Industry
May 9, 2024
Hackers behind MGM Attack Launch Cyberattack on Financial Sector
In the second half of last year, two leading betting and gaming operators, Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International, fell victim to separate cyberattacks. While Caesars was able to resolve the situation rather quickly, the impact on MGM was more severe as it took the company days to resume normal operations. Not unexpectedly, the cybersecurity […]
Industry
May 8, 2024
Wynn Releases New Concept Art of Its New Al Marjan Island Resort
Leading casino operator Wynn Resorts has unveiled new images of its highly anticipated luxury resort, Wynn Al Marjan Island, currently under construction in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. Set to be the company’s first beachfront resort, Wynn Al Marjan Island is poised to become a landmark destination in the Middle East North Africa (MENA) […]
Industry
May 8, 2024
New Study Explores the Benefits of Sports Betting Taxation
Many US states are reaping the rewards of legalized sports gambling, with tax revenues soaring to nearly $2.5 billion in 2023, according to a recent analysis conducted by online lending marketplace LendingTree. This sum represents a substantial year-over-year increase of 34.7%, demonstrating the growing popularity and profitability of the gambling sector nationwide. Sports Betting Tax […]
Industry
May 8, 2024
DraftKings Casino Handed Millions in Jackpots in April
The DraftKings Network has published information about the biggest DraftKings Casino jackpot winners in April. By the end of the month, the operator had handed a total of 18 jackpots of over $100,000. The jackpots were won by people in a variety of states engaging in different forms of gambling, such as virtual tables and […]
Industry
May 8, 2024
Defense Attorney Asks for Intensive Corrections Order in Betting Fraud Case
It is not uncommon for individuals affected by problem gambling to engage in illicit activities, including fraud, theft or in some cases even violent crimes. Driven by the urge to gamble more and chasing losses, problem gamblers often get themselves deeper into trouble by piling up debt or having issues with the law. In one […]
Industry
May 8, 2024
Brazil Unveils New Regulations Ahead of Gambling Industry Launch
Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has unveiled updated regulations ahead of the anticipated launch of the country’s sports betting market. The new ordinance, issued by the Betting and Prizes Secretariat and published in the Federal Official Gazette, introduces vital provisions ensuring the integrity and security of the industry amidst new industry trends and rising global challenges. […]
Industry
May 8, 2024
Draft in Spain Includes Decree on Gambling Ads for Social Media Influencers
A few years ago, in 2020, Spain introduced its Royal Decree, a law that effectively imposed heavy restrictions, particularly for gambling advertising. In light of the tough measures, gambling operators no longer had the option of advertising their products freely. Yet, the restrictions were appealed by Jdigital, the country’s online gambling trade association, which argued […]
Industry
May 7, 2024
SPA Confirms That Brazilian Operators Must Add .Bet to Their URLs
The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) of Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has concluded that licensed operators will be required to add .bet to their domain names. As a result, operators’ URLs will need to have .bet.br after the company name. This decision has been discussed for a while now as the secretariat was uncertain […]
Industry
May 7, 2024
Gambling Addiction Drives Brisbane Court Worker to Commit Fraud, Theft
It is not uncommon for people affected by at-risk or problem gambling to engage in unlawful activities. While some may resort to violent crimes, others may consider embezzlement, fraud or theft. This is precisely the case of a former public servant with the Department of Justice in Brisbane, Australia, who was recently sentenced. The case […]
Industry
May 7, 2024
Counterfeiter Flees Australian Justice after Using Fake Chips
A Chinese national made a daring escape from Sydney’s The Star casino after attempting to use $34,000 worth of counterfeit casino chips, according to police reports. The perpetrator was reportedly testing the waters in preparation for a more ambitious defrauding attempt. This incident matches other recent counterfeit chip sightings in high-profile establishments, hinting at the […]
