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A landmark High Court case is examining whether Betfair failed to adequately protect a Leicester man whose gambling disorder contributed to his death.
Bally’s Intralot agrees £243m takeover of Evoke to create gaming giant
Bally’s Intralot has agreed a £243.1 million all-share acquisition of Evoke, the owner of William Hill and 888. The deal follows months of uncertainty for Evoke.
TaDa Gaming Expands South African Footprint Through Sunbet Partnership
TaDa Gaming has strengthened its position in South Africa after signing a content partnership with Sunbet. The agreement gives Sunbet players access to a selection of TaDa's popular slot titles while highlighting the growing importance of the African online gambling market.
Primm Family Partners With Terrible’s to Keep Casino, Businesses Open
Terrible’s operates slot machines at more than 200 locations, including grocery stores, gas stations, and casino properties, now including Primm.
bet365 Launches New Progressive Jackpot for Sports Bettors
While progressive jackpots are common on global iGaming platforms, they are not found at any prominent regulated sportsbooks.
DraftKings Ranked Top Sports Betting App in Latest Industry Report
DraftKings edged out FanDuel in a new product analysis of leading sportsbook apps.
Eli Manning's Firm Acquires Major Youth Sports Operator RCX Sports
The acquisition expands Eli Manning's involvement in youth sports and flag football initiatives.
UK court backs Spribe in Aviator legal dispute over crash game branding
Spribe has won an important procedural ruling in its ongoing legal dispute with Aviator LLC. A UK High Court judge rejected attempts to fast-track key ownership questions and ruled that previous Georgian court judgments must be considered.
UK gambling spend rises as World Cup expected to fuel betting activity
With the FIFA World Cup beginning this month, industry observers and support organisations are preparing for a further surge in betting activity.
Google Agrees to $920 Million Monthly Data Center Deal With SpaceX
The agreement highlights growing demand for AI computing infrastructure and data center capacity.
Casino Union Leader Calls for Banishment of Sports Event Contracts
Her belief is that sports event contracts are a form of unlicensed gambling, which is impermissible according to state regulations.
Evoke Agrees to £243 Million Acquisition by Bally's Intralot
The owner of William Hill UK and 888 has agreed to a takeover deal with Bally's Intralot.
South African Regulators Clarify Remote Gambling Server Rules
New guidance from South Africa's gambling authorities aims to clarify how remote gambling servers should be treated under existing regulatory frameworks.
Self-Excluded Woman Wins Jackpot, Gets Kicked Out of PA Casino
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) says that individuals on the self-excluded list are prohibited from receiving gambling winnings.
Bill Ackman Set to Earn $600 Million as Universal Music Investment Ends
Pershing Square's five-year investment in Universal Music is coming to an end after they rejected a $65 billion takeover deal proposal.
California Woman Wins $1.3 Million Casino Jackpot from $8 Bet
After confirming her jackpot, Sycuan extended a complimentary resort stay and a massage at Spa Ritual to round out her experience.
Women in Gaming Awards 2026 finalists revealed ahead of Savoy ceremony
The finalists for the Women in Gaming Diversity & Employee Wellbeing Awards 2026 have been announced. The winners will be crowned at London's Savoy Hotel on 12 June.
BGC appoints new director as UK gambling pressures intensify
Daniel Lindsay joins the BGC on a 12-month basis as the trade body continues to battle affordability checks and wider UK reforms.
Alberta iGaming: New Operators and Suppliers Sign Up
Alberta's iGaming market opens July 13, 2026. DAZN Bet and Inspired Entertainment are among the latest to secure registrations ahead of the regulated launch.
OLG Targets Players Under 25 With Deposit Limit Rule
OLG is requiring players under 25 to set deposit limits once they hit a $500 transaction threshold, as part of a data-driven responsible gambling push.
New Zealand Affiliate Gambling Ban Raises Industry Questions
New Zealand’s upcoming online casino framework includes a ban on affiliate marketing, creating uncertainty around how operators will attract players in the regulated market.
Research questions accuracy of Gambling Survey for Great Britain
Research presented at the UNLV Eadington Conference 2026 has challenged the reliability of the Gambling Survey for Great Britain, with analysis suggesting participation rates may be significantly overstated compared to operator records.
Bally’s Intralot CEO says UK consolidation is creating customer acquisition opportunities
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ASA orders removal of Oddschecker posts featuring Kane and Haaland
The regulator found that the football stars had strong appeal to under-18s and should not be used in gambling-related social media content.
Entain appoints Sheila Bangalore as independent director
Entain has strengthened its board with the appointment of industry veteran Sheila Bangalore as an independent non-executive director.
People Owner Bids for MGM Resorts, Deal Valued at $18 Billion
People, which already owns 26.1 percent of MGM Resorts, offered about 10.6 percent per share more than MGM’s current share value.
Universal Music Rejects Bill Ackman's $65 Billion Takeover Proposal
Universal Music's board determined Bill Ackman's offer significantly undervalued the company.
Tilman Fertitta to Acquire Caesars Entertainment in $5.7 Billion Deal
Caesars Entertainment shareholders are set to receive $31 per share under the proposed acquisition.
Australian Gambling Reform Critics Accuse Government of Delays
Fresh criticism has emerged over Australia’s approach to gambling reform, with campaigners arguing progress has been too slow despite ongoing concerns around online betting harm.
NZ Online Casino Reform Enters Crucial Implementation Phase
New Zealand’s online gambling reforms are moving from legislation into implementation as regulators prepare for licensing, enforcement, and market transition.
Disney Files FCC License Renewals Under Protest Amid DEI Investigation
Disney says the FCC's demand for early license renewals is unconstitutional and unprecedented.
Sun International Doubles Down on Digital Gambling Growth
South African casino giant Sun International is placing increasing emphasis on digital gambling as online betting and gaming continue reshaping the industry.