The Public Defender’s Office of the State of Rio de Janeiro has filed a lawsuit against 43 online sports betting companies. The case accuses them of misleading advertising and failure to warn users about the risks of gambling addiction. This lawsuit demands at least R$300 million in compensation for collective moral damages. Filed by the […]

The Cebu City Government is taking a firm stance on regulating internet access within government facilities by blocking online gambling websites and Virtual Private Network (VPN) applications. On July 22, the Cebu City Council approved a resolution aimed at preventing the misuse of public internet infrastructure and curbing gambling activities during working hours. Authored by […]

Kalshi has come under legal scrutiny over its use of betting terminology. While the company positions itself as a financial platform, the use of terms like odds and bet has led critics to argue that it resembles sports betting more than financial trading. At a recent gaming conference, Kalshi’s lawyer, Josh Sterling, claimed that prediction […]

Light & Wonder has taken a major step forward in its global expansion strategy. The company recently secured a vendor licence from the United Arab Emirates’ General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). This grants them permission to supply its full suite of land-based gaming machines, table utilities, and iGaming content to licensed operators in the […]

1xBet has appointed Simon Westbury as its Strategic Advisor, a newly created position to accelerate the company’s long-term growth and market expansion. The appointment reflects 1xBet’s dedication to strategic leadership as it pursues new opportunities across emerging jurisdictions. In this role, Westbury will work closely with the executive team to refine the company’s international strategy. […]