Ohio Governor Proposes Doubling Sports Betting Tax to 40%
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine proposes doubling the state’s sports betting tax from 20% to 40%, raising up to $130M for sports facility funding.
Stake Aims for Market Leadership in Brazil’s Regulated iGaming
Stake targets dominance in Brazil’s regulated gambling market, leveraging innovation, sponsorships, and a growing presence.
UKGC Opens Consultation on Stricter Gaming Machine Standards
The UKGC launches a 16-week consultation on gaming machine standards to enhance player safety and transparency.
Ukrainian Police Raid Live Casino Studio Linked to Original Spirit
Original Spirit has been identified as the live casino studio raided by Ukrainian police over illegal gambling allegations.
Colombia Implements Temporary Online Gambling Tax
Colombia introduces a temporary 19% VAT on online gambling, aiming to raise funds for urgent security measures.
Northern Ireland Updates Gambling Laws
Northern Ireland aligns gambling laws with Great Britain but faces criticism for lacking equivalent player protections.
Habanero Secures Greek iGaming License
Habanero gains a Greek iGaming license, bringing its portfolio to a fast-growing market expected to hit $1.9B by 2029.
Oddsgate Earns Great Place to Work Certification
Oddsgate achieves the Great Place to Work certification in Portugal again, reaffirming its commitment to workplace excellence.
Turkey Blocks 233,000 Illegal Gambling Sites in 2024
Turkey shut down 233,000 illegal gambling websites in 2024, intensifying efforts against unlicensed betting and financial crimes.
California Tribes Delay Sports Betting Push Until 2028
California tribal leaders won't pursue legal sports betting in 2026, citing voter disinterest and the need for unity among tribes.
Brazil Considers B2B Supplier Certification
Brazil’s gaming regulator eyes B2B certification for suppliers. 9,000 illegal domains shut, with more crackdowns & global cooperation.
Soft2Bet Enters Spain With Tailored Casino Products
Soft2Bet secures Spanish gaming licence to launch customized casino products, aiming for market growth and global expansion.
Hawaii Renews Legal Gambling Push
Hawaii lawmakers introduce multiple bills to legalise online gaming & sports betting. Proposals face steep challenges despite broad scope.
Redburn Warns Evolution’s Growth at Risk
Analysts at Redburn question Evolution’s unregulated markets. UK licence review reveals broader scrutiny of aggregator models.
Curaçao Court Declares AK Global NV Bankrupt
Paris Saint-Germain secures a Curaçao bankruptcy order against ex-sponsor Cbet. AK Global NV is dissolved after non-payment of debts.
Spribe’s Aviator Strikes UFC & WWE Deals
Spribe partners with UFC and WWE to feature Aviator branding at global events. Aims to expand US presence and boost $14bn wagers.
Aristocrat Debuts NFL Slots in Puerto Rico
Aristocrat’s NFL Triple Score slot rolls out across 13 Puerto Rico casinos. Game offers $20k jackpot & team-custom features.
Unibet Licence Under Scrutiny
Two Dutch MPs question Unibet’s licence in the Netherlands over unresolved historical practices. Possible suspension, data refusal at issue.
Betsson Reshuffles Management: Svensson and Saliba Step Up
Betsson AB appoints Jesper Svensson and Kristian Saliba as operational CEO and CFO, restructuring its core leadership team.
Nebraska Bill Seeks College Sports Betting
Senator Tom Brandt proposes LB63 to add in-state college sports betting to Nebraska’s retail-only market. Bill faces historical hurdles.
Feds to Tackle ‘Quasi-Gambling’ in 2025
Regulus Partners expects a Trump Administration clampdown on DFS 2.0, sweepstakes casinos, and sports CFDs. State-based regulation strained.
Unibet Faces Dutch Data Dispute: Gambler Refund Claims Stalled
Kindred’s Unibet withholds transaction records in Netherlands, frustrating refund claims. Lawyer calls for KSA and political intervention.
Google Bans Gambling Ads in Nigeria
Google enforces strict gambling ad ban in Nigeria after a major court ruling decentralizes gambling authority. All related promotions halted.
Thailand Approves Casino Draft Law
Thai cabinet okays new casino bill, moving closer to legal gambling. Aims to rival neighbors, boost tourism & create jobs.