Industry
October 31, 2025
AGA: More Americans Turning to Casinos and Sports Betting
In July, the American Gaming Association (AGA) published its Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker that offered insights into the growth of the casino industry in the US, signaling positive gaming metrics in most states. Now, AGA’s latest “American Attitudes Toward Gaming 2025” study reveals that more Americans are engaging with gaming than ever before. The survey, […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
UNAD Renews Call for Total Gambling Ad Ban in Spain
Spain’s Network for Addiction Care (UNAD) has reiterated its demand for the complete ban on all gambling and betting advertising, asserting that such promotional messaging is incompatible with prevention efforts and public health policies. UNAD Calls for Gambling Ad Ban UNAD president Luciano Poyato stressed that “promoting gambling is fundamentally at odds with prevention,” warning […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
Betsson Cleared from Finland’s Payment Blocking List as Market Reform Looms
Swedish operator Betsson has achieved a significant victory in Finland after its official removal from Finland’s payment blocking list on October 24. This development marks the end of a turbulent 12 months for the company, marked by legal battles and regulatory scrutiny. With stellar Q3 revenues, Betsson could use this opportunity to expand its influence […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
Mexico Inches Closer to Raising Gambling Tax from 30% to 50%
Mexico’s Senate Committee on Legislative Studies has approved the 2026 Miscellaneous Fiscal Package, which includes a significant hike in taxes on betting and gaming activities. With this move, the country moves closer to accepting part of the President Claudia Sheinbaum administration’s 2026 economic plan, which will see a tax increase on betting and online casino […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
UKGC Suspends Spribe’s License due to Hosting Violations
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced that it has suspended the operating license of Spribe OÜ with immediate effect due to reported hosting requirement violations. UKGC Suspends the Provider’s Operating License Spribe, which secured a UK license in 2020, has found itself without a license due to a suspension by the UKGC. In its […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
Sportradar Discusses the Power of AI in the War on Match-Fixing
Match-fixing is a problem that has plagued the sports and sports betting sectors forever. The temptation of easy money has shown that even the most disciplined of athletes are not infallible and that the fight against fraud is a constant one. However, emerging technology has given a glimmer of hope that the battle could be […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
GambleAware Encourages Regulatory Changes to Shield Children from Gambling Harm
Leading UK gambling charity GambleAware has published a paper analyzing the current state of Britain’s online gambling regulations and whether they are fit for the modern age. The organization determined that the framework is outdated in certain places and encouraged reforms in order to shield children from exposure to online gambling. Online Gambling Content Is […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
KSA Fines BetCity €2.65M for Failing to Protect Young Gamblers
The independent administrative body that supervises and regulates gambling services in the Netherlands, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA), has hit BetCity with a EUR 2.65 million ($3.07 million) fine. The punitive measure came as a result of the operator failing to protect young players from gambling-related harm. Improper Monitoring The regulator’s decision followed a lengthy […]
Industry
October 30, 2025
Iceland Experiences Increasing Levels of Gambling Addiction
Iceland has a gambling problem, and the known facts may be just the tip of the iceberg. The country estimates that at least 1% of its population is severely addicted to some form of gambling activity. Gambling Addiction Spreads in Iceland Another 2% to 3% are dealing with various degrees of problem gambling, but in […]
Industry
October 29, 2025
Truth Social Enters Prediction Markets with “Truth Predict”
Donald Trump’s social media platform Truth Social is expanding into prediction markets. A new partnership with Crypto.com will allow users to speculate on the outcomes of political, economic, and sporting events. The feature, called “Truth Predict,” marks the latest move by Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) to expand its influence in finance, technology, and […]
