Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul Skidmore

White label gambling deals face UK football sponsorship test

White label gambling deals may avoid a direct ban, but UK consultation leaves uncertainty over football sponsorships.
Australia Reveals Gambling Ad Restrictions
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Australia Reveals Stringent Gambling Advertising Protocols, To Go Into Effect in 2027

They do not represent a complete ban, but they represent significant changes to a country that has struggled to manage the mounting losses of its consumers.
Laptop displaying Alberta iGaming with casino chips, dice, cash, and a gavel on a table
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Alberta's iGaming Market Launches July 13 with New Regulations

Alberta's regulated iGaming market goes live on July 13, under new government oversight aimed at generating $700M in annual revenue.
By: Paul Skidmore

GamCare boosted by independence approval before levy decision

GamCare gains CQC independence approval as it awaits a crucial decision on funding under the UK’s new statutory gambling levy.
Mark Cuban Regrets Selling Mavericks to Adelson
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Mark Cuban Regrets Selling Mavericks to Casino Tycoon Miriam Adelson

Adelson and her family have attempted to use their new positions in Texas to strong-arm legislators into supporting their gambling enterprise.
Tom Brady Discusses Being Involved With Junk Food Endorsements and Ads
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Tom Brady Discusses Being Involved With Junk Food Endorsements and Ads

Tom Brady discusses taking on roles in junk-food ads despite his reputation for a health-drive lifestyle and brands.
usy street with heavy motorbike traffic in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Vietnam's Gaming Policy Shift: Regulation, Demand, and Market Reality

Vietnam is easing gaming restrictions to boost visitation and oversight, but weak local demand reveals a gap between policy goals and market reality.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

New Zealand Online Casino Bill Reaches Final Stage Before Market Launch

New Zealand’s online casino legislation has reached its final stage, bringing the country closer to launching a regulated online gambling market.
By: Paul Skidmore

Gambling tax pressure reshapes operator marketing strategies

Rising taxes are forcing operators to cut marketing spend, with long-term implications for competition and player acquisition.
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Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Gamehost to Be Acquired by Pure Casino in $200M Deal

Pure Casino will acquire Gamehost in a $200 million deal set to close in mid-2026, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.