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Malta Gaming Authority Issues Warning on Fraudulent Gambling Sites The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has issued a warning regarding two gambling websites, lavbet321.com and kasinoseta.com, falsely stating they are licensed in Malta. The MGA emphasized that these claims are misleading and pose risks to users who engage with unregulated platforms. False Licensing Claims and Regulatory […]

UK Gambling Industry Faces Unexpected Tax Increases UK gambling operators are quickly revisiting their business strategies following an unexpected announcement from Chancellor Rachel Reeves regarding a significant rise in gambling taxes. Most companies had anticipated a modest adjustment during the Autumn Budget, but the government unveiled a sharp increase in the online casino tax rate, […]

Joint Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests in Saanich The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU) of British Columbia, through its Joint Illegal Gaming Investigation Team (JIGIT), has apprehended several individuals linked to an unlicensed gambling operation in Saanich. Their investigation uncovered numerous violations related to illegal gaming activities. Details of the Extensive Crackdown The investigation, […]

Police Crack Down on Extortion Ring Targeting Scammers The Macau Judiciary Police have successfully apprehended a group involved in extorting money from casino scammers. The gang is believed to have amassed at least HKD 800,000 (approximately $102,779) through their illicit activities. How the Extortion Scheme Operated According to local reports, the police detained over a […]

Incident Overview The Atlantic City Police Department is currently investigating the sudden deaths of a couple who were visiting from New York. The pair was discovered deceased at the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa. Details of the Victims The bodies of 68-year-old Wei Guo Liang and 36-year-old Baoyi Bowie Zheng were found around 5:00 pm […]

VGCCC Takes Action Against Multiple Venues for Poker Machine Trading Hour Breaches The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has recently announced enforcement measures targeting 12 gaming venues due to violations of poker machine operating hours. Some venues faced fines for permitting gambling outside regulated hours, while others received formal warnings. Details of the […]

Introduction to Online Gaming in the UAE The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is embarking on a significant transformation in its gaming industry by officially approving its first online gambling brand. Although the country previously only licensed lottery providers, this step represents a major expansion into regulated online gaming. Play971: The UAE’s Pioneer iGaming Operator Play971 […]

Saad-ur-Rehman Released on Bail by Lahore High Court The Lahore High Court has granted bail to Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, marking a pivotal development in the case that has kept him detained since mid-August. The court’s decision was made on a Monday when it accepted his bail plea and required him to provide […]

The UK gambling sector is facing significant disruption following the government’s introduction of steep tax increases on online gaming, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in her latest budget. This move heavily impacts digital gambling companies while leaving traditional betting shops unaffected. Major Tax Hikes on Online Gambling Announced Starting April next year, the tax rate […]

High Court Limits Media Reporting on GVC’s Turkey Investigation A High Court judge has imposed strict restrictions on what the press can disclose about a long-standing criminal investigation concerning GVC’s previous business dealings in Turkey. This ruling complicates the legal matters involving former executives of the company. Judge Backs Gambling Commission’s Request to Curtail Reporting […]