Australian TV shareholders urged to support gambling ad ban

In Australia, those supporting a ban on gambling ads are urging TV network shareholders to take a stand.

Veikkaus loses Finnish market share, expands internationally

Veikkaus announces strides in digital transformation and in international expansion despite facing a decline in gross gaming revenue.

BetMakers achieves almost €60 million revenue, cuts EBITDA loss for FY2024  

Australian firm BetMakers has reported a revenue of AUD95.2 million (€58.4 million) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. In a press release, the company attributes this performance to its ongoing global expansion efforts.

North Macedonia’s new government working to revise gambling laws

With a new government in power, North Macedonia has begun revising its gambling laws to adapt to the country's social and political complexities. Led by President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkov, the "Nationalist Allies" (VMRO-DPMNE) took control following their victory in May, marking a historic moment with the first woman to lead the Balkan nation since its independence in 1991.

Australia’s BetStop registers 28,300 users in its first year

A year ago, in August 2023, the national self-exclusion register BetStop was launched in Australia. Introduced by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), the program allows individuals to self-exclude from all licensed wagering providers in Australia for periods ranging from three months to a lifetime.

No more unlimited bets on UK slot machines as of today

No more unlimited bets as cap on UK slot machines is enforced today

ABBA to Trump: Just stop!

ABBA has demanded that former U.S. President Donald Trump stop using their music after unauthorised hits like "Money, Money, Money" and "Dancing Queen" were played at a rally in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Universal Music, representing ABBA, confirmed that no permission was granted for the use of their content and has requested immediate removal of the footage. This incident adds to a growing list of artists, including Céline Dion, who have taken action against the Trump campaign for using their music without authorisation.

Wicked Games acquires iLotto Solutions, enhancing product line with digital lotto

Wicked Games has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to acquire iLotto Solutions, a fast-growing iLottery provider. The acquisition, expected to close by Q4 2024 for an undisclosed sum, will bring iLotto Solutions to the new brand "Wicked Lotto", under the Wicked Games product line. This strategic move broadens Wicked Games' portfolio to include digital lotto and sports jackpot solutions as part of its upcoming product roadmap.

KSA cracks down on Stake ads at Formula 1 Zandvoort

The Dutch Gambling Authority (KSA) issued a  directive to Formula 1 and the Sauber racing team, prohibiting them from promoting the unlicensed gambling company Stake during last weekend’s Formula 1 event in Zandvoort. As Stake lacks the necessary licensing, KSA indicated that it is illegal for the company to offer gambling services in the Netherlands. Sauber competes as the Stake F1 Team in most international races and is sponsored by Stake, an international gambling provider.

Tashkent casino bust uncovers $900,000 in Illegal online gambling

Authorities in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, have detained 12 foreigners and 18 locals suspected of organising an illegal online gambling operation in an apartment in the Yakkasaray district of the capital. This was reported by Gazeta.uz, citing information from the city police press service.