Ukrainian Government Set to Ban Soldiers from Online Gambling
The Ukrainian government is set to sign off on a proposal to ban soldiers from gambling online, amid claims many armed forces personnel have become addicted to web-based betting.
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New Jersey Online Gambling Revenue Surges to Record Levels in May
New Jersey's internet gambling sector continued its rapid growth in May, setting a new monthly revenue record while earnings from in-person gambling at Atlantic City's casinos remained largely unchanged.
Dutch Regulator Fines Chestoption $3.5 Million for Unlicensed Gambling
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) fines Chestoption $3.5 million for offering online gambling to Dutch players without a license.
Netherlands Proposes Gambling Advertising Ban and Deposit Limits
The Netherlands is preparing a major overhaul of its regulated online gambling market through proposed legislation that would ban gambling advertising and bonuses while introducing centralized deposit limits, affordability checks and new enforcement powers against illegal operators.
BetMGM's Brazilian Venture Acquires Bingão do Brasil for Market
Boa Lion, the Brazilian joint venture between MGM Resorts International and Grupo Globo, has agreed to acquire online video bingo developer Bingão do Brasil.
Indonesian Company Manager Embezzles $3.1M for Online Gambling
An Indonesian company manager fabricated a violent robbery report in a bid to hide the fact he stole over $3.1 million from his employer to gamble online, police in Dairi Regency claim.
Dutch Lawmakers Mulling Ban on iGaming Ads and Bonuses
The Netherlands is considering a complete ban on iGaming ads and bonuses in a move towards stricter gambling regulations.
UAE Launches First Licensed Online Sportsbook Ahead of World Cup
The United Arab Emirates has launched its first licensed online sportsbook and iGaming platform, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
UK Gambling Industry GGY Reaches $6.01 Billion in Q4
Britain's gambling industry generated £4.5 billion ($6.01 billion) in gross gambling yield (GGY) during the fourth quarter of 2025, up 2.27% from a year earlier, as online gambling continued to dominate the market, according to quarterly statistics released by the Gambling Commission.
Bet365 CMO on Leveraging European Gaming Expertise for US Market
British operator bet365 is leveraging its expertise as a long-established gaming brand in Europe to solidify a footprint in North America’s burgeoning online gambling market.
Indonesia to Halt Thousands More Welfare Payments as Casino Crackdown
The Indonesian government could pull the plug on welfare payments to another 11,000 families nationwide, officials say.
Austria Considers Ending Monopoly Control in Online Gambling
Austria is heading toward a milestone shift in its online gambling landscape, with policymakers considering a move that would end years of monopoly control and create space for multiple licensed casino operators.