iGaming News & Gambling Industry Updates

To protect vulnerable families from financial exploitation, the Federal Court in São Paulo has issued a preliminary injunction requiring online betting platforms to display notices. This is to bear information that it is illegal to use funds from government welfare programs, including Bolsa Família and the Continuous Benefit Payment, for gambling. Signed by Judge Gabriel […]

The new VSports product, delivered by Inspired Entertainment and integrated by Aristocrat Interactive, is the first virtual sports product of its type in a regulated US lottery jurisdiction. Key points The Virginia Lottery is the first US lottery to offer virtual sports draw games. The lineup includes football, basketball, and horse racing, offered through an […]

Revenue from online casino activities contributed $259.8 million to Ontario’s total iGaming revenue in May. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) from all iGaming sources reached CA$338 million (US$247 million) in Ontario that month, registering a new monthly peak, with player wagers also achieving a historic maximum even though fewer players were active. Ontario’s unadjusted GGR for […]

Game providers now view online streamers as a primary means of reaching people in a crowded market. BGaming Chief Marketing Officer Kate Puteiko emphasizes a method centered on streamers for data, product, and engagement, aiming to turn attention into growth. It’s challenging for studios to get people to notice their new games, as there are […]

Thailand’s government has postponed its plans to advance the casino-entertainment bill due to strong public opposition. The bill aimed to legalise integrated entertainment complexes, with casinos making up a small portion of the overall development. Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri confirmed that the Pheu Thai Party had requested that this new bill be pushed to […]

Strict marketing restrictions introduced by the Spanish government have led to a significant decline in new online gambling accounts, according to new research. A study published by Harm Reduction Journal revealed that new player registrations fell by 55% between 2020 and 2023, largely due to advertising curbs and a ban on welcome bonuses. Advertising and […]

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to commence its partnership with the Gibraltar Gambling Commission. This will strengthen cross-border regulation in the gambling sector. The latest agreement is a major milestone in Ireland’s plans to launch its newly regulated gambling market. It was signed in Dublin by Anne Marie […]

Hard Rock Bet has confirmed it will honour $5,000 cash payouts issued in error during a recent Live Trivia event on its New Jersey casino platform. The incident occurred during a Wednesday evening session of the company’s new interactive Live Trivia game. Due to a technical error, every qualifying participant received a full $5,000 reward […]

The Turkish Ministry of Treasury and Finance is set to introduce new regulations combating the laundering of criminal proceeds from illegal betting and fraud through crypto asset transactions. The upcoming measures will impose stricter regulations on Crypto Asset Service Providers and establish new controls on crypto-related transactions. Increased Oversight on Crypto Platforms According to information […]

Romania’s National Audiovisual Council has updated the country’s media rules, banning celebrities from appearing in gambling advertisements on TV, radio, and online. This decision was made in a public session on June 26, as part of a larger push to protect the public, especially young viewers. The ban is included in a new article within […]