Lottery
March 11, 2026
UK Lottery Ticket Wins $243M from EuroMillions Game
Another millionaire has been minted in the United Kingdom, with a single ticket now confirmed to have won the EuroMillions jackpot. The winner claimed the staggering GBP 181,073,415.70 ($243 million ~). A winner has not stepped forward to claim the prize, the Allwyn-operated lottery said, but there have been some details released by the company, […]
Industry
March 10, 2026
KSA Issues Record-Breaking Fine to Novatech over Unlicensed Gaming
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit/KSA) has issued fines to two operators that provided gambling in breach of the law. One of these received a record-breaking fine, although the KSA chair argued that it should have been even higher. Fortaprime and Novatech Find Themselves in Hot Water In its announcement, the KSA said that it has […]
Casino
March 10, 2026
Swiss Casinos Zurich Busts Global Cut-Card Scam
The World Game Protection Conference (WGPC)paid its tributes to Swiss Casinos Zurich, which helped tackle an international gang of baccarat scammers, CDC Gaming originally reported. The conference, which focuses on the gambling industry’s integrity and pays specific attention to scammers, such as card counters, chip pocketing, and more, has been an annual meeting place for […]
Casino
March 10, 2026
Dutch Gambling Sector Urges Tax Review After Revenue Drop
Key stakeholders in the Netherlands’ gambling industry are urging the government to reassess its current tax policy after projections showed a significant decline in tax income from the sector during 2025. Dutch Industry Warns Gambling Tax Hikes Cut State Revenue Industry representatives, including the Netherlands Online Gambling Association (VNLOK) and the state-backed Nederlandse Loterij, have […]
Casino
March 9, 2026
Spanish Police Bust Gang Exploiting Ukrainian Women for Online Gambling Laundering
A Ukrainian criminal organization in Spain has been busted by local police authorities, in collaboration with other agencies, and with assistance from Interpol. The gang is tied to money laundering, which was perpetuated through online gambling platforms. Police in Spain Bust Ukrainian Gang That Stole Identities, Laundered Money Through Gambling According to the investigators, a […]
Casino
March 9, 2026
Class Action Filed Over SkyCity’s Malta-Based Online Casino
A legal challenge has been launched against SkyCity Entertainment Group over its offshore online casino operations, paving the way for a large class action that seeks compensation for gambling losses accumulated over several years. SkyCity Faces Lawsuit Testing Legality of Online Gaming Platform The New Zealand-based casino and entertainment operator disclosed in a market update […]
Industry
March 6, 2026
Internal Papers Reveal Doubts over UK Gambling Tax Hikes
Tensions are rising between the UK Treasury and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Recent reports revealed that DCMS officials had warned racing would see little benefit from a betting tax exemption introduced in last year’s budget. However, the Treasury ignored these claims, leaving the UK’s horse racing sector in an increasingly precarious […]
Industry
March 6, 2026
BHA Confirms Brant Dunshea as Permanent CEO, Names David Jones Interim Chair
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) announced two changes to its leadership, including the appointment of Brant Dunshea as permanent CEO and the appointment of David Jones as interim chair following Lord Charles Allen’s exit. The Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) commented on Allen’s departure, thanking him for his contributions to the broader industry. BHA Appoints […]
Industry
March 5, 2026
UKGC CEO Rhodes to Join a Gaming Law Firm, Rumors Say
A month ago, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced that its CEO is set to depart to take up a new role. Rumors now suggest that the outgoing CEO is preparing to join a commercial gaming company as a consultant. Andrew Rhodes Is Reportedly Joining Hawkbridge In February, the UKGC said that CEO Andrew Rhodes […]
Industry
March 5, 2026
Spribe Warned in Sweden over Unlicensed Provision of Products
Gaming provider Spribe has received a warning in Sweden due to its provision of gaming content to unlicensed companies. As a result, the company was asked to stop the provision and was given a $544 slap on the wrist. The Provider’s Games Appeared on Unlicensed Platforms While Spribe boasts a Swedish license and has operated […]
