Cracking Down on Grey Market Gambling: KSA Targets Hosting Providers In a bold move to curtail grey market gambling activities, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has set its sights on hosting providers facilitating unlicensed operations. The recent cease and desist order against DigitalOcean, a major cloud service provider, marks a strategic pivot in the KSA’s […]
Navigating the Tightrope: Belgium’s Battle Between Regulation and Market Sustainability In the heart of Europe, Belgium’s gambling sector faces a pivotal challenge. Recent stringent regulations, including a nearly complete ban on gambling advertising introduced on 1 July 2023, have sparked a heated debate about the fine line between protecting consumers and stifling the legal gambling […]
SkyCity Entertainment Sees Major Leadership Transition: David Christian Steps Down as COO Australia In a significant leadership transition within the casino industry, David Christian has announced his resignation as COO Australia of SkyCity Entertainment, effective 12 April 2024. Christian’s departure closes a chapter on an illustrious nearly 20-year tenure with the company, marking the end […]
Florida’s Green Gamble: DeSantis Channels Gambling Revenue into Environmental Revival In an innovative move blending fiscal policy with environmental stewardship, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has officially endorsed SB 1638, a groundbreaking law allocating significant gambling revenues towards vital environmental projects across the state. By redirecting funds from the 2021 gambling agreement between Florida and the […]
Central European Gambling Markets: A Comparative Analysis with Poland Leading the Way The dynamic landscape of Central European gambling markets recently came under scrutiny at Hipther’s Gaming & Tech Conference in Prague. While Hungary and Slovenia show signs of regulatory inertia and market stagnation, Poland emerges as a beacon of progress and potential in the […]
Minnesota’s Sports Betting Legislation: A Complex Maze of Controversy and Compromise The road to legalizing sports betting in Minnesota, already fraught with legislative hurdles, has taken a tumultuous turn. Recent developments, including the state racing commission’s endorsement of historical horse racing (HHR) and the filing of several controversial gambling bills, have intensified the debate. Spearheaded […]
Grainne Hurst Takes the Helm at BGC: A New Chapter in UK Betting and Gaming Leadership In a pivotal move for the UK’s betting and gaming industry, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has proudly announced Grainne Hurst as its new Chief Executive Officer. With an illustrious career at Entain, one of the industry’s behemoths, […]
UK’s Gambling Commission Launches 2024-2027 Strategy for Industry Reform In a significant move that sets the stage for the future of gambling regulation in the UK, the Gambling Commission has unveiled its ambitious 2024-2027 corporate strategy. This comprehensive plan not only highlights targeted investment and regulatory reforms but also addresses operational changes to the National […]
“Sugar Bomb MultiBoost” Explodes onto the Scene: Yggdrasil and Jelly Unveil a Sweet Slot Innovation In the ever-evolving realm of online slots, Yggdrasil and Jelly have once again raised the bar with the launch of “Sugar Bomb MultiBoost.” This latest entry into the YGG Masters portfolio introduces the revolutionary MultiBoost mechanic, blending sweet treats with […]
Alabama’s Legislative Tug-of-War: The Fate of Lottery and Casino Bill Hangs in Balance In the heart of Dixie, a legislative standoff unfolds over the future of gambling in Alabama. The Alabama House of Representatives, facing a pivotal moment, rejected Senate amendments to a significant lottery and gambling legislation on Thursday. This action underlines the persistent […]