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ACMA Intensifies Efforts to Combat Illegal Gambling The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) continues its commitment to enforcing the country’s gambling regulations established under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. Recently, ACMA has targeted five online casino platforms by implementing blocks through Internet Service Providers (ISPs) as a means to restrict access to these unauthorized […]

Officer’s Betrayal of a Sick Colleague A police officer from Long Island stands accused of betraying the trust of a fellow officer battling a serious illness. Instead of investing $200,000 entrusted to him for a business venture, the 39-year-old officer identified as L.C. allegedly spent the funds on gambling, subscriptions to adult websites, and a […]

New Concerns Raised Over ASA’s Handling of Gambling Advertising The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has come under criticism from Peers for Gambling Reform (PGR) for not effectively addressing gambling advertisements on social media platforms. In a strongly worded letter dated 11 September, PGR accused the ASA of repeatedly postponing action against “content marketing,” which promotes […]

Macbet Halts Betting on Arena Racing Tracks Independent bookmaker Macbet has decided to stop offering bets on tracks managed by the Arena Racing Company (ARC). This move comes as a response to ARC’s change in its data fee structure, shifting from a fixed charge to a turnover-based model. Macbet made the announcement through its social […]

LiveScore Group Joins Forces with X and xAI LiveScore Group, the company behind the well-known LiveScore Bet sports betting brand, has announced a significant new collaboration with X and xAI. This partnership aims to revolutionize the integration of sports media with betting, shaping the future landscape of both industries. Enhancing Sports Experiences with X’s Real-Time […]

Introduction to EGBA’s Safety Initiative The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) is championing a new European standard aimed at reducing harm in online gambling. This initiative is designed to unify efforts across the continent to make gambling safer and minimize related risks. Developing Universal Harm Indicators Recently, the EGBA has requested that national standardization […]

Comparing Sports Betting Trends in the US and Canada Sports hold a significant place in both the United States and Canada, making sports betting a notable activity in these countries. However, recent research reveals that Americans engage in sports betting much more frequently than Canadians. Key Findings from a Recent Survey Leger conducted an online […]

Illegal Gambling Sites Outnumber Licensed Operators in Germany With the kickoff of the Champions League soccer season, the German Sports Betting Association (DSWV) has raised alarms about the prevalence of illegal gambling websites in Germany. These unlicensed platforms far exceed the number of legally authorized operators, exposing players to significant risks such as fraud, gambling […]

Leadership Change at Rank Group The Rank Group, a prominent international gaming, leisure, and entertainment company, has revealed plans for a shift in its leadership. Alex Thursby, who currently serves as the chairman, will be leaving his position, and the company is actively searching for a new chairperson to take his place. Thursby’s Departure After […]

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has released the first report in a series aimed at shedding light on the illegal online gambling sector in the United Kingdom. This initial research concentrates on understanding the behaviors, motivations, and profiles of players involved in unlicensed gambling sites. Future reports will explore other critical facets such as user […]