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Melanie Porter's latest articles
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.
Industry
November 6, 2024
France Initiates iCasino Talks with Industry Stakeholders
At the end of October, we reported on France’s Minister Delegate for the Budget and Public Accounts announcement the government would no longer consider the legalization of iGaming, with lawmakers taking a stake back in light of economic concerns. France and Cyprus are the only EU member states that continue to prohibit iGaming. Now, roughly […]
Business
November 6, 2024
Livesport’s Flashscore Network Acquires BeSoccer’s Asset Portfolio
Livesport‘s flagship product, the Flashscore network, has successfully completed the acquisition of BeSoccer, a Spanish platform specializing in live scores, statistics, and news dedicated to soccer fans. The Largest Acquisition in Livesport’s History The strategic move with undisclosed terms underlines the brand’s commitment to expanding its presence in the sports tech industry, bringing an additional […]
Industry
November 5, 2024
Kansas Bettors, Oblivious of Gambling Tax Regulations
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is having a hard time keeping tabs on gambling winnings, according to a recent study we reported on last month. The results of the study showed a large number of gamblers in the US failed to report their winnings, which caused the IRS to miss out on roughly $1.4 billion […]
Slots
November 5, 2024
Reflex Gaming and Yggdrasil Release Big Game Fishing TopHit
Yggdrasil’s YGG Masters partner Reflex Gaming has released its latest title, Big Game Fishing TopHit, a game featuring one of the industry’s most beloved themes and interesting features for a fun-packed experience. The game joins the impressive roster of games released by the duo in the last years, including Secret of Anubis DoubleMax, Fast Fruits […]
Industry
November 4, 2024
Horse Racing Betting Companies’ Donations to Political Parties Up 632%
According to fresh data from the Australian Electoral Commission, examined by the parliamentary library, donations from major horse betting companies to major political parties have gone up a whopping 632% from $66,650 in 2013-2014 to $488,000 in 2022-2023. The revelation came amid Canberra’s ongoing debate on a potential ban on gambling advertising. Eight Big Donors […]
Industry
November 4, 2024
Reeves Says No to Online Gambling Tax Hike, Sparks Criticism
Last month, we reported on the Labour Party’s plan to consider a £3 billion tax hike for gambling companies, mostly aimed at online casinos and sports betting activities. Chancellor Rachel Reeves and ministers were then pondering a rise in the online gambling taxes from 21% to 50% that would have boosted public finances by roughly […]
Industry
November 1, 2024
Indonesian Police Arrest Ministry Employee for Alleged Online Gambling
The central executive agency part of the Indonesian Police Force, the National Police’s Criminal Investigation Agency (Badan Reserse Kriminal or Bareskrim), placed an employee of the Communications and Digital Ministry under arrest on Thursday. The decision was made amid allegations regarding his involvement in online gambling. Ongoing Investigation National Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Trunoyudo Wisnu […]
Industry
November 1, 2024
Ireland Launches Search for GRAI’s Chair and Board Members
Ireland has officially started to recruit the seven members required for the board of its newly formed statutory body. Applications will close on November 15. The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), established under the landmark Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 that was turned into law in October last month, seeks to create a comprehensive framework […]
Business
October 31, 2024
UKGC Reports 11% GGY Boost Amid Record High Slot Revenue
The latest market overview published by the UK Gambling Commission has reported a gross gambling yield (GGY) of £1.32 billion ($1.71 billion) in the three months to 30 September. The increase was primarily triggered by a recorded 16% uptick in online slot activity among UK gamblers, which propelled slot revenue to a record high. Over […]
Industry
October 31, 2024
NY’s RPP Discusses More Problem Gambling Prevention Measures
New York State’s Responsible Play Partnership (RPP) born as a means of uniting all stakeholders in addressing problem gambling and bridging gaps between gaming operators and treatment providers has announced a series of important collaborative measures to curb problem gambling. At a gathering at del Lago Resort & Casino, the RPP, comprised of the New […]
