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Silvia Pavlof
AuthorSilvia has dabbled in all sorts of writing – from content writing for social media to movie scripts. She has a Bachelor's in Screenwriting and experience in marketing and producing documentary films. With her background as a customer support agent within the gambling industry, she brings valuable insight to the Gambling News writers’ team.
Industry
August 8, 2025
Health Experts Push to Stop Industry-Funded School Materials
A group of top health professionals and organizations has asked UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to stop schools from using learning resources paid for by companies in the alcohol, gambling, and junk food industries. The group says these sponsorships can harm kids’ health and their understanding of risky behaviors. Health Experts Warn of Misleading School […]
Casino
August 8, 2025
Swedish NCP Finalizes Report on Worker Rights Complaint at Evolution AB Georgia
The Swedish National Contact Point (NCP) for Responsible Business Conduct has put out its final statement about a work-related complaint against live gaming powerhouse Evolution AB. The Social Justice Center in Tbilisi filed the complaint on behalf of the Evo-Union trade union. It raised issues about work conditions, pay, and union rights at Evolution’s branch […]
Casino
August 8, 2025
Philippine Online Gambling Operators Join Forces to Create PlaySafe Alliance
A group of authorized online gambling companies in the Philippines has started a new industry effort, the PlaySafe Alliance of the Philippines, to enhance responsible practices, strengthen supervision, and protect players. This action happens as the industry faces increasing examination from politicians and regulators during broader talks about its future in the nation. DigiPlus Interactive […]
Casino
August 7, 2025
Ex-Wynn Server Takes Lower Payout in Ongoing FMLA Battle
A cocktail server who used to work at Wynn Las Vegas has decided to take a much smaller damages payment. This comes after a federal judge said the jury’s earlier award was too high in a case about the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Judge Questions Jury’s Damage Award in Wynn Server’s Family Leave […]
Industry
August 7, 2025
Gordon Brown Wants Gambling Tax Boost to Fight Rising Child Poverty
Gordon Brown, who used to be the UK Prime Minister, has called on the government to make online gambling companies pay a lot more in taxes. He thinks this will help deal with the big increase in child poverty all over the UK. His suggestion comes at a time when Labor is feeling more pressure […]
Sports
August 7, 2025
Las Vegas Struggles as Young People Skip the Strip
Las Vegas, once the top spot for fun, gambling, and nightlife, now sees fewer visitors, and changing habits of younger people might be the main reason. Las Vegas Visitor Numbers Plunge as Younger Generations Opt for Online Gambling In June 2025, about 3.1 million people came to the city, an 11.3% drop from last June, […]
Casino
July 14, 2025
VGW Starts Charging Sales Tax as Legal Pressure Grows in Sweepstakes Market
Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), which runs sweepstakes casino sites Chumba Casino, Global Poker, and Luckyland Slots, has started to add sales taxes to what users buy on its platforms. This change happens as the company deals with more regulatory oversight in the United States, where lawmakers are paying closer attention to the sweepstakes gaming industry. […]
Industry
July 14, 2025
Senate Blocks Attempt to Reverse Gambling Tax Rule
A bill to undo a controversial tax change affecting US gamblers ran into strong opposition in the Senate on July 10, halting plans to bring back full deductions for gambling losses. Effort to Restore Full Gambling Loss Deductions Thwarted by Republican Hold Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, who opposes the provision, tried to speed up […]
Sports
July 11, 2025
DraftKings to Give Back Over $3M to Connecticut Users
DraftKings has agreed to return more than $3 million to thousands of its Connecticut customers after a state-led probe uncovered problems with the company’s marketing tactics. The deal follows the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) starting a review of promotional campaigns run by the sports betting and online casino operator. DraftKings to Refund 7,000+ Customers […]
Business
July 11, 2025
Flutter Entertainment Takes Full Control of FanDuel in Big $1.76B Deal
Flutter Entertainment has struck a deal to buy the last 5% of FanDuel from Boyd Gaming Corporation. This $1.755 billion purchase will give Flutter total ownership of the top US sportsbook and iGaming platform. The move values FanDuel at about $31 billion and will change the US sports betting scene. Flutter Secures $1.75B Loan for […]
