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UK Gambling Black Market Debate Intensifies as Industry Warns of Growing Risk
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has renewed its warning that the UK’s illegal gambling market represents a significant and growing risk, rejecting arguments that the issue is being overstated based on market share estimates. BGC chief executive Grainne Hurst said the black market “is not a marginal issue,” responding to recent analysis suggesting illegal operators account for […]
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Terrible’s Takes Control of Primm Casinos to Prevent Shutdown
Nevada regulators have approved Terrible’s Gaming as the new operator of the Primm resort complex, ensuring the border casino community remains open and avoids an imminent shutdown. The decision was made following hearings by the Nevada Gaming Control Board and later confirmed by the Nevada Gaming Commission in a 5-0 vote. The approval clears the way for […]
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Sizekhaya Takes Over South Africa Lottery Amid Legal Disputes
Sizekhaya Holdings has officially taken over South Africa’s National Lottery operations as of 1 June 2026, marking the first change in operator since 2015 and ending Ithuba Holdings’ 11-year tenure. The transition begins an eight-year licence period overseen in partnership with the National Lotteries Commission. The move places the consortium at the centre of one […]
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Netherlands Gambling Tax Rises Fail to Meet Revenue Targets
The Netherlands’ decision to raise gambling taxes over a two-year period has produced far lower fiscal returns than policymakers originally forecast, according to a joint assessment by the Ministry of Finance and the national gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA). The report concludes that the objective of generating substantial additional public revenue through higher tax rates has […]
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Egypt Prepares Law to Criminalise Online Betting Platforms
Egypt’s parliament is preparing legislative changes that would directly criminalise online betting applications, as part of a broader update to the country’s Cybercrime Law that also targets cyber extortion and the spread of online misinformation. The proposed amendments are expected to be submitted after Eid al-Adha, according to statements made by Ahmed Badawi, who chairs […]
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Boyle Sports Marks 400th Retail Shop with Galway Partnership
Boyle Sports has reached a major retail milestone with the opening of its 400th betting shop, which will be located at Galway Racecourse in Ballybrit, Ireland. The launch forms part of a new three-year partnership between the bookmaker and the Galway Races, strengthening an already established commercial relationship. The on-course betting outlet will operate as […]
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Alabama–Coushatta Tribe Celebrates Ground Breaking on New East Texas Casino Resort
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas has officially started construction on the future Naskila Casino Resort, launching a development that tribal leaders expect will expand tourism, create new jobs, and strengthen long-term economic opportunities in Deep East Texas. Representatives of the tribe, local officials, casino employees, and community members gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the […]
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NetEnt Launches Museum Heist Online Slot “In and Out”
NetEnt has introduced In and Out, an online slot game built around a museum robbery theme that follows a character named Chloé as she attempts to secure valuable artifacts from a collection of rare exhibits. The release combines expanding reels, cascading wins, a hold-and-win style feature, and multiple bonus mechanics within a grid that can […]
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River Rock Casino Resort Sold to Indigenous-led Partnership
Great Canadian Entertainment has finalized the sale of River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond, British Columbia, transferring ownership to a partnership formed by Petroglyph Development Group and Musqueam Capital Corporation. The transaction closes a previously announced agreement between the parties and marks the latest change in ownership of one of Western Canada’s largest casino properties. […]
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Cayuga Nation Takes Caesars Sportsbook to Court Over Tribal Betting Claims
The Cayuga Nation of New York has filed a federal lawsuit against Caesars Entertainment, alleging that its Caesars Sportsbook platform accepted mobile sports wagers from within tribal reservation boundaries without authorization. The case was submitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York and centers on alleged violations of the Indian […]
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