Industry
April 21, 2026
Nevada Considers Updating Its Black Book
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is weighing changes to the state’s infamous Black Book. The list, formally known as Nevada’s List of Excluded Persons, bans individuals considered a threat to the integrity of the state’s gaming industry from entering casinos. New additions are rare, and removals are almost unheard of. Bowyer Faced Harsh Criticism […]
Industry
April 21, 2026
Pennsylvania Approves Grant to Support New Safer Gambling Platform
Pennsylvania has agreed to back the launch of a safer gaming platform that will teach people how to play responsibly and help those harmed by gambling. The decision to back the platform comes as online gaming in Pennsylvania continues to experience unprecedented growth. The General Assembly Has Agreed to Back Almond Digital Health Pennsylvania’s General […]
Industry
April 21, 2026
Big Rise in Illegal Betting During Grand National Weekend
The Grand National, Britain’s biggest horse race, has once again gotten a lot of attention from the public. However, along with the excitement, there are growing concerns about the amount of illegal gambling that is happening in connection with the race. GBP 100m in Bets Flow to Illegal Sites During Aintree Event Recent estimates published […]
Industry
April 21, 2026
GeoComply Slashes Workforce by 15% as Streamlining Operations a Priority
GeoComply, a leader in delivering geolocation services and fencing for regulated iGaming operators, is reportedly streamlining its operations, as originally reported by Sportico, with the company cutting 15% of its 450-strong global workforce. GeoComply to Drop 15% of Its Workforce GeoComply is optimizing its current operations to spur future growth, with offices in three countries: […]
Industry
April 20, 2026
Brazil’s President Pushes for New Restrictions on Online Gambling
Brazil is currently considering changes to its online betting regulations as the government prepares new restrictions that could shake up one of the world’s fastest-growing gambling markets. Officials close to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva say a presidential decree is in the works, which will restrict access to betting platforms and limit promotional activities. […]
Industry
April 17, 2026
Former Chicago Mayor Proposes 10% Tax on Online Gambling to Fund Education
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has proposed a new 10% tax on online gambling and prediction markets to help finance research in areas where the United States is competing with China. Ex-Chicago Mayor Proposes Tax on Online Gambling The former Illinois representative, White House chief of staff, and US ambassador to Japan’s proposal would impose […]
Industry
April 17, 2026
Brazil Considers Snuffing Out Online Betting a Year After Legalization
At the beginning of 2025, Brazil officially launched its online betting and iGaming framework, marking a new era for gambling in the country. However, a little over a year later, the governing party considers putting a stop to it. Brazil Could Put an End to Its Online Gaming Framework Coming shortly after President Luiz Inácio […]
Industry
April 17, 2026
US Regulator Vows Tough Action on Prediction Market Abuse
The head of the United States’ primary derivatives watchdog has pledged a sweeping crackdown on misconduct in the fast-expanding prediction market sector as lawmakers intensify scrutiny over potential abuses and conflicts of interest. Lawmakers Clash as CFTC Cracks Down on Insider Trading in Prediction Markets Michael Selig, who leads the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), […]
Industry
April 17, 2026
Alberta’s Online Betting Market Draws 32 Operators Before Launch
It’s set: Alberta will launch its regulated online gambling market on July 13, 2026, bringing about a significant shift in the way the Canadian province tackles the activity. As expected, dozens of major operators, including DraftKings and PointsBet have already expressed their intention to enter the market. DraftKings said it plans to offer both sports […]
Industry
April 16, 2026
iGaming Ontario Showcases Centralized Self-Exclusion System BetGuard
Ontario’s online casino market has quickly become one of the top markets globally. However, the rapid growth of gaming also necessitates stronger player protection measures. As a result, iGaming Ontario just unveiled its new centralized self-exclusion system. BetGuard Will Shield Players from Harm The reveal happened at the recent Responsible Gambling Council’s RGC Discovery conference […]
