The United Kingdom government has formally confirmed that it will increase taxes on online gambling, backing recommendations made by the Treasury Committee and setting out changes first announced in Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget. Ministers said the decision reflects concerns about the growth of digital betting and its associated harms, while deliberately shielding traditional forms of gambling from higher duties....
Hacksaw Gaming has expanded its online slot portfolio with Deal With Death, a release that places traditional reel play alongside poker-based evaluation mechanics. The game frames players opposite a metallic skeletal dealer, presenting a casino setting built around cards, Jokers, and hand rankings rather than a narrative-driven storyline. The design focuses on gameplay structure and mathematical depth, pairing a standard...
Offshore gambling operators are using the visibility of the Australian Open to draw Australian consumers toward illegal betting platforms, prompting renewed scrutiny from regulators and industry groups as the tournament continues. Regulators, consumer advocates, and licensed wagering companies say the activity highlights ongoing enforcement challenges tied to offshore gambling and digital advertising. Australian law prohibits offshore gambling providers from offering...
A federal court in Brooklyn issued the first prison sentence connected to a wide-ranging NBA gambling investigation on Wednesday, handing Timothy McCormack a two-year term for his role in defrauding sports betting platforms. The ruling marks an early milestone in a case that has drawn scrutiny to betting tied to player performance and insider information involving NBA players Terry Rozier...
The Cromwell, a well-known boutique hotel on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, is set to undergo a major transformation. The hotel, which is currently operated by Caesars Entertainment, will soon be rebranded as The Vanderpump Hotel, marking the first venture into the hotel business for reality TV star and entrepreneur Lisa Vanderpump. This exciting renovation will see the hotel, which has...
Cambodia has significantly strengthened its efforts to combat the growing problem of online scams, earning commendation from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The country, which has long struggled with being a central hub for online fraud in Southeast Asia, is now taking a more assertive stance in addressing these crimes. This action is seen as part...
Finland is set to launch a major overhaul of its gambling market, which will take effect on July 1, 2027. The new system introduces a licensing model, breaking away from the current state-run monopoly held by Veikkaus Oy. This move will create space for greater competition, particularly in the online gambling sector, where Finnish players have increasingly turned to unregulated operators....
In an effort to attract more Canadian tourists, three Las Vegas resorts are offering a groundbreaking promotion that allows Canadian dollars to be treated as U.S. dollars. The “At Par” program, introduced by Circa Resort & Casino, the D Las Vegas, and Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, ensures that eligible Canadian visitors can spend their money without worrying about fluctuating exchange rates. The...
Massachusetts’ gaming sector closed December with mixed results, as sports wagering delivered record-breaking revenue while traditional casino play showed a year-over-year decline. Data released by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pdf) outlined strong gains from online and retail sportsbooks, alongside softer performance from table games and slot machines across the state’s three commercial casinos. Adjusted gross sports betting revenue reached approximately...
Kjerulf Ainsworth, son of Len Ainsworth, the founder of Ainsworth Game Technology (AGT), has made a significant decision to extend his off-market takeover bid for an additional 2.9% of the company’s shares. Initially set to expire on January 22, 2026, the offer period has now been extended until 7:00 pm (Sydney time) on January 30, 2026. This extension is seen as...