UK launches largest independent gambling harms research centre
The new GHR-UK Evidence Centre will oversee gambling harms research funded through the statutory levy.
Spirit Airlines Planes Repossessed Following Shutdown
Dozens of former Spirit Airlines planes are now being ferried to storage sites in Arizona.
South Africa Considers National Online Betting Tax
South Africa’s Treasury is weighing a new tax on online betting revenue, with policymakers positioning the move as part of a broader response to gambling-related harm.
Australian Health Leaders Criticise New Gambling Reforms
Health leaders in South Australia say Australia’s newly announced gambling reforms fall short of delivering the protections needed to reduce gambling harm.
Oklahoma Congress Overrides Gov.’s Anti-Sweepstakes Casino Veto
Anyone who is found guilty of conducting or facilitating online sweepstakes casino business may be punished with Class 2 felony charges.
Starbucks to Lay Off 300 More Corporate Employees Amid Ongoing Turnaround
Starbucks is continuing its corporate restructuring with another 300 job cuts and regional office closures.
NZ Moves Closer to Online Casino Licence Auction
New Zealand is preparing for the next stage of online casino regulation, with expressions of interest expected to open in July 2026.
Ontario Launches BetGuard to Protect Online Gamblers
iGaming Ontario has launched BetGuard, a single-step self-exclusion tool covering all 82 regulated gambling sites. Here's what players and operators need to know.
Oklahoma Gov. Surprisingly Vetoes Proposed Sweepstakes Casino Ban
Anyone found guilty of conducting or facilitating operations would have been punishable with Class 2 felony offense charges, including fines and up to 30 days in jail.
Isle of Man gambling legislation amendments clear final parliamentary hurdle
The Isle of Man has approved sweeping gambling law reforms introducing civil penalties and tougher operator checks.