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...
The future of Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf casino could soon be in the hands of Crown Resorts, as Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) and Far East Consortium (FEC) explore a change in operations amid their ongoing acquisition of Star Entertainment’s 50% stake in the project. Discussions with Crown mark a potential shift in casino control that would bring Blackstone-backed Crown into Queensland for the first time. CTFE and FEC, which...
Labour’s leadership is encountering growing pressure from within its own party, as an expanding group of backbench MPs pushes for comprehensive reforms to Britain’s gambling regulations. With concerns mounting over the social toll of betting-related harm, the internal movement could lead to a significant shift in government policy—and potentially set Keir Starmer’s administration on a collision course with major party...
After nearly twenty years of delays, Biloxi Capital, LLC has finally secured site approval from the Mississippi Gaming Commission for its long-planned casino project at the former Tivoli Hotel location in East Biloxi. The milestone was reached during the commission’s latest monthly meeting, backed by support from Harrison County and the commission’s executive director. This approval marks a significant development in a prolonged process that...
Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi delivered one of the most commanding performances in World Series of Poker (WSOP) history, capturing the 2025 Main Event title and securing an unprecedented same-year induction into the Poker Hall of Fame. His Main Event win added $10 million to his bankroll, a victory that followed his earlier Poker Players Championship (PPC) triumph—making him the first player to win both of...
Betr Entertainment has intensified its pursuit of PointsBet Holdings, unveiling a revised all-share offer that values the bookmaker at up to AU$1.89 per share. The new proposal, announced on July 16, reignites the battle with rival suitor MIXI Inc. and MIXI Australia Pty Ltd, whose cash offer was narrowly approved by PointsBet shareholders in June but fell short of the required threshold for completion. Betr positions...
New Jersey’s gaming sector recorded an 18.4% year-over-year increase in June 2025, with total revenue reaching $581.6 million across land-based casinos, internet gaming, and sports wagering, according to the latest figures released by the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). This positive momentum builds on strong second-quarter trends, with all three verticals reporting annual growth despite a slightly slower pace than May’s record-setting performance. Casino revenue holds...
A whirlwind of speculation swept across the internet recently when social media lit up with rumors that UNO, the iconic family card game, would soon be available as a gambling option on Las Vegas casino floors. The frenzy began when news emerged that the Palms Casino Resort would debut the first-ever UNO Social Club—but the truth was far less high-stakes...
A major casino development proposal in the Bronx has hit a decisive roadblock after the New York City Council voted to reject critical land-use changes that were central to the plan. This decision significantly narrows the pool of applicants competing for up to three downstate casino licenses expected to be awarded by the end of the year. On Monday, the...