California Tribes Unite to Address the Expansion of Prediction Markets in the State

December 11, 2025
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Tribal Leaders Mobilize Against Prediction Market Growth Leaders from California’s Native American tribes are actively working to address the rapid growth of prediction markets within the state. Recently convening in San Diego, they have been discussing coordinated legal and political strategies to curb, or possibly prevent, the further spread of these markets. This movement follows […]


Man Sentenced Following Investigation into Illegal WhatsApp Gambling Operation

December 11, 2025
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Overview of the Case A UK man, Haydon Simcock, has been sentenced after running an illegal gambling operation through WhatsApp and failing to return £269,000 to a customer’s account. He received a 30-week suspended prison sentence along with 200 hours of community service. Additionally, Simcock was ordered to complete 20 hours of rehabilitation and to […]


Sweden’s BOS Disagrees with ATG on Proposed Gambling Tax Hike

December 10, 2025
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Strong Opposition from BOS to ATG’s Tax Proposal Gustaf Hoffstedt, the secretary general of Sweden’s Online Gambling Trade Association (BOS), has openly expressed strong disapproval of ATG CEO Hasse Lord Skarplöth’s proposal to raise taxes on online gambling operators in Sweden. ATG’s Call for Higher Taxes and the UK Comparison Hasse Lord Skarplöth recently suggested […]


Nate Ravitz Leads theScore as Penn Shifts Strategy After Ending ESPN Bet Partnership

December 10, 2025
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Experienced Leadership Takes theScore Forward Penn Interactive has appointed Nate Ravitz, a veteran in sports media and former ESPN executive, to lead theScore as part of a strategic overhaul. This appointment comes as Penn refocuses its efforts on core areas after stepping away from its expensive ESPN Bet partnership. Ravitz’s Role and Background As head […]


University of Glasgow Develops Global Benchmarking Tool for Gambling Regulation

December 10, 2025
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Introduction to the Global Gambling Control Scorecard Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed the Global Gambling Control Scorecard (GGCS), the first worldwide benchmarking tool designed to evaluate gambling regulation. This innovative tool enables regulators, academics, and other interested parties to compare how various countries manage gambling activities and protect players. Development and Backing […]


Former Entain Executives Take Legal Action Against UK Gambling Commission Over 888 Holdings Takeover

December 10, 2025
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Legal Battle Emerges After Failed Takeover Attempt Kenny Alexander and Lee Feldman, former executives of Entain, have initiated a civil lawsuit against the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) following their unsuccessful attempt to regain a leading position in the gambling sector. Both face serious criminal allegations related to their prior involvement with operations in Turkey. They […]


Evoke Explores Strategic Options Amidst UK Tax Hike Challenges

December 10, 2025
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Introduction to Evoke’s Strategic Review Evoke, previously recognized as 888, has embarked on a comprehensive review of its business strategy in response to ongoing challenges. There is speculation that this review could lead to the possible sale of the company. Details of the Strategic Review On December 10, 2025, Evoke announced that its board of […]


European Commission Launches Antitrust Probe into Google over AI Content Usage

December 10, 2025
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European Commission Initiates Investigation into Google The European Commission has opened an antitrust investigation targeting Google amid concerns that the company might have breached European Union competition laws. The focus of this inquiry is whether Google has utilized content from websites and YouTube for artificial intelligence (AI) applications without proper authorization or compensation, potentially affecting […]


Ontario Tribe Develops New Casino and Upgrades Bingo Hall

December 10, 2025
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New Casino and Renovated Bingo Hall in Ontario by Wauzhushk Onigum Nation A new tribal casino is set to open in Ontario beside the well-established bingo hall operated by the Wauzhushk Onigum Nation. This development comes through a partnership with the local gaming company Gateway Casinos & Entertainment. Details of the Casino Project and Bingo […]


Fort Wayne Casino Bill Advances with Senate Approval, Moves Toward House Review

December 10, 2025
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Progress on the Fort Wayne Casino Bill The casino legislation for Fort Wayne has recently achieved a significant milestone by receiving approval from the Senate Public Policy Committee. Meanwhile, a different bill in the House did not progress to a vote. Steps Toward Casino Relocation in Northeast Indiana For some time, Indiana legislators have been […]