Colin Cowherd’s media network, The Volume, has signed a major partnership agreement with Hard Rock Bet, shifting away from its previous relationship with DraftKings. The multimillion-dollar deal installs Hard Rock Bet as the network’s presenting sponsor and exclusive sportsbook partner, covering all podcasts, digital shows, and social media platforms. The agreement significantly expands Hard Rock’s visibility within the sports media space, while positioning The Volume...
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) has once again taken action against Unibet, operated by Optdeck Service Ltd., for repeated violations of Dutch gambling laws. The regulator announced that the company now faces a penalty order requiring it to pay €75,000 for every week a violation occurs, capped at €450,000. This order will remain in force until August 20, 2028....
The Delhi High Court has instructed the Indian government to take swift action in constituting a regulatory authority and finalizing rules for the newly passed Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. During a hearing on Tuesday, September 2, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the court that steps to establish the authority and enact necessary regulations were already in progress. The government’s stance is that while it supports...
Delta Corp, a prominent Mumbai-based gaming and hospitality firm, has announced a temporary halt on its ambitious Rs 2,000-2,500 crore integrated resort-cum-casino township in Goa, India. The decision stems from uncertainty surrounding proposed changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework, which may significantly impact the viability of the project. The company has stated that the development will remain on...
The UK’s advertising regulator, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), has introduced significant changes to the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) Code, aiming to close a loophole that allowed overseas gambling operators to promote their services to UK consumers without adhering to strict regulations. This amendment, effective from September 1, 2025, ensures that all licensed gambling operators, regardless of where they are based, must follow...
Paddy Power, a leading bookmaker from Flutter Entertainment, has secured a one-year partnership with the National Football League (NFL) to become the official sportsbook partner for the 2025-26 season in the UK and Ireland. The agreement, which covers both retail and online sports betting, marks an exciting development in the growing relationship between the NFL and the UK/Ireland sports betting markets. It...
Pragmatic Play, one of the biggest names in online gaming content, has officially ended its involvement with US sweepstakes casinos. The supplier confirmed it will no longer provide games to operators in states where restrictions were not already in effect, citing a rapidly shifting regulatory climate and intensifying legal challenges. A company spokesperson cited by Next.io, emphasized the reasoning behind...
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), the state body responsible for overseeing casinos and sports wagering, is under renewed scrutiny following a detailed audit conducted by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s office. Covering the period from July 2020 through June 2023, the review identified several critical weaknesses in the agency’s handling of gambling advertisements, addiction prevention programs, and internal accountability practices. The...
A high-profile billionaire property developer from China has initiated legal action against Star Sydney, seeking A$57 million (approximately US$37 million) in compensation for his gambling losses. Phillip Dong Fang Lee, known for his substantial spending at the casino, claims that Star Entertainment exploited his gambling addiction and limited English proficiency, leading him to accumulate massive losses at the baccarat tables. Lawsuit Claims Star Sydney...
Kazakhstan’s Financial Monitoring Agency (FMA) is considering implementing criminal penalties for social media influencers who promote online gambling. This move follows consistent violations of the country’s advertising regulations, which prohibit the promotion of online casinos and betting services. FMA Explores Criminal Liability for Influencers The FMA disclosed that 34 influencers have been identified this year alone for advertising gambling services on social media...