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Gambling News - 'Legal'
Legal
February 21, 2025
UK Gambling Commission Faces Legal Challenge over Alleged Inaction
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is facing legal action for allegedly failing to adequately regulate Flutter Entertainment subsidiary Betfair following the tragic death of Luke Ashton, a problem gambler whose case exposed serious regulatory concerns. A 2023 inquiry concluded that Ashton died due to a gambling disorder, and evidence revealed he spent whole days gambling […]
Legal
February 18, 2025
Ex-Star Executive Greg Hawkins Reaches Settlement with ASIC
Greg Hawkins, the ex-chief casino officer at Star Entertainment, has settled with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) regarding alleged misconduct involving Macau junket operators linked to organized crime. This development marks the second such settlement in recent months, as the ongoing saga surrounding Star Entertainment seems to be nearing its end. Hawkins Escaped […]
Legal
February 17, 2025
Ex-Entain Executives Seek Legal Action over Privileged Information
Ex-Entain CEO Kenneth Alexander and former chairman Lee Feldman have filed a legal claim against the gambling giant and its long-standing legal adviser Addleshaw Goddard (AG) for alleged unauthorized disclosure of confidential information during a £615 million ($775 million) deferred prosecution agreement (DPA) regarding historic bribery failings. This case follows similar legal action against the […]
Legal
February 12, 2025
WinView Files New Patent Lawsuit Against FanDuel and DraftKings
WinView Technology, Inc. has taken legal action against two of the United States’ most prominent sports wagering companies, launching individual patent infringement complaints against FanDuel and DraftKings. The lawsuits, filed in the District of New Jersey, allege the operators have unlawfully incorporated WinView’s proprietary technology into their offerings like online casino games, Daily Fantasy Sports, […]
Legal
February 11, 2025
Light & Wonder Secures Legal Victory Against Aristocrat in Australia Despite US Loss
Light & Wonder has secured a legal victory against Aristocrat in Australia, leading to a spike in its share price. Despite achieving a significant victory against L&W in America, Aristocrat failed to replicate this success in its home market. Light & Wonder’s Shares Soared as It Won in Court The lawsuit in question concerned the […]
Industry
February 10, 2025
Gambling Firms Accused of Illegally Sharing User Data with Facebook
A recent investigation unearthed some concerning information pointing to dozens of UK gambling platforms that reportedly shared sensitive user data with Facebook parent company Meta without permission. Such actions could constitute a significant violation of data protection laws, raising mounting concerns about privacy and ethical marketing tactics within the gambling industry. Violations Were Surprisingly Common […]
Esports
February 10, 2025
League of Legends Developer Sued in Belgium over Loot Boxes
A couple in Belgium has filed a complaint against Riot Games, the company behind the famous competitive game League of Legends (LoL). The plaintiffs accused Riot Games of offering paid loot boxes despite Belgium’s strict regulations on such products. Loot Boxes Are a Controversial Gaming Mechanic Loot boxes are a controversial gaming mechanic where players […]
Legal
February 10, 2025
Las Vegas Police Apprehend 3 Suspected for the Power Outage Last Monday
The Las Vegas Police have announced the names of the three men charged with grand larceny for the theft of copper wire that left the Harry Reid International Airport, the Cosmopolitan Casino, and more, without power last week. Police Arrest Suspected Power Outage Culprits Disruptions in the supply of electricity can happen due to a […]
Legal
February 10, 2025
High 5 Games Ordered to Pay $25M to Players in Washington
High 5 Games has been ordered to pay $25 million to plaintiffs accusing the company of offering illegal gambling in the state of Washington. This comes as part of a broader pushback against social casino gaming in America. The Complaint Sought Damages According to the class action lawsuit, which was filed by former High 5 […]
Legal
February 10, 2025
ASIC’s Trial Against Former Star Entertainment Leaders Commences
Former leaders of Australian casino and hospitality giant Star Entertainment Group appeared in court for a hearing related to past regulatory violations. The company, which is currently facing financial and regulatory headwinds, found itself in hot water when regulators uncovered concerning instances of non-compliance. Star Entertainment Failed to Manage Risk at Its Properties On Monday, […]