Industry
June 19, 2025
ICRG picks Michael Soll as New President
The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) has announced that the outgoing president, Arthur Paikowsky, will be succeeded by Michael Soll, who will begin his mandate on July 7, 2025. ICRG Installs New President as Incumbent Takes Step Back Soll will be replacing the incumbent at the helm of the body that has achieved numerous […]
Industry
June 18, 2025
States, Tribes, and Industry Groups Join NJ in Legal Dispute Against Kalshi
Groups filing amicus briefs against prediction markets giant Kalshi continue to grow in number as 34 state attorneys general, several tribes, the American Gaming Association (AGA), and more side with the state of New Jersey. New Actors Join New Jersey in Legal Dispute Against Kalshi The legal dispute started when Kalshi filed a lawsuit in […]
Industry
June 18, 2025
New York’s Anti-Sweepstakes Bill Passes Assembly by a Landslide
New York has taken decisive action against sweepstakes as the State Assembly unanimously passed a bill that would prohibit such products in the state. As the measure stands on the verge of passing, sweeps proponents are counting on Governor Kathy Hochul to veto the bill. Senate Bill 5935 Is on the Verge of Passing into […]
Industry
June 18, 2025
Louisiana Regulator Issues Cease-and-Desist Orders to 40 Operators
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) announced that it has taken decisive enforcement action against unlicensed online betting platforms and sweepstakes casinos. This action comes amid continued efforts to restrict the rapid growth of the sweepstakes gaming sector. Louisiana Faces Growing Pressure from Unlicensed Operators The board, which is tasked with exercising regulatory control over […]
Industry
June 18, 2025
PAGCOR Guarantee to Help Players Avoid Scams and Fraud
As the fight against illegal online gambling operators in the Philippines continues, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) launched a new resource for players. Filipino gamblers can leverage this new resource to make sure that the companies they are playing with are legal. PAGCOR Guarantee Will Allow Gamblers to Play with Confidence On June […]
Industry
June 17, 2025
Maine Tribal iGaming Inches Closer to Reality
Maine iGaming is one step away from becoming a reality, although a veto could jeopardize its proponents’ hopes. As the bill heads to Governor Janet Mills’ desk, its future remains uncertain. Maine iGaming Bill Passes Senate Earlier this month, Maine’s tribal online casino bill (LD 1164) secured approval from the House and headed to the […]
Industry
June 17, 2025
ACMA Requests ISP Blocks Against Seven Illegal Operators
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced that it has taken action against seven more illegal online gambling operators, in line with its continued efforts to prevent offshore gaming. ACMA Cracks Down on Seven More Websites In its official release, the ACMA confirmed that the seven illegal online gambling websites in question have been […]
Industry
June 17, 2025
UK Betting and Gaming Council Welcomes CopyBet as Latest Member
The United Kingdom’s Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has welcomed CopyBet as its latest member. By joining the lobby group, the operator will work to raise industry standards and promote safer gambling. BGC Adds CopyBet to the Team CopyBet, an innovative betting platform, has joined the BGC as its latest member, committing to champion safer […]
Industry
June 17, 2025
Connecticut Becomes Second State to Outlaw Online Sweepstakes Casinos
With the stroke of a pen, Governor Ned Lamont has made Connecticut the latest state to crack down on sweepstakes casinos. Senate Bill 1235, signed into law Wednesday, formally ends online sweepstakes casinos in the state. The legislation, which passed just one day before the end of the 2025 legislative session, goes into effect on […]
Industry
June 17, 2025
Ukraine’s Operators Pool Efforts to Identify and Flag Illegal Operators
A scandal rocked the highest echelons of the Ukrainian gambling industry after KRAIL, the former regulator, was accused of playing favors with illegal operators with ties to Russia. Much like other jurisdictions, Ukraine has been no exception in facing the onslaught of illegal gambling websites, even though the regulated market is booming. Techies Put Their […]
