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November 19, 2025
Jackbit and AskGamblers Clarify $3.3M Client Refund Error
Jackbit Casino and AskGamblers issued a clarification after a recent AskGamblers article celebrating an AskGamblers Casino Complaint Service (AGCCS) milestone mistakenly reported a $3.3 million refund in a resolved Jackbit complaint instead of the correct amount of $3,311. The Mistake Serves as an Occasion to Update Complaint Procedures The error arose from a clerical mistake […]
Industry
November 19, 2025
Arizona’s September Betting Report Outlines Mixed Results
The Arizona Department of Gaming has published its latest monthly sports wagering report, highlighting a decrease in revenue despite a double-digit increase in sports betting handle. The department added that, in September, the market continued to be dominated by FanDuel. Arizona’s Recorded Strong Handle, Weaker Revenue According to the Department of Gaming, sports betting […]
Industry
November 19, 2025
AGA Names Delaware North CEO Lou Jacobs as Chair
The American Gaming Association (AGA) announced that its board of directors has named Louis “Lou” M. Jacobs as its new chair, replacing Michael Rumbolz. The association clarified that Jacobs’ tenure will kick off in January 2026. AGA Names Gaming & Hospitality Veteran as Chair The AGA noted that Jacobs, who is currently serving as chief […]
Industry
November 19, 2025
AUSTRAC Warns Payment Providers over Child Abuse Payments
The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) announced that it has warned online payment providers over recent suspicions of payments for child sexual exploitation. The body has therefore asked payment companies to tighten their controls and remain vigilant. AUSTRAC Identified Risky Payments In a letter to the online payment platforms sector, the AUSTRAC explained […]
Industry
November 19, 2025
ComeOn’s Operator in the Netherlands Targeted over AML Shortcomings
The Dutch Gambling Authority has targeted Tulipa, the company that operates the ComeOn Group and GetLucky brands, citing issues with anti-money laundering and social responsibility commitments. Tulipa Under Scrutiny in the Netherlands, AML Failures Cited Tulipa has failed to carry out sufficient due diligence on customers and has thus breached the established licensee prerequisites to […]
Industry
November 19, 2025
Bid to Restore Full Betting Deductions Nears Year-End Deadline
Politicians got back to DC this week with many unsettled issues, and a bill about how to tax gambling losses is still at the bottom of the list. The plan, which would bring back full tax write-offs for gambling losses, has support from both parties in the House and Senate. However, it is not moving […]
Industry
November 18, 2025
New Jersey Gaming Reports Strong October Performance
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) has published its official report about the local industry’s performance in October. According to the report, the total gaming revenue has recorded double-digit growth, leading to millions in gambling taxes. Gaming Revenues Increased Across the Board The DGE’s report outlined total gaming revenue of $611.1 million for […]
Industry
November 18, 2025
LiveScore Bet Onboards Dimitar Berbatov for Safer Gaming Campaign
LiveScore Bet has unveiled a new safer gambling campaign in partnership with its European brand ambassador Dimitar Berbatov. The initiative is dubbed Play With Control and highlights the importance of knowing your personal limits. The Game Starts Before the Game The new campaign comes just in time for Safer Gambling Week, an annual initiative seeking […]
Industry
November 18, 2025
Florida to Debate New Gambling Bill, Outlawing Sports Bribes, Legalizing DFS
A new bill, HB 189, is due to be debated today, focusing on potentially creating a legal framework for daily fantasy sports and also criminalizing match-fixing in sports. Spearheaded by Rep. Dana Trabulsy, the bill sets out specific language on potential bribery involving sports and athletes and comes in the wake of major scandals that […]
Industry
November 17, 2025
Kansspelautoriteit Wins Bronze Effie for Social Impact Campaign
For its “Pak je leven weer op, neem een gokstop” (Get Your Life Back, Stop Gambling) campaign, developed alongside FCB Amsterdam, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or simply KSA) has been honored with a bronze Effie Award in the social category for delivering a powerful message about responsible gambling. Kansspelautoriteit Wins Bronze Effie Award The Effie […]