Economy/Finance

Irish Gambling Regulator Advocates Bank Gambling Block Measures

Ireland’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRAI) is working closely with major banks to implement voluntary blocks on gambling-related transactions made with credit and debit cards. This initiative is part of a b...

Winna.com Secures $15M to Lead Crypto Casino Innovation

Winna.com, a crypto-focused gaming platform, has successfully raised $15 million in a seed funding round. This substantial investment aims to support the platform's ambitious growth plans and enhance its offeri...

U.S. Gaming Industry Hits Record $67B Revenue, Eyes Growth in 2025

The American Gaming Association (AGA) has reported unprecedented achievements for the U.S. commercial gaming sector in 2024, positioning the industry for further expansion in 2025. Total revenue is projected to...

Massachusetts Casinos and Sports Betting Generate Over $181 Million in November

Massachusetts casinos and sports betting operations combined for a significant financial milestone in November 2024, generating over $181 million in revenue. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission's latest report ...

Nevada Revokes Gaming License of Ex-MGM Executive Scott Sibella

In a rare move, the Nevada Gaming Commission revoked the gaming license of former MGM Grand and Resorts World Las Vegas executive Scott Sibella, concluding a highly publicized investigation into his role in com...

Italy Launches Nine-Year Online Gambling Licenses With €7M Fee and Comprehensive Reforms

Italy has unveiled its new licensing structure for online gambling, marking the first phase of a comprehensive reform of the gaming sector. Approved by the EU’s Official Journal, the nine-year licensing regime ...

New Jersey Internet Gambling and Sports Betting Hit Record Highs in November

New Jersey’s online gambling industry continued its remarkable upward trajectory in November 2024, setting new benchmarks across multiple sectors. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement reported that int...