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Rising Concerns Over Problem Gambling in British Columbia Problem gambling is becoming an increasingly serious challenge in British Columbia, particularly among sports bettors. Internal research conducted for the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), obtained through a Freedom of Information request, highlights this troubling trend. Heightened Risks for Online Sports Bettors A July 2024 Ipsos Research […]

New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs Acts Against Influencers Promoting Illegal Gambling The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) has recently initiated enforcement measures against four prominent social media influencers who have been advertising unauthorized gambling services within the country. Fines Imposed on Influencers for Endorsing Offshore Gambling Platforms The individuals identified by DIA […]

Rising Concern Over Gambling Disorders in the Military The Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently released a report highlighting the increasing cases of gambling disorders among U.S. military service members. Despite this growing issue, the Pentagon has yet to establish effective solutions or support systems for affected personnel. Young Service Members and Risky Gambling Behavior The […]

Strong Revenue Performance in Nevada Casinos Amid Visitor Decline Nevada’s casino industry saw impressive financial growth in August, with the Las Vegas Strip continuing its streak of increased earnings for the second consecutive month. According to data released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board, the state generated $1.22 billion in gambling revenue, marking a 5.5% […]

NextBet Launches Operations Through Acquisition of CrossBet NextBet has officially entered Australia’s competitive betting market by acquiring CrossBet, a Brisbane-based bookmaker. This acquisition marks the beginning of NextBet’s strategy to unite mid-sized operators and establish itself as a significant challenger within the industry. Building a New Tier-Two Betting Powerhouse NextBet was founded to capitalize on […]

Nas-Backed Casino Expansion in Queens Advances with Strong Community Support A $5.5 billion plan to expand the Resorts World Casino located at the Aqueduct Racetrack in Queens has received unanimous approval from New York’s Community Advisory Committee. This step brings the project closer to securing one of the coveted state casino licenses. Queens Project Endorsed, […]

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Massive Sentencing for Illegal Crypto Gambling Network A Vietnamese court has handed down severe prison terms to 43 individuals involved in an extensive illegal gambling scheme orchestrated by four siblings. The leaders of this operation, which incorporated cryptocurrency transactions, were sentenced to prison terms ranging from 8 to 13 years. The Scale and Operation of […]

New Leadership Appointment at Light & Wonder Light & Wonder, Inc. has strengthened its senior leadership by appointing Rohan Gallagher as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. Based in Sydney, Gallagher will be responsible for overseeing investor relations, environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives, corporate social responsibility, and international communications. This newly […]

Extension of Suspension by NSW Independent Casino Commission The NSW Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has prolonged the suspension of Star Sydney’s gaming floor license for an additional six months. This decision follows a thorough review of the casino’s operations and extends the current restrictions on its gaming activities. Continued Operational Restrictions Star Sydney had hoped […]