Industry
February 2, 2026
UFC Fighter Hernandez Breaks Silence on Suspicious Betting Activity Case
UFC lightweight fighter Alexander Hernandez has spoken out for the first time since his scheduled fight against Michael Johnson at UFC 324 in Las Vegas was called off last week amid concerns over suspicious betting activity. Hernandez Says He Would Never Dishonor the Sport In a post on Instagram, Hernandez explained that he would never […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Study Explores How Adolescent Boys Are Being Tricked into Gambling
A new study named “Betting on Boys: Understanding Gambling Among Adolescent Boys” reveals how gambling has become common among adolescent boys, showing that more than a third of boys gamble before they turn 18. Study Explores the Ways Boys Are Lured into Gambling Conducted by Common Sense Media, the report is the second one in […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Tabcorp Hit with Penalty as ACMA Cracks Down on Self-Exclusion Violations
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has taken action against six more gaming operators. While the body is best known for tackling the invasive offshore gaming sector, this time, its regulatory action was directed toward licensed sports betting operators. Six Operators Violated the Self-Exclusion Rules In its official announcement, the ACMA confirmed that it […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Kindbridge & Axis Integrated Mental Health to Bolster Gambling Addiction Treatment in CO
Kindbridge Behavioral Health, a Denver-based mental health service provider dedicated to supporting people with problem gambling, announced a new partnership with Axis Integrated Mental Health, one of Colorado’s top mental health clinics. The tie-up is set to expand access to problem gambling treatment in the Centennial State. The Deal Will Create a Clear Pathway for […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Jackpot.com Secures $10M from Discerning Capital, Seeks US Growth
Jackpot.com, a leading independent lottery courier service, has secured extra funding that will allow it to continue to expand its presence in the US. The company currently operates in 7 states and is looking forward to launching in additional ones. Jackpot.com Seeks Growth in the US The announcement confirmed that Jackpot.com has secured a $10 […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
Pentagon Removes Loot Box Vending Machine After Review
What do one of the most secure buildings in the world and loot box-style vending machines have in common? For a brief period, one hosted the other, for reasons that are still unclear but will likely be identified. Surprises at the Pentagon We are talking about the Pentagon, which, according to information confirmed by Department […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
CFTC May Be Getting a Soft Spot for Prediction Markets
On Thursday, US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) chairman Michael Selig said that the regulator intends to withdraw the unfinalized rules that were meant as a federal deterrent against prediction markets in the early days. The idea was to limit these platforms’ ability to offer sports and political bets, but the buck has since passed […]
Industry
January 30, 2026
NCPG Launches New National Gambling Support Line
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has started using a new nationwide helpline number, 1-800-MY-RESET, to make support for gambling-related problems easier to access and remember. People across the United States can now call this number at any time to get professional help with gambling issues. Updated National Gambling Helpline Aims to Break Barriers […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Virginia iGaming Bill Moves Forward After Player Safety Discussions
Lawmakers in Virginia have pushed ahead with Senate Bill 118 (SB118), which aims to legalize online casino gaming. The advance of the project legislation comes after changes were made to ensure better consumer safeguards and problem gambling protections. Senate Bill 118 Moves Forward This isn’t the first time a law for iGaming has been proposed […]
Industry
January 29, 2026
Ohio Governor Regrets Signing Bill Legalizing Sports Betting in the State
When asked about mistakes he regrets from his 7-year tenure as Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine says approving the legislation that legalized sports gambling in the state ranks as his biggest regret. Governor DeWine Regrets Allowing Sports Betting DeWine signed a bill in December 2021 that legalized sports gambling across the state, with betting launching in […]
