Articles by Arijit Roul
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Washington Approves College Sports Betting at Tribal Casinos
Washington allows college sports betting at tribal casinos, including in-state teams, starting June 2026 after rollout. Strict rules apply with no online…
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GambleAware Ends After 20 Years in the UK Shift
GambleAware stopped work on 31 March 2026 after twenty years, ending its role in the UK for harm prevention, research, and treatment.…
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William Hill to Close 200 Shops After UK Gambling Tax Hikes
William Hill plans to close close to 200 UK betting shops from late May, shaking nearly 15 per cent of its retail…
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José Mourinho Partners with GR8 Tech to Front Champions Club Campaign
José Mourinho now joins GR8 Tech as brand ambassador, entering the Champions Club with names like Oleksandr Usyk, and this move brings…
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Superbet Launches in Greece, Targeting Fast-Growing €1.2 Billion Betting Market
Superbet now enters Greece with sportsbook and iGaming services, while a local Athens team supports operations with a clear focus. The Greek…
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Virgin Bet Expands Beyond UK with Strategic Launch in South Africa
Virgin Bet now enters South Africa, marking its first move outside the UK since 2019, creating a strong shift in direction. This…
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Gamehost Agrees to $13.65-Per-Share Acquisition by Pure Casino Entertainment
Pure Casino Entertainment will acquire Gamehost shares at $13.65 cash, giving a near 17 per cent premium. Closing expected mid-2026 after approvals.…
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Nevada Court Stops Coinbase Prediction Markets amid Legal Fight
A Nevada court issued a preliminary injunction on March 26, stopping Coinbase's prediction market operations in the state, which created sharp tension.…
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Nepal Enforces Nationwide Ban on Online Betting Platforms with Immediate ISP Blockade
Nepal directed ISPs to block betting apps and websites within 24 hours under a cabinet reform plan, creating immediate pressure. The action…
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FairPlay Sports Media launches Customer Insights Platform for UK Betting Operators
FairPlay Customer Insights gives real-time data on bettor sentiment using a panel with more than 1,000 active UK bettors, and this brings…
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Caesars Opens Early Access Before Alberta iGaming Rollout
Caesars has started pre-registration for Alberta residents aged 21 and above before the province begins regulated online gaming, creating early access and…
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AffPapa Obtains Initial External Funding for Events Division Growth
AffPapa secured €1.3 million from VenturePapa investors, marking its first external funding after six years of self-funded operations, creating both relief and…
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Gambling.com Group Announces Management Reshuffle
Charles Gillespie will move to executive chair after 20 years as CEO, while Kevin McCrystle takes the chief executive role, creating both…
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Codere Prepares for Potential €2 Billion Sale
Codere has started a sale process that may value the company above €2 billion, with bids likely between May and July. The…
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Game Lounge CEO Richard Dennys Steps Down as Founder Returns in Interim Role
Denny stepped down on 24 March 2026 after two years shaped by restructuring and market expansion work. Cederholm returned as interim CEO…
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BC.Game Appoints Kar Kheng Giam as CEO to Drive Regulated Market Expansion
BC.Game has appointed Kar Kheng Giam as CEO to lead expansion into regulated markets across global regions, showing a clear push toward…
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bet365 Leaves American Gaming Association During Industry Change
bet365 leaves the American Gaming Association, pointing to a mismatch with digital-first plans and focus on land-based casinos. This exit follows DraftKings,…
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Sportradar Unveils Playradar to Grow Hybrid iGaming Scope
Playradar merges sports data, streaming, and casino gaming into one platform aimed at increasing retention and engagement levels. It features a 24/7…
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IGT Confirms Workforce Cuts Under Strategic Reset
IGT will cut nearly 700 workers, close to 10 percent of the global workforce, aiming to adjust operations with strategic plans. This…
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NCAA Starts Case Against DraftKings Over Tournament Marks
The NCAA has filed a federal case seeking damages and an urgent order to stop DraftKings from using March Madness and Final…