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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Says Disney TV License Review Has Nothing To Do With Kimmel Comments
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Says Disney TV License Review Has Nothing To Do With Kimmel Comments

Amid Disney's ABC TV stations' early license renewal, FCC Chair Brendan Carr denies it has anything to do with Jimmy Kimmel.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

PointsBet Canada Selects Bede Gaming for iGaming Platform

PointsBet Canada has launched a new iGaming platform powered by Bede Gaming, expanding its casino content and bonusing tools as it eyes growth beyond Ontario.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Kambi Wins 7-Province Canada Sportsbook Deal as Q1 Revenue Grows

Kambi Group has won a landmark multi-province sportsbook contract in Canada, covering seven provinces, while posting strong Q1 2026 results with revenue up 4.9%.
Packers Extend Oneida's Casino, Hotel Sponsorship
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Green Bay Packers Extend Casino, Hotel Partnership With Oneida Nation

Per the terms of the deal, Oneida Casino Hotel will enjoy enhanced advertising opportunities inside the stadium during game days.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Two London, Ontario Friends Claim Canada's Record $80.4M Lotto Max Win

Two longtime friends from London, Ontario, have split an $80.4M Lotto Max jackpot, the largest lottery payout in Canadian history.
By: Paul Skidmore

RTP transparency becomes key battleground for UK operators

Operators face growing pressure to clearly communicate RTP changes as transparency and consistency become key drivers of player trust.
By: Paul Skidmore

Horse racing strike planned over UK betting tax fears

British racing will stage a historic one-day strike in September, warning tax changes could damage the sport and wider economy.
By: Paul Skidmore

UKGC: VPN growth makes illegal gambling harder to track

UKGC says rising VPN use is obscuring illegal gambling activity, making it harder to measure market size and target enforcement effectively.
By: Paul Skidmore

FDJ rules out UK exit for Unibet amid turnaround plan

FDJ will not exit the UK with Unibet despite revenue declines and tax pressure, as it targets a turnaround within “some quarters”.

New Zealand Online Casino Gambling Bill Clears Final Hurdle

New Zealand has taken a major step toward regulated online casinos after the Online Casino Gambling Bill passed its third reading.