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August 26, 2024
ACMA Warns 10 Play over Breaches of Gambling Ad Rules
Amid government plans to overhaul the gambling regulations in Australia, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), the regulator in charge of advertisements and communications, announced it issued a warning against a streaming service provider that breached the established rules related to gambling ads. Per the current rules, online content providers must not show gambling […]
Industry
August 23, 2024
Missourians Sue to Block Sports Betting Measure from November Ballot
Two Missouri citizens are suing to remove a proposed constitutional amendment legalizing sports betting on the state’s 5 November ballot. Political consultants Blake Lawrence and Jacqueline Wood have accused Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft of incorrectly conducting the certification procedure whether the petition had met the necessary criteria for inclusion on the ballot. The Measure […]
Industry
August 23, 2024
Jake Pauls’ Betr Snatches Leading Sportstech License
Betr Holdings, Inc., the sports gaming and media company co-founded by Joey Levy and Jake Paul, reached a significant milestone by acquiring a license to Huddle Tech’s cutting-edge sports gaming technology. This move enables Betr to build upon Huddle’s sophisticated platform, which already features a robust selection of industry-leading tools. The Operator Prepares for an […]
Industry
August 23, 2024
Bovada Further Shrinks US Presence by Exiting Ohio
Popular offshore sportsbook and online casino platform preferred by US bettors as a “trusted source for gaming and betting entertainment,” Bovada, has stepped out of Ohio. Harp Media, which runs Bovada, has complied with a cease-and-desist order that the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) issued on August 6. The OCCC confirmed the letter sent to […]
Industry
August 23, 2024
NFL Extends Safer Gambling Partnership with NCPG
The National Football League (NFL) has unveiled an extension to its safer gambling partnership with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). The extended agreement will continue the two bodies’ focus on protecting vulnerable consumers from harm. The three-year extension of the existing deal will see the NFL Foundation commit $6.4 million to the NCPG, […]
Industry
August 23, 2024
Illegal Bets On Little League World Series Sent to Police by PGCB
Pennsylvania is among the states that currently allow wagers on both professional and collegiate sports events. While such wagers are permitted, the gambling regulations in the state prohibit betting activity involving high-school athletes and amateur athletic events, with the exception of tournaments that have secured specific approval from the gambling regulator, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control […]
Industry
August 23, 2024
Australian Medical Association Highlights the Importance of Banning Online Gambling Ads
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has highlighted its support for a blanket ban on online gambling ads. Echoing its previous stance, the association asked the government to implement a complete ban within three years. In an official post on its site, the AMA said that a prohibition of adverts promoting online gambling products would be […]
Industry
August 22, 2024
Golden Matrix Acquires Controlling Interest in Online Discount Platform
Golden Matrix Group, Inc. is an online platform, content developer, and licensor for social gaming. The company has announced the acquisition of an 80% controlling interest in Classics for a Cause Pty Ltd., or CFAC, in a strategic expansion into the consumer loyalty and rewards industry, which should synergize with its existing portfolio. GMGI Hopes […]
Industry
August 22, 2024
Former Infinileads Owners Announce DailySpin and IppicaOnline
The former owners of Infinileads, one of the leading names in affiliate marketing, are returning to the online gambling industry by launching two new gambling comparison platforms: DailySpin and IppicaOnline. Industry veterans Eric Stoop, Jan Verrecas, John Roos, Gustaf Linder, and Niklas Lundström now join forces under their new company, DailySpin SL. The Platforms Will […]
Industry
August 22, 2024
BetMGM Revolutionizes Betting with Single Digital Wallet in Nevada
BetMGM, a joint venture of Entain and MGM Resorts, has unleashed a revolutionary solution that provides Nevada bettors with seamless, nationwide connectivity through a single, digital wallet. The solution which has been several years in the making, will set a new industry standard, Entain believes. The Feature Revolutionizes Digital Betting Underpinned by MGM Resorts’ operational […]