New Zealand’s government has responded to mounting public pressure by rewriting part of its proposed Online Casino Gambling Bill. A key update will see 4% of offshore gambling revenue redirected to local sports clubs, community groups, and grassroots organizations — a move aimed at easing concerns over lost funding from traditional gambling sources like pokies, […]
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Sri Lanka Fast-Tracks Gambling Regulator as Online Casinos Slip Through the Cracks
Sri Lanka is gearing up to launch its Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) by mid-2026, aiming to bring much-needed order to its fragmented gambling sector. Backed by legislation passed in August, the GRA will take charge of both land-based casinos and the rapidly growing online gambling scene — a space that’s currently thriving without much oversight. […]
NCAA Set to Let Athletes Bet on Pro Sports — A Game-Changer for Betting Integrity
In a sharp policy shift, the NCAA Division I Administrative Committee has approved a proposal that would allow college athletes and athletic department staff to place bets on professional sports. If Divisions II and III sign off in their meetings this month, the rule could go into effect as early as November 1. Crucially, betting […]
NJ Online Casinos Fuel Gambling Revenue Growth as Sportsbooks Stumble
New Jersey’s gambling sector saw slight year-over-year growth in September, with revenue hitting $563.7 million — up just 1%. The real driver was online casino gaming, which offset steep losses in the sports betting space. Compared to August, total revenue dipped 12.2%, but the state is still on track for another strong year, thanks to […]
Caixa to Launch State-Backed Betting Platform in November, Targets R$2.5 Billion Revenue
Brazil’s state-owned bank Caixa Econômica Federal is gearing up to launch its own sports betting platform by the end of November, jumping into the regulated gambling market with three new brands: Betcaixa, Megabet, and Xbet Caixa. This move marks the bank’s first venture into online gaming and fixed-odds sports betting—territory long dominated by private operators. […]
Austria Edges Toward Online Casino Reform as Pressure Mounts to Ditch State Monopoly
Austria’s long-standing online gambling monopoly could be nearing its end. The Austrian Association for Betting and Gambling (OVWG) is renewing its push for a shift to a licensing model, arguing the market is ready—and that continuing the status quo leaves both players and the state shortchanged. With Finland on track to open its market in […]
Danish Gambling Revenue Surges in September as Sports Betting and Online Casinos Lead the Way
Denmark’s gambling regulator, Spillemyndigheden, has released its September 2025 figures, revealing another month of strong growth across the market. Total gaming revenue hit KR 714 million ($111.1 million), marking a 25.1% increase year-on-year. Sports betting continued its impressive climb, soaring 53.4% from last year to KR 225 million, helped by major sporting events and a […]
Entain Q3 2025: Online Surge Fuels Steady Growth and Keeps Full-Year Outlook on Track
Entain’s third-quarter 2025 results reveal continued momentum, with the operator posting a 6% year-on-year rise in net gaming revenue (NGR). That figure keeps the company on course for its full-year target of 7% growth, driven primarily by online activity. Digital remains the star performer, powering group NGR up 7% so far this year—or 3% when […]
Splash Sports Raises $14.5M to Bring Real-Money Contests to More Sports Fans Across North America
Social gaming company Splash Sports has landed a fresh $14.5 million Series B funding round, giving the peer-to-peer platform the firepower to grow its reach across the U.S. and Canada. The round was led by Dream Ventures and backed by several other investors, including Boston Seed Capital, Velvet Sea Ventures, and Evolution Partners. The goal? […]
Unibet Faces €75 Million Dutch Class Action Over Pre-Licence Gambling Activity
Unibet Netherlands is facing a €75 million collective compensation claim from Dutch consumer organisation Dynamiet, which is representing around 2,500 players. The lawsuit targets Kindred Group, Unibet’s parent company, and its former subsidiary Risepoint, accusing them of facilitating illegal online gambling before the Netherlands’ Remote Gambling Act (KOA) came into force on 1 October 2021. […]
