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Stefan Velikov
AuthorStefan Velikov is an accomplished iGaming writer and journalist specializing in esports, regulatory developments, and industry innovations. With over five years of extensive writing experience, he has contributed to various publications, continuously refining his craft and expertise in the field.
Industry
July 25, 2025
Drive by DraftKings to Invest More in Real-Money Gaming
Venture capital firm Drive by DraftKings has announced its intention to intensify its focus on real-money gaming (RMG) with the launch of its second fund, highlighting the sector’s rapid growth and its transformative impact on user engagement with entertainment. Drive by DraftKings to Double Down on the Evolving RMG Market Drive’s confidence comes at a […]
Industry
July 24, 2025
Brazil: Finance Minister Speaks Out Against Online Gambling
In a recent interview, Brazil’s Finance Minister Fernando Haddad issued one of his strongest public critiques of the nation’s nascent online betting industry, stating that if it were up to him, he would ban it. Finance Minister Criticizes Online Betting Haddad highlighted what he described as a public health problem, citing the high prevalence of […]
Industry
July 23, 2025
New Study Highlights Rising Number of Problem Gamblers in Botswana
Botswana’s Gambling Authority has published the findings of its National Study on Excessive and Problem Gambling Prevalence, highlighting that individuals aged 21 to 35 are the most vulnerable to problem gambling. Report Finds Concerning Trends in Botswana Gambling Scene The report, commissioned by the Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship, was officially released on July 18, […]
Esports
July 23, 2025
CS2 Pro S1mple Eyes Gambling Streams, Prompting Twitch Gambling Rules Discourse
Popular Counter-Strike professional player and streamer Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyljev alluded to a career change after his contract with the team Na’Vi ends, suggesting that he may become a gambling streamer. However, this also raised the question about the relationship between Twitch and casino-like video game mechanics such as opening cases or loot boxes. S1mple’s Comments Once […]
Legal
July 23, 2025
Whistleblower Accuses EY of Enabling Organized Crime with Links to Gambling
A former partner at Ernst & Young (EY), by the name of Joe Howie, who spent 35 years in various roles at the firm, has alleged that EY knowingly delivered audit and compliance services to gambling clients with suspected ties to transnational organized crime, including Chinese mafia figures involved in US-listed casino companies. He also […]
Legal
July 22, 2025
Old Flip-Flops Help One Man Track Down Phone Thief in Toronto Casino
A chance photo of a pair of worn-out flip-flops helped a determined amateur detective named Jason Zhao find his father’s cellphone at a Toronto-area casino. The unusual chain of events began around 11:30 am on Monday this week, when someone stole Zhao’s father’s iPhone from a supermarket in Toronto’s Scarborough district, kicking off an unexpected […]
Casino
July 22, 2025
Running Rich GRAND PRIX Debuts Onto Las Vegas Casino Floors
Created by Competition Interactive, Running Rich GRAND PRIX has recently made its debut on numerous casino gaming floors throughout Las Vegas. his slot machine features a steering wheel and is hailed as one of the most interactive slot machines ever designed, and a way to bring younger audiences to the gaming floor. The Game Will […]
Industry
July 22, 2025
Trainwreck Hopes His Record-Breaking $37.5M Jackpot Win Remains Unbroken
One of the most outspoken streamers, Trainwreck, recently won a $37.5 million online jackpot, and he said that he hopes it won’t be beaten by a streamer using a fake balance to bet. Trainwreck Won a Record-Breaking $34 Million Jackpot Trainwreck, who shattered the all-time win record while playing the Hex Appeals slot in July […]
Industry
July 21, 2025
AGCO Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling Machines in Toronto
Canada’s Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has revoked the lottery retailer registrations of several businesses in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) after discovering they were operating unauthorized electronic gambling machines branded as Prime Slot. This comes after the regulator has stated on numerous occasions that it plans to tighten its grip on the […]
Industry
July 21, 2025
US Election Prediction Markets Expand Despite Legal and Regulatory Hurdles
American election bettors now have more options than ever, with a growing array of apps and websites offering daily opportunities to wager on the next president, and more, as the landscape for political betting continues to broaden. The latest indication of the rising interest in US election wagering, and the push by various platforms to […]
