New York Bill Banning Sweepstakes Casinos Ready For Governor Approval
A bill in New York that proposes to ban sweepstakes casinos now only needs approval from Gov. Kathy Hochul after being unanimously passed in the Assembly.
Gambling Industry News
Louisiana Issues 40 Cease-And-Desist Letters To Illegal Gambling Sites
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board has announced that it has issued cease-and-desist letters to 40 illegal gambling operators, including offshore betting sites and sweepstakes casinos.
34 States Join Legal Case Against Kalshi’s Sports Prediction Markets
A total of 34 state authorities have joined the battle against Kalshi over the company's sports event contracts.
Six Former Surrey Scorchers Players Named In Basketball Match-Fixing Case
The British Gambling Commission (BGC) and International Basketball Federation (FIBA) have named six former Surrey Scorchers players in a basketball match-fixing case that will see heavy sanctions issued. Surrey Scorchers Players In Hot Water After BGC Basketball Match-Fixing Case Six former players of Surrey Scorchers have been revealed by the British Gambling Commission in basketball […]
Southampton FC Announce Midnite As Training Kit Partner For 2025-26 Season
Southampton FC has announced Midnite as its training kit partner for the 2025-26 season. Midnite, a leading UK online casino, will sponsor a football club for the very first time and the partnership is yet another venture from the firm into the world of sport. As part of the agreement with the Saints, Midnite’s logo […]
Police Hunt Suspects In Baccarat Cheating Ring That Netted $1.5 Million
Police are hunting a baccarat cheating ring that is thought to have made $1.5 million after targeting at least 10 casinos across the country.
Tribes Weigh In On Case Against Kalshi In New Jersey
The Indian Gaming Association (IGA) has called on tribes to add their voice against Kalshi in the case against the prediction markets operator in New Jersey.
JO1 Member Shion Tsurubo Under Investigation For Illegal Gambling In Japan
Tokyo police are investigating boy band JO1 member Shion Tsurubo over illegal gambling on an online casino.
UK Gambling & Casino Industry News
Ex-Tory MP Appears In Court Over Betting Offences Linked To 2024 General Election
Former Conservative MP Craig Williams appeared in court alongside 14 others charged with betting offences linked to the 2024 general election. Charges were brought by the Gambling Commission into alleged betting on the date of the election, which could see defendants facing prison sentences of up to two years if convicted. Williams, the former MP […]
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75 Arrested In Raid On Alabama Cockfighting Ring
Federal agents, state and local law enforcement officers dismantled a cockfighting ring in Alabama on Saturday, charging 75 and seizing firearms and gambling cash.
Australia Gambling News
Tabcorp In Venue Gambling Promotions Draw Criticism From Senator
Independent Senator David Pocock has criticized Tabcorp for their promotion of gambling inducements in pubs and clubs.
Casino News
Connecticut Governor Signs Sweepstakes Ban Into Law
Connecticut became the second state to ban sweepstakes casinos after Governor Ned Lamont signed off on new legislation.
Gambling Industry News
DraftKings Follow FanDuel By Charging $0.50 On Every Bet In Illinois
DraftKings announced that it will introduce the same $0.50 charge on every bet in Illinois as FanDuel in response to new taxes in the state.
UK Gambling & Casino Industry News
Great Britain’s Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) Appoint Former William Hill Chief Roger Devlin As New Chairman
The HBLB (Great Britain’s Horserace Betting Levy Board) have announced former William Hill chief Roger Devlin as their new chairman – having been appointed by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport – Lisa Nandy. Roger Devlin Will Replace Anne Lambert As HBLB Chairman Anne Lambert has served as the HBLB chairman since […]
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Swedish Goverment Plan To Expand Gambling Credit Ban
The Swedish government is set to expand the country’s ban on gambling with credit through new legislation. The Swedish Gambling Act already stops players from using credit to bet with licensed operators but the government believes current regulations aren’t doing enough to prevent the issue. The current ban has what they call ‘limited scope’ as […]