Industry
December 3, 2024
Man Drives SUV Off Casino Parking Garage Roof in Evansville
A guy in Evansville, Indiana, is in big trouble after a strange and damaging event at Bally’s Casino. Police say Jeremiah Oldham drove his SUV off the seventh floor of the casino’s parking garage on Monday morning. His vehicle crashed into the roof of the nearby Executive Conference Center. Man Charged with Felonies After High-Speed […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
WHO Proposes Gambling Ads Ban, Says Stricter Regulation is Needed
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of safer gambling measures, promoting stronger solutions instead. The organization highlighted the serious societal dangers gambling poses and urged jurisdictions to adopt a more resolute approach. Stricter Measures Are Needed, the WHO Says The WHO slammed the gambling industry’s safer gambling measures, saying that […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
NSW Gambling Overhaul Faces Backlash over Questionable Research
A nationwide overhaul of the gambling sector in Australia is yet to pick up speed, despite calls by responsible gambling advocates and charities, highlighting the harm the activity brings. Losses in hundreds of millions of dollars continue to affect customers across the country, while lawmakers are cautiously exploring options for a potential gambling reform. New […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
Atlantic City Casino Smoking Debate Sparks Call for Union Leader’s Exit
The fight about smoking in Atlantic City casinos has grown more intense. Some people who stand up for workers say Local 54 of the Unite Here union takes the side of tobacco companies instead of looking out for employees. UAW Official Urges Local 54 Leader to Step Down This smoking debate reached a peak on […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
Millions of Americans Use Sweepstakes Resembling iGaming
There are only seven states that offer legal online casino gambling in the United States. Although the expansion of the activity is expected to resume in 2025, as predicted by DraftKings CEO Jason Robins recently, so far, iGaming is limited to a handful of markets, especially when compared to sports betting. While online casino gambling […]
Industry
December 3, 2024
DraftKings CEO Robins Predicts US iGaming Expansion in 2025
Unlike sports betting, which is available in close to 40 US states, online gambling is legal only in seven states. With iGaming available in major markets such as Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, among others, the legalization of the activity is expected to pick up speed in more states, a recognizable gaming executive predicted recently. […]
Industry
December 2, 2024
UKGC Updates Operator AML Requirements
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has implemented new anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) requirements for gambling operators. These new requirements, effective 29 November 2024, will enhance industry supervision by clarifying the roles of key personnel and ensuring greater accountability. This change will also complement other regulatory updates to strengthen consumer protections. Key Personnel […]
Industry
December 2, 2024
Flutter Raises Over £350K for Cure Leukaemia at Annual Charity Ball
The 2003-launched organization that currently offers potentially life-saving treatment to patients across the UK, Cure Leukaemia, has received a generous boost of over £357,000 ($453,000), thanks to funds raised by Flutter’s annual Charity Ball and a series of other pre-event donations. The yearly event supports pioneering clinical trials, with this year’s contributions set to help […]
Industry
December 2, 2024
Colombian Regulator Proposes New Safer Gambling Guidelines
Coljuegos, Colombia’s leading gaming regulator, has issued Resolution 22654 of 2024, marking a significant step toward promoting responsible gaming nationwide. The proposed legislation aims to enhance player protections further by requiring operators to adopt stricter measures to prevent risky behavior, educate gamblers, and support individuals struggling with gambling addiction. Operators Must Demonstrate Enhanced Accountability Under […]
Industry
December 2, 2024
BC.GAME Closes Up Shop in the UK Amid Legal Battle in Curaçao
BC.GAME, the front-of-shirt sponsor of Leicester City, has closed its betting website in the United Kingdom. This move comes amid the operator’s continued legal battle in Curaçao that was prompted by the recent bankruptcy of its parent companies. BC.GAME Ceases Operation in the UK BlockDance BV and SmallHouse BV, the two companies behind BC.GAME, were […]
