A new EU court ruling gives players another shot at recovering money lost to online operators that took bets in markets where those games were still banned. What the Court Actually Said The Court of Justice of the European Union held that member states can keep their own bans on online gambling in place, even […]
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DigiPlus Lands South Africa Licenses and Moves Closer to 2027 Launch
DigiPlus has cleared a key regulatory hurdle in South Africa, giving the Philippine operator a live route into Africa’s biggest online gaming market. Western Cape Opens the Door DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has received approval to begin operating in South Africa through licenses issued by the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board. The package includes a […]
Wisconsin Legalized Mobile Sports Betting, but the Real Game Starts Now
Wisconsin has opened the door to online sports betting, yet players may be waiting a while before anyone can actually place a legal mobile wager. A Win on Paper, a Wait in Practice Governor Tony Evers signed Wisconsin’s online sports betting bill into law on April 9, pushing the state into the growing club of […]
UK Betting Sector Sounds Alarm Over Financial Checks
A new poll has handed the Betting and Gaming Council fresh ammunition in the UK affordability row, with most bettors saying they will not hand over bank statements or payslips to keep gambling. UK Punters Reject More Paperwork The Betting and Gaming Council has stepped up its criticism of proposed financial risk checks in the […]
IAAPA Report Puts Hard Numbers on Middle East’s Entertainment Boom
A new IAAPA study says the region’s attractions business is already massive, and still has plenty of runway left. Big Crowds, Bigger Revenue IAAPA’s 2025 Middle East & Africa Economic Impact Study lands on a simple point: people across the region are still turning up for leisure, and in huge numbers. The report, based on […]
Washington Eyes a Much Bigger Slice of Sports Betting
A proposed jump in the federal sports betting tax could raise a fortune for the government, but regular bettors may feel the sting first through worse odds and pricier wagers. A Market That Exploded After 2018 Legal sports betting in the US has moved from fringe to mainstream at breakneck speed. Since the Supreme Court […]
Virgin Bet Picks South Africa for First Move Beyond the UK
LiveScore Group has taken Virgin Bet into South Africa, giving the brand its first overseas launch and putting it in one of Africa’s busiest regulated betting markets. Why South Africa Was the Logical Next Step Virgin Bet has officially gone live in South Africa, marking the first time the brand has launched outside the United […]
Star Sydney Gets Another Reprieve as License Suspension Runs to September
The casino stays open for now, but the latest extension makes clear that Star still has plenty to fix before regulators are ready to move on. Regulators Keep Star on a Tight Leash The Star Sydney will keep operating under a suspended casino license until 30 September 2026 after the New South Wales Independent Casino […]
Nevada Sportsbooks Cool Off in February After Weak Super Bowl Betting
Nevada’s February betting report points to a slower month, with lighter wagering, lower revenue, and one clear culprit: a Super Bowl that failed to bring its usual punch. Super Bowl Buzz Never Really Arrived Nevada’s sports betting market lost some steam in February 2026, and the Super Bowl had a lot to do with it. […]
Sweden Taps Peter Knutsson to Lead Gambling Regulator in Player Protection Push
Sweden has handed Spelinspektionen to a consumer-focused legal veteran, a move that points to tougher attention on advertising, safety, and how well the market actually protects everyday players. A New Face at the Top The Swedish government has appointed Peter Knutsson as director general of Spelinspektionen, the country’s gambling regulator, for a six-year term beginning […]
