Wyoming Regulator Warns Public About Illegal Online Casino Platforms

Wyoming Regulator Warns Public About Illegal Online Casino Platforms

by May 23, 2025

The Wyoming Gaming Commission has issued a strong public warning regarding the surge of illegal online gambling platforms offering casino-style games across the state. While online sports betting and fantasy sports are permitted and regulated in Wyoming, real-money online casino ...

Playtech Signals Strong Start to 2025 With B2B Focus and US Growth

Playtech Signals Strong Start to 2025 With B2B Focus and US Growth

by May 22, 2025

Playtech has confirmed a solid opening to 2025, reporting major growth in its US operations and completing a transformative shift to a business-to-business (B2B) model. In a trading update covering January to April, the company pointed to “very strong” revenue gains in the United ...

Spain Launches €1.05M Research Grant for Gambling Harm Projects

Spain Launches €1.05M Research Grant for Gambling Harm Projects

by May 21, 2025

The Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) in Spain has announced the opening of its 2025 funding round to support research into gambling-related disorders. Backed by a total budget of €1,049,380, the initiative is designed to encourage deeper investigation int ...

IGT-Led Consortium Set to Secure Italian Lottery License Through 2034

IGT-Led Consortium Set to Secure Italian Lottery License Through 2034

by May 20, 2025

International Game Technology (IGT) has announced that the Judging Commission has completed its thorough evaluation of the technical and economic proposals submitted by LottoItalia, the consortium it leads, for the Italian National Lottery license. The consortium, which includes ...

Gaming in Spain Conference 2025 Expands Focus Beyond National Borders

Gaming in Spain Conference 2025 Expands Focus Beyond National Borders

by May 19, 2025

The upcoming Gaming in Spain Conference, scheduled for June 26 at the Auditorio ECIJA in Madrid, will once again bring together regulators, legal experts, and industry leaders for a day of insights, discussions, and cross-border collaboration. This year’s event reflects a broaden ...

AGCO Calls on Media Platforms to Cease Promoting Unregulated Gambling Sites

AGCO Calls on Media Platforms to Cease Promoting Unregulated Gambling Sites

by May 16, 2025

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has reached out to over a dozen traditional and digital media platforms, urging them to stop promoting unregulated online gambling and sports betting platforms. The AGCO’s main focus is on Bodog, an offshore operator that has be ...

BGC Warns Tax Hikes Will Undermine Racing’s Funding as Levy Contributions Hit Record High

BGC Warns Tax Hikes Will Undermine Racing’s Funding as Levy Contributions Hit Record High

by May 15, 2025

The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has raised concerns about the potential negative impact of further tax increases on the gambling industry, particularly on horseracing funding. Despite this, new figures reveal that betting operators have contributed a record £108m in Levy pay ...

Kalamba and Microgame Strengthen Their Presence in Italy Through New Partnerships

Kalamba and Microgame Strengthen Their Presence in Italy Through New Partnerships

by May 14, 2025

Kalamba Games, a leading provider of innovative slot games, has announced an exciting partnership with Microgame, marking a significant step in expanding its presence in the Italian iGaming market.This collaboration combines Kalamba’s expertise in crafting engaging and cuttin ...

Paraguay’s Landmark Gambling Regulation Set to End Monopoly and Boost Market

Paraguay’s Landmark Gambling Regulation Set to End Monopoly and Boost Market

by May 13, 2025

In a significant move that will reshape the country’s gambling landscape, Paraguay has enacted Law No. 7348/2025, which amends the existing gambling laws and opens the door to private operators.Signed into law on May 7, 2025, the new regulations are a pivotal step towar ...

National Gambling Support Network Helps Over 110,000 with Increased Self-Referrals

National Gambling Support Network Helps Over 110,000 with Increased Self-Referrals

by May 12, 2025

The National Gambling Support Network (NGSN) has reported strong progress in its second year since launching in April 2023. New data shows that over 110,000 individuals have received support from the network, which offers free and confidential treatment, advice, and assistance to ...

Bank of Ireland Responds to Surge in Youth Gambling with Voluntary Card Blocks

Bank of Ireland Responds to Surge in Youth Gambling with Voluntary Card Blocks

by May 9, 2025

Gambling activity among young adults in Ireland has seen a sharp increase in early 2025, driven in part by major sporting events. New data from Bank of Ireland reveals that card spending on gambling rose by 19% among individuals aged 18 to 25 in the first quarter of the year, des ...

DGOJ Slaps €77.4M in Fines on 14 Illegal Gambling Operators

DGOJ Slaps €77.4M in Fines on 14 Illegal Gambling Operators

by May 8, 2025

The General Directorate for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) has announced a significant crackdown on illegal gambling operations in Spain, imposing a total of €77.4 million in fines. This penalty comes as part of an ongoing effort to strengthen consumer protection and ensure st ...

IGT Licensed by UAE Regulator as Market Opens to Global Suppliers

IGT Licensed by UAE Regulator as Market Opens to Global Suppliers

by May 7, 2025

International Game Technology (IGT) has officially entered the United Arab Emirates’ regulated gaming industry as the latest supplier to receive a license from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). This approval places IGT Global Services Limited among ...

UK’s New Gambling Tax Proposal Draws Criticism from Industry Leaders

UK’s New Gambling Tax Proposal Draws Criticism from Industry Leaders

by May 6, 2025

The UK government’s recent proposal to consolidate its online gambling tax structure has sparked a backlash from key stakeholders within the betting and racing sectors. The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) and the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) have expressed concerns ...

New Jersey and UAE Seal Gaming Pact to Advance Tech, Security

New Jersey and UAE Seal Gaming Pact to Advance Tech, Security

by May 5, 2025

A new partnership between New Jersey and the United Arab Emirates aims to set a global standard for innovation and regulation in the gaming sector. On April 30, 2025, Governor Phil Murphy signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the UAE’s General Commercial Gaming Regulato ...