Betr Elevates PointsBet Offer, Pressures MIXI in Escalating Bidding War

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Australian wagering firm Betr Entertainment has intensified its efforts to acquire PointsBet, announcing an upgraded all-scrip offer that places a higher per-share value than the rival bid from MIXI Australia. ...

Georgia Lawmakers Reignite Long-Standing Gambling Legalization Debate

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Georgia legislators have once again opened the floor to discussions surrounding legalized gambling, reviving a long-running debate that has persisted for decades. On Monday, the newly established House Study Co...

Philippines’ Online Gaming Surges Past ₱114B, Now Dominates Industry Revenues

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The Philippine gaming industry saw a major shift in the first half of 2025 as the online gaming segment surged to unprecedented heights, surpassing traditional casino earnings for the first time. According to t...

Prime Sportsbook Goes Live in Kentucky, Extending U.S. Presence

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Prime Sportsbook has officially launched in Kentucky, marking its third online market in the United States and continuing its expansion amid fierce competition in the sports betting landscape. The New Jersey-ba...

Emmanuel Clase Placed on Paid Leave Amid MLB Gambling Inquiry

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Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has been placed on non-disciplinary paid leave through August 31 as part of an ongoing investigation by Major League Baseball into potential sports betting violations. ...

Joe Asher’s Boomer’s Sportsbook Approved in Nevada, Set to Debut August 1

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Nevada’s gaming landscape is set to welcome a new player next month as Boomer’s Sportsbook, the state’s only independent sportsbook, has received unanimous approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission. Headed by ...

ASA Bans Hollywoodbets Gambling Ad Over Underage Exposure on Esports Platform

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A promotional banner for gambling operator Hollywoodbets has been banned in the UK following a decision by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), which found the advertisement violated advertising codes by ...

California Tribes File Lawsuit Against Kalshi and Robinhood Over Sports Betting

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A coalition of three federally recognized California tribes has filed a federal lawsuit accusing prediction market operator Kalshi and trading platform Robinhood of facilitating illegal sports gambling that inf...

PointsBet Board Dismisses Betr Bid, Supports MIXI’s Cash Offer Amid VIP Revenue Worries

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Australian sportsbook operator PointsBet has once again declined a takeover proposal from rival Betr, pointing to concerns around the stability and risk profile of Betr’s revenue model. The company instead endo...

Cedar Crossing Casino in Cedar Rapids Clears Final Legal Obstacle in Iowa

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Construction of the highly anticipated Cedar Crossing Casino in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is officially moving forward, now that Riverside Casino has chosen not to pursue a final legal appeal. The announcement came e...