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June 3, 2026
Pennsylvania Bill Strives for Skill Game Protections
Pennsylvania legislators introduced new legislation that could dramatically change the way skill-based gaming machines are used across the state, focusing on consumer protection and regulatory oversight. House Committee Reviews Bill Setting Strict Controls on Skill Game Access The House Gaming Oversight Committee is currently reviewing House Bill 2557, which was introduced in early June and […]
Industry
June 3, 2026
New Jersey Moves Toward Prohibiting In-Play Betting
A push to rein in microbetting is gaining traction in New Jersey, as lawmakers weigh the dangers that come with the rising popularity of the format. NJ Proposal Separates Online and In-Person Sports Bets The measure is designed to curb so-called microbetting, a form of wagering that allows users to make bets on very short-term […]
Industry
June 2, 2026
Three Suspects Steal Gambling Machine from Sunoco Store in Philadelphia
Early Sunday morning, three masked men robbed a Sunoco gas station in Northeast Philadelphia and stole a gambling machine. Police are currently searching for the suspects. Thieves Steal Gambling Machine from a Sunoco Gas Station The incident occurred around 4 am at a Sunoco station on the 7900 block of Bustleton Avenue in Rhawnhurst. Investigators […]
Industry
June 2, 2026
Gambling Reform Debate Intensifies in Austria
Austria is heading toward a milestone shift in its online gambling landscape, with policymakers considering a move that would end years of monopoly control and create space for multiple licensed casino operators. The evolving discussions reflect a desire to modernize the market. However, industry stakeholders fear that the proposed measures may be too harsh. Reforms […]
Industry
June 2, 2026
EGBA Hails Publication of European Standard on Markers of Harm in Gambling
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has expressed its firm support for the publication of the European standard on markers of harm in gambling. This comes amid continued efforts to standardize anti-problem gambling measures and champion safer gambling across the European Union. CEN Published European Standard on Markers of Harm in Gambling On May […]
Industry
June 1, 2026
Dayclubs in Las Vegas Have Boomed Recently. But Why?
In 2026, some of the highest revenue generators on the Las Vegas Strip were dayclubs, a fact that may seem to contradict the stereotype that the city is most profitable during its neon-lit nights. This seeming shift begs the question – why have dayclubs become so successful? Luxury Is a Fundamental Driving Force A leading […]
Industry
June 1, 2026
Majority of Americans Oppose Sports Betting, Poll Says
According to a new Overton Insights poll, shared exclusively with The Center Square, Americans are significantly more likely to oppose the legalization of sports betting than support it. Just 31% of respondents said they favor legal sports wagering, while 47% expressed opposition. Poll Argues Americans Oppose Sports Betting The survey was conducted from May 16 […]
Industry
June 1, 2026
New Analysis Questions Accuracy of UKGC Gambling Survey
A recent study has raised fresh concerns about the reliability of the UK’s primary gambling survey, suggesting that participation numbers may be significantly overstated across a number of activities. The analysis, presented by Regulus Partners researcher Dan Waugh, compares official survey results with industry data and points to some interesting discrepancies. New Analysis Suggests GSGB […]
Industry
May 29, 2026
Argentina Bill Targets Illegal Betting and Youth Gambling
Argentina’s Congress will soon review a sweeping reform bill that seeks to tighten oversight of online betting while reframing addiction as a public-health concern. The proposal, supported by President Javier Milei, arrives as digital gambling is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Officials cite a sharp rise in accessibility, particularly among younger users, as payment apps […]
Industry
May 29, 2026
KSA Launches Harm Awareness Campaign Ahead of FIFA World Cup
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has warned young sports fans of the dangers of excessive sports betting. The so-called Laat je niet zoek spelen (Don’t let yourself Get lost in the game) campaign comes ahead of the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup. “Don’t Let Yourself Get Lost in the Game” As the campaign’s title suggests, […]