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Deyan Dimitrov
AuthorDeyan is an experienced writer, analyst, and seeker of forbidden lore. He has approximate knowledge about many things, which he is always willing to apply when researching and preparing his articles. With a degree in Copy-editing and Proofreading, Deyan is able to ensure that his work writing for Gambling News is always up to scratch.
Casino
September 2, 2025
Evolution and Pragmatic Play Pull Content from Stake.us amid California Lawsuit
Two prominent content providers in the iGaming industry, Pragmatic Play and Evolution, have removed their offerings from the sweepstakes platform Stake.us for customers in California. This move further underlines the intensifying pressure on sweepstakes casinos operating in the United States as more jurisdictions take measures to curtail this form of wagering. Suppliers Likely Seek to […]
Sports
September 2, 2025
Baseball Athletes Remain Suspended as MLB Gambling Probe Deepens
Major League Baseball (MLB) has confirmed that Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz will remain on nondisciplinary paid suspension until further notice as the league progresses with its investigation into their suspected gambling rule violations. This development extends one of MLB’s most public integrity controversies in recent years and could lead to substantial […]
Legal
August 22, 2025
Entain Launches New IP Infringement Legal Dispute
Entain has initiated new legal proceedings in the English High Court, going after matched betting firm Oddsmonkey in what may become another prominent intellectual property dispute in the gambling sector. The claim, brought on 21 August as Entain Operations Limited and others v Liquidity Trading Limited and others, does not yet contain any concrete details […]
Industry
August 22, 2025
Fanatics Holds Firm Among World’s Leading Unicorns in 2025
Fanatics has secured its position among the world’s most valuable private companies in 2025, remaining 18th globally with a valuation of $31 billion. The organization ranks among an elite list of “Unicorns,” companies valued at over $1 billion, that features artificial intelligence giants and high-profile consumer platforms. While the list contains businesses from all across […]
Legal
August 21, 2025
Kalshi Draws New Tribal Challenge as Ho-Chunk Nation Files Suit
The Ho-Chunk Nation has filed a federal lawsuit against online exchange Kalshi, accusing the company and its partner, Robinhood Markets, of running illegal sports gambling operations on tribal lands. The complaint filed Wednesday in the Western District of Wisconsin follows earlier actions by California tribes and draws attention to the mounting tribal resistance to Kalshi’s […]
Business
August 21, 2025
Flutter Entertainment Holds Its Place on Goldman Sachs Hedge Fund VIP List
Flutter Entertainment has maintained its position on Goldman Sachs’ highly regarded “Hedge Fund VIP” list. The company remains the only gaming operator to make it among the investment bank’s leading stocks. Goldman’s breakdown, based on the latest 13-F US Securities and Exchange Commission filings, found that the basket of stocks most favored by hedge funds […]
Legal
August 20, 2025
Trade Secrets Battle Between Aristocrat and Light & Wonder Shows No Signs of Subsiding
The long-running legal dispute between Aristocrat and Light & Wonder (L&W) over alleged trade secret theft is showing little sign of winding down after the Australian supplier recently brought new claims in US federal court. While both companies currently enjoy significant momentum, the result of the lawsuit could have substantial implications. Aristocrat Accused Its Competitor […]
Industry
August 20, 2025
GambleAware Study Warns Safer Gambling Ads May Backfire
UK gambling charity GambleAware has released new evidence that shows how some of the nation’s most recent “safer gambling” advertisements could have the opposite effect, making people more likely to engage with betting companies. The study, conducted by Thinks Insight & Strategy, based its findings on a detailed analysis of several safer gambling campaigns produced […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
India’s New 40% “Sin Tax” Shakes Gaming Sector
Indian gambling sector representatives rallied against the government’s newly announced 40% “sin tax” on gambling and other luxury goods, one of the most significant hikes in the country’s goods and services tax (GST) regime. The new measure caused industry stocks to crash on Monday as investors feared that the extreme tax burden would make operations […]
Industry
August 19, 2025
Ghana Tightens Gambling Rules with Mandatory Biometric ID Checks
The Ghana Gaming Commission has transformed the nation’s gambling sector. The authority introduced biometric identity verification as mandatory for every bet placed in the country. The new regulation, which takes effect immediately, encompasses online and retail sportsbooks, casinos, and even promotional games. Combined with the recent tax adjustments, it marks a decisive step in Ghana’s […]
