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112 Illegal Gambling Sites Blocked in an Argentine Province

In Misiones, Judge Martin López ordered the blocking of sites targeting local players illegally. Key Points Authorities identified 112 sites operating illegally in Misiones province. Legal procedures used new cross-division methods to detect and report illegal websites. The action was requested formally by the Misiones Lottery. Misiones Shuts Down 112 Illegal Gambling Websites In Misiones, […]

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Yolo Group to Unify Operations Under the Yolo.com Brand; UAE Licences Close

The company will consolidate online and land-based businesses under Yolo.com and seek two UAE B2B vendor licenses. Key Points Yolo Group will restructure to operate under a single regulated brand, Yolo.com. The group is finalising two GCGRA B2B vendor licences in the United Arab Emirates. Future expansion targets include Canada, Sweden, and Finland, focusing on […]

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AI Chatbots Found Giving Gambling Advice Despite Safety Protocols

Generative AI chatbots are designed with safeguards to prevent harmful responses. Yet recent experiments show that those protections can break down. In early September, OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini suggested bets on a college football game after being told the user had a history of problem gambling.  Sports betting is now a constant presence in […]

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Former SBS Chair Pushes for Gambling Ad Opt-Out

Former SBS chair George Savvides has urged commercial broadcasters to give online viewers the power to block gambling advertisements. He argued that Australians need stronger protection from what he described as an addictive and destructive product. Savvides also called on the Albanese government to act on a parliamentary inquiry’s recommendations for a phased ban on […]

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Ireland: New Bank Card Self-Exclusion Initiative Launched

The national gambling regulator in Ireland collaborated with multiple partners to bring forward the introduction of new gambling-related legislation. Key Points Ireland introduced a new initiative that lets players block bank cards from gambling websites. The IBCB developed this Commitment of Care programme in cooperation with GRAI. Research found that 90% of gambling transactions in […]

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Allwyn to Enter US DFS Space Via $1.6 Billion PrizePicks Acquisition

Allwyn International, a European lottery company, has finalised an agreement to purchase a majority stake in daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator PrizePicks. The announcement on Monday followed Allwyn’s repositioning strategy, which included launching a digital unit under former Betfred US CEO Kresimir Spajic’s leadership. In the UK, Allwyn runs the National Lottery and completed one of the […]

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Roblox Asks Judge to Throw Out Illegal Gambling Claims

A federal judge noted that the plaintiffs’ attempt to hold Roblox liable for profits from Robux gambling websites seemed like an overextended argument. On Thursday, Roblox requested a federal judge dismiss parent-filed claims alleging the platform facilitated gambling by children through Robux, its in-house currency, on third-party virtual casinos. During the San Francisco hearing, U.S. District Judge […]

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DGOJ Reports 18.6% Growth in Spain’s Q2 2025 Gaming Market

The Spanish gaming regulator, Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego, has released its financial report for Q2 of 2025. Results showed strong year-on-year growth, although quarter-on-quarter performance was more mixed. Deposits in Q2 totaled €1.35 billion representing a 23.7% increase compared to the same period last year. Withdrawals also followed this trend, rising 28.9% year-on-year […]

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Catena Media Expands with North American Subaffiliation Platform

Catena Media has launched MRKTPLAYS.com, a subaffiliation platform connecting affiliates with operators across North America. Announced on September 18, the initiative is a strategic move by the affiliate marketing company to strengthen its position in the online casino and sports betting industry. The platform provides affiliates with tools to build networks while giving operators new […]

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PayNearMe Raises $50 Million in Series E to Advance Payment Experience

PayNearMe has secured $50 million in Series E funding, led by Atlantic Vantage Point. The investment will fuel the company’s expansion into new markets, strengthen its rebranded platform, PayXM, and accelerate strategic initiatives. The fintech company has built a strong reputation for its work in Payment Experience Management. This concept optimises how payments are processed […]

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