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Deyan Dimitrov
WriterDeyan investigates complex legal frameworks and closely tracks regulatory compliance across the global betting industry. Armed with a background in international corporate law, he advises top-tier iGaming operators on multi-jurisdictional licensing, anti-money laundering directives, and emerging markets. His strategic foresight makes him a trusted, insider voice for stakeholders mitigating risk worldwide.
Industry
June 22, 2026
Austria To End Online Gambling Monopoly in 2027
Austria is moving toward one of the biggest changes to its gambling policy in decades, but the road ahead is uncertain as political leaders struggle to reach an agreement. The federal government wants to pass a new gambling law before summer, drastically changing how the industry operates. Despite the tight timeline, coalition partners are still […]
Legal
June 22, 2026
Rockingham Casino Dispute Heads to State Supreme Court
An ongoing dispute over a proposed casino in Rockingham County is headed to North Carolina’s Supreme Court. The case centers on a 192-acre rezoning effort that would allow commercial development, including a potential casino. This appeal likely marks the final stretch for a lawsuit from nearby residents and businesses who say the county moved too […]
Industry
June 19, 2026
Ireland Tightens Gambling Oversight with New Risk Rules
Ireland is tightening its controls over the gambling sector with a new national risk assessment. The report, accompanied by a 30-point action plan, shows a clear change in how authorities view the risks associated with betting activity. The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is leading this new initiative and will assume a more active […]
Business
June 19, 2026
Ilitch Family Expands Casino Ambitions with New Acquisitions
Detroit’s Ilitch family is taking a larger interest in the casino business, lining up new acquisitions in established gaming markets. The family’s holding company has created Ilitch Gaming, a platform to bring its casino, hospitality and entertainment assets under one umbrella. The move signals a shift from a largely local presence to a more expansive […]
Legal
June 18, 2026
Former Star Executives Face Career Bans and Steep Fines
In a definitive ruling, the Australian Federal Court found that former Star Entertainment Group chief executive Matthias Bekier and former chief legal and risk officer Paula Martin breached their duties multiple times. Justice Michael Lee imposed disqualification orders of six and seven years and financial penalties of AUD 700,000 ($491,000) for Bekier and AUD 400,000 […]
Legal
June 18, 2026
Michigan Scores Early Court Win Over Polymarket
In a sharply worded decision, US District Judge Paul L. Maloney refused to stop Michigan regulators from enforcing state gambling laws against prediction platform Polymarket. The company had asked for a preliminary injunction, saying its sports-related contracts are federally regulated as financial derivatives. The court was not persuaded despite Polymarket’s insistence that it was regulated […]
Legal
June 17, 2026
Playtech Remains Out of Evolution’s Anti-Competitive Lawsuit
A legal fight between two of the biggest technology suppliers to the gambling industry has taken another turn, with a New Jersey judge refusing to add Playtech as another defendant. The dispute stems from a controversial 2021 report that claimed Evolution was operating in restricted markets. Compiled by private intelligence firm Black Cube, the paper […]
Legal
June 17, 2026
Brazilian Court Backs Aviator Studio in Legal Fight Against Spribe
The protracted legal dispute over the “Aviator” name has taken another twist in Brazil, where a federal court has ruled in favor of Aviator Studio in its battle against Spribe. The verdict by the 18th Federal Civil Court of the Federal District suspends Spribe’s ability to use its Brazilian trademark registration for “Aviator” while the […]
Legal
June 16, 2026
Supreme Court Dismisses MGM Discrimination Case Appeal
A long-running discrimination case involving MGM’s National Harbor property has reached its end after the US Supreme Court declined to reexamine it. This decision means that a jury verdict that favored the casino operator will remain in place. The case involved a former retail manager who claimed she was pushed out of her role because […]
Industry
June 15, 2026
Chicago Split over Video Gaming as Mayor Pushes Repeal
Tensions over video gaming terminals (VGTs) have exposed sharp divisions within Chicago’s City Council. What started as a budget-driven effort to lift the city’s long-standing ban on such machines has quickly morphed into a broader political fight. Supporters say VGTs are a way to create new revenue for a city under constant fiscal pressure. Critics, […]
