Galaxy Entertainment Group has climbed to the forefront of Macau’s premium mass casino segment, according to Citigroup’s July 2025 table survey. The operator now commands an estimated 35% share of all premium mass wagers observed, thanks in part to high-stakes action at the Pavilion North gaming area inside Galaxy Macau. Analysts George Choi and Timothy Chau noted that 12 of the 35 identified “whales” were seen playing at Galaxy’s...
Allwyn International AG has taken a decisive step toward bolstering its digital gaming footprint by finalizing plans to acquire the remaining minority stake in Stoiximan while divesting its land-based casino assets in Germany and Australia. The dual announcement reflects a sharp pivot toward high-growth digital segments and a broader strategy of streamlining operations across key markets. On July 18, Allwyn’s...
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has taken decisive action against a number of convenience store operators in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) after discovering unregulated gambling devices on their premises. The move is part of a wider initiative aimed at curbing unlawful gambling activity and reinforcing the integrity of the province’s gaming industry. This week, AGCO revoked...
The state of Victoria is set to launch a three-month pilot program introducing mandatory card-based gambling at 43 venues beginning in September. This initiative, part of the government’s wider strategy to curb gambling-related harm, will require patrons to use the YourPlay card system and set spending limits before playing electronic gaming machines. Trial will span three regions and require loss limits: The upcoming trial will run simultaneously across...
Pavilion Payments has announced the acquisition of CasinoSoft, a long-established provider of AML/Title 31 compliance tools and regulatory automation software, as part of its strategy to deliver more unified and streamlined solutions for the gaming sector. With this move, Pavilion Payments combines its robust player funding and payment infrastructure with CasinoSoft’s automated compliance offerings to build a powerful, vertically integrated operations platform. Combining...
Shady Lady Games has once again defied conventional online slot design with its latest release, Orphan Organ. This deeply unsettling sci-fi slot takes players far from Earth to a grim corner of the universe, where six alien orphans are bound in a grotesque musical instrument and forced to perform. Electricity-driven melodies, meter-based rewards, and a surreal carnival aesthetic combine to...
Since entering the WNBA, Caitlin Clark has brought a seismic shift not only in fan engagement but in sports betting behavior across the women’s basketball scene. Her transition from collegiate superstar to professional phenom has ignited a surge in betting interest that rivals—and in some ways surpasses—that of some of the biggest names in professional sports. As Clark suits up...
The highly anticipated return of the Aussie Millions poker tournament is officially on the horizon, with Crown Melbourne confirming the event’s comeback for the first time since 2020. Scheduled to take place from 24 April through 10 May 2026, the iconic series will reenter the global poker calendar after a six-year absence, bringing with it 18 tournaments and a projected...
Japan’s National Police Agency (NPA) has unveiled a new strategy to tackle illegal online gambling by requesting the removal of foreign-based casino websites and related advertising that targets users in Japan. The crackdown is scheduled to coincide with the enforcement of the revised Basic Law on Gambling Addiction Countermeasures, which comes into effect on September 25. While many of these casino operators are legally...
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has introduced legislation that would outlaw online gambling across the Philippines, citing the growing toll it takes on families, financial stability, and mental health. On July 16, Go filed Senate Bill No. 686, titled the “Anti-Online Gambling Act of 2025,” a measure designed to criminalize the operation, facilitation, and promotion of online betting throughout the country. Calling the issue a growing...