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UK Gambling Survey Shows Stable Trends During 2025
The UK Gambling Commission has released the third annual Gambling Survey for Great Britain (GSGB), providing a detailed overview of gambling participation, attitudes, experiences and consequences across the country during 2025. The latest findings indicate that overall gambling activity remained largely unchanged from previous years, while the proportion of respondents classified as problem gamblers recorded […]
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Rank Group Navigates UK Gambling Tax Hikes with Job Cuts and Growth
Rank Group Plc, owner of Grosvenor Casinos, Mecca Bingo, and Spain’s Enracha Casinos, has confirmed a round of staff reductions as it adjusts to the UK government’s increased Remote Gaming Duty (RGD). The duty, which rose from 21% to 40% in April 2026 following the 2025 Autumn Budget, has prompted operators to implement cost-saving measures […]
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UK Remote Gaming Duty Hike Spurs Concerns Over Illegal Gambling Growth
The United Kingdom’s recent increase in Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) to 40% from April 2026 has prompted warnings from the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) and independent analysts that the move could accelerate the migration of customers toward offshore operators. Research conducted by H2 Gambling Capital indicates that the tax rise, combined with lower onshore […]
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Merkur Group Acquires White Hat Studios to Expand U.S. Slots
German gaming giant Merkur Group has confirmed the acquisition of White Hat Studios, a leading U.S. slots provider, marking a strategic step in expanding its operations across regulated American markets. Since its establishment in 2021, White Hat Studios has rapidly built a strong presence, being the first provider to launch online slots in all seven […]
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Timor-Leste Cracks Down on Online Fraud and Illegal Gambling Networks
Timor-Leste authorities have intensified efforts against online crime, detaining 90 foreign nationals in operations targeting suspected illegal gambling and fraud activities. The arrests, conducted on Monday, July 13, in Dili and Liquiçá municipalities, follow a previous sweep last week that apprehended around 200 individuals involved in similar schemes. Chief Superintendent João Belo of the National […]
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Macau Gaming Tax Revenue Reaches $6.34 Billion in First Half of 2026
The Macau Special Administrative Region (SAR) reported a strong increase in gaming tax revenue for the first six months of 2026. According to data from the Financial Services Bureau, the city collected MOP$51.2 billion (US$6.34 billion), representing a 13.1 percent increase compared with the same period last year. The monthly breakdown shows that June alone contributed MOP$8.67 […]
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Pennsylvania Online Casino Bonuses Under Pressure as Competition Intensifies in 2026
Pennsylvania’s online gambling market has never been more competitive. What started as a relatively controlled rollout of iGaming in the state has evolved into a crowded and fast-moving ecosystem where operators are constantly adjusting promotions, player incentives and bonus structures just to stay visible. In 2026, that pressure is showing more clearly than ever, especially […]
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Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Opens Following Major Revamp
Caesars Entertainment has officially launched Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, completing a multi-year redevelopment of the former Harveys Lake Tahoe property and introducing a reimagined resort destination on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. The grand opening celebration took place on July 7 and marked the conclusion of a renovation project valued at $200 million. Company […]
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ZEAL Network Expands Into UK Prize Draw Market With SevenCanyon Deal
ZEAL Network SE has agreed to acquire the remaining shares in UK digital prize draw operator SevenCanyon Limited, marking the German online lottery company’s entry into one of Europe’s largest markets for digital prize draw products. The transaction will see ZEAL take control of 96.5% of SevenCanyon, with the company already holding a 3.5% stake. […]
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FanDuel Prepares Alberta Launch with Community Investments
FanDuel is preparing to enter Alberta’s regulated online gaming market on July 13, pending regulatory approval, bringing its Casino and Sportsbook products to players in the province while outlining community initiatives and new partnerships connected to the launch. The company said its Alberta expansion forms part of a broader commitment to responsible gaming, local engagement […]
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