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SIGA Fined $1.2 Million by FINTRAC for Violations of Anti-Money Laundering Regulations
The Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) has been penalized with a significant fine of $1.175 million after a compliance examination by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC). The penalty was imposed on August 28, 2025, and pertains to SIGA’s failure to adhere to specific provisions of Canada’s Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act. Details of […]
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Macau Gaming Tax Revenue Hits MOP$8.5 Billion in August, Sets Post-Pandemic Record
Macau’s gaming sector delivered another milestone in August, with government tax revenue from casinos reaching nearly MOP$8.5 billion (US$1.06 billion). The figure represents the highest monthly tally since the COVID-19 crisis and follows strong casino activity in July, when gross gaming revenue (GGR) climbed to MOP$22.1 billion (US$2.73 billion). The city’s Financial Services Bureau, cited […]
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Americans Call for Gambling Oversight of Sports Event Contracts
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has published new research indicating strong public sentiment that sports event contracts should not be treated as financial tools, but rather as gambling products requiring regulation. These contracts, commonly offered on prediction market platforms, allow users to stake money on outcomes of future events, such as the results of a sports game. The survey, […]
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BetMGM Partners with “The Price is Right” for Groundbreaking Custom Game
BetMGM has partnered with Fremantle, a global leader in content creation, to introduce a fresh twist to the beloved TV game show The Price is Right. This collaboration marks the debut of The Lion’s Share, a custom-branded pricing game, set to premiere on CBS during the show’s 54th season on September 22. This historic game will offer contestants the […]
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U.S. Treasury Cracks Down on Southeast Asia Scam Hubs With New Sanctions
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sweeping sanctions on an extensive web of scam operations across Southeast Asia, citing their role in defrauding Americans out of billions while enslaving thousands of workers. The measures, announced on September 8, 2025, affect nine individuals and entities linked to Burma and ten others in […]
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New York Betting Handle Surpasses $2B in August, Casino Revenue Soars
New York’s betting market delivered a standout performance in August 2025, surpassing $2 billion in wagers for the first time since May. According to the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC), the monthly handle reached $2.04 billion, an increase of 41.9% compared with August 2024 and 45.9% above July’s $1.4 billion. Sports Betting Hits Milestone in August Gross gaming […]
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Xavier Worthy Injury Highlights Conflicting Sportsbook Policies
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy, fresh off his breakout Super Bowl LIX performance, was sidelined almost immediately during the team’s season opener in Brazil against the Los Angeles Chargers. On the Chiefs’ first offensive drive, Worthy collided with teammate Travis Kelce on a crossing route, injuring his right shoulder and exiting the game. He was officially declared […]
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Push Gaming Debuts Bamboo Ways as First Online Slot in Push Originals Line
Push Gaming has officially introduced its new Push Originals category, a portfolio designed to showcase its most defining titles, beginning with the release of Bamboo Ways. This fresh initiative reflects the studio’s ambition to broaden its reach while holding firm to the high standards of creativity and complexity that have built its reputation. The Push […]
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Macau Gaming Forecasts Upgraded With Strong Momentum Through 2026
Investment bank Jefferies has revised its expectations for Macau’s casino industry, lifting its 2025 gross gaming revenue (GGR) forecast to MOP248 billion (US$31.8 billion). This marks a significant increase from the firm’s earlier projection of MOP237 billion, placing Jefferies’ outlook above government estimates and at the top end of market predictions. Jefferies Pushes Forecasts to the High End Analysts […]
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Polymarket Cleared for U.S. Relaunch After CFTC Ruling
Polymarket, the blockchain-powered prediction market that made headlines during the 2024 presidential election, has officially secured approval to resume operations in the United States. The move comes after the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issued a no-action letter to QCX, a derivatives exchange that Polymarket acquired earlier this summer. Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan celebrated the […]
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