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Melanie Porter
EditorAfter finishing her master's in publishing and writing, Melanie began her career as an online editor for a large gaming blog and has now transitioned over towards the iGaming industry. She helps to ensure that our news pieces are written to the highest standard possible under the guidance of senior management.
Blockchain
November 6, 2025
Gemini Eyes Prediction Markets Amid Rising Competition
NASDAQ-listed Gemini Space Station, the crypto exchange run by billionaire twins Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, is looking to enter prediction markets, joining the wave of companies looking to take advantage of bets on elections, sports, and other real-world events. Upcoming Derivatives Exchange from Gemini The company has filed with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) […]
Business
November 6, 2025
Light & Wonder Posts Strong Q3 Ahead of ASX Move
It’s been a few busy months for the global leader in gaming content and hardware, Light & Wonder. The company cleared for launch in the UAE in July, inked a new partnership with Betson Enterprises, marking its entry into Nevada in mid-August, and announced its readiness to penetrate the Philippines gaming market in September. Now, […]
Legal
November 5, 2025
Appeals Court Revives Resorts World Lawsuit
An appeals court has sent a high-profile lawsuit against Resorts World Las Vegas back to the US District Court for further review, giving high-stakes gambler Robert “R.J.” Cipriani another chance to pursue his claims. Missaplied Judicial Estoppel Cipriani, who posts online under the handle “RobinHood 702,” had been pushing his case for years, alleging that […]
Casino
November 5, 2025
Dispute Over 1-800-GAMBLER Hotline Deepens
The long-running 1-800-GAMBLER hotline, which has become a critical resource for people struggling with problem gambling, is at the center of a dispute over who should operate it and how much data call centers should be collecting from people who reach out for help. The Data Collection Survey Issue The number has belonged to the […]
Casino
November 4, 2025
Ex-Entain CEO Kenny Alexander Trial Set for February 2028
A provisional trial date has been set for February 2028 for former GVC Holdings chief executive Kenny Alexander, now an owner in horse racing, over alleged bribery and fraud linked to gambling services in Turkey. The case also involves former GVC chairman Lee Feldman and several other senior figures from the company, which is now […]
Casino
November 3, 2025
UKGC Shuts Down Casino Over AML Failings
Victoria Gate Casino in Leeds has had its operating licence suspended due to serious concerns over anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing measures. The suspension affects VGC Leeds Limited (operating licence no 000-043603-N-322897-005) and is being carried out under section 116 of the Gambling Act 2005. The day before, the commission took a similar measure […]
Industry
November 3, 2025
NBA Tightens Oversight on Player Prop Bets
The NBA and its co-official sports betting partners are taking a hard look at player prop bets in the wake of recent gambling scandals, focusing on which types of wagers are most vulnerable to manipulation and what limits should be placed on them, sources told ESPN. Sensitive Bets, on the Table Before the season began, […]
Industry
October 31, 2025
Wisconsin Could Legalize Online Betting Statewide
Wisconsin lawmakers are considering a new bipartisan proposal that could bring online sports betting to the entire state, expanding access beyond tribal lands where it’s currently limited. “Gambling Knows No Political Line” Under Wisconsin’s constitution, gambling is only allowed at tribal casinos like Potawatomi in Milwaukee. However, the new bill aims to create a workaround […]
Industry
October 31, 2025
AGA: More Americans Turning to Casinos and Sports Betting
In July, the American Gaming Association (AGA) published its Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker that offered insights into the growth of the casino industry in the US, signaling positive gaming metrics in most states. Now, AGA’s latest “American Attitudes Toward Gaming 2025” study reveals that more Americans are engaging with gaming than ever before. The survey, […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
KSA Fines BetCity €2.65M for Failing to Protect Young Gamblers
The independent administrative body that supervises and regulates gambling services in the Netherlands, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA), has hit BetCity with a EUR 2.65 million ($3.07 million) fine. The punitive measure came as a result of the operator failing to protect young players from gambling-related harm. Improper Monitoring The regulator’s decision followed a lengthy […]
