Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Heather GartlandIllegal Online Casinos Face Nationwide Block in South Africa
Illegal online casinos targeting South African players could soon face a nationwide website block. The National Gambling Board is searching for a technology provider capable of identifying unlawful gambling sites, restricting access and tracking operators that return under new domains.

By: Richard JanvrinCould Massachusetts iLottery Slow Online Casino Legalization?
The launch of Massachusetts iLottery could make it more difficult for lawmakers to advance online casino legislation.

By: Paul SkidmoreMr Vegas backs Reading FC growth plans with shirt sponsorship deal
Mr Vegas will appear on Reading FC’s men’s first-team shirts during the 2026/27 season as part of a wider fan engagement partnership.

By: Paul SkidmoreFlutter to end London listing as gambling group shifts focus to New York
Flutter Entertainment will leave the London Stock Exchange in August, ending a listed history in the UK stretching back more than 25 years.

By: Grant MitchellGTA Online Diamond Casino Games Suddenly Blocked in Australia
Diamond Casino allowed users to play blackjack, slot machines, poker, and roulette. It also had an Inside Track horse racing mode and a free-to-spin lucky wheel.

By: Paul SkidmoreSimon Cox appointed new chair of British Horseracing Authority
Racehorse owner-breeder and former Molson Coors executive Simon Cox will become chair of the British Horseracing Authority in October.

By: Paul SkidmoreItaly Shuts Illegal Betting Centres As UK Targets Gambling Dens
Two illegal betting centres have been closed in Sicily, with terminals seized and administrative fines exceeding €20,000 issued.

By: Paul SkidmoreEight Arrested As Doncaster Authorities Raid Illegal Gambling Dens
Two unlicensed gambling venues in Doncaster city centre have been raided, with eight arrests made and almost £9,000 seized.
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By: Paul SkidmoreEvolution Risked Licence Suspension Following Serious AML Failings
Evolution’s AML and supply-chain failings were serious enough for the Gambling Commission to consider suspending its UK licence.

By: Paul SkidmoreDrawHouse warns VAT shift could cut prize draw operator margins by 30%
DrawHouse says HMRC's VAT stance on paid prize draw entries could significantly reduce margins and leave operators facing historic tax bills.