Industry
February 12, 2025
Stake to Exit the UK After Investigation Into Controversial Ad
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced that online gaming giant Stake.com will be leaving the UK market. This follows an investigation into a controversial social media ad. Stake to Exit the UK Stake.com, which champions crypto and online gambling, was recently investigated by the UKGC over a widely viewed video, which featured the brand’s logo. […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
Finnish Lawmakers Prepare to Debate Gambling Reforms
Finland is one of the last European countries to operate gambling under a monopoly model. This framework has been broadly critiqued by industry stakeholders and lawmakers alike, urging the country to introduce changes. As the reform efforts continue, parliament members prepare to debate the proposed changes. The Changes Have Been Considered for a While […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
Canada Struggles with Online Gambling Scams
Authorities have warned customers in Canada about the proliferation of online gambling scams. As it turns out, illicit entities have been impersonating existing operators online, claiming to offer licensed gaming. These Phishing Attempts Are Not Unique to Canada The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) spoke with gaming news outlet CDC Gaming on the matter, saying that […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
No Mass Deportations Expected For LV Hotel, Casino Employees
During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump addressed a number of issues, vowing to bring many changes once he assumes office. After his win in November, it was only a matter of time for this to happen. Last month, Trump assumed office and immediately started signing a range of executive orders in what appears to be […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
Tampa Police Crack Down on Illegal Gambling, Arrest Three
Florida law enforcement recently took down an illegal gambling venue that used to operate seven days a week. The takedown of the illegal gambling house was completed over the weekend and resulted in the arrest of three individuals. The Illegal Gambling Bust to Serve as a Warning Earlier this week, the Tampa Police Department uncovered […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
UK MP Calls for Stricter Loot Box Rules to Safeguard Kids
The ease of access to online games thanks to smartphones and the growing popularity of loot boxes, part of such games, played by children, continue to raise concerns. While the long-term impact of gambling-like content on children is still being analyzed, research already shows that the blurring line between gambling and gaming may have dire […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
UK Gambling Commission Shares Insights from Financial Risk Assessment Trial
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has given an update on the early results of its trial program to assess financial risks for online gambling customers. The first part of this project, which began on August 30, has now ended. The findings offer insights into how these assessments might work to spot players who are at […]
Industry
February 12, 2025
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Bayern Munich 2025 Bundesliga Odds, Time, and Prediction
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Bayern Munich is a duel between last season’s Bundesliga champion (Bayer) and the team currently sitting in the No. 1 spot (Bayern). Both teams have been playing great lately, each with zero losses in the Bundesliga since the start of 2025. All this promises a real spectacle at BayArena on Saturday, February […]
Industry
February 11, 2025
Freezing Temperatures Claim Two Children in Detroit Casino Parking Lot
In a tragic story highlighting the risks associated with freezing weather and homelessness, two children were found dead in a van at the Hollywood Casino Hotel at Greektown parking garage in Detroit. According to police, the kids, aged 9 and 2, froze to death after spending the night in the vehicle that had run out […]
Industry
February 11, 2025
Gibraltar Adopts INTERPOL’s I-GRIP Mechanism to Freeze Illicit Funds
The Gibraltar Financial Intelligence Unit (GFIU) has unveiled a new tie-up with INTERPOL that would strengthen the British Overseas Territory’s anti-financial fraud mechanisms. Known as a major licensing hub for gambling, Gibraltar is always at a higher risk of being exploited by criminal organizations. GFIU Joins Forces with INTERPOL According to the announcement, Gibraltar’s GFIU […]
