Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

By: Paul Skidmore

Flutter to end London listing as gambling group shifts focus to New York

Flutter Entertainment will leave the London Stock Exchange in August, ending a listed history in the UK stretching back more than 25 years.
GTA Online Casino Blocked in Australia
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

GTA Online Diamond Casino Games Suddenly Blocked in Australia

Diamond Casino allowed users to play blackjack, slot machines, poker, and roulette. It also had an Inside Track horse racing mode and a free-to-spin lucky wheel.
By: Paul Skidmore

Simon Cox appointed new chair of British Horseracing Authority

Racehorse owner-breeder and former Molson Coors executive Simon Cox will become chair of the British Horseracing Authority in October.
By: Paul Skidmore

Italy Shuts Illegal Betting Centres As UK Targets Gambling Dens

Two illegal betting centres have been closed in Sicily, with terminals seized and administrative fines exceeding €20,000 issued.
By: Paul Skidmore

Eight Arrested As Doncaster Authorities Raid Illegal Gambling Dens

Two unlicensed gambling venues in Doncaster city centre have been raided, with eight arrests made and almost £9,000 seized.
By: Paul Skidmore

Evolution Risked Licence Suspension Following Serious AML Failings

Evolution’s AML and supply-chain failings were serious enough for the Gambling Commission to consider suspending its UK licence.
By: Paul Skidmore

DrawHouse warns VAT shift could cut prize draw operator margins by 30%

DrawHouse says HMRC's VAT stance on paid prize draw entries could significantly reduce margins and leave operators facing historic tax bills.
By: Paul Skidmore

Public Health Wales launches £1.4m gambling harms prevention fund

Public Health Wales has announced a new £1.4m funding programme supporting charities and community organisations working to prevent gambling-related harms across Wales.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Australian Politicians Push for Tougher Gambling Advertising Ban

Australian politicians are stepping up calls for tougher gambling advertising laws, arguing the Federal Government's proposed reforms fall short of what is needed to reduce gambling harm. The growing debate could shape the future of betting advertising across television, online platforms and live sport.
New Jersey Launches 30th Online Casino Skin
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

New Jersey, Caesars Launch 30th Online Casino Platform "Vegas Club Casino"

The NJDGE reported that its online casino operators generated $271 million in revenue during June, up 17.5 percent year-over-year.