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Industry
March 12, 2025
Ex-Philippine President Arrested, Marking the End of a Controversial Legacy
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, the architect of the nation’s now-defunct POGO industry and the leader behind the controversial “war on drugs,” was arrested by Manila authorities upon his return from a trip to Hong Kong and flown to The Hague to face judgment. The arrest follows an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant accusing him […]
Legal
March 10, 2025
DraftKings Extortion Case Proceeds to Court
DraftKings will have to defend its stance in court after a New York federal court partially denied the company’s motion to dismiss an extortion action filed by former professional poker player Steven Jacobs. The ruling allows key allegations against the sports betting giant, like aiding and abetting assault and battery, to move forward, marking a […]
Legal
March 7, 2025
Gambling Platform Uses AI Deepfake for Fraudulent Marketing
Hong Kong actor Louis Koo, most famous for his roles in movies like Paradox and Warriors of Future, recently fell victim to AI-enabled fraud when a deepfake video featuring his image and voice unlawfully advertised a Malaysian online gambling platform. The actor has publicly disavowed any association with the website, advising fans to be cautious […]
Legal
March 6, 2025
High Court Makes Paddy Power Pay £1M Jackpot to Winner Offered £20,000
The UK’s High Court has ruled that Paddy Power must pay the player Corrine Durber a £1 million ($1.2 million) jackpot after she initially won the prize, but was then told it was an error. Paddy Power Has to Pay £1M Jackpot, Judge Rules Corrine Durber played Wild Hatter, one of the Paddy Power online […]
Legal
February 26, 2025
Court Sides with KSA’s Decision to Block Operator with Alleged Ties to Murder of Journalist
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) announced that the court in Hague has agreed with the regulator’s decision to block a Maltese operator with alleged ties to the murder of an investigative journalist. The Dutch regulator refused the gambling company’s application in 2023, triggering legal proceedings. The Operator’s Application Was Shot Down For context, the Malta-based operator in […]
Industry
February 24, 2025
Hong Kong Considers Legalizing Basketball Bets to Address Budget Deficit
Hong Kong is reportedly considering to legalize bets on basketball. This move would tap into the popularity of basketball in the region and would generate additional funds for the government. The Government Needs Additional Tax Streams The South China Morning Post (SCMP) said that Paul Chan Mo-po, Hong Kong’s financial secretary, is eyeing a variety […]
Legal
February 24, 2025
FanDuel Seeks Arbitration Against Amit Patel, Says His Claims Are Unfounded
FanDuel has slammed Amit Patel’s claims as unfounded, seeking arbitration in a lawsuit involving the two parties. The American sports betting giant asserted that the ex-Jacksonville Jaguars employee, who was previously sued for fraud, is trying to shift the blame. Patel Says FanDuel Exploited His Addiction Patel, for context, pleaded guilty to embezzling some $22.2 […]
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 […]
