Industry
October 6, 2025
UK Gambling Commission Reports 1.4M Struggle with Gambling Problems
According to groundbreaking figures released by the United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC), an estimated 1.4 million adults in Britain, comprising more than 2.5% of the country’s adult population, struggle with a gambling problem. UKGC Publishes Concerning Findings on People With Gambling Issues Gambling is deeply ingrained in UK culture, with betting shops being a familiar […]
Legal
October 6, 2025
Former Ladbrokes Chief to Appear in UK Court over Bribery Charges
Ex-Ladbrokes CEO Kenny Alexander appeared in a London courtroom on Monday alongside other former senior figures from the gambling industry. The defendants face allegations of bribery and fraud linked to the operator’s controversial past operations in Turkey. If found guilty, the accused could face substantial penalties, including up to 10 years’ imprisonment and significant fines. […]
Industry
October 6, 2025
Entain Might Scale Down Its Presence in the UK as Tax Hike Debates Continue
Entain’s chief executive officer, Stella David, has warned against raising the United Kingdom’s gaming taxes, as it could lead to the shutdown of gambling shops, depriving communities of jobs. Entain Might Reconsider Its Investment Level in the UK Speaking to The Times, David commented on the UK’s mulled gambling tax hike, saying that the passing […]
Lottery
October 6, 2025
British Player Wins Life-Altering $14.29M Jackpot from National Lottery
One lucky lottery player in the United Kingdom will forever change their life, as they have won a major jackpot – $14.29 million or £10.6 million from the Saturday drawing on October 4, 2025. This comes shortly after another ticket won the $35 million jackpot from EuroMillions on Friday, October 3. Winning Lottery Numbers in […]
Casino
October 3, 2025
Discover the Geckoplay App: 8,000 Games, Skill-Based Arcades, and Instant Withdrawals
Geckoplay is one of the largest online casinos in the United Kingdom, providing players with an unmatched variety of 8,000+ games developed by the industry’s leading suppliers. The website, which makes it easy to access directly through the Geckoplay app (available on both Apple Store and Google Play), provides players with quick access to the […]
Casino
October 3, 2025
Paddy Power Sportsbook at Hippodrome Casino Goes Live
Paddy Power has opened a new brick-and-mortar sportsbook at the famous Hippodrome Casino in London. This is notably the company’s first sportsbook inside a land-based casino in the UK, the launch of which was made possible by recent land-based gambling reforms. Paddy Power’s New Sportsbook Offers New Opportunities Paddy Power’s new sportsbook had its opening […]
Business
October 3, 2025
Play’n GO Enters Land-Based Casino Market with Exclusive Genting Partnership
Play’n GO, a global leader in casino entertainment, has announced that its industry-leading game portfolio is now available in land-based casinos for the first time in the company’s 20-year history. Play’n GO Announces Launch of Games in Land-Based Casinos Launching with BOOM Slots, a newly developed cabinet created exclusively for Genting venues, this partnership brings […]
Casino
October 3, 2025
William Hill Unveils Refreshed Vegas App
William Hill, the evoke-owned gaming and betting operator, has updated its Vegas gaming app, enhancing the player experience with many new features. Slide Into Your Slick New William Hill Vegas App In its official announcement on LinkedIn, William Hill described the refurbished app as a game-changer that will dazzle players with unforgettable experiences. The operator […]
Industry
October 3, 2025
UK CMA Okays Sportradar’s Acquisition of IMG Arena
The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has confirmed on October 3 that it has wrapped up its probe into Sportradar’s acquisition of IMG Arena. The authority has greenlit the merger, allowing the two companies to proceed with the arrangement. CMA Greenlit the Deal Earlier this year, Sportradar set out to acquire IMG Arena […]
Industry
October 3, 2025
UK Government Weighs Higher Gambling Taxes to Fund Future Reforms
UK finance minister Rachel Reeves suggested that a potential hike in gambling taxes could be in the works, providing the necessary funds for the long-delayed revision of child benefits by the Labour government. Notably, the envisioned changes will not affect the horse racing sector, which recently rallied against what they describe as an unsustainable tax […]
