Poker
April 8, 2026
Poker Pro Disqualified from Tournament Due to Aggressive Behavior
An angry poker player just blew his chances to win a World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) after being aggressive toward his fellow players and the tournament staff. The report suggests that alcohol might have been involved. The Player Was Agitated and Confrontational PokerNews, which broke the news on the matter, reported that the Norwegian […]
Industry
April 6, 2026
Two Dozen Operators Apply for Finnish Licenses as Country Ends iGaming Monopoly
Multiple operators have applied for a license in Finland as the country has taken steps to end its iGaming monopoly and usher in a new era of commercial gaming. Finland Prepares to Launch Its Commercial iGaming Market Finland has been taking steady strides toward the launch of its liberalized online gaming market. Last year, the […]
Industry
April 6, 2026
Black Market Gambling Expands as UK Enforcement Falls Behind
The UK’s efforts to rein in unregulated gambling operators face a fundamental challenge as the black market consistently remains one step ahead of enforcement efforts. A new report by fraud specialist Alex Wood, commissioned by Flutter UK & Ireland, reveals that illegal betting sites remain easily accessible, and often openly promoted. Many Sites Lacked Even […]
Casino
April 6, 2026
Man Suffers Heart Attack After William Hill $376K Jackpot Proves a Dud
William Hill has been in damage control over the past weeks, after the Jackpot Drop game ended up paying huge jackpots to at least 35,000 customers. The company swooped into action and urged users to return the money, notifying them that a technical glitch had occurred, mistakenly displaying smaller sums as large jackpots. Man Suffers […]
Industry
April 3, 2026
New NHS Funding Scheme Leaves UK Gambling Harm Charities in Financial Crisis
Many UK gambling harm charities are facing severe financial troubles, and even potential closure, as funds from the country’s National Health Service (NHS) have dried up due to a recent strategy change. NHS Makes Controversial Move Regarding Funding Gambling Harm Charities The NHS informed applicants of its funding decisions for gambling-harm treatment late on March […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Belgian Gambling Revenue Falls as Market Adjusts to New Rules
Belgium’s latest report on the country’s gambling sector reveals that the period of uninterrupted growth that has persisted since the end of the pandemic may be drawing to a close. In 2024, the regulated market experienced its first decline in three years, with total gross gaming revenue (GGR) falling to EUR 1.61 billion ($1.86 billion), […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Bulgaria Proposes New Fund to Tackle Gambling Addiction
Bulgaria is implementing stricter measures to combat gambling-related harm as the country’s Ministry of Health plans to introduce a standardized framework for treating gambling addiction. A new draft regulation, now open for public comment, would establish a dedicated fund to support prevention and treatment efforts. This program aims to address addiction, protect younger users, and […]
Industry
April 2, 2026
Spribe’s License Suspension in the UK Has Been Lifted
Spribe, a leading provider of gaming content, can finally resume the provision of its flagship Aviator game in the UK after the local regulator lifted the supplier’s temporary license suspension. For context, Spribe’s remote operating license was temporarily suspended due to hosting-related violations. The License Was Suspended Due to Hosting Issues Spribe, which is best […]
Industry
April 1, 2026
Sweden Sees Decline in Problem Gambling Despite Industry Growth
A recent study examining gambling behavior in Sweden over the past two decades suggests that problem gambling has decreased even as the industry has expanded. New Report Highlights Long-Term Decline in Swedish Gambling Harm The report prepared by economist Ola Nevander on behalf of the Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling, Branschföreningen för onlinespel (BOS), […]
Sports
March 31, 2026
Financial Pressure Fuels Risky Student Betting at UK Universities
A new nationwide survey of university students in the UK has revealed a complex picture of gambling habits, with participation falling in recent years but spending rising among those who continue to bet. UK University Students Gamble Less Often but Spend More The study, based on responses from 2,000 students and published in March 2026, […]
