Cayuga Nation Settles Legal Dispute with Jackpocket Over Lottery Operations on Tribal Lands In a significant development for tribal gaming rights, the Cayuga Nation has reached a partial settlement in its lawsuit against lottery app Jackpocket, resolving some of the claims regarding the unauthorized operation of lottery services within the Cayuga Nation’s reservation. The dispute […]
Texas Court Clears Path for Panda Interactive’s Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Sportradar In a significant legal decision, the Eastern District of Texas has ruled that Panda Interactive’s patent infringement lawsuit against Sportradar will proceed. The lawsuit, first filed in October 2023, centers around allegations that Sportradar’s sports streaming products, which include video systems used by […]
Ex-MGA CEO Heathcliff Farrugia Loses Appeal Against Convictions for Leaking AML Inspection Information In a significant ruling that underscores the gravity of regulatory integrity, former Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) CEO Heathcliff Farrugia has lost his appeal against convictions related to leaking confidential information. The appeal denial marks the end of a legal battle that has […]
Playtech and Caliplay Settle Dispute with Revised Strategic Agreement Playtech, a leading name in the gaming industry, has officially resolved its long-standing dispute with Caliplay, the joint venture with Mexico-facing operator Caliente, by entering into a new strategic agreement. This new deal ends months of legal battles and marks a significant step forward, creating opportunities […]
Osaka Police Arrest Three in $35 Million Illegal Online Gambling Laundering Case Japan’s ongoing battle against illegal online gambling has intensified with the arrest of three individuals in Osaka. Authorities uncovered a sophisticated money laundering scheme linked to overseas online gambling platforms, exposing the depth of the issue in Japan’s tightly regulated gambling market. This […]
U.S. Sanctions Cambodian Tycoon Ly Yong Phat Over Human Trafficking and Forced Labor Scandals The U.S. government has imposed tough sanctions on Cambodian gaming tycoon Ly Yong Phat. This move targets serious human rights abuses, including forced labor and human trafficking linked to his business empire. As the crackdown intensifies, the international community calls for […]
Star Entertainment Faces Major Sanctions Over Second Bell Report Findings Star Entertainment Group is once again under the regulatory spotlight, facing severe penalties that could reshape the future of its operations. Following the scathing findings of the second Bell Report, the New South Wales Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has issued a stark warning that could […]
Philippine DOJ to Investigate Alleged POGO Mass Grave in Pampanga Amid Mounting Concerns The Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ) is launching a thorough investigation into alleged mass graves linked to POGO operations in Porac, Pampanga, following alarming reports from the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC). The discovery of these graves, found within the compounds of […]
Malta Gaming Authority Warns Against Unauthorised Gaming Websites: Verify Before You Play Are you sure your favorite online gaming site is legitimate? The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), a leading regulator in the global gaming industry, has issued a stern warning about unauthorised gaming websites falsely claiming MGA affiliation. Don’t fall victim to unlicensed platforms that […]
KSA Warns Gambling Operator Over Failure to Disclose Management Changes After M&A Deal Attention is turning to compliance as the Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), takes firm action against a licensed operator. Amid increased scrutiny, the KSA has warned an unnamed operator that it could face hefty financial penalties for failing to fully disclose management […]