Illinois lawmakers passed a $55.2 billion budget just before their spring session deadline, introducing new revenue measures including higher taxes on tobacco, vaping products, and notably, online sports betting. The tax hikes are designed to help close an expected …
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In a move aimed at reshaping the digital gambling landscape, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has launched Red Panda Tails of Wealth, the first online slot game intentionally crafted with accessibility in mind. The initiative is part …
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High Roller Technologies is setting its sights on Ontario’s flourishing online gaming market through a new alliance with Playtech. The agreement will see Playtech provide its technology to power HighRoller.com, expected to launch in the second half of 2025, …
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Entain has reported explosive growth in its Bet Builder feature across global football markets, marking a significant shift in the way fans engage with sports betting. Usage of the customizable betting product more than doubled in 2024, and that …
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High5Games has reached a $1.5 million settlement with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) Gaming Division following an investigation into its unlicensed online casino operations in the state. The gaming supplier, known for its online slot offerings, was found …
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Caesars Entertainment has rolled out a brand-new online-exclusive slot,Ultimate Fire Link Cash Falls by the Bay™, developed in collaboration with Light & Wonder. The game, which merges two popular franchises—Ultimate Fire Link and Cash Falls—is now …
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Online sweepstakes casinos are attracting new users at a far greater pace than traditional real-money gaming (RMG) platforms, according to a new report from Optimove. The research, based on activity from more than 67,000 players between July and …
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The Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) has released a new set of recommended practices aimed at ensuring sportsbook VIP programs are operated with a strong foundation in responsible gaming principles. Designed to balance loyalty incentives with player well-being, these evidence-based …
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In a procedural win for Stake.us, a federal judge in California has ruled that a lawsuit accusing the sweepstakes-based gaming platform of illegal gambling must proceed through private arbitration, rather than the public court system. The decision effectively halts …
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Circa Sports is once again setting the bar higher in legal sports betting, unveiling a total of $21 million in guaranteed no-rake prize pools for its 2025–2026 professional football contests. Returning with record payouts, Circa Survivor and Circa Million …
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