Legal
April 1, 2024
Woman Who Stole $66K to Gamble Says She Is Terrified to Go to Prison
An Irish woman who stole $66,595 to gamble has been sentenced to three years in prison. Unfortunately, her sentence is set to start in July, just a couple of months after the recent birth of her latest child. In an interview with the Sunday World, Emma Louise McLoughlin, 30, expressed her anxiety about the sentence. […]
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March 29, 2024
Drunk Vegas Man Crashes; Kills a Driver, Injures a Passenger
A drunk driver who killed another in a car crash on Las Vegas Boulevard is facing a number of charges and will appear before court in May, local reports say. On March 22, according to the local police, Charlie Hernandez, 28, was driving a Dodge Challenger as fast as 140 miles per hour on the […]
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March 27, 2024
Philadelphia Grapples with Legal Battle Over Skill Game Regulations
Philadelphia finds itself embroiled in a legal tussle as the City Council’s move to rein in the proliferation of casino-style “skill games” faces a stiff challenge in the state court. The contentious bill, aimed at curbing the widespread presence of these gaming machines across bars, restaurants, and gas stations, has sparked a heated debate over […]
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March 26, 2024
Australia and Curacao Getting Closer to Solution over Illegal Gambling
The regulator has insisted that the Curacao Gaming Control Board (CGCB) must do more to aid ACMA’s efforts to stem the tide of illegal websites that continue to target Australian citizens without serious repercussions. So far, ACMA has blocked more than 950 such websites, prompting many others to leave voluntarily. ACMA More Hopeful about Cracking […]
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March 26, 2024
Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Gambling Across Multiple US States
In a concerted effort to combat illegal gambling activities, law enforcement agencies across several US states have launched raids resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of significant assets. Recent operations have targeted various venues suspected of hosting illicit gambling operations, ranging from storefronts to internet cafes. Authorities Apprehend Suspects in Flint and Dayton Illegal […]
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March 25, 2024
Casino Thieves Face Charges and Prosecution; NC Police Raid Illegal Dens
A man in a motorized wheelchair has stolen $5,000 from another guest at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred on March 8 but was only made public last Friday. According to the local reports, the victim was playing slot games at the Pittsburgh property. After cashing out and placing his money in his pocket, […]
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March 21, 2024
Bloomberry Ends Hostilities with GGAM via $300M Settlement
Bloomberry Resorts Group, one of the Philippines’ gambling leaders, has at last settled its conflict with Global Gaming Asset Management (GGAM), agreeing to buy its GGAM-owned shares back in a $300 million deal. This would effectively mark the end of a lengthy court battle. The issue stems from Bloomberry’s decision to cancel its contract with […]
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March 20, 2024
Evolution Seeks to Reveal the Identity of Rival Who Alleged Misconduct
Back in 2021, an anonymous company submitted a report in which it alleged that live specialist Evolution had been involved in misconduct and had operated its products in prohibited jurisdictions. Years later, the former company’s identity might finally be revealed, should Evolution’s lawsuit succeed. For reference, Evolution denied the original claims, slamming them as defamatory. […]
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March 19, 2024
Entain Says BetCity’s Failings Have Incurred Damages of $63-169M
Entain’s legal battle against BetCity’s former owners continues as the former company claims damages of between €58 million and €156 million ($63-$169 million). The former company used two different methods to calculate the damages, Casino Nieuws said. For reference, Entain acquired BetCity in a $482 million deal in January 2023. The major acquisition allowed the […]
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March 19, 2024
DraftKings Escalates Prosecution against Former VIP Head
DraftKings, the prominent online sports betting giant, has intensified its legal battle against Michael Hermalyn, the former head of its VIP program, with fresh accusations of corporate espionage. The allegations come in response to Hermalyn’s recent appointment as the president of the VIP division at Fanatics. Hermalyn allegedly misappropriated trade secrets during his time with […]
