Since the regulatory overhaul of VIP practices in 2020, the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) has reported no signs of a resurgence in controversial High Value Customer (HVC) schemes. It noted that senior executives are now held accountable for their implementation, and related consumer harms have declined.  UKGC Publishes High Value Customer Report In its […]

Maryland has filed a ruling in an abortion case in West Virginia to aid its fight against Kalshi’s expansion into sports prediction markets.  The Fourth Circuit ruling in GenBioPro v. Raynes held that federal authority didn’t automatically preempt West Virginia’s abortion restrictions.  Maryland hopes this sets a precedent for the ability of state law to […]

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Denmark’s Gambling Authority, the DGA, has unveiled a significant overhaul of its existing regulations governing gambling marketing and sales promotions. The new directives, released by the DGA on July 16, are in response to rising concerns about player safety in Denmark’s thriving online gambling sector. In 2024, Danish gambling revenue totaled DKK 7.27 billion, primarily […]

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Bruno Mars rounded off a recent surprise performance in Los Angeles with a tongue-in-cheek social media post, seeming to laugh off the longstanding rumours of his alleged gambling debts. Appearing on stage alongside BLACKPINK’s Rosé at SoFi Stadium on July 13, the Grammy-winning artist joked on Instagram: “Almost out of debt BehhhhhBehhhhh!!! Preciate You ROSAAAAYYYYYY!!!!” […]

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Monarch Casino & Resort reported record financial results for the second quarter of 2025, highlighted by a 6.8% yearly increase in revenue and a 19.1% increase in net income year-over-year. Net revenue for the quarter rose to $136.9 million, a 6.8% increase from the $128.1 million reported in Q2 2024. Net income climbed 19.1% to […]

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MIXI Australia has formally submitted its latest takeover offer for PointsBet, once again challenging rival Betr. This comes shortly after the latter company updated its own offer for PointsBet. MIXI Submits an All-Cash Offer MIXI, which previously failed to secure sufficient shareholder backing for its acquisition of PointsBet, has now returned with a new offer. […]

Betsson Group has published its report for the second quarter of 2025, reporting a significant organic increase in revenue. Despite that, the company’s shares have taken a dip. Betsson’s Report Outlined Double-Digit Revenue Growth According to Betsson’s report, its group revenue stood at EUR 303.7 million ($353 million) for the period, up 12% year-on-year. This […]

The next step in the New York casino licensing process is underway as the first two Community Advisory Committee (CAC) hearings were held for The Avenir and Freedom Plaza casino bids in Manhattan. The first hearing of one of eight CACs took place on July 16 for the Avenir bid in Manhattan’s West Side. Representatives […]

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Following a prolonged hiatus, the Aussie Millions Poker Championship is going to be making a return at its customary venue – the Crown Melbourne. The property and its owner were challenged by a series of unfortunate regulatory events that are finally being put behind the company. Poker Mega-Event Returns to Crown Melbourne after Six-Year Absence […]

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) could potentially intervene in an ongoing conflict between the Australian Football League and sports betting operators in the state. This could potentially lead to a limit on the league’s revenue from wagering. The AFL Seeks a Higher Share The Guardian reported that Victoria’s gambling regulator is mulling […]