Casino and gambling Industry News & Business Insights

Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

South Africa Launches New Gambling Task Force as Crackdown Begins in Limpopo

South Africa's newly established Illegal Gambling Task Team has carried out its first enforcement operations, arresting 13 people and inspecting five suspected illegal gambling sites in Limpopo. The coordinated action signals a tougher national approach to illegal gambling, with similar operations expected to be rolled out across all nine provinces.
Trump Media Scraps Truth Predict Launch, Opts for Crypto.com Marketing Deal
Richard JanvrinBy: Richard Janvrin

Trump Media Scraps Truth Predict Launch, Opts for Crypto.com Marketing Deal

Trump Media is no longer launching Truth Predict on Truth Social, instead opting for a marketing agreement that directs users to Crypto.com.
Heather GartlandBy: Heather Gartland

Yggdrasil Expands South African Reach with Two New Casino Deals

Casino games supplier Yggdrasil has expanded its presence in South Africa after launching its content with Lucky Fish and Bet Set Win. The two new partnerships take Yggdrasil's reach to more than 30 operators in the country as the supplier continues to target growth in the South African regulated gambling market.
By: Paul Skidmore

Burnham to scrap ‘aim to permit’ rule for betting shops amid closures

Councils will gain greater control over new betting shops and adult gaming centres as part of reforms aimed at revitalising high streets.
By: Paul Skidmore

Vicky Foxcroft appointed gambling minister following DCMS reshuffle

The Labour MP has previously supported restrictions on gambling advertising, credit card betting and the expansion of high-street venues.
By: Paul Skidmore

Gambling Commission Warns Poor ID Checks Undermined FRA Pilot

Inaccurate names and addresses prevented some high-spending customers from receiving frictionless financial risk assessments.
By: Paul Skidmore

Only 20% Of UK Prize Draw Operators Have Signed Voluntary Code

A new Rokker white paper reveals limited uptake of the prize draw voluntary code amid VAT uncertainty and increasing consolidation.
Greenbrier Will Temporarily Shut Casino
Grant MitchellBy: Grant Mitchell

The Greenbrier to Shut Down Casino, Cut Jobs Amid Refinancing Deal

The $500 million framework would wipe out substantial debt obligations owed by The Greenbrier and contribute to future improvements made to the facility.
Man entering a passcode on his smartphone, representing online gambling and iGaming activity in Alberta
Lucas DunnBy: Lucas Dunn

Alberta Directs iGaming Revenue to Gambling Addiction Help

Alberta is using iGaming revenue to fund new gambling addiction supports, adding to existing programs as the online betting market grows.
By: Paul Skidmore

Winvia and Aston Villa launch club-branded Villa Win prize draws

Winvia will use its BOTB technology to operate Villa Win, giving Aston Villa supporters access to regular club-themed prize draws and experiences.