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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.
Business
July 10, 2025
DoubleDown Acquires Whow Games in €65 Million Deal
DoubleDown Interactive has reached another substantial milestone in its ambitions to bolster its global presence with the acquisition of Whow Games, a free-to-play social casino game developer based in Germany. The deal, valued at €65 million ($76.24 million), consists of a €55 million ($64.51 million) upfront payment and a performance-based earn-out of up to €10 […]
Casino
July 10, 2025
Curaçao Settles with 12 Online Casino Operators amid Rising Regulatory Scrutiny
Amidst Curaçao’s ongoing efforts to enhance enforcement in its gambling sector, the country’s Public Prosecutor’s Office has reached an out-of-court settlement with 12 online gaming operators accused of violating identity verification rules. While none of the implicated companies admitted any wrongdoing, they agreed to pay a fine and amend any regulatory deficiencies. Users Could Gamble […]
Industry
July 9, 2025
Super Group to Withdraw from US Market Despite Expected Growth
Spin and Betway parent Super Group has announced its intentions to fully exit the United States market, even as it reported its strongest quarter to date and raised its 2025 global revenue and EBITDA guidance. The company plans a significant strategic reshuffling, redirecting its efforts toward other promising markets worldwide that can deliver sustained growth. […]
Business
July 9, 2025
BetMakers Wraps Up AUD 13.7M Capital Raise, Bolstering Strategic Position
BetMakers Technology Group has reported the success of its new share purchase plan, drawing over AUD 1.2 million ($790,000) from shareholders and finalizing a broader capital raise of AUD 13.7 million ($8.96 million). The company announced it would issue 12 million new shares under the SPP at AUD 0.10 per share, and that trading would […]
Industry
July 8, 2025
Brazilian Authorities Join Forces with Tech Giants to Target Illegal Gambling
Brazil’s Ministry of Finance and the Digital Council of Brazil have formally signed a joint agreement that aims to curb illegal online gambling. This move aligns with the nation’s intensifying efforts to bring order to its online gambling industry, uniting regulators and major tech platforms as they seek to detect and eliminate illegal gambling content. […]
Industry
July 8, 2025
Trump’s Gambling Tax Cap Draws Divided Opinions
Rep. Dina Titus is leading a legislative effort to repeal a controversial tax provision buried in President Donald Trump’s sweeping new fiscal package. Her newly proposed legislation aims to challenge Section 70014 of the recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which limits the deductibility of gambling losses to 90% of winnings. However, some analysts […]
Industry
July 7, 2025
AGA Applauds Trump’s Tax Bill Despite Uproar from Gamblers
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has faced fierce criticism from the broader gambling community after it publicly supported President Donald Trump’s controversial tax legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The newly enacted law contains a provision that limits the deductibility of gaming losses, a change that means many bettors could face tax obligations […]
Sports
July 7, 2025
Trump Plans UFC Fight on White House Grounds as Part of America 250 Celebrations
In a move that blends spectacle with symbolism, President Donald Trump declared Thursday that the White House will host a live UFC bout in honor of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Trump framed the proposal as part of a broader push to honor the momentous occasion, with high-profile celebrations planned across national parks, past battlefields, […]
Sports
July 3, 2025
FC Bayern Inks Landmark Multi-Year Sponsorship Deal with Betano
FC Bayern Munich has signed a milestone sponsorship agreement with Betano, the flagship sportsbook brand of Kaizen Gaming. The deal announced this week makes Betano an Official Sponsor of the club through the 2027/28 season, marking one of the most high-profile commercial partnerships in recent European soccer history. Kaizen Gaming Remains Set on Global Expansion […]
Legal
July 3, 2025
PrizePicks Withdraws Non-Compete Lawsuit Against Former Executive
PrizePicks has withdrawn its lawsuit against former head of social media Judah Huffman, closing a controversial case that raised questions about corporate non-compete agreements and the use of AI tools in the workplace. Rather than proceeding to a full trial, the two parties agreed to pursue a private resolution, as is often the case with […]
