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Sweden’s Gambling Market Sees Modest Growth in 2024 Amid Online Surge

February 21, 2025

Sweden, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Economy/Finance, Online Gambling News, Financial Press Releases

Sweden's gambling sector experienced a modest year-on-year growth of 2.65% in 2024, with the total revenue reaching SEK27.85 billion, outpacing the SEK27.13 billion recorded in the previous year. This growth wa...

Churchill Downs Unveils $1B Expansion Ahead of 154th Kentucky Derby

Vanja Mitic

February 21, 2025

U.S.A., Casino Destinations, Casino News, Latest Casino and Gambling News, North America Casino News, World Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Casino project updates, Kentucky

In a pivotal moment for Churchill Downs, home of the famed Kentucky Derby, a sweeping series of renovations and expansions has been announced, marking the most ambitious modernization in the venue’s 150-year hi...

AGA and SPGA Clash Over Sweepstakes Casino Legality and Regulation

Vanja Mitic

February 21, 2025

U.S.A., Online gaming software, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, Online gambling regulation, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Online Gambling News, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

Amidst a backdrop of growing scrutiny and regulatory pushback, the sweepstakes casino sector has become a battleground for industry giants, exemplifying broader challenges in U.S. gambling regulation. The Ameri...

Denmark Intensifies Efforts to Promote Responsible Gambling Among Youth

Vanja Mitic

February 20, 2025

Denmark, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Industry News, Online Gambling News

In a proactive move to curb problem gambling among its youth, the Danish Gambling Authority has unveiled a targeted campaign to promote the ROFUS self-exclusion scheme. This initiative arrives amid growing conc...

Turbulence at Entain: Key Executives Exit Amid Legal Challenges

Vanja Mitic

February 20, 2025

Australia, Latest Casino and Gambling News, New Zealand, Gaming Industry News, Money Laundering, Employment & Careers, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

At a critical juncture for one of Australia’s gambling powerhouses, Entain, the departure of several top executives has coincided with intense legal scrutiny from national regulators. Lachlan Fitt, the Deputy C...

Indianapolis Eyes Potential Casino Development in Downtown Area

Vanja Mitic

February 20, 2025

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In a notable shift from previous resistance, discussions about introducing a casino to downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, are gaining momentum within the Indiana General Assembly. The debate centers around Senate ...

U.S. Gaming Industry Sets New Revenue Records in 2024

Vanja Mitic

February 20, 2025

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The U.S. gaming industry marked a monumental year in 2024, with revenues climbing to an unprecedented $71.92 billion, as reported by the American Gaming Association (AGA). This figure not only surpasses the pre...

PlayStar Enhances Strategic Direction with New Advisory Board

Vanja Mitic

February 19, 2025

Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Employment & Careers, Licensed online casinos in USA, Online Gambling News, New Jersey

PlayStar, a prominent player in New Jersey's online casino market, has taken a significant step to cement its position and foster expansion by establishing a new Advisory Board. This strategic move is designed ...

Phil Hellmuth Opts Out of WSOP Main Event Citing Endurance Concerns

Vanja Mitic

February 19, 2025

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In a surprising turn of events that has rippled through the poker community, Phil Hellmuth, a venerable figure in the world of poker, has declared his intention to skip the upcoming 2025 World Series of Poker (...

Network Ten Breaches Gambling Ad Rules During Australian F1 Grand Prix

Vanja Mitic

February 19, 2025

Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, Australia, Unsavory reports, Gaming Industry News, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

Network Ten, an Australian television broadcaster, has recently come under scrutiny after it was discovered that gambling advertisements were improperly aired during the broadcast of the 2024 Australian Formula...

Wales Set to Enact Groundbreaking Ban on Greyhound Racing Amidst Wide Support

Vanja Mitic

February 19, 2025

Greyhound Racing, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, Gaming Industry News, United Kingdom

In a significant policy shift, the Welsh government has declared its intention to outlaw greyhound racing, positioning itself as the first nation within the UK to enforce such a prohibition. This decision was m...

Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments Gets Nod for First Casino in Timor-Leste

Vanja Mitic

February 18, 2025

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Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments (APSI), a Catalist-listed company, has entered into two significant agreements with the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste government to kickstart substantial economic venture...

Shift in Strategy: Churchill Downs Ends In-Person Sports Betting Amid Mobile Dominance

Vanja Mitic

February 18, 2025

Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Licensed online casinos in USA, Horse Racing, Sports betting, Kentucky

Churchill Downs, the iconic Louisville racetrack known for the Kentucky Derby, has announced the closure of its in-person sportsbook operations, pivoting away from retail betting in the face of overwhelming mob...

Thailand’s Casino Gambit: Stringent Entry Requirements Set

Vanja Mitic

February 18, 2025

Gaming Law & Legislation, Casino Destinations, Casino News, Latest Casino and Gambling News, World Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Thailand

In an ambitious move to carve out a significant niche in the global gaming market, Thailand has introduced stringent entry criteria for local residents wishing to access its upcoming casinos. Under new draft re...

Poker Pro Ali Imsirovic Banned from Champions Club Event

Vanja Mitic

February 18, 2025

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The poker landscape shifted dramatically at the $1,500 Champions Club Winter Poker Open Main Event in Houston, Texas. Former poker luminary Ali Imsirovic, known for his high-stakes prowess, was ousted and barre...

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Sweden’s Gambling Market Sees Modest Growth in 2024 Amid Online Surge

Churchill Downs Unveils $1B Expansion Ahead of 154th Kentucky Derby

Denmark Intensifies Efforts to Promote Responsible Gambling Among Youth

Turbulence at Entain: Key Executives Exit Amid Legal Challenges

Indianapolis Eyes Potential Casino Development in Downtown Area

U.S. Gaming Industry Sets New Revenue Records in 2024

PlayStar Enhances Strategic Direction with New Advisory Board

Phil Hellmuth Opts Out of WSOP Main Event Citing Endurance Concerns

Network Ten Breaches Gambling Ad Rules During Australian F1 Grand Prix

Wales Set to Enact Groundbreaking Ban on Greyhound Racing Amidst Wide Support

Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments Gets Nod for First Casino in Timor-Leste

Shift in Strategy: Churchill Downs Ends In-Person Sports Betting Amid Mobile Dominance

Thailand’s Casino Gambit: Stringent Entry Requirements Set

Poker Pro Ali Imsirovic Banned from Champions Club Event

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