Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

ziv chenBy: Ziv Chen

Cash or Crash? Monmouth University Researchers Ask Whether There’s a Smart Way to Beat Crash Games in Online Casinos

The aim of the Monmouth University was to answer a simple question: Is there a smart way to play crash games and turn the odds in the player’s favor?
A person holds a smartphone in one hand, illustrating how players may use PAGCOR's planned app to verify licensed online gaming platforms.
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

PAGCOR Targets December 2026 Launch for Verification App

PAGCOR aims to launch a mobile app in December 2026 to help players spot illegal operators, pending a proof-of-concept review by tech partner DCI.
By: Paul Skidmore

Flutter Plans Up to 1,400 Job Cuts After UK Tax Rises

Flutter has announced plans to cut up to 1,400 jobs across its UK and Ireland operations, blaming higher gambling taxes for the restructuring.
By: Paul Skidmore

Ninety Labour MPs push Machine Games Duty rise as BGC fights back

Ninety Labour MPs have urged the Chancellor to increase Machine Games Duty on Category B machines, prompting a sharp response from the Betting and Gaming Council before next week’s Budget.
By: Paul Skidmore

Comoros seeks UK help over disputed Anjouan gambling licences

Comoros has challenged the authority behind Anjouan’s offshore licensing regime, raising questions about its credentials. For British players, however, the requirement for a Gambling Commission licence remains unchanged.
Hands typing on a laptop keyboard beside a smartphone, coffee mug and notebook, illustrating online betting in Brazil
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Brazil Betting Ban May Send R$25B to Unlicensed Operators

A new IBIA briefing estimates Brazil's betting ban could drive about R$25 billion in yearly wagering to unlicensed operators, hurting player protection.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

AFL Orders Sportsbet to Remove AI-Generated Player Videos

Sportsbet has removed AI-generated videos featuring AFL players after concerns were raised about consent and commercial image rights. The dispute comes as Australia prepares for tighter gambling advertising restrictions.
Person typing on a laptop displaying the word research, illustrating iGaming Ontario's problem gambling study
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

iGaming Ontario Withheld Its Own Problem Gambling Study

Records obtained by the Toronto Star show iGaming Ontario kept a pre-launch problem gambling study private after it found higher-than-expected rates.
BetMGM, McDavid Extend RG Partnership
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

BetMGM, Connor McDavid Renew Responsible Gaming Partnership

McDavid’s promotion of these tools in a Dec. 2025 “Mullet Over” campaign contributed to a 27% year-over-year increase in accounts with deposit limits.
Adelson Donated $25M to Trump
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

Casino Tycoon Donated $25 Million to Trump’s Ballroom

While it might be life-changing money to some, Adelson donated a ho-hum $25 million to Trump’s ballroom project through the Adelson Family Foundation.