All The Latests News About Online Gambling

The Philippines may soon introduce a new tax on online gambling, along with stricter rules on how people access digital gaming platforms. As reported by BusinessWorld, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto said his department is actively reviewing proposals to tighten regulation of the online gaming sector. Good to know A new online gambling tax is under…

The Thai government may pull back from advancing a controversial casino-entertainment complex bill, with a final decision expected on Monday, according to a report from the Bangkok Post on Friday. The bill, originally marked for urgent progress in the current parliamentary session, is now under review following a recent cabinet reshuffle. Good to know The…

The UK Gambling Commission has fined Taichi Tech Limited, the operator of the Fafabet brand, £170,000 (around $231,952) after uncovering issues related to unfair terms and other compliance failures. Good to know Fafabet included vague bonus terms that allowed the operator to cancel winnings at will. The Commission cited both consumer protection and anti-money laundering…

The Senate just passed what President Donald Trump proudly calls the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping federal budget package packed with major changes—including a new tax rule that is not sitting well with the gaming industry. One part of the bill limits how much gamblers can deduct in losses, and now Representative Dina Titus…

Michigan regulators are cracking down harder than ever on unlicensed online casinos. The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) just launched its biggest enforcement action so far, targeting nearly 20 websites that have been operating without approval in the state. Good to know MGCB sent cease-and-desist letters to 19 online gambling sites. Operators have 14 days…

Rivalry Corp. shared its 2024 results, and while the numbers took a dip in some areas, the company says it is starting to see progress from changes it made. There were tough calls last year, but now the focus is on what those decisions are starting to build. Good to know Operating expenses dropped by…

Cirsa is getting ready to list on the Spanish stock exchange, with its IPO priced at €15 per share. The move could give the company a market valuation of around €2.5 billion ($2.9 billion) and raise €400 million in fresh capital. The gaming and casino operator confirmed its IPO plans in June after months of…

Norsk Tipping is facing pressure from all sides after a major error led thousands of players to believe they had won much more money than they actually had in a Eurojackpot draw. The mistake triggered public outrage, political criticism, and even the resignation of the operator’s CEO — but the situation is far from settled.…

FanDuel Casino is shaking things up with a fresh brand campaign built around one central idea—the thrill of the game itself. Instead of highlighting promos or bonuses, the campaign zooms in on the excitement and anticipation that comes with every spin, deal, or jackpot moment. Good to know The campaign focuses on iGaming audiences in…

Apollo Funds has officially wrapped up its $6.3 billion acquisition of IGT’s gaming and digital business, nearly a year after first announcing the move. The deal also includes Everi, and together, the two will now operate as one combined company under the IGT name, fully owned and managed by Apollo. Good to know IGT’s gaming…

Hasbro is diving deeper into the casino world, teaming up with several big names in gaming to turn its iconic board games into real-money casino content. Under a new round of multi-year licensing deals, the company plans to bring Monopoly, Yahtzee, Battleship, and other classics to both online and land-based gambling environments. Good to know…

Intralot is making a big move by acquiring Bally’s International Interactive business in a deal valued at around €2.7 billion ($3.2 billion). Both companies’ boards have approved the transaction, and it is expected to close by the end of 2025. The deal will reshape Intralot’s footprint in the global gaming and lottery industry, while also…

Rhode Island’s gambling scene is facing two separate debates—one about competition in sports betting and another over smoking inside casinos. Both touch on the future direction of gaming policy in the state and show how lawmakers are starting to respond to pressure from both consumers and workers. Good to know Rhode Island’s sports betting market…

New Hampshire is rolling out big changes to its gambling rules, and they could reshape how casinos operate across the state. Governor Kelly Ayotte gave the green light to HB 2, a budget bill packed with several gambling updates that go well beyond just numbers on a page. Good to know VLT taxes are now…

Germany’s gambling regulator has reported steady growth in the legal market for 2024 while continuing to battle illegal operators. The Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) stated in its latest annual report that legal gambling grossed €14.4 billion last year, marking a 5% increase from 2023. Good to know Legal gambling revenue reached €14.4 billion in…