Industry
July 21, 2025
Meta Cracks Down on Filipino Influencers Promoting Gambling
As a result of an official request issued by the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), social media platform Facebook has taken down 20 pages belonging to Filipino influencers accused of promoting illegal online gambling. “We’re Serious, and More Will Follow” The removal of the accounts was confirmed by Digital Pinoys, the digital advocates network […]
Industry
July 21, 2025
Isle of Man Prepares Gambling Laws Ahead of 2026 Review
At the start of the month, the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) introduced a public consultation regarding an important package of draft legislative reforms aimed at restrengthening the gambling regulations on the Island. Getting Ready for MONEYVAL 2026 The changes, which would realign the jurisdiction with the constantly evolving international standards, are expected […]
Casino
July 21, 2025
Ex-AC Staffer Alleges He Saw Trump, Epstein with Underage Girls at Casino Floor
A former manager at the Atlantic City Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino has confirmed in a CNN interview that he has seen President Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, a now deceased sex offender, together at the casino property with underage girls. Former Employee Says Epstein and Trump Were “Best Friends” The interview, which was held […]
Casino
July 18, 2025
Crown Could Scoop up Queens Wharf as The Star Looks to Sell
As The Star Entertainment Group prepares to divest its Queens Wharf casino, competitor Crown Resorts has emerged as a potential buyer. If this comes true, it would mark the latter operator’s entry into Queensland. Crown Could Scoop up the Property The Star has been looking to sell its 50% stake in Queens Wharf to its […]
Casino
July 18, 2025
UK Government Raises Risk Assessment for the Casino Sector
The UK government has raised the money laundering risk rating for the casino sector from low to medium. Officials justified this measure by drawing attention to the increased complexity and volume of financial activity in remote gambling platforms as evolving criminal tactics seek to circumvent current safeguards. Black market operators remain another pressing concern despite […]
Industry
July 18, 2025
Illinois Operators React to Tax Hikes with Minimum Sport Betting Wagers
BetMGM and Hard Rock Bet are the latest operators in Illinois to introduce new minimum wager requirements, a move prompted by the state’s recent increase in sports betting taxes. Other operators, meanwhile, are passing the financial burden of the raised taxes to consumers via surcharges. Hard Rock Bet and BetMGM Impose Minimum Sports Betting in […]
Casino
July 18, 2025
Philippine Senator Submits New Bill to Ban Online Gambling
The Philippines has been in the flurry of gambling re-regulation, but with no specific measures and a ton of speculation. The latest move comes from Senator Christopher Go, who has proposed a complete ban on online gambling through Senate Bill 686, referred locally as the Anti-Online Gambling Act 2025. Senator Calls for Ban on Online […]
Industry
July 18, 2025
Carnival Corporation Becomes Member of AGA
Carnival Corporation has become the latest member to join the American Gaming Association (AGA), a trade group committed to protecting the interests of the gambling industry and advancing best practices. AGA Welcomes Its First Cruise Company as Member In a press statement released on Thursday, Carnival Corporation confirmed that it has become the first cruise […]
Casino
July 18, 2025
Evolution on Q2 Results: “2025 Will Be a Great Year”
Leading provider of fully-integrated Business-to-Business solutions for online casinos, Evolution, has published its second-quarter results, showing resilience amid a series of regulatory and cybersecurity challenges. CEO Carlesund, “Not Satisfied” Chief executive officer Martin Carlesund used a cautiously optimistic tone while acknowledging the headwinds and pointing to progress in key areas. The CEO also addressed the […]
Casino
July 18, 2025
Gov. Newsom Extends Trinidad Rancheria Casino Agreement
Governor Gavin Newsom recently renewed an important gaming agreement with the Trinidad Rancheria tribe. According to the newly inked compact extension, the tribe will be allowed to keep running their casino in Trinidad through the end of the current year. Two months ago, in May, Newsom launched a federal lawsuit to prevent the Koi Nation’s […]
