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Oct 26, 20232 min read

Philippines Takes Steps to Exit FATF Grey List Amid Gaming Industry Scrutiny

Philippines President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. is taking steps to remove his country from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)...

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Netherlands Gaming Authority Reveals 2023 Gambling Market Scan with Key Insights

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Oct 25, 20232 min read

Netherlands Gaming Authority Reveals 2023 Gambling Market Scan with Key Insights

The Netherlands gaming authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has released its 2023 Gambling Market Scan, providing detailed information...

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Former Indonesian Governor Lukas Enembe Sentenced to Eight Years for Embezzlement and Bribery

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Oct 24, 20232 min read

Former Indonesian Governor Lukas Enembe Sentenced to Eight Years for Embezzlement and Bribery

Lukas Enembe, the former governor of Indonesia's Papua province, has been handed an eight-year prison sentence after being found guilty...

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Credit Suisse Faces Scrutiny in Singapore's Money Laundering Scandal

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Oct 23, 20232 min read

Credit Suisse Faces Scrutiny in Singapore's Money Laundering Scandal

Credit Suisse is currently entangled in a money laundering scandal unfolding in Singapore, as the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)...

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MGM's Cyberattack Fallout and Resilience

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Oct 20, 20232 min read

MGM's Cyberattack Fallout and Resilience

MGM Resorts International, a leading operator of Las Vegas Strip and regional casino hotels, found itself at the center of a...

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Italian Footballer Nicolò Fagioli Faces Suspension for Betting on Football Events

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Oct 19, 20232 min read

Italian Footballer Nicolò Fagioli Faces Suspension for Betting on Football Events

The Italian Federal Prosecutor's Office has taken action against Juventus footballer Nicolò Fagioli, imposing a notable seven-month...

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iGaming Report Highlights Regional Betting Trends

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Oct 18, 20232 min read

iGaming Report Highlights Regional Betting Trends

A recent report by iGaming company SOFTSWISS has unveiled significant variations in betting habits among players in Europe, Latin...

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UK Government Proposes New Levy on Online Gambling Companies for Addiction Support

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Oct 18, 20232 min read

UK Government Proposes New Levy on Online Gambling Companies for Addiction Support

The British government has announced plans to introduce a new levy on online gambling companies to raise funds for research, prevention,...

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MGM CEO Envisions Potential for Multiple Casinos in the United Arab Emirates

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Oct 17, 20232 min read

MGM CEO Envisions Potential for Multiple Casinos in the United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) may soon transition from its historical prohibition of casino gaming to potentially hosting up to four...

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Peru Approves Sports Betting and iGaming Regulations, Sets Strict Compliance Deadlines

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Oct 16, 20232 min read

Peru Approves Sports Betting and iGaming Regulations, Sets Strict Compliance Deadlines

Peru's Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) has officially approved the comprehensive regulations for sports betting and...

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Sportradar to Provide Technology Solutions for Taiwan Sports Lottery

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Oct 13, 20232 min read

Sportradar to Provide Technology Solutions for Taiwan Sports Lottery

Sportradar has secured a long-term contract to become the official technology and services solution provider for the Taiwan Sports...

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Illegal Betting in Southeast Asia: A Multibillion-Dollar Hub Funding Crime

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Oct 13, 20232 min read

Illegal Betting in Southeast Asia: A Multibillion-Dollar Hub Funding Crime

Illegal betting activities in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos, have been identified as major...

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Panda Interactive Files Lawsuits Against Genius Sports and Sportradar for Patent Infringement

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Oct 12, 20232 min read

Panda Interactive Files Lawsuits Against Genius Sports and Sportradar for Patent Infringement

Panda Interactive has initiated two separate lawsuits in the Texas Eastern District Court, accusing Genius Sports and Sportradar of...

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China and the Philippines Considering Collaboration to Tackle Illegal Gambling

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Oct 12, 20232 min read

China and the Philippines Considering Collaboration to Tackle Illegal Gambling

Despite ongoing disputes over the South China Sea, China and the Philippines are exploring the possibility of working together to combat...

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Deadly Shooting at Thai Cockfighting Ring Sparks Concerns Over Safety and Regulation

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Oct 11, 20232 min read

Deadly Shooting at Thai Cockfighting Ring Sparks Concerns Over Safety and Regulation

In an unexpected and tragic incident, a dispute over a wager at a licensed cockfighting ring in Thailand took a deadly turn, resulting in...

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Illegal Betting Market Poses "Nightmare" Threat, Says National Betting Authority President

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Oct 10, 20232 min read

Illegal Betting Market Poses "Nightmare" Threat, Says National Betting Authority President

In a stark warning, Ioanna Fiakkou, the president of the National Betting Authority, has described the size of the illegal betting market...

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Indian Authorities Confirm Non-Retrospective Application of GST on Online Gaming

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Oct 10, 20231 min read

Indian Authorities Confirm Non-Retrospective Application of GST on Online Gaming

Indian authorities have clarified that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) imposed on online gaming companies will not be applied...

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Thailand Explores Legalizing Gaming to Boost Economy

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Oct 9, 20233 min read

Thailand Explores Legalizing Gaming to Boost Economy

Fredric Gushin, President, and CEO of Spectrum Gaming Group, has shed light on the increasing interest of Thai government officials in...

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Oct 6, 20233 min read

Mexican online casino and sports betting brand Caliplay has launched legal proceedings

Mexican online casino and sports betting brand Caliplay has launched legal proceedings against Playtech in an effort to annul a...

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Playtech in Talks for Potential SKS365 Acquisition Amid Italian Gambling Market Expansion

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Oct 4, 20232 min read

Playtech in Talks for Potential SKS365 Acquisition Amid Italian Gambling Market Expansion

Playtech has officially confirmed that it is engaged in discussions regarding the potential acquisition of SKS365 Malta Holdings, an...

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