
In a grand display of community and solidarity, BGaming joined forces with White Label Casinos and NEXT.io to organize the DAR Bjorn Charity Gala, a high-impact event aiming to raise support for Malta’s only neurological home for people struggling with ALS, MS, and other neurodegenerative conditions. The gala also aimed to bolster awareness of DAR […]
Industry
May 20, 2025
Colorado Gov. Passes HB 1311, Ending Sportsbook Promo Deductions
Colorado’s House Bill 1311 has been signed into law, marking a key change to how sportsbooks are taxed. The bill will effectively eliminate tax deductions that sports betting operators previously enjoyed, minimizing their incentive to offer promotions. Colorado to End Sportsbook Promo Deductions in 2026 Previously, the Centennial State allowed sportsbooks to deduct the free […]
Industry
May 19, 2025
Brazilian Senator Calls for Ban on Soccer Betting in the Country
During a Senate plenary session on Friday, Senator Eduardo Girão urged the implementation of a betting ban, citing concerns about the industry’s growing influence on Brazilian soccer. Brazilian Senator Advocates Betting Ban in Soccer According to the senator, Brazil’s launch of a regulated online betting sector has caused an increase in addiction. He called for […]
Industry
May 20, 2025
HG Vora Slams Penn Over Possible Unelected Board Pick
Activist hedge fund HG Vora is taking aim at Penn Entertainment again, this time criticizing what it calls a “self-serving” plan by the casino operator to potentially install another director after its annual shareholder meeting on June 17, without a shareholder vote. The Controversial Letter The controversy stems from a May 15 letter Penn sent […]
Industry
May 19, 2025
Underdog Fantasy Makes Sudden Comeback in New York
Just weeks after abruptly withdrawing from New York, Underdog Fantasy has announced the return of its signature draft-style daily fantasy sports (DFS) contests in the state. This development marks a substantial strategic success for the company and a rare second chance in one of the USA’s strictest regulatory markets. The triumphant return will allow Underdor […]
Industry
May 20, 2025
Magic Palace Owners Sue Kahnawake Council for $220M Over Casino Shutdown
Magic Palace casino owners in Kahnawake have started a $220 million legal battle against the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake (MCK) and Grand Chief Cody Diabo. They claim the council shut down their business without following proper procedures. Magic Palace Lawsuit Alleges Council Pulled License Without Due Process The fight started when the council took away […]
Industry
May 19, 2025
Missouri to Have Legal Sports Betting from December 1, 2025
The Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) has announced on its website that the state’s sports wagering market will officially launch on December 1, 2025. Missouri Sets Date for Sports Betting Operations According to the commission, Missouri’s newly introduced sports wagering legislation will take effect on August 30. This creates an interim period during which applications for […]
Slots
May 20, 2025
Join Dragon Gaming on a Mystical Stroll in Enchanted Trail
Dragon Gaming has teased its next slot game, Enchanted Trail, which is set to hit the market later this year. As its title suggests, the latest title will send players on a journey to a magical forest. Enchanted Trail Metrics Explore a Forest Full of Mysteries Dragon Gaming just published a teaser for its latest […]
Slots
April 30, 2025
Push Gaming Introduces Feature-Packed 3 Magic Pots Slot
The creator of games that are “of a high quality in every way possible”, Push Gaming, is bringing its signature flair to the increasingly popular “three pots” genre with its latest slot release, 3 Magic Pots. The new title delivers a colorful fantasy world packed with rapid-fire rewards, inventive mechanics, and plenty of magical energy. […]
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
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
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
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 […]
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
May 15, 2025
Joshua Gamble: “Cross-sell is dead. What next?”
For as long as I can remember, cross-selling has been a fundamental part of how operators market to players. There have been different approaches through the years, but perhaps the most common was simple: acquire a user with an eye-catching sports betting offer, and roll in some free spins to the promotion in the hope […]
Insider
April 28, 2025
Toni Karapetrov: “Africa continues to stand out as a region with strong long-term potential”
In this exclusive interview for GablingNews with Toni Karapetrov, Habanero’s Head of Corporate Communications, we dive deep into the exciting future of the gambling industry in Africa. As the sector evolves, Karapetrov sheds light on how emerging technologies and responsible gaming initiatives will shape the landscape. With a passion for innovation, Karapetrov shares his perspective […]
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
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
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
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 […]
Poker
May 20, 2025
Poker Star Plans to Sue London Psychiatric Facility for Alleged Mistreatment
Tom Dwan, the American poker star, says he will take legal action against a mental health center in London. Dwan Accuses London Facility of Cutting off Outside Contact Dwan claims the Park Royal Centre for Mental Health treated him during a recent two-week stay he did opt for. The high-stakes player says the facility did […]
Poker
May 16, 2025
Xuan Liu Wins Triton Tournament & Becomes First Woman to Do So
Xuan Liu made poker history in Montenegro at the $25,000 WPT Global Slam event by becoming the first woman to win a Triton Poker title. Xuan Liu Emerges Victorious at Triton Liu’s victory means she walks away with the $860,000 top prize and the Triton trophy. In what was her Triton debut, she moved past a […]
Poker
May 1, 2025
ACR Poker’s OSS XL Series Is “Flexing Harder Than Ever”
Winning Poker Network member that promotes a friendly environment for global poker players, ACR Poker, is going all-in this spring with the return of its largest online tournament series to date. The Online Super Series XL (OSS XL) kicks off May 11 and runs through June 3, offering a staggering $50 million in guaranteed prize […]
Poker
May 16, 2025
Podcast Spurs New Leads in Jón Jónsson Disappearance
More than six years after Jón Jónsson vanished without a trace during a poker trip to Dublin, the long-cold case has taken a fresh turn. A recent podcast investigating the Icelandic poker player’s disappearance has prompted new leads, sparking renewed efforts by Ireland’s national police, the An Garda Síochána (Gardaí), to locate him. Mysterious Disappearance […]
Poker
April 30, 2025
Toronto WSOP Circuit Event Gives Out Over $7.5M
The World Series of Poker made its return to Toronto for the second edition of the WSOP Circuit festival, building on the success of its inaugural event held in the spring of 2024. Event Awards Millions of Dollars The Toronto WSOP Circuit Event ran from April 10 to 22 and saw more than 8,200 entries across […]
Poker
May 12, 2025
Las Vegas Player Wins $376K Pai Gow Poker Jackpot on Star Wars Day
A fortunate player at a Las Vegas casino has walked out hundreds of thousands of dollars richer after drawing one of the most powerful hands in Pai Gow poker. The win happened on May 4, which is internationally recognized as Star Wars Day. The Player Drew One of the Rarest Hands Possible The win in […]
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
May 5, 2025
Hawk Tuah Girl Attends Las Vegas Celebrity Poker Tour
Hailey Welch, widely recognized as “The Hawk Tuah girl,” has reemerged in the spotlight following a three-month break, making an appearance at a celebrity poker tournament held at Aria in Las Vegas. The Hawk Tuah Girl Attends CPT Poker Tournament The Celebrity Poker Tour Game Night VI, held at ARIA’s PokerGO Studio, was a single-table […]
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 […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
Rhode Island Casino Workers Pressure Senate to Ban Indoor Smoking
Casino workers in Rhode Island are continuing their fight against indoor smoking, arguing that nothing short of a complete ban would be enough. Casino Workers Seek Better Conditions On Tuesday, approximately 150 casino workers entered the State House, expressing their support for a bill seeking to end indoor smoking. The measure in question was introduced […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
Ohio Steps Up Against Illegal Casinos in the State
Illegal casinos in Ohio keep sprouting up with authorities swooping in to end the practice. Despite major busts, and more than 7,500 confiscated slot machines by the Ohio Casino Control Commission, the appetite for these venues has not really changed. Gambling Parlors Offer Thousands of Slot Games The reasons why can be many and varied […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
Yonkers Mayor Pushes State to Speed Up Casino Licenses as Rivals Drop Out
Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano has called on state officials to act now and grant full casino licenses to MGM Empire City in Yonkers and Resorts World New York at Aqueduct. This comes after the latest hiccup in New York City’s plans for casino growth. Spano claims these projects can start right away and have strong […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
AI Is Already Impacting Gambling and the Ethics of It Are Difficult to Fathom
A study by UF researcher Nasim Binesh, PhD, MBA, an assistant professor in the UF College of Health & Human Performance’s Department of Tourism, Hospitality & Event Management has examined the use of artificial intelligence in the gambling industry, and the implications that this may have for consumers and regulation. AI in Gambling – Is […]
Casino
May 20, 2025
Caesars Foundation Contributes $200K Grant to ICRG
Caesars Foundation, the charity arm of the gaming & hospitality company, has allocated another $200,000 grant to the International Center for Responsible Gaming. The money will be used to further support research and education programs that ultimately seek to reduce gambling-related harm while also improving and strengthening existing safeguards. ICRG Receives Extra Funding to Spearhead […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
Irish Teens Drink Less, Game and Gamble More, Says ESPAD
Over the last 30 years, Irish teens have been drinking, smoking, and using cannabis far less than they did in the 1990s, marking a dramatic shift backed by a new European study. However, while those numbers are falling, there’s a growing concern: more and more teens are getting involved in gambling and gaming. ESPAD Surveyed […]
Casino
May 20, 2025
Wynn Resorts Sued by Utah Family of 3-Year-Old Who Nearly Drowned in Pool
An accident dating back to 2023 has come back to haunt Wynn Resorts. Several years back, a family from Utah was visiting Wynn Las Vegas when the family’s youngest child, then three, almost ended up drowning in the resort’s swimming pool. The family of Wyatt Stanley, represented by Joseph III, Kelseigh, Joseph IV, and Jane, […]
Casino
May 21, 2025
Cohen’s $8B Casino Bid Near Citi Field Gains Ground Amid Waning Competition
Mets owner Steve Cohen‘s bold $8 billion plan to construct a casino and entertainment complex adjacent to Citi Field has made significant progress securing crucial backing in the New York State Senate. The project named “Metropolitan Park,” is now picking up steam just as rival bids in the New York City casino race begin to […]
Casino
May 20, 2025
Morongo Band of Mission Indians Hands Out $400K in Grants
The fourth annual Morongo Community Outreach Awards Luncheon has seen the Morongo Band of Mission Indians in California distribute close to $400,000 in grants to various non-profit organizations in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, with the tribe continuing with its support for local communities through various engagements. Morongo Band of Mission Indians Continues to Give […]
Lottery
May 20, 2025
Alabama Trucker Wins Cash 5 Jackpot During a Routine Haul
Jonathan Hodge, a trucker from Luverne, Alabama, ended one of his routine hauls by winning a $120,000 Cash 5 jackpot using random numbers. Truck Driver Wins North Carolina Education Lottery Cash 5 Jackpot According to a May 16 North Carolina Education Lottery press release, Hodge purchased his ticket online for the Thursday, May 8 drawing and […]
Lottery
May 20, 2025
Lucky Player Wins $585K Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot
A man from Morris County has won a $585,900 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, which makes him the 25th lucky player that the lottery has made rich this year. Player Wins Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot According to the New Jersey Lottery, one lucky resident matched all five numbers during and won the Jersey Cash 5 jackpot […]
Lottery
May 8, 2025
Public Divided on $3M Slot Win in Mississippi
On some rare occasions, one’s life can change in literally seconds, which is what happened to a gambler who just won over $3 million at a slot machine in Mississippi. Lucky Slot Machine Player Wins Jackpot Announced in a Facebook post, the man played a “Wheel of Fortune” slot machine at Harlow’s Casino & Resort […]
Lottery
May 19, 2025
Missouri Friends Spend Years Playing the Lottery – Win at Last
Many people try to play the lottery together, if anything, for the habit and benefit of having someone else check on you and keep an eye out for the ticket. For three friends in Missouri, this has proven to be a successful strategy, but make no mistake – it took a while to pull off. […]
Lottery
May 8, 2025
Van Buren County Man Grabs $5.46M Lotto 47 Win
What started as a simple, last-minute lottery purchase became a life-changing windfall for a particularly lucky man from Van Buren County, who recently claimed a $5.46 million Lotto 47 jackpot. The 43-year-old, who chose to keep his identity private, bought the ticket at a Speedway gas station on South Westnedge Avenue in Kalamazoo for the […]
Lottery
May 19, 2025
IGT to Be Recommended for the Next Italian Lotto License
Gambling giant International Game Technology (IGT) said that it is poised to reobtain its Italian Lotto concession, potentially spelling bad news for Flutter, which had challenged IGT for the license. Judging Commission to Recommend LottoItalia to the ADM On May 19, IGT announced that the Judging Commission had completed its analysis of the technical and […]
Lottery
May 8, 2025
Texas Lottery Faces Shutdown Amid Scrutiny Over Digital Ticket Sales
The Texas Lottery, which generates substantial income for public education and veterans’ programs, might cease to exist as state lawmakers near a key deadline without agreement on its future. If legislators do not act to reauthorize the Texas Lottery Commission by August 31, the agency will shut down, putting billions in yearly funding at risk. […]
Lottery
May 19, 2025
Grandmother Wins AU$4M Keno Jackpot and Restless Nights Begin
An anonymous woman in New South Wales, Australia, has fetched an AU$4-million Keno jackpot she won by placing a casual wager, out of habit more so than anything else. Yet, this wager would become the basis of much anxiety in the days to come. The woman played and won the Keno Classic 10 Spot jackpot […]
Lottery
May 8, 2025
Legal Blunder Boosts Desmond’s £200M National Lottery Fight
A big mistake by the UK Gambling Commission has given Richard Desmond’s lawsuit over the disputed National Lottery contract award a boost, after a High Court ruling allowed the media tycoon to use thousands of documents released by accident. Legal Setback for Gambling Commission as Court Allows Use of Mistakenly Shared Documents The dispute revolves […]
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What is gambling?
Gambling is the practice of risking money on the outcome of a game such as roulette, slot game, blackjack, or a sport bet in the hopes of winning more money. Gambling carries a significant risk of losing money altogether.
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