Category: News

AGCO Revokes Licenses of Businesses Operating Unauthorized Gambling Machines The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has taken decisive action against several businesses in the Greater Toronto Area after uncovering the operation of unauthorized electronic gambling devices known as Prime Slot. In a move to curb illegal gambling, the regulator has canceled the lottery […]

SEC Approves Hann Holdings’ Plan to Go Public The Securities and Exchange Commission of the Philippines has officially approved the initial public offering (IPO) plans of Hann Holdings. This company, known for operating the Hann Casino Resort, is now set to enter the stock market later this year. Details of Hann Holdings’ IPO Hann Holdings […]

Growing Popularity of US Election Betting American bettors interested in elections now have access to a wider range of platforms and applications that allow them to place wagers on presidential races and other political events daily. The increasing enthusiasm for betting on US elections is reflected by notable updates from PredictIt, a prominent player in […]

Allwyn Completes Full Purchase of Stoiximan Allwyn, a leading force in the lottery and casino industry, has successfully acquired the remaining shares of Stoiximan, a company within its Greek and Cypriot operations. Previously holding a majority stake, Allwyn has now secured the final 15.51% ownership from the original founder-shareholders. This acquisition, valued at approximately �0 […]

The Philippines has experienced various phases of regulating gambling, with the nation still debating the most effective strategy. While there are heated arguments on both sides, some lawmakers advocate for a balanced and practical approach instead of extreme measures proposed recently. Gambling Will Persist Despite Any Ban One widely discussed proposal is the complete prohibition […]

Overview of Responsible Gambling Trends in the U.S. The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has published recent findings indicating a decline in risky gambling behaviors among Americans. Despite increased availability of regulated gambling options across many states, the proportion of individuals engaging in gambling activities appears to be decreasing. Decline in Gambling-Related Harm According […]

Reduced Canadian Tourism to Las Vegas in 2025 Las Vegas and the state of Nevada are expected to see fewer Canadian visitors during the summer of 2025. This decline is largely attributed to the controversial policies and public remarks made by former President Donald Trump, along with tariffs that negatively impacted the Canadian economy. Shift […]

Meta Removes Influencer Pages After Government Request Following a formal request from the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), Facebook has taken down 20 pages belonging to popular Filipino influencers who were allegedly promoting illegal online gambling activities. Strong Enforcement Signals More Actions Ahead The deletions were confirmed by Digital Pinoys, a group advocating for […]

Overview of the Legislative Reform Initiative Earlier this month, the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) launched a public consultation on a comprehensive set of draft legislative reforms designed to strengthen gambling regulations across the Island. Preparation for MONEYVAL 2026 Evaluation The proposed changes aim to align the Isle of Man’s gambling framework with […]

Allegations from Former Atlantic City Casino Staff A former manager from the Atlantic City Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino recently shared in a televised interview that he observed President Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, together at the casino accompanied by underage girls. Account of Close Association Between Epstein and Trump During […]