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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.
Casino
August 15, 2025
SA’s Poker Machine Losses Cross Record $1B Mark
Just last month, Australian physicians expressed serious concerns regarding social media influencers bombarding ordinary citizens with content that glamorizes pokies, while failing to speak about the potential risks. Now, new data speaks of South Australians losing more than $1 billion on these machines in the past financial year, marking the highest figure ever recorded in […]
Sports
August 14, 2025
Ohio, MLB Probe Guardians Pitchers in Betting Case
The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) has confirmed it is actively working with Major League Baseball (MLB) to complete the investigation of Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz. Flagged Wagers According to the commission, an Ohio-licensed sportsbook initially alerted them on June 30 regarding suspicious wagering activity connected to a number of Guardians […]
Sports
August 14, 2025
BlueBet Criticized for Failing VIP Gambler Protections
A recent investigation by the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission (NTRWC) has revealed concerning practices by Australian bookmaker BlueBet when handling a high-stakes VIP customer back in 2021. “Unacceptable” Conduct A federal parliamentary inquiry, led by the late Labor MP Peta Murphy, had already warned that bonus bets push people toward riskier bets, lead […]
Casino
August 13, 2025
Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel Celebrates “the Beginnng of a New Era”
At the end of last week, Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel celebrated a landmark moment with the grand opening of its newly expanded resort. Formerly known simply as Snoqualmie Casino before the November 2024 rebranding, the property located in “scenic foothills” just minutes from Seattle now features a striking hotel tower, a full-service spa, indoor and […]
Industry
August 13, 2025
ROGA, BetBlocker Partner to Expand Free Gambling Block Tool
The 2024-launched body that reunites eight of the largest online gaming operators in the country, the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA), has inked an important partnership with Delaware-registered charity BetBlocker. The new agreement will give more Americans access to free tools to help them stay in control of their gambling. Giving Individuals Practical Tools ROGA, […]
Casino
August 12, 2025
Honolulu Police Shut Down Fourth Illegal Gambling Den
Honolulu police recently shut down another illegal gambling operation on Queen Street, seizing 26 digital gambling machines and $7,547 in cash during a search on August 7 around 3 p.m. Officers from the Narcotics/Vice Division conducted the raid, but no arrests were made at the scene. Fourth Illegal Den Shut Down in a Month The […]
Casino
August 12, 2025
Four Charged in $1M Edmonton Casino ATM Fraud
Four men from Edmonton are facing serious charges after what the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) describe as a “co-ordinated ATM fraud” targeting casinos in the city and causing more than $1 million in losses. Police Carried Six Search Warrants According to a statement released Monday by the RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region (NWR), the […]
Casino
August 11, 2025
NSW Police Officer Who Gambled Family Gold Could Face Legal Action
New South Wales Police have been issued a stark warning about the risks gambling addiction poses to the force’s security and integrity following a troubling investigation under the name Operation Dartmoor. Money Laundering Ties, Investigated The probe, conducted under section 132 of the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission Act 2016 regarding allegations of gambling and money […]
Poker
August 11, 2025
Tribes Fight Ruling Blocking Lawsuit Over California Cardrooms
California’s long-running battle over who is legally allowed to run certain casino-style games reignited at the end of last week, when tribal casinos decided to fight off a recent court ruling that threatens to shut down their lawsuit against non-tribal cardrooms. Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Lauri Damrell gave a tentative ruling to dismiss the […]
Sports
August 8, 2025
Kenya to Increase Gambling Age, Set Minimum Bets
Lawmakers in Kenya want to adopt an even tougher stance on gambling with a fresh attempt to raise the legal betting age from 18 to 21. During the National Assembly session held at the end of July, parliament members also considered introducing a minimum bet requirement of Ksh50 ($0.39) on all sportsbook platforms. Both moves […]
