Social Media Lottery Players Trust Familiar Faces Over Licences
UKGC research finds social media lottery players trust familiar hosts and visible winners more than licences, as 252 draws are removed.
Gambling Industry News
Court Hears Allegations of bet365 Free-Bet Fraud Scheme
Seven defendants face allegations of exploiting bet365’s free-bet offer and moving illicit funds, with cases heard in Gloucestershire.
Bally’s Revenue Jumps as Losses and Chicago Pressure Mount
Bally’s Q2 2026 revenue reached $792.2 million, but a $163.98 million net loss and Chicago construction concerns cloud the results.
UK Gambling Act Changes Could Require Primary Legislation
UK Gambling Act changes could require primary legislation, while councils gain more control and wider reform pressure builds ahead of consultation.
BetConstruct Ties World Cup 2026 Package to Major Launch Discounts
BetConstruct’s World Cup 2026 package gives new operators free Core Suite access for three months plus discounts through month twelve.
Candle Lake Values Evolution at SEK 131.7bn in Mandatory Bid
Evolution faces a SEK 695 mandatory offer from Candle Lake, valuing the gaming supplier at SEK 131.7bn as Dart’s stake exceeds 31%.
Evolution Shares Face SEK 695 Mandatory Offer From Candle Lake
Candle Lake has launched a SEK 695 mandatory offer for Evolution, with a potential squeeze-out and delisting if its stake exceeds 90%.
Financial Risk Assessment Pilot Faces Data and Friction Concerns
The UK Gambling Commission’s financial risk assessment pilot faces concerns over data reliability, customer friction and operator obligations.
Regulation
Glasgow targets gambling harm with £3.44m levy investment
Glasgow will use £3.44m in gambling levy funding for prevention, debt support and services targeting gambling harm across the city.
Gambling Industry News
Romania’s Gambling Regulator Faces Audit After Tax Revenue Falls
Romania gambling tax revenue fell 17% in 2024 as operators warned higher costs could drive players to unlicensed sites and weaken oversight.
Gambling Industry News
Martin Sherif Accused of Placing 61 Football Bets
Everton forward Martin Sherif faces an FA charge over 61 alleged football bets placed during a 15-month period.
Gambling Industry News
New York Takes Kalshi Fight to State Court After Federal Setback
Kalshi faces New York enforcement after a judge rejected its injunction bid, intensifying the fight over state gambling laws and prediction markets.
Regulation
Colorado Sportsbooks Face New Credit Card and Messaging Rules
Colorado sports betting operators face a credit-card deposit ban, six-deposit limit and new messaging rules from August 12, 2026.
Regulation
Norsk Tipping settles dispute with 16,968 customers
Norsk Tipping will enter 16,968 customers into a NOK 3m draw after errors triggered penalties and legal action in Norway.
Regulation
Eight Arrested in Doncaster Unlicensed Gambling Raids
Eight people were arrested and almost £9,000 seized after authorities raided two unlicensed gambling venues in Doncaster city centre.