iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

May saw sports betting in Virginia make an adjusted gross revenue of $67.9 million, which was the highest point in the last four months. Year-over-year figures show a 26% growth in May revenue and when checked against April, the revenue was also 21% higher. Online betting provided $67.4 million from the May result, with retail […]

Great Britain’s Gambling Commission has imposed a £170,000 ($231,952) penalty on Taichi Tech Limited, the parent company of Fafabet, after finding its terms and conditions were unfair. According to the case file, regulators pointed to a “discretionary” rule in the casino bonus terms, giving Taichi Tech the right to shut down accounts or take winnings […]

The Joint Gambling Authority of the States has released its 2024 Activity Report, boasting significant progress with regulation of the German gambling market and enforcing legal standards. While the authority highlights effective implementation of its measures, it acknowledges that the fight against illegal gambling remains a complex battle. Throughout 2024, GGL intensified its efforts to […]

DraftKings Inc. has introduced My Budget Builder, a new Responsible Gaming tool for players to manage their entertainment budgets across the platform. The feature is live on the DraftKings app and website, showing the company’s commitment to player protection and fair play. This new feature enables users to set customized limits and reminders through a […]

The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has imposed a penalty order on popular YouTuber LeftlanePapi for promoting and participating in illegal online gambling activities. This forms part of their enforcement strategy to tackle the increase in unlicensed gambling operators on social media platforms.  LeftlanePapi, whose YouTube channel has over 53,000 subscribers, is the first publicly named […]

Hasbro received many proposals and has now chosen four new casino industry partners. Key points Evolution is given the exclusive licensing to make online live casino and slot games for Hasbro. Aristocrat Gaming plans to introduce new Monopoly slot games for in-person casino locations. Galaxy Gaming will make casino table games based on Hasbro’s intellectual […]

The payment service Worldpay will work with the DSWV to facilitate safer and up-to-date transactions for regulated bets. Key Points Worldpay is now listed as an associated partner by the German Sports Betting Association (DSWV). This company processes payments for top betting providers working in physical shops and online. The President of DSWV noted Worldpay’s […]

Portugal’s online gambling industry now shows less growth, after several years of rapid expansion. In Q1 2025, Portugal’s online gambling gross revenue decreased compared to the previous quarter for the first time in almost three years, and the market is now flat after a period of steady expansion. The Gaming Regulation and Inspection Service recorded […]

Aposta Ganha has made history by becoming the first Brazilian sports betting company to launch a dedicated mobile app. The platform is available for Android users through the Google Play Store, offering a new level of convenience for bettors in Brazil. This launch positions Aposta Ganha as a pioneer in mobile betting in the country. […]

Lithuania is set to implement a complete advertising ban on gambling by 2028, based on the new transitional rules for gambling advertisements. The enforcement of these measures began on July 1st by the Gambling Supervisory Authority, marking the start of a phased approach towards reducing gambling-related harm. Under the new regulations, gaming operators are only […]