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New Socio-Civic Center Opens in Laurel, Batangas The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) recently inaugurated a new socio-civic center located in Laurel, Batangas. This initiative comes in response to the increasing activity of Taal Volcano, providing much-needed support to nearby communities. PAGCOR’s 50th Socio-Civic Facility Close to the volcano’s vicinity, this establishment marks PAGCOR’s […]

Polymarket Poised for US Market Re-entry Recent reports suggest that Polymarket, the prediction markets platform, is on track to officially launch in the United States by the end of November. This anticipated move could enable the platform to leverage key events such as the remaining football season and other major happenings. Gradual Rollout with Beta […]

Capture of Dangerous Las Vegas Robbery Suspect by Miami Beach Police The Miami Beach Police Department recently apprehended Dshante Styles, a 35-year-old man suspected of committing numerous robberies in Las Vegas. This arrest was the result of a coordinated effort involving the FBI and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, who shared critical information with […]

Overview of Q3 2025 Racing Industry Performance The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) recently released its report detailing the racing industry’s results for the third quarter of 2025. The data highlights ongoing challenges facing the sector, including a dip in betting turnover amid broader financial pressures. Decline in Year-to-Date Betting Turnover The BHA’s report reveals that […]

Former Muay Thai Champion Arrested in Illegal Gambling Bust Thai authorities have arrested a former Muay Thai champion who allegedly operated an illegal gambling scheme that reportedly earned over 100 million baht, equivalent to $3.1 million, in just three years. About the Ex-Boxer: Weerapong Unlamai Weerapong Unlamai, widely recognized by his ring name Puenkon Tor […]

Fairspin Earns Recognition at SiGMA Central Europe B2C Awards Fairspin, a pioneering operator in the crypto casino space, has been nominated for the esteemed “Best Crypto Casino 2025” award at the SiGMA Central Europe B2C Awards. This nomination adds to its recent success at the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2025, where Fairspin was honored as the […]

Efforts to Ban Credit Card Gambling in Illinois Using credit cards to gamble has long been discouraged globally, with many leading gambling jurisdictions implementing outright bans on this practice. Countries such as the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Belgium have had restrictions against gambling with credit cards for several years. Recently, Illinois lawmakers, Representatives Curtis […]

NCAA Delays Rule Launch for College Athletes Betting on Pro Sports The NCAA has been deliberating on whether to permit college athletes to place bets on professional sports. Recently, a decision was made, but its rollout has been postponed slightly. The Division I Board, which was the final group to approve the rule, voted to […]

Industry Head Challenges Gambling Harm Claims The chief executive of the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), Grainne Hurst, recently testified before the Treasury select committee, asserting that gambling does not cause social problems. This statement drew criticism as she urged the government against raising gambling taxes in the upcoming budget. Concerns Raised Over Tax Hikes […]

Former Paddy Power CEO Urges Tax Hikes to Address Gambling Harm Stewart Kenny, the founder and former head of Paddy Power, has called for higher taxes on gambling companies. He believes that increasing taxation could help reduce the promotion of risky betting behaviors that contribute to addiction. Reflection on Industry Role and the Need for […]