Industry
October 10, 2025
Colombia Approves Blockchain-Based Keno
Coljuegos, Colombia’s gambling authority, has officially granted a concession for the operation of Keno, bringing one of the first blockchain-supported lottery-style games in Latin America to the forefront. The government expects that this new offering will generate more than COP 485 billion ($125 million) in public healthcare contributions over the next five years while bolstering […]
Casino
October 9, 2025
New York Nears Pivotal Moment in Downstate Casino Race
New York’s high-stakes casino competition is entering its final stage as the state’s Gaming Facility Location Board (GFLB) is almost ready to select up to three winners from four remaining contenders. The outcome, which is due to be revealed in December, will determine the future of downstate gaming, creating new job opportunities and attracting billions […]
Industry
October 9, 2025
PGCB Executive Director Warns About the Impact of Predictions Markets
In a letter addressed to Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation on Wednesday, Kevin F. O’Toole, executive director of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), expressed concern over the increasing prevalence of sports prediction markets, warning that they pose a “significant threat” to the state’s established gaming regulatory framework. PGCB Executive Director Says Predictions Markets Create Back Doors […]
Industry
October 9, 2025
Slovakia Appoints Libuša Baranová as New Gambling Regulator Head
Libuša Baranová has been named the new director general of the Office for the Regulation of Gambling (ÚRHH), Slovakia’s gambling regulatory authority. She succeeds Jana Mravíková, marking the second leadership change at the agency this year. Libuša Baranová Heads Slovakia’s Gambling Regulator Mravíková stepped into the role earlier this year following the departure of Martin […]
Industry
October 9, 2025
Japanese Minor Referred to Treatment after Gambling for Months
A young Japanese boy has been referred to a child guidance center after gambling for months with his parents’ money. Officials said they were concerned by the growing problem of offshore casinos that don’t carry out proper ID checks. Offshore Websites Remain Dangerous The regulated gambling industry has become synonymous with customer protections. Gamblers who […]
Industry
October 7, 2025
Calls for a Ban on Gambling Ads in London’s Public Transport Rise Again
The issue of gambling advertisements on London’s buses, trains, and Underground stations has resurfaced, with Ministers now facing renewed pressure to establish a formal definition of harmful gambling. This would enable the Mayor of London to implement a ban on betting ads across public transport. Organizations Call for Ban on Gambling Ads in London’s TfL […]
Industry
October 7, 2025
BOS Denies Svenska Spel’s Proposal for Stricter iGaming Regulations
The Swedish Trade Association for Online Gambling (BOS) has responded to Svenska Spel (Sweden’s state-owned gambling company)’s recent proposals for changes to the Swedish gambling market, disputing them and arguing that the new regulatory suggestions could lead to unintended consequences. BOS Pushes Back Against Svenska Spel’s Proposal Svenska Spel recently released a new report outlining […]
Industry
October 7, 2025
Plumpton Racecourse Breaks Ranks to Support Levy Reform Plan
The Plumpton Racecourse now stands against much of the UK racing establishment by endorsing a proposal to reform the way UK horse racing is financed. The Sussex venue recently submitted a paper to HM Treasury, backing the Social Market Foundation’s (SMF) plan to increase the Horserace Betting Levy twofold to 20% and lower the general […]
Business
October 7, 2025
Yolo Group Enters the Fresh UAE Market with Two Subsidiaries Securing Licenses
Yolo Group, a global IT and technology company serving the gaming, fintech, and blockchain sectors, announced that two of its subsidiaries have received licenses in the UAE. This comes as the Middle Eastern country continues to grow its gaming sector after warming up to the idea of regulated gaming. Yolo Group Makes a Foray into […]
Industry
October 7, 2025
Thai Lawmakers Seek to Get Gambling-Like Mechanics Under Control
As Thailand continues to move toward regulated casinos at a rapid pace, lawmakers have advanced a bill that would get gambling-like mechanics in other games under control. This may have a profound effect on sectors, such as video gaming, which are known for mechanics such as loot boxes. The New Act Will Tackle Hidden Gambling […]
