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Silvia Pavlof
WriterAn expert in industry analysis, Silvia closely tracks global mergers, acquisitions, and transitions in corporate strategy. She investigates market consolidation and competitive dynamics. Her sharp financial insights help executives and investors decode complex structural shifts, empowering them to navigate high-stakes deals and capitalize on emerging industry trends worldwide.
Sports
March 27, 2025
Sports Illustrated Teams Up with Galactic to Create New Prediction Market
Sports Illustrated plans to roll out a one-of-a-kind prediction market platform, SI Predict together with UK-based media firm Galactic. The new platform will hit the market in the second quarter of 2025, giving users a chance to make sports-related wagers without betting on game results. Sports Illustrated’s SI Predict Offers Fans a New Way to […]
Industry
March 27, 2025
EDGE Boost Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Banking Solution for Bettors
EDGE Markets has officially launched its innovative banking platform, EDGE Boost, designed to provide sports bettors with a financial management tool independent from traditional banks and gaming operators. The platform offers dedicated bank accounts and debit cards tailored for gaming transactions, aiming to promote responsible betting practices. EDGE Markets Raises $17.2M to Enhance Financial Solutions […]
Industry
March 27, 2025
ANALOME Fights Back Against Brazil’s Federal Betting Domain Rule
Brazil’s National Association of Municipal and State Lotteries (ANALOME) has challenged a new rule from Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA-MF). The rule says legal betting operations must use the “.bet.br” domain. ANALOME claims this rule breaks legal principles, limits market competition, and puts state and municipal lotteries at financial risk. Lottery Association Says […]
Sports
March 26, 2025
Gambling Sponsorships Are Growing More Influential in European Soccer
A new study conducted by Investigate Europe shows that betting companies have a strong influence on European soccer, with about two-thirds of top teams having financial connections to the gambling sector. This research points out how much soccer now depends on money from betting amid increased concerns about gambling addiction and governments trying to limit […]
Industry
March 26, 2025
Gordon Moody’s Awareness Day Leads the Fight Against Gambling Harm
Gordon Moody has unveiled International Gambling Harms Awareness Day 2025, scheduled for Wednesday, March 26. This worldwide event aims to highlight the often-ignored impacts of gambling addiction, including its emotional, financial, and social consequences. Gordon Moody’s Campaign Seeks to End Stigma and Provide Support for Gambling Harm Victims The campaign, with the theme #BehindTheBet, strives […]
Casino
March 25, 2025
Boxer Accused of Cheating NBA Players in High-Stakes Dice Games
The FBI is looking into professional boxer Adrien Broner. They think he scammed NBA players out of $6.5 million with rigged dice games. Court papers say a witness in a federal case pointed to “A.B.” as the mastermind behind the scam targeting a current and a former NBA All-Star. Boxer and Gang Boss Linked to […]
Casino
March 25, 2025
Thailand Gets Closer to Making Casinos Legal as Public Shows Strong Support
Thailand’s plan to make casinos legal has gotten a big thumbs up from the public. Government officials have said they are open to changing some rules to make it easier for locals to go to these casinos. The Finance Ministry held a public hearing from February 28 to March 14. Official sources say almost 80% […]
Legal
March 25, 2025
Florida Lawmakers Act to Close Loophole After Regulator Joins FanDuel
Florida lawmakers are advancing a bill to stop state gambling regulators from switching to jobs in the industry they once supervised. This follows Louis Trombetta, Florida’s former lead gaming regulator taking a lobbying job with FanDuel after leaving his position. House Bill 1467 Introduces Two-Year Cooling-Off Period for Florida Gambling Regulators House Bill 1467 led […]
Sports
March 24, 2025
DraftKings Considers Prediction Markets as Regulations Shift
DraftKings keeps a close eye on changes in regulations as it thinks about joining the prediction markets field. Analysts at Citizens JMP pointed out the company’s interest in this area saying that DraftKings hopes for a good decision from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). CEO Jason Robins Discusses DraftKings’ Future and Potential Expansion At […]
Industry
March 24, 2025
Japan Launches New Plan to Combat Illegal Online Gambling
The Japanese government has rolled out a new plan to stop the spread of illegal online gambling. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Cabinet gave the green light to a full plan that includes tougher rules for payment collection services and affiliate marketers who push offshore gambling sites. Authorities Tighten Controls on Online Casinos as Gambling Addiction […]
