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Willemstad, Curacao
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Curacao Gaming Authority Under Investigation by OM Over Gambling Sector Misconduct

The probe follows board resignations that sparked leadership turmoil, as CGA oversight shifted to PM Pisas, removing the Finance Ministry’s control.
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Rodeo Horses and Riders
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas National Finals Rodeo Threatened by Horse Herpes Outbreak

Wrangler National Finals Rodeo is scheduled for December 4-13 in Vegas as EHV-1 cancels preliminary events and prompts more veterinary oversight.
Las Vegas
People Using Their Phones
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

EY Study Reveals Illegal Online Gambling in Spain Exceeds Previous Estimates

Spain’s unregulated online gambling sector generated €231 million in 2024, representing 16% of the legal market and dominated by high spenders.
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UK Parliament
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

UK Horseracing Tax Exemption Stands as Gambling Sector Faces Hike

OBR forecasts £1.1 billion revenue by 2031 from the tax hike but expects a 33% yield drop from lower demand and operators passing down taxes.
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A Roulette Wheel and Table
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Ontario iGaming Shatters Spending and Revenue Records in October

Ontario’s online gambling bets set a third straight monthly record with CAD9.25 billion in October, driven by casino games recording CAD7.9 billion.
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A Baccarat Table
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Las Vegas October Gaming Revenue Surges Despite Tourism’s 10th Monthly Drop

Las Vegas Strip’s October surge was fueled by VIP high-stakes baccarat play at luxury properties, generating $116.4 million, a 69% YoY increase.
Las Vegas
Slot machines in a Casino
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Big Time Gaming Releases White Rabbit 2 with Hold & Spin and Megapots

White Rabbit 2 upgrades the wonderland experience with up to 248,832 win ways, Hold & Spin mechanics, and Megapots of up to 88,888x the stake.
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Macau at Night
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau Satellite Casino Closures Accelerate with Fortuna’s Dec Exit Plans

Amid SJM satellite casino closures, Casino Fortuna will exit the market on Dec 10, as Ponte 16 closes on Nov 28 and Kam Pel Casino on Nov 30.
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A Street in Macau
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Macau’s October Tourist Arrivals Hit 3.47M, Marking 10.8% YoY Growth

Mainland Chinese tourists dominated Macau’s October arrivals (2.53 million), with 1.32 million using the Individual Visit Scheme, up 22.6% YoY.
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British Parliament
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

UK Lawmakers Push for Gaming Tax Overhaul Amid Rising Online Revenue

The broadly backed gaming tax hike faces some opposition, with critics warning of pricing out smaller firms as larger operators dominate.
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