GAMBLING 9/35

Jun 254 min read

Whitepaper Highlights National Security Threats from Illegal Gambling in India

A comprehensive whitepaper on illegal gambling and betting in India has revealed a troubling connection between illegal gambling...

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Washington Court Rules High 5 Games' Social Casino Apps Illegal, Orders Damages

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Jun 212 min read

Washington Court Rules High 5 Games' Social Casino Apps Illegal, Orders Damages

A federal judge in Washington state has ruled that two social casino apps operated by New York-based High 5 Games are illegal under state...

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PAGCOR Chairman Discusses Potential Casino Expansion Beyond Metro Manila

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Jun 202 min read

PAGCOR Chairman Discusses Potential Casino Expansion Beyond Metro Manila

Alejandro H. Tengco, Chairman of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has stated that the current number of...

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Philippine Inland Gaming Operators (PIGOs) Continue Expansion with 44 Authorized Service Providers

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Jun 192 min read

Philippine Inland Gaming Operators (PIGOs) Continue Expansion with 44 Authorized Service Providers

Philippine Inland Gaming Operators (PIGOs) are on the rise, with the nation’s gaming regulator reporting 44 service providers authorized...

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Entain Investors Pursue £100m Compensation in Turkish Corruption Scandal

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Jun 182 min read

Entain Investors Pursue £100m Compensation in Turkish Corruption Scandal

A group of investors is preparing to file a claim against Entain, alleging that the company failed to inform them of historical offences...

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The Pre-Regulated Playing Field: An In-Depth Look at Anjouan’s Online Gambling Jurisdiction in 2024

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Jun 174 min read

The Pre-Regulated Playing Field: An In-Depth Look at Anjouan’s Online Gambling Jurisdiction in 2024

We delve into existing and emerging grey market licensing jurisdictions to compare what they offer to the online gambling industry. This...

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Illinois Approves Significant Tax Increase for Sports Betting Operators

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Jun 142 min read

Illinois Approves Significant Tax Increase for Sports Betting Operators

Illinois has sanctioned a substantial tax hike targeting sports betting operators, aimed at bolstering state tax revenues amidst...

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Australian Government Bans Credit Cards and Digital Currencies for Online Betting

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Jun 142 min read

Australian Government Bans Credit Cards and Digital Currencies for Online Betting

In a bid to mitigate financial risk and promote responsible gambling, the Australian government has enforced a ban on the use of credit...

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Hellenic Gaming Association Intensifies Efforts Against Illegal Online Gambling

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Jun 132 min read

Hellenic Gaming Association Intensifies Efforts Against Illegal Online Gambling

The Hellenic Gaming Association (HGA) is ramping up its efforts to combat the rampant issue of illegal internet gambling, which has...

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Gambling Addiction on the Rise: America and Kenya Face Sobering Statistics

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Jun 123 min read

Gambling Addiction on the Rise: America and Kenya Face Sobering Statistics

A website that provides insights on gambling in America presents some alarming statistics. According to QuitGamble.com’s Gambling...

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NBA Betting Scandal: Two More Arrested, Details Emerge on Conspiracy Involving Former Raptors Player

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Jun 112 min read

NBA Betting Scandal: Two More Arrested, Details Emerge on Conspiracy Involving Former Raptors Player

On Thursday morning, the US Attorney's office for the Eastern District of New York announced that two more individuals were arrested and...

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Philippines Aims to Exit Money Laundering Grey List

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Jun 112 min read

Philippines Aims to Exit Money Laundering Grey List

The Philippines is currently on the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) anti-money laundering grey list, signaling weaknesses in the...

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Singapore Money Laundering Case Raises Concerns Over Online Gaming Proceeds, Says Lawyer

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Jun 112 min read

Singapore Money Laundering Case Raises Concerns Over Online Gaming Proceeds, Says Lawyer

A recent high-profile money laundering case in Singapore has prompted discussions on the potential legal implications for licensed gaming...

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SkyCity to Pay $70 Million in Penalties Following Anti-Money Laundering Failures at Adelaide Casino

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Jun 102 min read

SkyCity to Pay $70 Million in Penalties Following Anti-Money Laundering Failures at Adelaide Casino

SkyCity is set to pay $70 million in penalties and legal costs after a series of anti-money laundering (AML) failures at its Adelaide...

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UAE Set to Become Premier Gaming Destination: Insights from CBRE Institutional Research

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Jun 72 min read

UAE Set to Become Premier Gaming Destination: Insights from CBRE Institutional Research

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is emerging as a promising domain for gaming aficionados and astute investors alike, according to CBRE...

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Ippei Mizuhara Admits to Stealing $17 Million from Shohei Ohtani to Cover Gambling Debts

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Jun 64 min read

Ippei Mizuhara Admits to Stealing $17 Million from Shohei Ohtani to Cover Gambling Debts

On Tuesday morning, former Shohei Ohtani interpreter Ippei Mizuhara pled guilty to two federal counts of stealing $17 million from...

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Montenegro's New Gambling Law Bans Electronic Payments, Raising Global Concerns

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Jun 53 min read

Montenegro's New Gambling Law Bans Electronic Payments, Raising Global Concerns

In a move that has raised eyebrows across the global financial community, including the European betting and iGaming sectors, Montenegro...

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Insights from Aideen Short on Future Developments for Curaçao Gaming Control Board

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Jun 42 min read

Insights from Aideen Short on Future Developments for Curaçao Gaming Control Board

Following her participation in the CasinoBeats Summit, Aideen Short, an advisor to the Curaçao Gaming Control Board, shared her...

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OPAP Sees Revenue Rise Driven by Online Casino and Lottery Growth

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Jun 32 min read

OPAP Sees Revenue Rise Driven by Online Casino and Lottery Growth

OPAP's online casino business propelled its revenue up by 4.2% year-on-year to €549.7m (£467.5m/$593.3m), with the Greek gambling group...

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UK General Election Raises Concerns Over Implementation of Gambling Act White Paper Policies

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May 313 min read

UK General Election Raises Concerns Over Implementation of Gambling Act White Paper Policies

As the UK braces for a general election on 4 July, questions are surfacing about the potential impact on the timeline for implementing...

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