In a groundbreaking move for the UAE gaming market, Aristocrat has secured the first gaming vendor license from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). This license, covering both land-based and online gaming, enables Aristocrat to introduce its expansive gaming portfolio, including electronic gaming machines and online slots, to licensed operators in the UAE. With […]
Bulgaria’s National Revenue Agency (NRA) has intensified its crackdown on unlicensed online gambling operators, adding 52 more sites to the country’s growing blacklist. These sites, which targeted Bulgarian players without proper licenses, face potential legal action and ISP blocks if they fail to comply with local regulations. Bulgaria’s NRA Blacklists 52 Unlicensed Gambling Sites, Expands […]
South Korean comedian Lee Jin Ho shocked the K-pop community this week by admitting that he scammed his celebrity friends, including BTS member Jimin, to fuel his gambling addiction. Lee confessed on social media that his illegal online gambling began during the COVID-19 pandemic and spiraled out of control, leading him to borrow substantial amounts […]
Simon Westbury has officially stepped down from his roles at Digitain and SportGenerate after five and a half years of significant contributions to both businesses. Reflecting on his journey in a heartfelt statement, Westbury emphasized his passion for the roles and expressed gratitude to the teams he led. As he now takes time to “chill […]
Is Brazil on the verge of reshaping its gambling market? Over 2,000 unauthorised gambling websites will be blocked from operating in Brazil starting today, as part of the government’s crackdown on illegal gambling ahead of the 2025 market regulation. The Ministry of Finance’s Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) is leading this initiative, sending a clear […]
The American Gaming Association (AGA), European Casino Association (ECA), and the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) have officially partnered to address the growing challenges within the global gaming industry. With illegal gambling posing a threat to regulated markets and responsible gaming gaining international focus, these three leading organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) […]
Philippine officials have sounded the alarm as POGOs eye Timor-Leste as their potential new base of operations. Following the POGO ban in the Philippines, the offshore gaming industry seeks new opportunities, posing fresh challenges. With concerns over socioeconomic impacts and security risks, Timor-Leste faces a critical decision on embracing or avoiding POGOs. Learn how this […]
California tribes are reigniting the push for sports betting, reconvening a workgroup to draft a unified initiative. After a halt last year, tribal leaders are back, focusing on a model that ensures tribal sovereignty and benefits all tribes. With previous roadblocks addressed, tribes aim to solidify a proposal that can gain widespread support for the […]
Brazil is taking decisive action against illegal gambling. In a new enforcement strategy, Finance Minister Fernando Haddad outlined a plan to crack down on unlicensed gambling operators. What does this mean for the future of Brazil’s gambling market? Dive into the details as the government steps up efforts to protect players and stabilize the industry. […]
Imagine if California’s Tribal casinos could legally defend their exclusive rights to table games like blackjack. Now, thanks to Governor Gavin Newsom signing a groundbreaking bill, they can. This move could reshape California’s gaming landscape and strengthen the sovereignty of tribal casinos. Ready to explore how this law empowers Tribes in their legal battle against […]