Alberta Launches Regulated Online Gambling on July 13
Alberta is set to make history on July 13, 2026, as it becomes the second Canadian province to launch a fully regulated, open-market online gambling industry.
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Virginia Lottery Winners Can Now Stay Anonymous
Under the rules that took effect July 1, lottery players in Virginia can now stay anonymous, as the state lottery cannot publish the names or photographs of winners on its website without their written consent.
Dutch Court Rules in Favor of Operators in Unlicensed Gambling Case
A preliminary ruling by the Supreme Court of the Netherlands has quashed the ambitions of players seeking refunds from operators previously active in the country without a license.
Macau Cracks Down on Hidden Casino Betting Activities
Macau authorities have stepped up their crackdown on illegal gambling after discovering a series of underground betting operations inside local casinos.
NSW Labor Unites on Poker Machine Overhaul
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns is set to take a tougher stance on poker machines to the next election after being pushed to adopt the approach by the party’s left.
CFTC Has Edge Over States in Prediction Markets Supreme Court Showdown
The battle for control of the prediction markets space is heading to the Supreme Court, say US lawyers, with some claiming the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) may have a key advantage over the states.
Pennsylvania Sheriffs' Association Takes Stand Against Animal Fighting
The Pennsylvania Sheriffs’ Association is determined to put a stop to the disturbing animal fights and the activities of the connected crime rings behind them.
Nebraska online sports betting push heads to 2026 ballot review
Nebraska election officials are reviewing petitions that could place online sports betting before voters in the 2026 general election, after Tax Relief Nebraska submitted roughly 350,000 signatures for two related ballot initiatives.
Thai Buddhist Monk Receives 12-Year Sentence for Embezzlement
Following a highly publicized gambling and sex scandal, former senior Thai Buddhist monk Phra Thepwatcharasitthimethi, known by his lay name as Wirach, was convicted by Thailand’s Central Criminal Court to 12 years in prison.
Australian Court Imposes $16.8 Million in Penalties for Illegal Online
The Federal Court of Australia has imposed AU$24.24 million (US$16.8 million) in penalties on the operators and promoters of illegal online poker services under the names PPPfish, Shuffle Gaming, and Redraw Poker, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) announced.
Colombia court confirms suspension of key Coljuegos restrictions on
Colombia’s Council of State confirms the partial suspension of Resolution 20231000019054, which imposed limits and sanctions on online gaming advertising in the country.
AUSTRAC Orders Bet365 to Enhance AML Controls
The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) has instructed bet365 to strengthen its anti-money laundering controls following the identification of 'serious gaps' in risk management and reporting of suspicious activity.