Sweden’s gambling landscape continues to demonstrate the effectiveness of its regulatory framework, with new data from Spelinspektionen revealing that 85% of all gambling activity in 2024 occurred through properly licensed operators. While this represents a modest decline from the previous year’s 86%, industry experts view the figure as evidence that the country’s licensing system remains […]
Dutch Gaming Authority Tightens Grip on Online Operators with Mandatory Exit Plans
The Netherlands is raising the stakes for online gambling operators with sweeping licensing changes that will force companies to plan their own market departure before they can even stay in the game. Starting January 1, 2026, the Dutch Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) will implement revised licensing requirements that fundamentally reshape how operators prove their worthiness […]
Pennsylvania Gambling Revenue Hits Record $6.39B in 2024/25, Fueled by iGaming Surge
Pennsylvania’s gambling industry reached new heights in the 2024/25 fiscal year, generating $6.39 billion in total revenue, according to data from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). The figure marks a sharp rise from the $5.89 billion reported the year prior and sets a new state record. Revenue was up across nearly every vertical, including […]
NOVOLINE Expands Slots Portfolio Through Swintt Partnership
Partnership Brings New Titles to NOVOLINE.DE German online casino platform NOVOLINE.DE has broadened its content line-up after signing a new partnership with Swintt. The agreement will see NOVOLINE players gain access to a range of the supplier’s most popular titles, further strengthening the platform’s appeal in the competitive German iGaming market. As part of the […]
Relax Gaming Brings Hit Titles to Lottomart in New Content Deal
Relax Gaming has signed a new partnership with Lottomart that will see its portfolio of games rolled out on the operator’s platform. Flagship Titles Go Live Under the agreement, Lottomart players will soon gain access to popular releases including Money Train 4, Temple Tumble Megaways, and Beast Mode. More new titles are expected to follow […]
Illinois Bettors Now Paying the Price for State’s Tax Overhaul as Caesars Adds Per-Bet Fee
Starting September 1, Illinois sports bettors using Caesars Sportsbook will see a new 25-cent charge added to every online wager — a direct response to the state’s escalating tax burden on gambling operators. The move highlights a growing trend: as Illinois ramps up taxation on sportsbooks, the cost is being quietly shifted to players. A […]
Romania Blocks 30 Gambling Sites in Major Crackdown on Unlicensed Operators
Romania’s gambling regulator, ONJN, has blacklisted 30 gambling websites after finding they were operating without local licences. Internet providers now have 15 days to block access, redirecting visitors to an official ONJN page confirming the ban. The move is more than just shutting down a handful of rogue platforms. It’s a signal that enforcement in […]
Swintt Enters Austrian Market with win2day Partnership
Swintt has taken another step in its European expansion by securing a partnership with win2day, Austria’s licensed online casino and sports betting platform. The agreement will see Swintt introduce its Select, Premium, and Elysium Studios titles to Austrian players for the first time. Under the deal, win2day will select and certify the games it wishes […]
A Busy Few Weeks for Spinomenal
Spinomenal has had a packed month, delivering fresh titles and sealing a high-profile partnership that cements its presence in the UK market. Here’s a look at the company’s recent highlights. Partnership with Buzz Bingo Spinomenal struck a major deal with Buzz Bingo, the UK’s largest omni-channel bingo operator. Through this agreement, Buzz Bingo players now […]
DraftKings Drops Credit Card Deposits Nationwide Amid Regulatory Crackdown
DraftKings will no longer accept credit cards for deposits on its sportsbook and online casino platforms across the U.S., effective August 25. The company says the move is designed to protect users from financial pitfalls like high-interest rates and cash advance fees, while promoting safer ways to fund accounts. Customers will still be able to […]
