The Netherlands’ newly formed minority coalition government has announced plans to prohibit online gambling advertising entirely and explore limiting the number of operator licences in the country. The three-party government, comprising the centrist D66 Party, the conservative Christian …
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Americans are expected to place a record $1.76 billion in legal wagers on Super Bowl LX, according to projections from the American Gaming Association (AGA). The figure reflects the continued expansion of state- and tribal-regulated sports betting across the …
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Louisiana is taking a tougher stance on sweepstakes gambling with the introduction of House Bill 53 (HB 53). Filed by Representative Bryan Fontenot in January 2026, the legislation does not ban sweepstakes casinos outright. Instead, it proposes adding …
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Horse racing, once South Africa’s dominant betting attraction, now generates less than 1% of total gaming revenue. The sport, which has operated in the country for over 160 years, relies heavily on sponsorship to remain viable. One of the …
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Missouri’s first month of legal sports betting produced over $543 million in wagers, yet the state received only a fraction of expected revenue due to extensive promotional deductions. Financial reports from the Missouri Gaming Commission show that online platforms accounted …
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Ontario’s regulated iGaming sector achieved record results in 2025, as licensed operators generated just over $4 billion in non-adjusted gross gaming revenue (NAGGR) while processing approximately $98.3 billion in wagers. The figures confirm that the province maintained its …
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Coinbase has rolled out regulated prediction markets for users throughout the United States, broadening its platform beyond cryptocurrency trading into event-based contracts tied to real-world outcomes. Customers can now trade on results connected to elections, sports events, economic data, …
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Alabama State Senator Merika Coleman announced plans to introduce a bill next week that would let residents decide whether gambling should be legalized in the state. The legislation would place a question on the ballot asking voters if they support …
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As Mississippi lawmakers consider legalizing online sports betting and iGaming, both residents and casino operators are voicing strong opposition. Recent polling and a formal industry letter highlight widespread concern about expanding digital gambling options in the state.
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International Game Technology (IGT) celebrated its 50th anniversary at ICE Barcelona 2026, earning multiple awards and highlighting its plan to bring proven North American games to international markets.
At the International Gaming Awards, IGT was named “Slot Provider …
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