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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.
Legal
March 19, 2025
Australia Hits Active Super with $10.5 Million Fine for Greenwashing
Australia’s Federal Court has ordered superannuation fund Active Super to pay an AUD 10.5 million ($6.70 million) penalty for misleading investors in its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments. The verdict follows court discoveries that revealed Active Super continued investing in businesses it had publicly claimed to exclude from its portfolio. The Court Admonished Active […]
Industry
March 18, 2025
EU Court Ruling Could Derail Lithuania’s Strict Gambling Regulations
Lithuania’s aggressive push to tighten online gambling regulations has suffered a surprise setback following a ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) that declared key amendments to the nation’s gambling law to be non-enforceable due to procedural failures. This apparent oversight by Lithuanian legislators could significantly affect the nation’s efforts to […]
Industry
March 18, 2025
Underdog Exits New York amid Regulatory Scrutiny
Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) operator Underdog Fantasy has agreed to a $17.5 million settlement with the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC). The operator will withdraw its drafts and pick’em games from the state market after contending with allegations of unlawful operations. Despite this setback, the company plans to return to the Empire State and […]
Industry
March 17, 2025
Connecticut Cracks Down on High5Games for Illegal Gambling
The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection’s (DCP) Gaming Division has suspended the license of High5Games, a licensed online gaming service provider, following an investigation that revealed the company was running an unlicensed online platform, High5Casino. Authorities are considering legal action since the operation reportedly affected hundreds of consumers. Customers Lost Almost a Million High5Games, known […]
Industry
March 17, 2025
Italy’s Gambling Regulator Unveils Ambitious 2025–2027 Reform Plan
Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) has unveiled its ambitious Activity and Organisation Plan (PIAO) for 2025-2027 that seeks to modernize, regulate, and bring greater transparency to the nation’s gambling sector. The strategy has special provisions in Italy’s 2025 Budget and aims to establish new compliance measures, introduce technological advancements, and strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) […]
Legal
March 14, 2025
UK Gambling Commission Cracks Down on Illegal Betting Ring
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has intensified its crackdown on unlicensed gambling operations, charging Haydon Simcock, 39, of Weston Coyney, Stoke-on-Trent, for offering illegal gambling services and advertising unlicensed betting platforms. Simcock was detained in September 2024 following a joint investigation by the UKGC and the Staffordshire Police. He is set to appear before the […]
Industry
March 14, 2025
New York Sports Betting Handle Stumbles in February amid Market Uncertainty
New York’s mobile sports betting handle dipped below the $2 billion threshold for the first time in six months, as February’s total bets amounted to $1.98 billion. The decline represented a 20.2% drop from January’s record $2.48 billion handle. However, the figure still represents an 11.2% year-on-year growth compared to February 2024. Revenues Followed a […]
Industry
March 13, 2025
Gambling Industry Leaders Address Rising Challenges and Emerging Opportunities
At the NEXT Summit New York 2025, gambling industry executives, legal experts, and visionaries gathered to discuss the new challenges and opportunities shaping the future of gaming and wagering. Regulatory scrutiny, responsible gambling initiatives, and economic volatility were among the most popular topics as panelists emphasized the importance of strategic flexibility in an evolving industry. […]
Industry
March 13, 2025
Updated Regulations to Transform New Zealand’s Gambling Sector
New Zealand is preparing to move forward with its historic overhaul of its online gambling industry as the government presses on with plans to open up online casino licenses for the first time. This decision marks a turning point in the country’s stance on internet gambling as it aims to move away from the current […]
Industry
March 12, 2025
US Lawmakers Resume Push for Federal Safe Gambling Bill
Hoping to address the risks associated with legal sports betting, US Rep. Paul Tonko and Sen. Richard Blumenthal have reintroduced the Supporting Affordability and Fairness with Every Bet Act (SAFE Bet Act). During an 11 March press conference, the lawmakers highlighted the bill’s merits as a crucial step towards federal regulation of the thriving online […]
