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Efforts to Close the Social Relationship Loophole Wyoming lawmakers recently advanced legislation aimed at tightening gambling controls, focusing first on what is often referred to as the “social relationship” loophole. Currently, most gambling activities are illegal in the state, but private games among friends are allowed. However, some have exploited this by operating professional-level poker […]

International Search for a Gambling Tycoon Philippine authorities are intensifying efforts to locate Charlie “Atong” Ang, a well-known businessman in the country’s gambling scene, who is now the subject of an Interpol Red Notice. This international alert is part of a broader campaign to find Ang, who is suspected of being involved in serious criminal […]

Operation and Arrests Halt Crime Wave Law enforcement in southern Spain has successfully ended the reign of a criminal group responsible for a series of robberies targeting gambling venues throughout the region. The National Police took decisive action resulting in the arrest of key suspects believed to be the leaders of this organized gang. Investigation […]

Virginia Senate Approves Online Casino Bill with Launch Delayed Until 2027 The Virginia Senate has narrowly approved legislation that aims to introduce regulated online casino gaming within the state. However, this development comes with a significant delay, as the launch of these digital casinos will not occur before 2027. Updated iGaming Proposal Introduces Consumer Protections […]

Wazdan Expands to West Virginia with Fanatics Casino Wazdan, a major provider of popular online casino games, has extended its reach across North America by making its gaming portfolio available to Fanatics Casino players in West Virginia. This strategic move aims to enhance Wazdan’s influence in one of the most important iGaming markets in the […]

Big Win at Hard Rock Sacramento A fortunate guest at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento recently hit a massive jackpot, turning a modest $2.50 bet into an impressive $120,000 payout. This victory reinforces the casino’s reputation as one of the top spots in California for substantial slot machine wins. Details of the Jackpot The […]

BookieCo’s License Revoked Following Organized Crime Investigation Authorities in Cyprus have taken the rare step of shutting down a licensed betting operator due to its owner’s involvement in a significant organized crime probe. This swift and decisive move highlights the government’s strong commitment to preserving the integrity of the gambling industry, particularly when criminal activities […]

Introduction to the KSA’s Action Against Polymarket The Dutch Gambling Authority, known as Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has taken regulatory action against Polymarket, a growing prediction market platform. The authority considers the platform’s services as unauthorized gambling within the Netherlands and has penalized the operator for non-compliance with local gaming laws. Polymarket’s Regulatory Challenges in the Netherlands […]

Peoria Ends Legal Dispute With Boyd Gaming The City of Peoria has officially dropped its lawsuit against Boyd Gaming, the Illinois Gaming Board, and the City of East Peoria. This decision came after Boyd Gaming abandoned its initial proposal to build a 29,000-square-foot casino on the existing Par-A-Dice Casino site in Peoria. Shift in Boyd […]

Rank Group Names Cliff Baty as Interim CFO Rank Group has announced the appointment of Cliff Baty as its new interim Chief Financial Officer. Baty brings a wealth of experience in finance and leadership, stepping into the role on a temporary basis to help guide the company’s financial strategy. Experienced Financial Leader Joins Executive Team […]