Industry
June 10, 2025
Ireland’s Gambling Regulator Responds to Stakeholder Feedback
Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRAI) has responded to the input it gathered during its inaugural public consultation on the nation’s new Gambling Regulation Act 2024. The regulator issued an in-depth report about several key licensing provisions, recognizing stakeholder contributions across the gambling ecosystem. GRAI reiterated its commitment to open engagement and evidence-driven decision-making. Stakeholders Raised […]
Poker
June 10, 2025
Video Show Poker Player Using Alleged RTA During WSOP Event
A poker player on X has suspected a fellow player of leveraging RTA to give himself an advantage at an online poker tournament. The footage shows the player referencing a complex chart while seemingly playing online. Footage Shows Player Consulting RTA Chart RTA, or real-time assistance, refers to a notorious practice in which players would […]
Industry
June 5, 2025
New Zealand Unveils $81M Plan to Confront Gambling Harm
The New Zealand government has unveiled an ambitious new strategy to reduce gambling harm nationwide and plans to invest more than NZD 81 million ($48.93) in prevention, support services, and workforce development. This new plan, touted as the country’s most targeted and practical effort to combat addiction, aligns with ongoing efforts to overhaul gambling sector […]
Industry
June 5, 2025
ACMA Finds Self-Exclusion Violations by Buddybet, Ultrabet, VicBet, Topbet
Buddybet, Ultrabet, VicBet, and Topbet have breached rules that protect people who registered Australia’s National Self-Exclusion Register (NSER), according to an investigation by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). What Did ACMA’s Investigations Find Out? Under NSER regulations, once an individual is registered with the NSER, wagering service providers are required to close that person’s […]
Industry
June 5, 2025
MGA Publishes Annual Report, Highlights Regulatory Achievements
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has published its Annual Report and audited Financial Statements for the year ended December 2024, providing an overview of Malta’s gaming sector. The report also highlighted the MGA’s activities over the year and provided a medium-term outlook for the industry. The MGA Responded to Multiple License Requests According to the […]
Industry
June 5, 2025
Arizona’s Pushback Against Prediction Markets Continues with Letter to CFTC
Arizona’s fight against prediction markets continues as the local gaming regulator asked the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to take action. This comes amid continued controversies involving these novel product offerings. Prediction Markets Remain a Point of Contention Prediction markets have been all the rage, offering fans a way to engage with a variety of […]
Industry
June 4, 2025
Sweepstakes Face Legislative Heat as More States Move Toward a Complete Ban
The noose is tightening around United States sweepstakes casinos as Louisiana and Connecticut legislators make headway on legislation aimed at curbing this fast-growing sector. Both legislatures are following the example of Montana, where regulatory action has already sent shockwaves through the industry. Several other states are also considering similar legislation, spelling trouble for sweepstakes casinos […]
Industry
June 4, 2025
Rank Group to Add Hundreds of Slots if DCMS Enforces New Rules
Rank Group is preparing to expand its business following the introduction of Great Britain’s new rules for land-based casinos. If the new rules come into force, it would allow land-based operators in England and Wales to significantly expand their slot machine offerings. DCMS Considers New Limits for Land-Based Casinos On May 12, the Department for […]
Industry
June 4, 2025
UK’s ASA Upholds Complaint Against LiveScore Bet
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint against two of LiveScore Bet’s ads. As it turned out, the ads appeared to minors, which is strictly prohibited in the UK. Complaint Said LiveScore Displayed Gaming Ads to Minors The complaint relates to two ads that were aired on LiveScore, a soccer score app, […]
Industry
June 3, 2025
Pixbet and Other Betting Operators Return Online Following SPA Suspension
Pixbet and several other betting operators can again offer their services in Brazil, just days after the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) of the Ministry of Finance announced a sweeping license suspension affecting seven gambling operators. Most affected companies have addressed the reporting deficiencies and resumed operations, with only two remaining offline. Most Operators […]
