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December 9, 2025
MGM x CityU Responsible Gaming Promotional Project Empowers Macau Students Once Again
MGM China just held its second Responsible Gaming Promotional Project in Macau, reiterating its commitment to promoting gambling safely and teaching players to enjoy it responsibly. The new edition of the annual event saw it focus on talent development, creativity, and innovative communication. MGM and CityU Partnered Once Again According to the announcement, MGM once […]
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December 9, 2025
Nevada Officials Set to Review Sportsbook Permits for Boomer’s and Caesars
Boomer’s and Caesars plan to present their newest growth strategies to Nevada officials this month, signaling another change in the state’s rival sports betting scene. Both companies are set to meet with the Nevada Gaming Commission on December 18 after getting initial backing from the Gaming Control Board. Boomer’s Targets Tonopah as Next Step in […]
Industry
December 8, 2025
New York Sets New Monthly Online Betting Revenue Record
New York’s online sports betting industry has continued to experience unprecedented success. According to the state’s latest revenue report, the online wagering sector smashed its monthly revenue record once again, this time reaching a staggering $280.6 million. New York Narrowly Missed a New Handle Record In November, New York’s online sports betting industry recorded revenue […]
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December 8, 2025
How Crafty Gamblers Buy Used Betting Accounts to Outsmart Bookmakers
A recent court dispute in the UK has drawn attention to a dubious gambling practice: the buying and selling of betting accounts to bypass bookmaker restrictions. The existence of this parallel betting economy operating largely beyond the reach of the official industry raises questions about the ethics of betting syndicates that seek every advantage to […]
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December 8, 2025
Ducky Bhai Talks After Release on Bail in Gambling and Money Laundering Case
Pakistani YouTuber Saad Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, has issued a public apology following his release on bail in connection with an investigation into gambling apps and alleged money laundering. In a video uploaded to his channel, he addressed the concerns related to his arrest, explained the intentions behind his content, and apologized to […]
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December 8, 2025
Turkey Orders Arrest of Top-Tier Soccer Players Amid Match-Fixing Scandals
Turkey continues its investigation of insider betting in the country’s professional soccer scene as prosecutors have ordered the detention of 46 individuals, including top-league soccer players, club presidents, commentators, and others, on suspicion of participating in the practice. Turkish Authorities Arrest High-Ranking Soccer Players and Officials Turkey’s ongoing investigation into match-fixing has sent shockwaves through […]
Industry
December 8, 2025
BGC Scrutinizes UK’s Autumn Budget, Says It Would Hurt Gaming & Racing
The British Gaming and Betting Council (BGC) has expressed significant concern about the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget. According to the council, the new budget will be a disaster for the horseracing industry, despite claims on the contrary. The BGC Was Not Pleased with the Budget Grainne Hurst, the BGC’s CEO, has issued a stark warning over […]
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December 8, 2025
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Signs Sweepstakes Ban into Law
New York has dealt a huge blow to the sweepstakes industry by officially adopting a new measure banning the vertical. Under the Empire State’s new rules, sweepstakes casinos that use dual-currency systems will no longer be allowed to operate. The End of Sweepstakes in the Empire State The measure, Senate Bill 5935, was signed into […]
Industry
December 5, 2025
Florida Lawmakers to Discuss Stricter Illegal Gambling Penalties Next Session
Recently, many have urged the Florida Legislature to strengthen the state’s lax gambling penalties as it prepares to convene on January 13 for a two-month session ending March 13. Cracking Down on Illegal Gambling to Be the Focus of the Next Legislative Session Florida continues to face illegal gambling activity, from unregulated “arcades” with illicit […]
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December 5, 2025
Estonia Moves Forward with Plans for iGaming Tax Cuts
Estonia’s parliament, the Riigikogu, voted 51-31 to approve a previously announced cut to the country’s gambling tax, reducing it from 6% to 4% – a step toward Estonia’s goal of becoming one of Europe’s next major gambling hubs. Estonia’s Goal to Become iGaming Hub Draws Near Despite Opposition The initiative is being led by MP […]