Scientific Games Seals 7-Year Berlin Lottery Deal
Scientific Games secures seven-year contract with Berlin Lottery, deploying SYMPHONY system to unify retail & digital channels.
Swedish Regulator Bans Goodwin NV
Sweden’s gambling authority blocks Curacao-based Goodwin NV for unlicensed operations. Joins list of barred Curaçao iGaming firms.
MyBookie.ag Receives Michigan Cease-and-Desist
The Michigan Gaming Control Board orders MyBookie.ag to stop unlicensed gambling. Offshore site must cease services within 14 days.
MGCB Sues Churchill Downs’ TwinSpires
Michigan sues Churchill Downs for continuing TwinSpires betting after suspension. Dispute centers on state licensing vs. federal law.
Pam Bergin Exits Gambling Awareness Trust
After five years leading Ireland’s Gambling Awareness Trust, CEO Pam Bergin steps down. Charity seeks new leader.
New Lithuania Law Blocks Unlicensed Gambling Payments
Lithuania mandates banks block payment card transactions to unlicensed gambling sites. Only whitelisted operators allowed.
Konami Reinvents BC Gold Slots
Konami Gaming teams up with BCLC to upgrade BC Gold slots. 245 new video machines debut by 2027, linking statewide progressive jackpots.
SOFTSWISS Approved in Peru
SOFTSWISS secures MINCETUR certification, meeting Peru’s new gambling framework. Third major Peruvian regulatory update in two days.
3,800+ Illegal Gambling Sites Blocked, S$37m Frozen
The MHA cracks down on illegal gambling in Singapore, blocking 3,800+ sites and stopping S$37m in transactions. Public urged to report.
Altenar Unveils Cutting-Edge Sports Betting at ICE Barcelona 2025
Altenar’s Sam Hill previews game-changing sportsbook solutions at ICE Barcelona. Personalized features and data-driven insights.
GR8 Tech Earns MGA Recognition, Expands to Malta
GR8 Tech secures Malta Gaming Authority notice, matching a B2B licence. Now, it aims to broaden its iGaming product reach in Malta.
President Petro Doubles Down on Gambling Tax
President Petro proposes a gambling tax hike instead of broader business taxes. He aims to channel the extra revenue into healthcare.
Flutter Faces Sharp US Earnings Dip, Eyes Global Resilience
FanDuel’s parent, Flutter, slashes 2024 forecasts by $205m. US bettors cash in amid record NFL favorites streak, hurting margins.
Indonesia Blocks 43,000 Gambling-Related Digital Items
Indonesia's Komdigi Ministry intensifies its fight against illegal gambling, blocking 43,000 digital items in 2025.
Bragg Goes Live in Brazil: Strengthening Its iGaming Footprint
Bragg debuts in Brazil, supplying a third of operators with proprietary slots like Egyptian Magic and Crazy Diamonds.
German Court Halts Player Cases
Erfurt court suspends two lawsuits on pre-regulation losses. It requests the ECJ to clarify key questions about Germany’s online gambling ban.
Finnplay Seals Operator Deals
Finnplay locks in new operator agreements, leveraging local expertise and ISO 27001 compliance for Finland’s imminent iGaming debut.
Irish Banks Launch Voluntary Credit Card Block for Gambling
Two major Irish banks introduce an optional gambling credit card block. GRAI applauds this measure as Ireland readies for 2025 market launch.
Illegal Roblox Casinos Permanently Closed
Unlicensed gambling sites exploiting Roblox’s young user base shut down after legal pressure. Parents urged to stay vigilant.
Belgium’s BAGO Demands Action to Crush Illegal Gambling Market
BAGO urges stronger enforcement, resources, and collaboration to combat Belgium’s rampant illegal gambling sites targeting young players.
PAGCOR Ends Offshore Gaming in Cavite
PAGCOR halts POGOs at Island Cove in Cavite, Philippines. Thousands impacted, new reforms enforce compliance and support displaced workers.
Gambling.com Group Acquires Odds Holdings in $160M Deal
Gambling.com Group boosts growth with $160M acquisition of Odds Holdings, adding cutting-edge real-time odds data technology.
BetConstruct Unveils "Center of Gravity" for ICE Barcelona 2025
BetConstruct's "Center of Gravity" concept, debuting at ICE Barcelona 2025, embodies innovation, collaboration, and solutions for iGaming.
US Senate Judiciary to Discuss SAFE Bet Act
The US Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing on sports betting and the SAFE Bet Act on December 17 to address gambling standards.