Industry
April 6, 2026
Black Market Gambling Expands as UK Enforcement Falls Behind
The UK’s efforts to rein in unregulated gambling operators face a fundamental challenge as the black market consistently remains one step ahead of enforcement efforts. A new report by fraud specialist Alex Wood, commissioned by Flutter UK & Ireland, reveals that illegal betting sites remain easily accessible, and often openly promoted. Many Sites Lacked Even […]
Industry
April 6, 2026
Rio Las Vegas Undergoes Ownership Shift and Leadership Reset
A major transition is taking place at the Rio Hotel & Casino, as investment firm Kennedy Lewis Investment Management has taken a controlling interest in the off-Strip property. The move changes the ownership structure in a considerable way, reducing Dreamscape Companies, which acquired the resort in 2019 from Caesars Entertainment, to a secondary stakeholder. Kennedy […]
Industry
April 3, 2026
Trainwreckstv Marks Record-Breaking $4M Win on Keno
Streamer Trainwreckstv, one of the most well-known names in online gambling, has marked a record-breaking win while playing Keno on Stake by winning $4 million. Trainwreckstv Makes Record Win on Keno While the streamer from Texas has long faced challenges with the popular lotto-style game Keno, he has finally broken his streak, scoring an impressive 81.5× […]
Industry
April 3, 2026
New NHS Funding Scheme Leaves UK Gambling Harm Charities in Financial Crisis
Many UK gambling harm charities are facing severe financial troubles, and even potential closure, as funds from the country’s National Health Service (NHS) have dried up due to a recent strategy change. NHS Makes Controversial Move Regarding Funding Gambling Harm Charities The NHS informed applicants of its funding decisions for gambling-harm treatment late on March […]
Industry
April 3, 2026
IGA Conference Records High Attendance, Vice Chair Hill Encourages Tribes to Stand Together
The Indian Gaming Association (IGA) announced yesterday that its annual conference and trade show has been attended by some 7,000+ people. In the meantime, the organization’s new vice chair, Tehassi Hill, encouraged tribes to stay united during these difficult times. IGA Conference Was Attended by Over 7,000 People According to the IGA’s announcement, more than […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Belgian Gambling Revenue Falls as Market Adjusts to New Rules
Belgium’s latest report on the country’s gambling sector reveals that the period of uninterrupted growth that has persisted since the end of the pandemic may be drawing to a close. In 2024, the regulated market experienced its first decline in three years, with total gross gaming revenue (GGR) falling to EUR 1.61 billion ($1.86 billion), […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Bulgaria Proposes New Fund to Tackle Gambling Addiction
Bulgaria is implementing stricter measures to combat gambling-related harm as the country’s Ministry of Health plans to introduce a standardized framework for treating gambling addiction. A new draft regulation, now open for public comment, would establish a dedicated fund to support prevention and treatment efforts. This program aims to address addiction, protect younger users, and […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Australian Prime Minister Announces Heavy Restrictions on Gambling Ads
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced broad new limits on gambling advertising across TV, radio, digital platforms, and sports venues. Albanese Reveals the Government’s Crackdown on Gambling Ads In a speech to the National Press Club on Thursday, Albanese said his government was “striking the right balance” with the package. He added that authorities will […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Spribe’s License Suspension in the UK Has Been Lifted
Spribe, a leading provider of gaming content, can finally resume the provision of its flagship Aviator game in the UK after the local regulator lifted the supplier’s temporary license suspension. For context, Spribe’s remote operating license was temporarily suspended due to hosting-related violations. The License Was Suspended Due to Hosting Issues Spribe, which is best […]
Industry
April 1, 2026
Experts: Gambling Operators Banning Credit Cards Would Not Hurt Income
In an act of self-regulation, many gambling and sports betting operators are implementing bans on the use of credit cards by customers. While some have pointed out that this could hurt their income, experts say that the effect would be negligible. Experts Weigh In On the Practice Jordan Bender, an equity research analyst at Citizens […]
