The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has confirmed it will move forward with its draft Gambling Supervision Commission Bill after completing a public consultation that attracted a range of responses from licensed operators, service providers, and other stakeholders. The proposed legislation seeks to modernise the island’s gambling regulatory framework by consolidating existing laws and strengthening oversight mechanisms across all...
The UK betting and gaming industry faces mounting concern as new research warns that proposed gambling tax hikes could severely damage employment, economic growth, and consumer safety. The analysis, conducted by Ernst & Young (EY) for the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), predicts the impact of several tax reform proposals supported by the Social Market Foundation (SMF) and the Institute for...
Crypto.com will suspend its sports prediction market operations in Nevada after reaching an agreement with state regulators to pause activities while it appeals a federal court decision. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) confirmed that the platform will cease offering sports event contracts to residents after November 3, 2025, until the appeal is resolved. Federal Court Decision and Agreement with Regulators Earlier...
What was once known as Irene’s Casino has been given a vibrant new identity. ECL Gaming, the company behind the well-known Jackpot Joanie’s casino chain, acquired the Pahrump property in late 2023 and has since transformed it into one of its newest Southern Nevada locations. Jackpot Joanie’s, which operates more than two dozen venues across the region, has brought new...
As the year draws to a close, game developer Wazdan has announced an expansive new network promotion designed to capture the excitement of the holiday season. The campaign, valued at an impressive €6 million, will run from October 24, 2025, to February 15, 2026, spanning three key celebrations — Halloween, Christmas, and Valentine’s Day. The initiative, available across Wazdan’s entire...
Federal authorities have arrested Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier in connection with a far-reaching criminal investigation that uncovered Mafia-backed poker games and insider-driven sports betting schemes across multiple states. Officials said Thursday that the two NBA figures were among 34 individuals indicted in the sweeping probe that has shaken the professional basketball...
Finnish poker player and entrepreneur Ossi “Monarch” Ketola — the outspoken owner of Duel Casino — has once again become a lightning rod for controversy after both his personal and business X accounts were suspended this week. The move also extended to his earlier venture, CSGOEmpire. Ketola, known for his brash persona and history of online outbursts, announced the suspensions...
Clovis may soon welcome a racino of its own as the New Mexico Racing Commission (NMRC) moves forward with supporting a proposal to transfer the SunRay Park racino license from Farmington to the eastern New Mexico city. The decision represents a significant step in the regulatory process, though not final approval. NMRC Executive Director Ismael “Izzy” Trejo explained that Thursday’s meeting...
Integrated resort Crown Perth in Western Australia will fully implement mandatory carded play on its electronic gaming machines (EGMs) starting 1 December 2025, marking the fulfillment of one of the major reforms recommended by the 2021 Perth Casino Royal Commission. The new requirement is designed to give players greater control over their gambling activity while enabling the casino to better identify...
Las Vegas Sands Corp (LVS) closed the third quarter of 2025 on a high note, propelled by record-setting performance from its Singapore flagship, Marina Bay Sands (MBS), while taking steps to rebuild market strength in Macau. Company executives, including Chairman and CEO Rob Goldstein and President and COO Patrick Dumont, celebrated a “historic” quarter that underscored the firm’s dominance in Asia’s casino market...