Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul SkidmoreGambling Commission delays decision on Financial Risk Assessments
The UK Gambling Commission has delayed its decision on Financial Risk Assessments after reviewing evidence gathered during the pilot scheme.

By: Paul SkidmoreGambling Commission extends deadline for deposit-limit rule changes
The Gambling Commission has delayed new deposit-limit requirements until September after operators requested more time.

By: Paul SkidmoreAustria heads towards online casino liberalisation under leaked draft law
Austria could open its online casino market to multiple operators under leaked reforms proposing strict licensing and player protection rules.

By: Grant MitchellFormer Senator and Casino Owner Pleading Guilty to Fraud Possibly in the Millions
The 64-year-old is reportedly ready to accept punishment for spending $255,000 on personal expenditures, court documents obtained by Concord Monitor show.

By: Grant MitchellVirginia Labeled a “Complex” Casino Market by Research Analysts
Katz claimed that iGaming legalization was not only a possibility, but a simple waiting game until lawmakers pass the necessary legislation.

By: Paul SkidmoreUK Illegal Gambling Taskforce Targets Black Market Payments and Advertising
The UK government has launched a new task force aimed at disrupting illegal gambling payments, advertising, and online operations.

By: Lucas DunnPAGCOR Sets July 31 Deadline for B2B Accreditation
PAGCOR has given B2B gaming providers until July 31, 2026, to complete accreditation or face system decommissioning and a full ban on servicing licensed operators.

By: Paul SkidmoreInverness and BetGoodwin Highlight Football Sponsorship Divide
Inverness Caledonian Thistle’s new BetGoodwin partnership underlines how lower-league clubs still depend on gambling sponsorship revenue.

By: Paul SkidmoreDragonBet Joins Autism in Racing for Great Big Ride 2026
DragonBet will match donations up to £5,000 as Autism in Racing prepares for this year’s Great Big Ride charity fundraiser.

By: Paul SkidmoreRecord engagement recorded during Safer Gambling Week 2025
The BGC reported a sharp rise in the use of safer gambling tools and messaging during Safer Gambling Week 2025.