The research shows that most people cannot tell regulated casinos from unregulated ones. Key Points The first phase checked if players knew they used illegal online casinos. Four key player groups were found, later useful for education campaigns. Online bingo appeared as a frequent feature that players sought in illegal casinos. The Gambling Commission, with […]
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Norsk Tipping Faces a Potential NOK 10m Fine Over the Eurojackpot notification Error
September 19, 2025The problem came when a formula changed Euro cents into Norwegian kroner wrongly by multiplying by 100 instead of dividing by 100, so the prize notices showed 10,000 times higher than the actual numbers. Key Points Norsk Tipping told 47,000 players in June about wrong Eurojackpot winnings from a conversion mistake. The Lottery Authority sent […]
Flutter UKI Launches £500,000 Cash4Clubs Fund to Support Grassroots Sport
September 19, 2025The Cash4Clubs 2026 programme will give 250 eligible clubs grants worth £2,000 each, supporting equipment, coaching hire, training sessions, and marketing actions. Key Points Flutter UKI introduced a £500,000 Cash4Clubs fund, giving 250 grants valued at £2,000 each. A survey showed 43% of UK grassroots sports clubs stopped services due to funding shortages. The programme […]
Latest Illegal Online Gambling Websites Blocked
September 19, 2025The ACMA asked Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block more illegal gambling and affiliate sites after investigations showed they breached the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. The latest blocked websites are: Slot Lounge Betzillo FastSpin99 Spinit PokiesPros Blocking websites is one option the ACMA uses to protect Australians from illegal gambling. Since November 2019, the […]
Digital Platforms Block Gambling Ads Across 85% of Markets
September 19, 2025Gambling operators worldwide report difficulties as digital platforms increase verification and restrictions in 2025. Google changed its policies on 14 April, Meta introduced verification on 9 July, and TikTok issued regional bans that changed access to customers. Reports from industry groups confirm that traditional customer acquisition strategies experienced major disruption. The change impacts certification requirements, […]
Yggdrasil Expands Dutch Presence through Goldrun Casino Deal
September 19, 2025As part of this deal, Goldrun Casino players now get more than 40 Yggdrasil games. Key Points Yggdrasil agreed with Goldrun Casino to deliver over 40 Dutch games, including the Vikings series and the new 4 Foxx Crew. The partnership seeks to increase Yggdrasil’s strength in the Dutch regulated market, part of European growth. Goldrun […]
BetMGM Expands Entertainment with “No Limit” and “Roommates Show” Partnership with Better Collective
September 19, 2025JERSEY CITY, NJ (September 16, 2025) – BetMGM, a top iGaming and sports betting company, and Better Collective, a leading digital sports media group, confirmed a new content agreement making BetMGM the presenting sponsor of Playmaker HQ’s “Roommates Show” with Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart. Playmaker HQ, under Better Collective’s global House of Brands, also […]
Slips Launches AI-Powered Prediction Markets
September 18, 2025Slips has introduced AI-powered prediction markets, extending its range of social betting products. The company is positioning the move as a major step forward combining artificial intelligence with interactive peer-to-peer gaming. Since launch, Slips has attracted more than 150,000 users, known as Slippers, who have collectively won more than six million dollars according to company […]
Ainsworth Board Backs Novomatic Takeover Bid
September 18, 2025Ainsworth Game Technology (AGT) has reiterated its support for Novomatic’s proposed takeover, urging shareholders to accept the A$1.00 (€0.56) per share cash offer. In its recently released Target’s Statement, the Independent Board Committee confirmed its unanimous recommendation. This acknowledges that investors must ultimately weigh their own stances before making a decision. The statement follows months […]
Robinhood has launched a lawsuit in Massachusetts federal court in an attempt to stop state officials from applying gambling laws to event-contract trading on its platform. This case targets Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, seeking both declaratory and injunctive relief. The company argues that federal law grants exclusive oversight to […]
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