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Former EY Partner Raises Concerns Over Involvement with Gambling Firms Linked to Crime Joe Howie, a former partner who dedicated 35 years to Ernst & Young (EY), has come forward with serious allegations. He claims that EY knowingly provided audit and compliance services to gambling clients suspected of having ties to international organized crime, including […]

Hong Kong Weighs Basketball Betting Legalization Hong Kong is considering broadening its legal gambling landscape by possibly introducing basketball betting, an addition to the tightly regulated market. This move aims to address the high demand for basketball wagering while maintaining strict control over the gambling environment. Current Gambling Landscape in Hong Kong The region has […]

Overview of Kambi’s Q2 2025 Financial Performance Kambi Group, a prominent B2B sports betting service provider, has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2025. The report reveals a decline in revenue compared to the previous year, reflecting a challenging business environment. Despite these setbacks, Kambi’s leadership remains hopeful about the company’s long-term […]

Casino Queen Marquette is undergoing a significant transformation with a $21 million investment that will relocate the casino from its riverboat setting to a modern inland facility. Along with this move, the property will be renamed Bally’s Marquette, reflecting its new operator and its city home. A Fresh Start for the Marquette Casino The casino […]

Sahara Las Vegas Eliminates Resort Fees to Attract Visitors Sahara Las Vegas has become the second major property on the Las Vegas Strip to completely remove resort fees in an effort to encourage travelers to return to Sin City. This move aims to attract visitors who may be hesitant about additional charges during their stay. […]

Rise of Illegal Gambling Operations Despite strict regulations aimed at curbing illegal gambling, numerous unscrupulous and offshore gambling operators continue to penetrate local markets across the United States. These operators often bombard potential players with deceptive advertisements, falsely claiming that well-known land-based casinos now offer online gaming and gambling services. Miccosukee Casino & Resort Warns […]

Background of the Legal Battle After facing defeats in two lower courts, Jacqueline Davis, a gambler, has achieved a significant victory in her legal fight against BetMGM. The Michigan Supreme Court unanimously ruled in her favor, allowing her case to return to the trial court to pursue over $3 million in disputed online gambling winnings. […]

Overview of the Acquisition CVC Capital Partners, a prominent global private markets firm with a network spanning 30 local offices worldwide, is set to acquire Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), a leading company known for its testing and compliance services in the gaming industry. This acquisition was revealed through antitrust regulatory filings in Austria and Malta, […]

Filipino Players Seek Secure and Licensed Online Casinos In the midst of ongoing discussions in the Philippines about potentially banning online casinos, many Filipino players are increasingly concerned about the trustworthiness and safety of the online gambling sites they access. Safety and legitimacy remain top considerations for these consumers when choosing where to play. Survey […]

Overview of Massachusetts Gaming Revenue in June The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) released its June report highlighting the state’s casino and sports betting performance. Overall, the state’s gaming sector generated $159.7 million in revenue during June, contributing $40.3 million in tax payments. Year-to-date, the industry has accumulated $306.5 million in tax revenue. Tax Contributions from […]