Slovakia Suspends Gambling on Funeral Day of Pope Francis
Slovakia halts gambling activities on April 26 to honor Pope Francis, reflecting national respect during his funeral
Spelinspektionen Launches Study to Modernize Charity Gambling
Swedish regulator Spelinspektionen initiates a study to assess and update charity gambling laws amid evolving market conditions.
Tipico CEO Rejects Maltese Legal Shield
Tipico's CEO Axel Hefer affirms the company's commitment to address German legal claims without invoking Malta's Bill 55 protections.
Dutch Regulator Imposes Weekly Fines on Starscream
Kansspelautoriteit KSA orders Starscream to cease unlicensed gambling in the Netherlands or face €280K weekly fines.
Black Cube's Secret Report Targets Evolution
Black Cube's covert report accuses Evolution of illegal operations, sparking legal disputes and regulatory investigations.
Russia Gambling Laws 2025: Zones, Taxes, & Penalties
Russia’s 2025 gambling laws. Learn about legal zones, taxes, penalties, and online betting rules across lotteries, casinos, and sportsbooks.
Arizona Cracks Down on Unlicensed Gambling Operators
The Arizona Department of Gaming has issued cease-and-desist letters to unlicensed online gambling operators targeting residents.
Dutch Regulator Hits Record €734K Fine
KSA issues record fine of €734,000 to unnamed operator for failing to protect vulnerable young gamblers in the Netherlands.
ACT Inquiry to Help Clubs Reduce Gambling Dependence
ACT government announces independent inquiry into club sector sustainability, with focus on reducing gambling reliance.
AGCO Fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $120K
Ontario regulator fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $120,000 for failing to detect a dealer collusion scheme.
Russia Plans Crackdown on Online Gambling
Russia eyes new restrictions on online gambling, including crypto payment bans and website blocks, to curb access among minors.
New York Weighs Bill to Cap Daily Sportsbook Deposits
New York Assembly reviews bill to cap sportsbook deposits at $5,000, ban credit card use, and restrict gambling ads.
Hawaii Sports Betting Bill Faces Uncertain Future
Hawaii’s sports betting bill is in limbo after the House rejected Senate amendments, with time running out before the May 1 deadline.
KSA Threatens Gamusoft with €280K Weekly Fines
Dutch regulator KSA orders Gamusoft to stop illegal skin gambling via CSGOFast or face €280K weekly fines, maxing at €840K.
Hacksaw Gaming Preparing for Stockholm IPO
Hacksaw Gaming may go public in Stockholm with backing from top banks, signaling confidence amid weak IPO climate.
Timor-Leste Grants First Offshore Gaming Licence to GD Lotto
Timor-Leste has licensed Golden River Universe, its first offshore gaming operator, aiming to become Asia’s Malta.
KSA Warns 711 Casino Over Ad Placement on School Website
Dutch regulator KSA issues a formal warning to 711 Casino for ads found on a children’s homework site, urging stricter compliance.
Aviatrix Gains Certification in Estonia, Expands with FenixBet
Aviatrix secures Estonian certification, launching its innovative crash game with FenixBet, marking another milestone in global expansion.
Black Market Gambling Surges in UK and Netherlands
Stricter gambling laws in the UK and Netherlands drive players toward unlicensed sites, fueling black market growth.
Evolution CEO Sees 28% Pay Drop
Evolution CEO’s pay fell 28% in 2024 amid wider executive cuts. Annual report also flags labor disputes, M&A slowdown, and rising RG cases.
Kansas Lawmakers Block License Renewals After 2027
Kansas sportsbooks may shut down after 2027 as lawmakers block license renewals. Industry braces for major regulatory shift.
Black Market Traced to Curaçao, Anjouan, and Skin Betting
Spelinspektionen flags Curaçao, Anjouan, and skin betting as key sources of unlicensed gambling targeting Swedish players.
Brazil Court Reinstates Pixbet License
Pixbet regains its betting license after a Brazilian court reverses SPA suspension. Others remain inactive.
Michigan Investigates Sports Prediction Markets
MGCB investigates unlicensed sports prediction markets, citing consumer protection and regulatory compliance concerns.