Industry
September 26, 2024
Flutter Entertainment Forecasts Stellar Growth in Brazil
Flutter Entertainment, the world’s largest sports betting and iGaming company, addressed investors today with ambitious growth forecasts while announcing a $5 billion share buyback scheme. The buyback, scheduled to start after Q3 in November and which is expected to extend over the next three to four years, reflects the company’s confidence in its projected financial […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
NSW: Most Operators Are Compliant with the New RG Rules
Liquor & Gaming NSW has continued its regulatory efforts to ensure that local gambling properties are complying with the new harm minimization measures. Recent findings have demonstrated venues’ readiness to adopt the new requirements. NSW Inspectors Continue to Ensure the Rules Are Followed According to the NSW regulator, its inspectors have visited a total of […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
VTA Shooter Owed Victim Thousands in Gambling Debt
Earlier this week, we reported on the case of the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) bus driver who was fatally shot by a coworker over an alleged gambling debt. On Wednesday, the suspect accused of the deadly shooting at VTA’s Chaboya Division Yard appeared in court for his initial arraignment. The 33-year-old is facing a murder […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
PA Man Who Assaulted Casino Winner, Shot by Victim’s Son
A Pennsylvania man who allegedly followed a woman to her home in an attempt to rob her of the money she was carrying after a recent casino visit has reached the Montgomery County Correctional Facility on a $250,000 bail. Robbery Attempt Stopped by Victim’s Son However, Khabir Shepard’s route into police custody did not follow […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
Evolution Georgia Strike Advances into Second Month with No Resolution in Sight
According to the Georgian trade union, LABOR, the strike at Evolution Gaming’s facility in Tbilisi, Georgia, is the longest strike in the country’s history as it advances into its second month. Over 400 workers remain on strike, standing resolute in their demands for improved working conditions despite the escalating tensions and difficulties they face. Some […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
Man Sentenced to 8 Years After Selling Fentanyl Cocaine at Mohegan Sun
A man responsible for an overdose at a Connecticut casino that claimed the life of a young victim was recently sentenced to nearly a decade behind bars. Drug Dealer Goes to Prison After Young Casino Patron’s Death The criminal case involved a 44-year-old New Haven resident identified with the initials J.S. This week, the US […]
Industry
September 26, 2024
Brothel in Las Vegas Raided, Men Charged with Sex Trafficking
Three men, suspected of being involved in sex trafficking and running an illegal brothel in Las Vegas were recently arrested and charged. Raid in Chinatown Results in the Arrest of Three In some Counties across Nevada, brothels are legal if they hold a license for the activity. Yet, while some Counties permit licensed brothels, Clark […]
Industry
September 25, 2024
Spelinspektionen to Study the Black Market
The Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s gambling regulator, continues its fight to protect Swedish consumers from the harm caused by black market operators. To that end, the authority will now compile a new “situational study” of the situation that will help it in the future war on illegal gambling. The Regulator Aims to Protect the Public In its […]
Industry
September 25, 2024
Man Digs up Family Member’s Grave, Seeks Ransom to Cover Gambling Debt
Many people affected by problem gambling may resort to unlawful activities. Pushed by a crippling addiction, gamblers can consider stealing, engaging in fraudulent actions or even shooting a coworker over an unpaid gambling debt. In a recent shocking case from Vietnam, one man thought that it was a good idea to extort his relatives by […]
Industry
September 25, 2024
German Regulator Thanks the Public for Reporting Gambling Violations
As part of Problem Gambling Awareness Month, Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), Germany’s Joint Gambling Authority, thanked the public for their continued use of its whistleblowing portal. Public reports have proven vital in the fight against illegal online gambling and in addressing irregularities in authorized gambling offers. The Reports Led to Swift Investigations In 2023, […]
