Author: newsnet5

Iowa State vs. Kansas State Rivalry Spotlight The matchup known as “Farmageddon” takes on a unique twist in 2025 as Iowa State and Kansas State face off on neutral ground in Dublin, Ireland. Historically, Iowa State holds a slight advantage in their rivalry record, and recent years have seen Iowa State claim victory in four […]

NTF Endorses Targeted Reform of Gambling Taxation This week, the National Trainers’ Federation (NTF) expressed strong support for a new approach to the UK Treasury’s plan on gambling tax. The Treasury aims to harmonize tax rates across online sports betting and high-risk casino games, but the NTF backs an alternative proposal that advocates for differentiated […]

Record Gambling Tax Revenue and Unexpected Shortfall At the end of March, Statistics Netherlands announced a record €1 billion in gambling tax revenue for 2024. However, a tax increase implemented in January, raising the gambling tax from 30.5% to 34.2%, appears to have had unintended consequences. Instead of increasing revenue, the government now faces an […]

New Gambling Advertising Regulations Announced by Illinois Gaming Board Illinois is implementing stricter rules to regulate gambling advertising and operations across the state. The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) announced new regulations aimed at improving consumer protection and ensuring responsible gambling practices. Key Changes to Advertising and Marketing Practices The new rules cover marketing and promotional […]

Rising Concern Over Online Casino Scams in South Dakota Authorities in South Dakota have recently highlighted a growing problem with illegal online gambling schemes that falsely represent well-known land-based casinos in the state. How Fraudsters Exploit South Dakota Casino Brands These scams imitate tactics used in other regions, including Washington and the District of Columbia, […]

Ohio Woman Wins $1 Million from Lottery Scratch-Off A woman from Cincinnati recently secured a $1 million prize through a lottery scratch-off ticket. She played the popular VIP Millions game, as confirmed by the Ohio Lottery in their official announcement. Details of the Jackpot Prize The top prize in VIP Millions offers $40,000 annually for […]

Maryland Judge Rejects Kalshi’s Preliminary Injunction Request US District Judge Adam Abelson in Maryland denied Kalshi’s motion for a preliminary injunction aimed at halting the actions of the state’s sports betting regulators. This decision was announced in a court ruling released last Friday. Background of the Maryland Sports Betting Dispute The dispute began after the […]

Sharp Increase in Online Gambling Activities Recent data from Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs, and 2030 Agenda shows a notable growth in online gambling across the country. The latest report, compiled by the Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) and endorsed by the Responsible Gambling Advisory Council in July, highlights a […]

Metallica Eyeing a Residency at the Las Vegas Sphere in Fall 2026 Recent reports suggest that Metallica is in talks to secure a residency at the innovative Sphere venue located on the Las Vegas Strip, potentially starting in the fall of 2026. If this materializes, it would mark a historic moment as Metallica would become […]

Most Players Consider Sweepstakes Games as a Form of Gambling A recent study by the American Gaming Association (AGA) highlights that a significant majority of sweepstakes casino participants regard these games as a type of gambling. Furthermore, the spending patterns and demographic profiles of these players closely resemble those involved in real-money iGaming. Study Details: […]