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New National Helpline Simplifies Access to Gambling Help The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has launched a new nationwide helpline number, 1-800-MY-RESET, designed to make reaching out for gambling-related support easier and more memorable. This number connects individuals across the United States to professional assistance whenever they need help dealing with gambling concerns. Enhanced […]

Illegal Gambling Operation Dismantled in San Jose Law enforcement officials in San Jose, California, have successfully shut down an illegal gambling operation that was being run out of a warehouse. The intervention led to the arrest of two people and the confiscation of unauthorized gaming machines along with other illicit items. Investigation Leads to Raid […]

Progress on Senate Bill 118 in Virginia Lawmakers in Virginia are advancing Senate Bill 118 (SB118), which seeks to legalize online casino gaming across the state. This legislative movement follows updates aimed at strengthening consumer protections and addressing problem gambling concerns. Background and Recent Developments Virginia has previously attempted to pass legislation permitting online gambling, […]

Governor DeWine Reflects on Sports Betting Legalization During his seven years as Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine has identified his approval of sports betting legislation as one of his most significant regrets. The bill, passed in December 2021, allowed sports gambling to become legal throughout the state, with betting operations commencing in January 2023. Rapid Growth […]

Background of the Case On December 16, the Curaçao appeals court reversed an earlier ruling that held Gaming Services Provider (GSP), a former master license holder, liable for unpaid winnings from an online casino operating under an expired sublicence. The dispute involved the website topbet.eu, which was managed by Orient Power Holdings between November 2015 […]

Robust Growth Continues in Ontario’s iGaming Sector The online gambling market in Ontario remained vibrant throughout December, demonstrating its ongoing expansion. Recent data from the local market highlights a consistent surge in betting activity and revenue, underscoring the sector’s healthy performance in 2025. December Market Highlights and Yearly Overview According to the latest figures from […]

Strong Performance in the First Half of Fiscal Year 2025/26 The Rank Group has announced its interim results for the six months ending December 2025, showcasing a robust performance across key financial metrics. During this period, the company reported a net gaming revenue of �GBP 419.8 million ($580.4 million), which represents a 6% increase compared […]

Incident Sparks Controversy Over AI Facial Recognition A truck driver from Reno faced arrest after a local police officer dismissed his claims, relying instead on AI-based facial recognition software. The driver, Jason Killinger, may find some relief as the officer involved has publicly admitted his mistake in court. Officer Admits Mistake, Truck Driver Seeks Justice […]

Russian Orthodox Church Takes a Stand Against Online Gambling Legalization The Russian Orthodox Church has expressed strong opposition to a recent initiative aimed at legalizing online gambling in territories of Ukraine currently occupied by Russia. The church, known for its complex and sometimes controversial history, has positioned itself on moral grounds in response to this […]

Background of the Executions Recently, the Chinese government carried out the execution of 11 individuals convicted by a court in Zhejiang province. These people were involved in serious criminal activities, including extensive online fraud and illegal gambling operations. Key Figures Involved Among those executed were the primary leaders Ming Guoping and Ming Zhenzhen, along with […]