The arrest of the CEO of Esportes da Sorte, one of Brazil’s largest betting companies, has sent shockwaves through the industry. The CEO initially surrendered to authorities after an arrest warrant was issued. Strangely, Esportes da Sorte was not on the list of operators applying for a gambling license in Brazil. This, coupled with the […]

Despite its dominant position in Finland’s gambling market, Veikkaus, the state-owned monopoly operator, has faced a significant decline in gross gaming revenue (GGR). Over the past five years, GGR has plummeted by 40%. In its H1 2024 report, Veikkaus attributed this decline to a combination of factors, including the migration of some players to offshore […]

The Japanese National Police Agency (NPA) has launched its first investigation into an offshore casino operator, marking a significant escalation in the country’s crackdown on illegal gambling activities. Over the past year, Japanese law enforcement agencies have become increasingly proactive in their fight against illegal operators, employing aggressive tactics such as arrests and criminal prosecutions. […]

A recent study examined the correlation between news coverage and public interest in gambling in the UAE. By analyzing search volume data from Ahrefs and key news events related to the UAE gaming market, the authors uncovered some intriguing findings. Significant increase in interest: since the initial mention of a potential licensed gambling market in […]

Betway, owned by Super Group, has announced its complete withdrawal from the Swedish market by October 1 this year. After this date, all accounts will be closed. While the specific reason for leaving hasn’t been disclosed, the company holds a local license valid until 2029. This move appears to be part of a broader strategy. […]