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Cybersecurity threats facing the iGaming sector have “grown and changed shape”, with AI-driven attacks, identity abuse and supply-chain risks now replacing traditional fraud concerns.

A new study suggests that young men who already drink heavily may be more likely to binge drink when engaging with online sports betting, raising fresh questions about the wider social impacts of gambling apps.

Former Chelsea and Real Madrid star Eden Hazard is reportedly under investigation by Belgium’s gambling regulator after signing a new ambassador deal with online casino brand Stake.

A UK travel agent has been sentenced to three years in prison after defrauding her employer of nearly £500,000 over a 20-month period, with part of the stolen money spent on online gambling.

Classic-winning racehorse owner Alan Spence told the High Court that gambling debts of around £800,000 should be void because the bets were allegedly placed with an illegal bookmaker.

Rachel Grady said depression and the “buzz” of gambling pulled her into addiction during 2020, leaving her with £40,000 of debt before she rebuilt her finances through online clothes reselling.

A man from Bedfordshire who lost more than £250,000 through gambling has spoken publicly about his addiction after completing residential treatment with gambling harm charity Gordon Moody.

As more European countries regulate online gambling, many are looking to the UK’s regulatory framework for guidance. The Gambling Commission’s approach to enforcement and consumer protection is increasingly influencing how operators build platforms and manage risk across the continent.

Evoke has launched a strategic review as new UK gambling tax increases and rising debt put pressure on the business. Analysts suggest a private equity takeover or asset sales could be among the operator’s possible options.

Entain has reported a £681m loss for 2025 after recording a significant impairment charge linked to UK gambling tax changes announced in the government’s November Budget. Despite the loss, the company said underlying revenue continued to grow.