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In a significant regulatory action, the UK's Gambling Commission has imposed a £95,450 fine on Merkur Slots UK. This penalty stems from the company's failure to adhere to social responsibility obligations after...

Aristocrat Leisure Restructures Social Gaming Operations and Sells Plarium

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February 13, 2025

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Aristocrat Leisure Limited has successfully completed the sale of Plarium Global Limited to Modern Times Group (MTG), marking a pivotal shift in its business strategy. Announced back in November 2024, this move...

Donald Trump Nominates Brian Quintenz as CFTC Chair in Key Regulatory Overhaul

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February 13, 2025

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Former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Brian Quintenz has been chosen by former President Donald Trump to head the federal commodities regulator. Quintenz, who previously served at the ...

Super Bowl 59: A Record-Breaking Event for Sportsbooks

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February 12, 2025

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Super Bowl 59 not only saw the Philadelphia Eagles clinching a spectacular victory over the Kansas City Chiefs with a score of 40-22, but it also set new milestones in the betting world. Both BetMGM Sportsbook ...

The Star Entertainment Declines Initial Bids for Brisbane Casino Stake

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February 10, 2025

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The Star Entertainment Group has turned down initial offers from Hong Kong-based partners, Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Limited (CTFE) and Far East Consortium International Limited (FEC), to purchase its 50% stake...

Bally’s Corporation Completes $4.6B Buyout by Standard General

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February 10, 2025

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Bally’s Corporation has officially completed its $4.6 billion acquisition by Standard General LP, its largest shareholder. As part of the agreement, Bally’s merged with The Queen Casino & Entertainment Inc....

Georgia Lawmakers Push for Sports Betting and Casino Legalization

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February 10, 2025

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Georgia lawmakers are once again pushing for legalized sports betting and casino gambling, with a newly introduced resolution that could allow voters to decide on the matter in 2026. Senate Resolution 131 (SR 1...

Ippei Mizuhara Sentenced for Stealing $17 Million from Shohei Ohtani to Fund Gambling Debts

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February 7, 2025

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Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, has been sentenced to 57 months in federal prison after admitting to stealing nearly $17 million from the baseball superstar. T...

Wynn Resorts Secures $2.4 Billion for Landmark Resort Development in UAE

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February 7, 2025

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Wynn Resorts has successfully secured a substantial $2.4 billion construction facility to fund the development of its much-anticipated Wynn Al Marjan Island, the first integrated resort to be built in the Unite...

BetMGM Eyes Positive EBITDA in 2025 After Challenging 2024 Year

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February 5, 2025

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In its Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) report, BetMGM LLC has reflected on a challenging yet pivotal year of investments and strategic shifts. The sports betting and iGaming operator, a joint venture between MGM Resort...

Ohio Governor Proposes Tax Hikes to Fund Stadiums and Youth Sports

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February 4, 2025

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has put forth a new budget proposal that could significantly alter the landscape of sports betting in Ohio, including a major tax hike on gambling operators. The proposed budget, total...

Jeju Dream Tower Sees Record Casino Revenue in January 2025

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February 4, 2025

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Will slots still dominate the market in 2025? What to expect of the Brazilian gambling market

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February 4, 2025

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Brazil is quickly becoming an iGaming hub with a huge population of tech-savvy people and sports lovers dominating the country. Well, looking at the dynamic market flooding that is all over the country, operato...

Florida Gaming Commission Targets Illegal Online Gambling Operators

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February 4, 2025

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The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) has taken decisive action against three overseas gambling operators accused of illegally running online sports betting, casino games, and horse racing operations acc...

Mississippi House Advances Bill to Legalize Mobile Sports Betting

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February 4, 2025

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In a significant move, the Mississippi House of Representatives voted on Monday to approve House Bill 1302, a proposal aimed at legalizing mobile sports betting in the state. The bill, which passed with overwhe...

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Merkur Slots UK Fined for Neglecting Duty of Care to Vulnerable Customer

Aristocrat Leisure Restructures Social Gaming Operations and Sells Plarium

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Super Bowl 59: A Record-Breaking Event for Sportsbooks

The Star Entertainment Declines Initial Bids for Brisbane Casino Stake

Bally’s Corporation Completes $4.6B Buyout by Standard General

Georgia Lawmakers Push for Sports Betting and Casino Legalization

Ippei Mizuhara Sentenced for Stealing $17 Million from Shohei Ohtani to Fund Gambling Debts

Wynn Resorts Secures $2.4 Billion for Landmark Resort Development in UAE

BetMGM Eyes Positive EBITDA in 2025 After Challenging 2024 Year

Ohio Governor Proposes Tax Hikes to Fund Stadiums and Youth Sports

Jeju Dream Tower Sees Record Casino Revenue in January 2025

Will slots still dominate the market in 2025? What to expect of the Brazilian gambling market

Florida Gaming Commission Targets Illegal Online Gambling Operators

Mississippi House Advances Bill to Legalize Mobile Sports Betting

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