Kyrgyz Developer Builds Casino Instead of Promised Sports Center
Prosecutors in the Kyrgyz capital Bishkek say a business tycoon built a casino complex on a site where he had promised to build a sports center.
Digitain Appoints Dario Jurčić as Chief Commercial Officer for Europe
Digitain has appointed Dario Jurčić as chief commercial officer for Europe and Africa to enhance its presence in regulated markets and accelerate expansion in emerging regions.
ANJL supports federal crackdown on illegal betting in Brazil
Around 25.2 million Brazilians use irregular betting platforms, according to data released by Minister of Justice and Public Security Wellington César Lima, underscoring the scale of the challenge facing authorities as the federal government moves to expand action against illegal operators.
Insights from PrizePicks Head of RG Phil Sherwood on Responsible
Following up on recent discussion around responsible gaming and player protection at this month’s SBC Summit Americas in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., SBC Americas spoke with PrizePicks senior director of responsible gaming Phil Sherwood about his work to integrate RG work among all departments and how the
US Public Health Concerns Raised over Prediction Markets
Prediction markets, and especially sports event contracts, are often seen as not gambling, despite concerns raised by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) revealing that 45% of Americans equate prediction markets to a form of gambling.
Estonia's Online Gambling Tax Reduction Fails to Attract Expected
Estonia’s plan to attract foreign online gambling operators through tax reductions has so far produced limited results, despite expectations that the policy would boost investment and public revenue.
Russian Teen Arrested for Running Illegal Betting Den Next to Train
Russian police have arrested a 19-year-old resident of Kirov, accusing him of running an illegal gambling den in the public square outside the city’s main train station.
Pragmatic Play Extends Rank Group Partnership with Exclusive Slot
iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has strengthened its partnership with Rank Group following the launch of Mecca Big Bass Double Dab, a bespoke slot created exclusively for the operator's Mecca Bingo brand.
Armenia Tightens Gambling Controls, Bans At-Risk Citizens from Online
Armenia will tighten its gambling regulations for online users, with new bans on “at-risk” individuals and stricter betting limits.
NCAA Permanently Bans Iona Guard in Gambling Probe
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has decided to permanently rule Iona guard Adam Njie Jr. ineligible following his alleged involvement in a wide-reaching federal gambling and game manipulation investigation tied to college basketball.
World Cup Day 13 Picks & Predictions: Can AI Keep Winning Streak Going
Day 13 of the World Cup features the final games of the second round, including tournament heavyweights Portugal and England.
Meta Explores New Prediction Market App
Meta Platforms is reportedly exploring a new prediction market application as chief executive officer Mark Zuckerberg is pushing a small internal team to develop a product that would compete with well-established players like Kalshi and Polymarket.