Betr Boosts PointsBet Offer, Seals Hard Rock Deal
Betr improves its A$360m PointsBet bid, secures Hard Rock deal, and challenges MIXI’s competing offer in a heated acquisition race.
Norsk Tipping Faces €3.9m Fine Over Lottery Draw Errors
Norway’s regulator warns Norsk Tipping of a €3.9m fine after years of lottery draw errors that gave unfair advantages.
Mindway AI Partners with BetComply
Mindway AI joins forces with BetComply to enhance safer gambling tools like GameScanner, boosting player protection across global markets.
Louisiana Bill to Double Online Sports Betting Tax to 32.5%
Louisiana House HB 639, aiming to raise online sports betting tax from 15% to 32.5%, boosting funds for education, sports, and healthcare.
Chris Welch Retires as LeoVegas CCO
Chris Welch retires as LeoVegas CCO after decades shaping iGaming industry, reflecting on key roles at PokerStars, Partygaming, and LeoVegas.
Svenska Spel Revenue Drops as Land-Based Casinos Close
Svenska Spel posts 4% revenue decline after casino closures, bets on new lottery and online growth to offset losses.
Videoslots Fined €1.09M by Swedish Regulator
Swedish Gambling Authority fines Videoslots €1.09M for failing to protect players from excessive gambling.
Tipico Achieves ISO 14001:2015 Certification
Tipico earns ISO 14001:2015 certification, highlighting its commitment to environmental sustainability across Malta and Germany offices.
Australian Teens Lose Over AU$231m Annually to Gambling
A new study reveals that over 900,000 Australian teenagers gamble each year, losing more than AU$231 million annually.
Light & Wonder Acquires 20% Stake in Bang Bang Games
Light & Wonder invests in Bang Bang Games, reinforcing its Spark programme and expanding its global slot content footprint.
Chile Drops Legal Case Against Foreign Online Betting Operators
Chile ends its legal probe into foreign online betting platforms, spotlighting the urgent need for regulation.
Brazil's SPA Launches 2025–2026 Agenda
Brazil’s SPA outlines 2025–2026 betting agenda with a focus on player exclusion databases and safer gambling initiatives.
Spinmatic Expands Global Reach Through Strategic Novibet Deal
Spinmatic partners with Novibet to expand across Greece and beyond, boosting its premium casino games portfolio globally.
The Visualize Group to Acquire BMM Testlabs
The Visualize Group will acquire BMM Testlabs, with CEO Martin Storm staying on and new plans for global expansion and employee ownership.
Rotterdam Court Orders Betsson to Repay €385K
A Dutch court orders Betsson to repay €385K to a customer who gambled on unlicensed platforms before 2021 regulation.
Germany Urged to Appoint Gambling Prosecutor
DSWV calls on Germany’s government to appoint a specialized gambling prosecutor and boost legal market competitiveness.
Aristocrat vs. Light & Wonder: Discovery Dispute Heats Up
Aristocrat accuses Light & Wonder of concealing crucial evidence in the Dragon Train lawsuit. Both sides spar over discovery scope.
BETER & Turbo Stars Unite
BETER integrates its complete fast betting suite into Turbo Stars, expanding next-gen esports and sports offerings across global markets.
Australia’s Self-Exclusion BetStop Breaks 40k Mark
Over 40,000 Australians have self-excluded via BetStop, signaling a major shift in responsible gambling practices nationwide.
Tipico Targets Black Market with “Trusted Partner” Certification
Tipico launches a “Trusted Partner” seal for game manufacturers who supply only licensed German sites, tackling black market gambling head-on.
U.S. Market Slump Pounds Casino Stocks
Operator shares plummet as new tariffs shake U.S. markets. Wynn leads steep declines, adding to Nevada’s revenue woes.
Massachusetts Eyes 51% Online Betting Tax
Massachusetts proposes the “Bettor Health Act” with ads ban, 51% online tax, and stricter controls to protect vulnerable bettors.
Ghana Repeals 10% Tax on Gambling Wins
Ghana ends 10% betting tax, aiming to boost economic activity. Critics warn of revenue losses and increased gambling risks.
Colossalbet Slapped with $60k Fine
Colossalbet faces a landmark AUS$60k penalty in NSW for indecent gambling ads. Regulators warn others to follow strict ad standards.