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EasyGroup Launches Sports Betting Brand EasyBet in Partnership with Matchbook
In a new expansion, EasyGroup, the conglomerate behind the renowned budget airline EasyJet, has launched an online sports betting brand,...
Oct 29, 20242 min read


Aristocrat Receives UAE’s First Gaming-Related Vendor Licence from GCGRA
Aristocrat has made history by becoming the first gaming-related vendor to be licensed by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory...
Oct 29, 20242 min read


Newin Chidchob Rejects Thaksin Shinawatra’s Push to Legalize Casinos, Sparking Political Tensions in Thailand
In a significant political development, Newin Chidchob, a key figure in Thai politics, has decisively rejected Thaksin Shinawatra’s...
Oct 25, 20242 min read


France Set to Legalize Online Casino Gambling by 2025, Land-Based Operators Sound Alarm
France could see the introduction of a regulated online casino market as early as 2025, following the government’s decision to include a...
Oct 25, 20243 min read


Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill Passes, Paving Way for New Authority and Stricter Oversight
The long-awaited Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 has been successfully passed through both Houses of the Oireachtas, marking a significant...
Oct 24, 20243 min read


The Rise of the UK Casino Industry: A Global Leader in Gambling Innovation
The gambling landscape in Great Britain offers a captivating experience that unites players from around the world, all in search of...
Oct 23, 20244 min read


Italy's New Online Gambling Regulations Set to Challenge Operators and Players, Warns DailySpin CEO
Operators face significant challenges as Italy prepares to introduce sweeping changes to its online gambling regulations, predicts Eric...
Oct 22, 20243 min read


Entain Reports Strong Q3 Growth but Warns of Potential UK Tax Increase Impact
Entain has announced that its performance in the third quarter of 2024 exceeded expectations, with online net gaming revenue (NGR)...
Oct 22, 20244 min read


Entain Prepares for Slower Growth in Brazil as Regulated Market Launches in 2025
Entain anticipates that its rapid growth in Brazil will moderate once the country’s legal sports betting and igaming market goes live in...
Oct 21, 20243 min read


UK Labour Government Considering Doubling Taxes on ‘Higher Harm’ Gambling Products
The UK’s Labour Government is exploring the possibility of doubling tax rates on gambling products deemed "higher harm," including online...
Oct 18, 20242 min read


Macau’s VIP Segment Contributes 24% to 3Q24 Gross Gaming Revenue: Regulator Reports
Macau’s VIP baccarat revenue for the third quarter of 2024 reached nearly MOP13.08 billion ($1.64 billion), representing 23.5 percent of...
Oct 17, 20242 min read


Flutter Entertainment CEO Peter Jackson Addresses Speculation on £3bn UK Gambling Tax Proposal
Flutter Entertainment CEO Peter Jackson has responded to recent speculation regarding a potential £3bn ($3.92bn) tax hike on the UK...
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Africa Poised to Become the Next Major iGaming Market
Every time a country or region eases its laws on sports betting and online casino gaming, the industry is quick to speculate about who...
Oct 15, 20243 min read


Southeast Asia Faces Escalating Threat from Illegal Online Gambling and Cyber Fraud, Warns UN
Southeast Asia is witnessing a worrying surge in cyber-enabled fraud and organized crime, with illegal casinos and online gambling...
Oct 15, 20244 min read


Wynn Resorts’ UAE Casino to Capitalize on Favorable Demographics and Tax Benefits
Wynn Resorts' upcoming integrated resort in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to benefit from a combination of appealing demographics...
Oct 14, 20242 min read


Brazil to Implement Payment Restrictions for Sports Betting and Online Gambling
The Brazilian government, led by President Lula, is set to introduce new restrictions on payments for sports betting and online gambling,...
Oct 11, 20243 min read


Panagiotis Trisokkas Appointed as New President of National Betting Authority
The Council of Ministers today announced the appointment of a new president and members to the Board of Directors of the National Betting...
Oct 11, 20242 min read


South Africa Hits Record ZAR59.3bn in Gambling Revenue for 2023-24, Sports Betting Dominates
South Africa’s gambling industry reached new heights in the 2023-24 financial year, with gross gambling revenue soaring to a record...
Oct 10, 20242 min read


Kenya’s Booming Betting Industry: Growth, Challenges, and Future Prospects
With over 100 licensed betting sites operating legally, Kenya has become one of the largest betting markets in Africa, attracting...
Oct 9, 20243 min read


Cyprus Betting Sector Accounts for 3.72% of GDP, Finance Ministry Director Reveals at Safe Gaming Conference
The betting industry in Cyprus now represents 3.72 per cent of the country's GDP, according to George Panteli, director general of the...
Oct 9, 20242 min read
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