The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi) has taken decisive action to combat the growing issue of online gambling by removing a staggering 2.8 million pieces of harmful content from the internet in the past year. This action was part of a nationwide initiative running from October 20, 2024, to September 16, 2025, aimed at cleaning up the country’s digital space and...
Sri Lanka has introduced significant modifications to its betting and gaming regulations, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s fiscal and regulatory landscape. The Cabinet has approved the 2025 budget proposal that includes raising the betting and gaming levy from 15% to 18%, alongside a doubling of the casino entry fee for Sri Lankan citizens, which will increase from $50 to $100. This move comes after...
The connection between the gambling industry and Australia’s political sphere has come under scrutiny following allegations about Responsible Wagering Australia’s (RWA) involvement with the Australian Parliament Sports Club. Critics, including crossbench politicians and transparency advocates, argue that this sponsorship allows the industry to access lawmakers and entrench gambling’s presence in Australian sports culture. Growing Concerns Over Gambling Lobby’s Political Influence RWA, a peak...
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has prohibited an advertisement by Dribble Media, trading as Midnite, after it determined the content violated gambling advertising regulations. The ad, which appeared on Midnite’s official X account on May 25, 2025, featured an AI-generated parody of footballer Trent Alexander-Arnold delivering a farewell speech. The video aimed to capture the attention of football fans but was criticized for its potential...
Sports gaming startup Underdog has reinforced its senior leadership team with two key hires as it accelerates its entry into sports prediction markets. The company announced on Tuesday that Rishi Garg will serve as chief financial officer and Kimberly Pointer Corbett will step in as chief marketing officer. The appointments come just weeks after Underdog introduced event contracts for sports...
Kalshi, the federally registered prediction market, has taken another step toward mirroring the betting menus of traditional sportsbooks. In a recent filing with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the company self-certified a new category of markets called “FOOTBALLPLAYERSTAT.” This designation allows Kalshi to introduce an extensive array of player performance props, covering everything from passing touchdowns and rushing yards...
Macau’s Studio City integrated resort will soon expand its non-gaming amenities with the addition of a private hospital. The project, developed in partnership between Melco International Development Ltd and Hong Kong-based medical group iRad, is scheduled to open its doors on October 1, 2025. The initiative is designed to strengthen Macau’s healthcare sector while advancing the city’s broader economic diversification goals. Agreement Terms and Concession Commitments...
DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the Philippine company behind BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, is preparing for its first overseas expansion with the launch of GamePlus in Brazil. Operations will commence on September 22, marking a milestone in the group’s strategy to broaden its reach beyond Asia and establish itself in Latin America’s rapidly growing iGaming sector. First Step in Global Expansion The company, listed...
Maple International Ventures Limited, the operator of the online gambling site Lottomart.com, has agreed to pay £360,000 after a UK Gambling Commission investigation revealed multiple breaches of anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility rules. The settlement directs all funds to socially responsible causes, as part of the regulator’s enforcement measures. Failings Identified in Compliance Assessment The action stems from a compliance assessment...
A controversial plan to introduce video gaming across Chicago cleared its first hurdle this week, though it faces strong pushback from Mayor Brandon Johnson. The City Council’s License and Consumer Protection Committee voted 8-6 to support an ordinance that would lift the city’s longstanding ban on video gaming terminals. If the full Council approves the measure, thousands of establishments could soon add...