Gambling News - 'Middle east'
Casino
May 22, 2025
UAE Crack Down on Online Casinos Could Mean Regulated iGaming
Japan has recently announced an ambitious plan to overhaul its gambling law in a way that specifically targets online casino gambling, which is illegal in the country, and which lawmakers fear would cannibalize the upcoming integrated resort project, the MGM Osaka. So, Are Online Casinos and Sports Coming to the UAE? Something similar may finally […]
Sports
May 15, 2025
Taliban Government Pauses Chess Amid Gambling Concerns
The Taliban administration in Afghanistan has announced an indefinite suspension of chess, citing concerns that the game could promote gambling, which is strictly forbidden under Islamic law. “The Sport of Chess Is Suspended in Afghanistan” On Sunday, Atal Mashwani, a spokesperson for the Taliban’s General Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, confirmed the decision. “Chess […]
Industry
May 6, 2025
IGT Joins UAE’s Licensed Gaming Vendors as Country’s Market Grows
International Game Technologies (IGT) has joined the expanding roster of gaming vendor suppliers licensed by the GCGRA in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) market. IGT and UEA Sign an Agreement The agreement makes IGT Global Services the seventh company to be approved as a gaming-related vendor in the UAE. The approval aligns with the regulator’s […]
Casino
May 6, 2025
Wynn Al Marjan Island to Set New Hospitality Standard
The President of Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah has said during a recent Arabian Travel Market event in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, that the upcoming project in the Middle East is set to establish new hospitality standards in a region that is traditionally known for its luxury brands and upscale clientele. […]
Industry
May 2, 2025
New Jersey and UAE Forge Groundbreaking Gaming Regulation Partnership
The United Arab Emirates and New Jersey have embarked on a landmark partnership seeking to enhance collaboration on cybersecurity, consumer protection, and innovation in digital gaming. This milestone collaboration aligns with the UAE’s ongoing ambitions to gradually expand its gaming offerings, including the highly anticipated Wynn Al Marjan Island resort. New Jersey Has Substantial Regulatory […]
Sports
April 14, 2025
2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Formula 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
Two McLaren-Mercedes drivers – Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri – are currently occupying the top two spots in the 2025 F1 World Drivers’ Championship. Piastri, who won two of this season’s four races, is second with just three points fewer than his teammate. The reason why the British driver is sitting at the top of […]
Business
April 11, 2025
NOVOMATIC Secures Supplier’s License in the UAE
NOVOMATIC, a pioneer in gaming describing itself as Europe’s leading gaming tech group, announced that it has secured a gaming vendor license in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The UAE has been making significant strides toward regulated gaming, causing gaming operators and suppliers to vie for a license. The GCGRA Licensed NOVOMATIC According to the […]
Sports
April 8, 2025
2025 Bahrain GP Formula 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
We’re not bragging, but our F1 pick won last weekend. Priced at +650, Max Verstappen won the race in Japan, meaning that those who listened to our advice have made a nice profit. Our prediction is that something similar will happen with our 2025 Bahrain GP pick. The odds for practically all drivers competing on […]
Casino
April 2, 2025
Wynn to Most Likely Go Unchallenged in the UAE in Foreseeable Future
Wynn Resorts has called dibs on the commercial development of casinos in the United Arab Emirates, owing to its license to run such a property issued by the newly founded regulator, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). Wynn Resorts Likely to Enjoy Strong Lead in UAE Casino Market With MGM Resorts International looking to […]
Sports
February 19, 2025
Israeli Soccer League Hit by Big Match-Fixing Scandal
The Israel Football Association (IFA) has found widespread match-fixing in the third-tier League A North. This scandal involves about 40 players, club officials, and team owners. IFA Chairman Moshe Zuares called it a big blow to the sport leading to demands for police to step in. Investigation Reveals over Half of League’s Games Fixed for […]