Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Public Health Wales has announced a new £1.4m funding programme supporting charities and community organisations working to prevent gambling-related harms across Wales.

Australian politicians are stepping up calls for tougher gambling advertising laws, arguing the Federal Government's proposed reforms fall short of what is needed to reduce gambling harm. The growing debate could shape the future of betting advertising across television, online platforms and live sport.

The NJDGE reported that its online casino operators generated $271 million in revenue during June, up 17.5 percent year-over-year.

Prince George's County Council voted 8-0 to create a financing district for Sphere National Harbor, advancing the venue's tax incentive plan.

South Africa's gambling industry is renewing calls for modern online gambling laws as digital betting continues to grow. Industry leaders say updated regulation should focus on protecting players, improving compliance and cracking down on illegal offshore gambling operators.

At least 35% of gross gaming revenue from games of chance and historical horse racing must be allocated to rotating charities, with another 10% helping to fund public education.

Christchurch residents are being asked to weigh in on the future of pokie venues across the city as the Christchurch City Council reviews its Gambling and TAB Venues Policy for the first time in years. The consultation could help shape how gaming machines in pubs and clubs are managed for years to come.

Incentive Games has launched five casino titles with bet365 in Alberta, marking the operator's first content deal in the province.

A statewide poll found younger New Yorkers are far more likely to bet on sports and support online wagering than older residents.

Australian authorities have issued a warning over a growing wave of fake gambling websites, known as "scambling" sites, that imitate legitimate betting operators. The fraudulent platforms are designed to steal money, collect personal information and, in some cases, recruit victims into money laundering schemes.