Kolade Abisoye

Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has issued a $100,000 fine to BetMGM after identifying weaknesses in its know-your-customer procedures. The regulator said the gaps allowed individuals to create multiple betting accounts using stolen identities and payment methods. The board stated: “In its approval of the consent agreement, the Board agreed that BetMGM failed to have sufficient […]

Panama has taken a firm step towards tightening its problem gambling policies as online betting activity continues to rise. Lawmakers approved a new bill to introduce stricter controls on operators while strengthening protections for vulnerable players. The legislation, proposed by Raúl Pineda and Crispiano Adames, has now passed through the National Assembly. It introduces a […]

Polymarket has introduced a new set of market integrity rules, a clear shift in its approach to insider trading. The updates are reflected in its Terms of Use and the Polymarket US Rulebook, expanding the scope of prohibited conduct while strengthening compliance systems. The move follows recent regulatory developments from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. […]

Allwyn has completed its merger with OPAP, cementing its status as one of the largest publicly listed gambling groups globally. The deal follows an agreement reached in October and builds on a relationship formed through KKCG’s major stake in OPAP, acquired in 2013.  The merger gives Allwyn a listing on the Athens Stock Exchange and […]

Betr is now live in 30 states across the United States. This rollout comes at a time when scrutiny of social casino models is intensifying.  The brand’s co-founder, Jake Paul, has actively promoted the platform across social media. He recently confirmed the latest expansion in a post on X. Betr has already built a multi-product […]

Playtech has launched operations in Connecticut, expanding its presence to a sixth regulated iGaming state in the US. The move follows its entry into Delaware last year and reflects continued growth across licensed markets. The expansion places Playtech in a mature but tightly controlled structure, which involves operating online gaming through tribal partnerships. Although smaller […]

Hacksaw Gaming has launched a new initiative aimed at funding and supporting emerging businesses across the gaming sector. The programme, known as Hacksaw Ventures, invests in early-stage companies while providing operational guidance. The initiative will function as the company’s dedicated investment and acceleration division. It targets startups building products within gaming content, technology infrastructure and […]

A Dutch court has ordered a former employee of BetCity and a player to repay significant damages following a fraud case involving unauthorised free bets. The scheme caused substantial financial losses for BetEnt B.V., which is owned by Entain. The District Court of Amsterdam delivered its ruling on 13 February, with publication following on 19 […]

Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis has introduced a ban on political event wagering as part of its revised Standards and Requirements for Internet Gaming. The updated framework, released on 17 March, sets out compliance expectations for operators across sports betting, player protection and system integrity. The prohibition covers bets on elections, leadership contests and by-elections. […]

Australia is facing increasing pressure to regulate the fast-growing blind box toy market, as concerns rise about its similarity to gambling mechanics. Blind boxes are sealed packages that contain random figurines, leaving buyers unaware of what they will receive until after purchase. The category has grown into a global billion-dollar business, driven by brands such […]