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By: Lucas DunnEvoke Considers Major UK Shop Closures Over Proposed Gambling Tax Hike
Evoke plc, which owns William Hill, 888, and Mr Green, is preparing to close 9-15% of its 1,300 UK betting shops, potentially affecting 1,500 jobs.
Oct 15, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnCuracao Gaming Authority in Crisis as Full Board Quits and PM Assumes Control
PM Gilmar Pisas assumes leadership of the Curacao Gaming Authority amid the entire board's resignation, casting doubt on long-awaited reforms.
Oct 14, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnAllwyn and OPAP €16 Billion Merger Creates Global Lottery Powerhouse
Both companies’ boards of directors approve the merger, which consolidates assets into a multinational entity listed on the Athens Stock Exchange.
Oct 14, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnThailand Advances First Gaming Law to Regulate Gambling-Like Features
If enacted, the new law will enable the Cyber Crime Bureau to suspend unregistered games and conduct safety, fairness, and transparency audits.
Oct 08, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnMacau Casino Revenue Hits MOP5.5B Record in October, Boosted by Golden Week
Macau casinos hit MOP5.5 billion thanks to Golden Week, with 790,000 visitors in the first five days, topping tourism authorities’ forecast of 750,000.
Oct 07, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnIndia Announced Draft Framework to Regulate Online Gaming Sector
Following the real money gaming ban in August, India has drafted a new set of rules open to public consultation until October 31, 2025.
Oct 07, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnRAK Launches Billion-Dirham Highway to Connect Landmark Casino Resort with Dubai
Ras Al Khaimah commits over AED1 billion to Wynn Boulevard, a new road project meant to connect Wynn Al Marjan with Dubai and other emirates.
Oct 03, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnMacau’s September Casino Earnings Climb 6% YoY Despite Typhoon Disruptions
September’s gaming revenue in Macau rose 6% YoY to MOP18.29B, down MOP3.86 billion from August’s post-pandemic high of MOP22.16 billion.
Oct 02, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnGreece to Enforce Automatic Online Gambling Restrictions for Under-18s
Greece will become the first EU nation to automatically restrict under-18s from gambling and tobacco platforms and under-15s from social media.
Sep 30, 2025
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By: Lucas DunnLatvia Accelerates Gambling Tax Hike and Restructures Regulatory Oversight
Latvia includes gambling tax increases up to 18% in the 2026 budget and merges the sector’s regulator with the government’s tax administration.
Sep 25, 2025
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