THE CASINO NEWS DAILY NEWSROOM
The latest developments in gambling, regulation and the people shaping the industry.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is preparing to roll out its first structured online gaming framework, with the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) set to allow one business-to-consumer (B2C) licence per…
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit – KSA) has revealed plans to create a new category of operating license designed specifically for skill-based gaming machines. The move is intended to streamline the licensing…
In a significant development revealed on October 21, 2025, Evolution AB, a world leader in online casino game development, disclosed that Playtech Software Limited, a subsidiary of Playtech Plc, was behind the creation…
Sri Lanka is set to launch its highly anticipated Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) by June 2026. The establishment of this regulatory body is a crucial step in modernizing the country’s gambling sector,…
South Africa’s gambling industry has reached unprecedented levels, generating a record R75 billion in gross gambling revenue for the 2024/25 financial year. However, the rapid expansion of online betting has raised serious…
An industry survey of more than 700 gaming professionals confirmed what many operators already knew: regulatory compliance now sits at the top of the priority list. Competition and market pressures have been…
The UK Gambling Commission has announced new measures aimed at standardizing how online gambling operators define and present deposit limits to players. The initiative seeks to remove inconsistencies across platforms, improve transparency,…
Thailand is moving closer to adopting its first comprehensive law dedicated to the regulation of online and digital games. The proposed Game Industry Act, drafted earlier this year, aims to set clear…
A Nevada District Court has decided that the ongoing legal conflict between Evolution and Light & Wonder over alleged trade secret theft will be resolved in arbitration, not in court. The case stems…
The government of Timor-Leste has enacted a sweeping prohibition on online gambling and betting, canceling all current licenses and halting the issuance of new ones. This decision, formalized through a Council of…
Imagine Live has taken another step in strengthening its European presence after securing certification from Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) for operations in Italy. This approval confirms that its portfolio of live dealer…
Sweden is preparing major changes to its Gambling Act following the release of a government inquiry led by investigator Marcus Isgren. The report, delivered to the Ministry of Finance, outlines new measures…
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, Ksa) has initiated a closer look at behavioural practices used by online gambling platforms. This follows a study commissioned from Behavioural Insights, which examined how providers influence…
A new measure to support individuals dealing with gambling problems has been rolled out in Ireland, giving bank customers the ability to voluntarily block their debit cards from being used on gambling…
The Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ), Spain’s national gambling regulator, has released financial results for the second quarter of 2025. The latest figures show broad year-on-year increases in the Spain…
Thailand’s newly elected prime minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, has made it clear that casino development and gambling-driven growth will not happen under his leadership. Speaking to reporters this week, he said Thailand would…
The Scottish government has formally confirmed its support for legislation that would outlaw greyhound racing, a move campaigners describe as historic for animal welfare. Agriculture Minister Jim Fairlie conveyed the government’s position…
Cryptocurrencies are no longer a fringe concept in the iGaming industry. What began as an offshore phenomenon associated with unregulated operators has started to enter regulated ecosystems, raising both opportunities and challenges.…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stood firmly behind the recently enacted Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, calling it a “major decision” aimed at safeguarding young people from the dangers…
The Union government has informed the Delhi High Court that the long-awaited regulatory framework for online gaming will soon be operationalized. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, speaking on behalf of the Centre, stated…
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) is set to introduce significant amendments to its remote gambling licensing rules, effective January 1, 2026. These changes are particularly relevant for operators whose licenses, initially…
Thailand’s political landscape has been thrown into turmoil after Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was removed from office following a 6-3 Constitutional Court ruling citing serious ethical misconduct. The decision, delivered on Friday…
India’s online gaming industry, once a rapidly expanding market fueled by billions in foreign investment, is now facing unprecedented disruption after the implementation of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act,…
EveryMatrix has taken a significant step in expanding its global footprint by joining CIBELAE, the regional branch of the World Lottery Association (WLA) representing 80 Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries across Latin and…
The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) has released new data highlighting the performance of Brazil’s regulated betting and iGaming market in the first six months of 2025, confirming gross gaming revenue…
Massachusetts is preparing to overhaul its online gambling framework with House Bill 4431, introduced by Representative David Muradian. The proposal would establish a regulated online casino market while imposing a complete ban…
India has taken a decisive step toward implementing a uniform framework for online gaming regulation. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming…
Real-money online casino play is legal in only a handful of states. Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and West Virginia each run their own regulated markets, complete with licensing,…
The Division of Gaming Enforcement reported that internet casinos collected $247.3 million in July, surpassing the state’s previous record of $246.8 million set in May. This marked a 26.6% increase compared to…
Entain plc reported higher-than-expected results for the first half of 2025, with total group net gaming revenue (NGR) including its 50% share of BetMGM rising 7% year-on-year, or 10% on a constant…
