23 Individuals Charged in Major Gambling Grant Fraud Case in New Zealand

February 13, 2026
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Overview of the Charges On Thursday, February 12, 2026, twenty-three individuals appeared before Auckland District Court in New Zealand, facing over 500 charges related to alleged gambling grant fraud. This case has been described by officials as the largest prosecution of its kind initiated by the Department of Internal Affairs. Details of the Investigation The […]


Play’n GO Launches 3 Blades & Blessings: A Thrilling Ninja Adventure

February 13, 2026
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Discover 3 Blades & Blessings Play’n GO has introduced a captivating new slot game, 3 Blades & Blessings, which plunges players into the mystique of feudal Japan. In this game, players take on the role of a skilled ninja whose mission is to restore harmony to a land torn apart by conflict. Game Features and […]


Blask Awards 2025 Honor Leading iGaming Games and Studios with Data-Driven Rankings

February 13, 2026
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Blask has announced the results of its 2025 awards, celebrating the top-performing iGaming titles and developers within regulated markets worldwide. Their rankings are based on real-time market data that reveal which games dominate operator platforms and capture player interest across licensed sites. Gates of Olympus 1000 Tops the 2025 Blask Awards The standout title this […]


Iowa Judge Sentences Magician Fraudster to 10 Years in Prison

February 13, 2026
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Introduction to the Case Recently, an Iowa judge handed down a 10-year prison sentence to Shaun Benward, a magician who deceived casino staff across the United States and fraudulently claimed thousands of dollars in winnings. Known by the nickname “Shaun Mistery,” Benward managed to evade capture by authorities for several years before being apprehended in […]


Michigan Governor Proposes Significant Tax Increase on Online Casinos

February 12, 2026
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Governor Whitmer Introduces Plan to Raise Online Casino Taxes This week, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer unveiled a proposal to increase the online casino tax rate to 36%, an 8% rise over the current top rate. This change is part of the state’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget plan and aims to generate additional revenue from the […]


Mississippi Proposes Bill to Deduct Child Support from Casino Winnings

February 12, 2026
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Overview of the Proposed Legislation Mississippi’s House and Senate have recently approved House Bill 520 and Senate Bill 2369. These bills aim to enforce the collection of unpaid child support directly from casino gambling winnings. The legislation targets large gambling payouts by implementing new requirements for casinos. Details of the Bill The bills, nearly identical […]


Cambodia Closes Nearly 200 Scam Centers in Major Anti-Gambling Operation

February 12, 2026
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Mass Closure of Scam Centers in Cambodia In recent weeks, Cambodian authorities have shut down close to 200 scam hubs. This move is part of a larger campaign aimed at eradicating criminal operations involving thousands of foreign workers who operate call centers and other venues to defraud victims abroad. International Pressure Intensifies Crackdown The government’s […]


Court Rejects Brent Waltz’s Appeal to Overturn Casino Campaign Conviction

February 12, 2026
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Federal Judge Denies Waltz’s Request to Overturn Sentence Brent Waltz, a former Indiana State Senator, has lost his bid to overturn the federal prison sentence he received related to illegal campaign contributions from casino funds. The Chief Judge of the US District Court for the Southern District of Indiana dismissed Waltz’s motion, bringing to a […]


FanDuel to Stop Accepting Credit Card Payments Starting March 2

February 12, 2026
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FanDuel’s New Payment Policy to Protect Customers FanDuel has announced that it will no longer allow credit cards as a payment method for its sportsbook, casino, and racing services in the United States beginning March 2. This move is part of the company’s efforts to enhance player protection by reducing the risks associated with credit […]


Evolution-Black Cube Clash Advances Toward Trial

February 12, 2026
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Judge’s Decision Forces Evolution to Provide Important Documents The legal confrontation between the live casino operator Evolution and the investigative firm Black Cube in New Jersey has intensified, with both parties marking some legal victories as the trial date approaches. This dispute has drawn significant attention within the online gambling community for several months, revolving […]