New data from the UK Gambling Commission reveals that 643,779 online betting accounts—4.31% of the total active accounts—were subject to restrictions by gambling operators in 2024. These measures ranged from stake limits to account closures, according to figures provided …
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Kambi Group released second-quarter 2025 results, showcasing a business adapting to industry headwinds while advancing strategic growth initiatives, particularly in Latin America and esports. The company reported €40.5 million in revenue for the quarter, marking an 11.5% year-on-year decline. Excluding …
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New Zealand’s Online Casino Gambling Bill moved a step closer to becoming law after passing its first reading in Parliament on 15 July by 83 votes to 39. However, legal professionals say the legislation lacks vital regulatory clarity, raising …
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GAMSTOP, the UK’s national self-exclusion platform for online gambling, is experiencing a dramatic increase in registrations in 2025, as self-exclusion reaches new heights and a leadership transition signals the platform’s evolving role. Over 10,000 individuals registered in both …
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Chicago lawmakers are considering lifting the city’s longstanding ban on video gaming and exploring new taxes on online sports betting—but only if the state agrees to a more equitable tax split.
At a City Council Revenue Subcommittee hearing Monday, alderpersons …
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A legislative push to undo recent changes to the tax code affecting gambling loss deductions is gaining bipartisan traction. On Monday, Nevada Congresswoman Dina Titus announced that two more lawmakers—Representatives Darren Soto of Florida and Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania, both …
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On the surface, banning the use of credit cards for gambling seems like a practical step—preventing players from wagering with money they don’t actually have. But according to industry experts, research, and regulatory data, the issue is far more …
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Online gaming developer Octoplay has taken another step in expanding its UK presence through a new integration deal with operator Midnite. This partnership brings a range of Octoplay’s casino content to Midnite’s growing gaming platform and sets the stage for …
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High-value customer (HVC) schemes, often referred to as VIP programs, have undergone a dramatic transformation in the UK gambling landscape. According to a recent Gambling Commission (GC) report, there has been a 95% decline in the number of HVCs …
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Light & Wonder has officially been authorized to operate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after receiving a gaming-related vendor license from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), the country’s newly established federal regulator. This approval permits the …
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