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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.
Sports
March 28, 2025
NBA, FIBA Announce Next Step to Creating a European League
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) announced their next steps forward to making a separate NBA league in Europe. NBA and FIBA Announce European League Plans NBA commissioner Adam Silver and FIBA secretary general Andreas Zagklis discussed the two organizations’ plans to expand the NBA into the European scene. The […]
Industry
March 27, 2025
Football Pools Pays $485,000 Charge for AML Failures
Football Pools Limited was charged £375,000 ($485,000) by the UK Gambling Commission for failing to meet anti-money laundering and social responsibility standards between September 2022 and August 2023. The Company Agreed to Pay $485,000 for Its Shortcomings Football Pools Limited, one of the oldest legacy betting companies in the UK, has been charged £375,000 (around […]
Industry
March 26, 2025
2025 ASEAN Gaming Summit Records Great Success
The ASEAN Gaming Summit in Manila showcased the growth of the gambling industry, with insights from PAGCOR chairman Alejandro H. Tengco and discussions on emerging trends in gaming and technology. ASEAN Gaming Summit Emphasizes the Industry’s Growth and Success Last week saw the ASEAN Gaming Summit welcome thousands of attendees and dozens of companies from […]
Esports
March 24, 2025
Study Finds In-Game Spending on Roblox Has Negative Impact on Children
A study by the University of Sydney highlights how children struggle with misleading in-game spending features in Roblox and urges for more regulation. Study Examines the Effects of Roblox In-Game Purchases on Children Roblox is one of the largest gaming platforms globally, attracting more monthly users than both the Nintendo Switch and Sony PlayStation combined. […]
Industry
March 21, 2025
Money Laundering Concerns Rise over Cyprus Casino Cash Exemption
A new proposed bill in Cyprus suggests exempting casinos from the €10,000 cash transaction cap but some say this could facilitate money laundering, an activity against which the country has been fighting more intensely. Cyprus MPs Propose Controversial Casino Cash Exemption A bill to exempt casinos from the €10,000 (around $10,840) cash transaction limit has […]
Legal
March 20, 2025
Blake Brinklow Sentenced to 5 Years After Stealing $700K from Sick Parents
Blake Brinklow, a resident of Perth, Australia, has been sentenced to more than five years in prison after the jury found him guilty of stealing $700,000 from his parents to fuel his gambling addiction. Brinklow Sentenced to Five Years In Jail Blake Brinklow was found guilty of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from his […]
Industry
March 19, 2025
“Seeking Understanding” Webinar Recommends Methods for Identifying Problem Gambling
“Seeking Understanding” saw several experts discuss the complex ecosystem of modern gambling and how modern tools can help to identify people who suffer from problematic gambling. What Did “Seeking Understanding” Outline? “Seeking Understanding” was a webinar held this week and hosted by AGEM Director of Responsible Gaming Connie Jones, and it focused on discussions regarding […]
Industry
March 18, 2025
Proposed Bill to Reintroduce Daily Room Cleaning in Las Vegas
If it passes, Senate Bill 360 will reinstate a previous law for daily room cleaning in Las Vegas hotels, and also mandate room inspections “not less than every second consecutive day during a guest’s occupancy.” Senate Bill 360 Aims to Reinstate Daily Hotel Room Cleaning in Las Vegas Senate Bill 360 (SB360), nicknamed “the Hotel […]
Sports
March 17, 2025
Darts Legend Prakash Jiwa Hit With 8-Year Ban for Fixing Matches
Following an investigation and hearing by the Darts Regulation Authority, Prakash Jiwa has been found guilty of fixing matches and banned for eight years, although he denies ever doing so. Prakash Jiwa Is Banned from Pro Darts Prakash Jiwa received an eight-year ban from the Darts Regulation Authority (DRA) disciplinary committee. The player will not […]
Industry
March 14, 2025
Unlicensed Online Gambling in Sweden Continues to Grow in Popularity
Unlicensed gambling sites continue to grow in popularity in Sweden and both officials and publications are calling for more regulations and crackdowns. Sweden Sees More Unlicensed Online Gambling Sites More and more Swedish players decide to use unlicensed gambling sites. According to a report from Swedish publication ATG, unlicensed gambling traffic has significantly increased tenfold […]
