World News

By: Lucas DunnIndia’s Supreme Court Reviews CASC Petition on Gambling Apps Ban
Chief Justice B.R. Gavai led the bench hearing CASC’s petition urging ministries to align with the recently passed Online Gaming Act.

By: Lucas DunnSri Lanka Aims to Launch Gambling Regulatory Authority by June 2026
Sri Lanka’s GRA establishes unified regulation of land-based and online gambling amid rising taxes, with up to 70% of casino activity now digital.

By: Lucas DunnItaly to Cut Online Betting Platforms from 407 to 52 in Regulatory Shift
Under the new framework, 46 companies will hold 52 licenses and must remain compliant with ADM’s “one domain per license” regulation.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.

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.

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.