iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

Four social media influencers have been fined for promoting offshore gambling websites to a New Zealand audience. Multiple fines of $5,000 were issued by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) to Millie Elder-Holmes, Calen Morris, Billie Whaanga, and Tuhira Wana. It has been confirmed that these fines were linked to the promotion of Spinbet, a […]

Norsk Tipping, Norway’s state-owned lottery operator, is facing a potential fine of up to NOK 25 million after a major mistake in its Super Draw on 19 April 2025. After the error led to 52 people being wrongly announced as million-kroner winners, The Norwegian Lottery Authority issued the company a notice of violation. The problem […]

Greece has announced its plans to ban children under the age of 16 from using social media platforms. The ban will be enforced through a new application called Kids Wallet, which will prevent access to certain online platforms once parents activate the settings. This move makes Greece the first European Union country to introduce such […]

The Turkish Trade Ministry’s investigation identified several social media accounts violating national gambling advertising regulations. Key Points The Turkish Government has blocked 30 social media accounts. The nation’s Advertising Board ruled that these accounts breached gambling advertisement regulations. The Turkish Advertising Board, through the Trade Ministry, confirmed blocking 30 social media accounts after a review […]

The Authority delivered official warnings to operators that provided unlicensed online gambling services in Australia against national regulations. Key Points Warnings were sent to Spinit, Lucky Ones7, The Pokies, and Slot Lounge for offering gambling without licences in Australia. ACMA reports that they may introduce more severe measures for repeated breaches, which may include a […]

Athletic Bilbao has signed Linebet as their new sponsor for the 2025/26 season. The betting company Linebet became the Official Regional Partner in Africa for Athletic Bilbao to expand internationally. The partnership supports Linebet with two goals: achieving brand awareness and building football community engagement for its ambition of a trusted status in emerging markets. […]

Nevada’s casino industry posted steady growth in August 2025, with statewide gaming revenue rising 5.5 percent year-on-year to $1.23 billion, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB). The increase was fueled by strong table and card game performance, which generated $411.8 million, up 12.6 percent. Baccarat stood out with $116.5 million, a 52.6 percent […]

Hokkaido in Japan said no to an integrated resort licence in 2019. The prefecture shows interest again now. The Governor of Hokkaido, Japan, refused the chance to bid for an integrated resort (IR) licence in 2019. Environmental concerns stopped the plan. People still want an IR. Governor Naomichi Suzuki listens to them now. “Things change now,” Suzuki […]

DraftKings confirmed on 29 September that it signed a long-term advertising partnership with NBCUniversal, which places the betting brand directly inside NBCUniversal’s wide sports portfolio. The agreement includes rights with the NFL, NBA, NCAA football, NCAA basketball, PGA Tour events, Premier League soccer, and the Ryder Cup broadcasts. This deal further stretches into major events such […]

30 September 2025 – Leading fast-betting content provider BETER has announced a strategic partnership with FIRST – Best in Sports, a Tier-1 sportsbook supplier. Under the agreement, FIRST will integrate BETER’s flagship products into its platform: the ESportsBattle esports tournaments (initially eFootball and eBasketball) and the world-renowned Setka Cup table tennis series. Key Points of […]