The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has not been overly happy with the National Council on Problem Gambling’s (NCPG) decision to admit Kalshi as an organizational member. Yet, the regulator has stopped short of actually severing ties with the NCPG over the issue, with a recent discussion between co…
A Texas lottery winner has finally claimed their prize, which they won on August 10, 2026. In the Lotto Texas drawing, a lucky resident from Lake Jackson scooped a $26.75-million payout and has stepped out to secure the prize and share their excitment about the event. Lottery Winner Finally Claims…
Germany interstate authorities have begun targeting illegal gambling networks amid warnings by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) of heightened money-laundering risks as a direct threat to the German economy. A three-year long investigation has resulted in the raiding of eleven premises by Germ…
Two more figures closely linked to the UK Conservative Party have pleaded guilty to cheating offences under the Gambling Act 2005. Anthony Lee was the Conservatives’ Head of Campaigning during the run up to the 2024 UK general election. He and his wife, Laura Lee (then-Saunders), have admitted to p…
A restructuring plan has been approved by unions at PMU to get rid of 47 positions from its regional sales operations in France, following the union’s agreement still subject to the approval of the French labor authorities. The plan will result in the layoff of 128 positions while creating 81 addit…
SBC Summit will move beyond the hype surrounding Web3 and crypto to explore their practical applications across payments, transparency, security and player trust through the dedicated Web3 & Crypto Academy. Part of SBC Summit’s premium Education+ programme, the Web3 & Crypto Academy will bring toge…
Two-way traffic from online to offline and back is a sign of the industry’s fluidity. Jake Pollard observes leaderships applying a growing emphasis on executing effective Omnichannel strategies at a period of peak compression on operating margins. __________________ The online gaming industry is fu…
German authorities have executed searches in relation to a suspected illegal online gaming operation that is thought to have accepted bets of approximately €5.86 billion during a 30-month period, leading trade organizations DSWV and DOCV to request an adjustment of the GGL’s estimates for channeliz…
NFL’s Mexico Game in November at the heart of the partnership.
A 53-year-old Indian national from Gujarat, western India, has pleaded guilty to his role in a multimillion-dollar illegal gambling operation in the United States that prosecutors say generated more than $9.36 million in gross proceeds. Six Businesses Allegedly Involved New York, US, resident S.N.P…
Kalshi faced another legal defeat whit its request denied for emergency relief by the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals in Utah. This Denver-based court ruled that Kalshi had not satisfied the requirements for an injunction pending appeal. To obtain the emergency relief, the company needed to demonstr…
Macau’s number of visitor arrivals reached 30 million as of 11am on Friday (September 11), a milestone achieved 22 days earlier than in 2025, according to a Friday update from the city’s Public Security Police. The police – responsible for handling the city’s immigration checkpoints – said the city…
Brendan Sorsby has opened up about his gambling problems in a new documentary, which outlines the betting activity that ended his college football career. Brendan Sorsby Reveals Extent of Betting in New Documentary The former Texas Tech quarterback is featured in “The Program: Texas Tech,” a four-p…
Underdog, which trades as Underdog Predict, has filed five federal lawsuits on September 8 against officials from Massachusetts, New Mexico, Ohio, Washington, and Wisconsin. In order to get a favorable verdict, the lawsuits are aimed at getting a statement of decleration and getting a permanent inj…
Casino operator Wynn Resorts Ltd says its financing arm is proposing a US$900-million private offering of 6.875-percent senior notes due in 2035. The notes are being issued by Wynn Resorts Finance LLC and its subsidiary Wynn Resorts Capital Corp, both indirect wholly-owned units of Wynn Resorts, ac…
The board of Pari Mutuel Urbain (PMU) sets out a job cuts plan of France’s horseracing network and pools system. As stands three out of four trade unions sign agreement but, yet the French Democratic Confederation of Labour (CFDT) points to ‘commercial contradictions’. Three of the four trade union…
Nigeria’s gaming authorities classified casino operator Stake as illegal and ordered immediate block in 24 states. According to the country’s gambling authorities, operator didn’t hold Nigerian licence and had unpaid taxes. The banning was announced by Nigeria’s Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Aut…
German authorities have moved against a suspected illegal online gambling network after an investigation lasting more than three years. Prosecutors estimate the operation raked in billions of euros in gambling stakes while avoiding the licensing and tax requirements that operators in Germany must a…
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If you believe gambling is becoming a problem, speaking to a professional is the most effective step you can take. The organisations listed below provide free, confidential support to anyone affected by problem gambling, including friends and family members of those struggling.
| Organisation | Coverage | Website |
|---|---|---|
| GamCare | UK and Europe | gamcare.org.uk |
| GambleAware | UK and Europe | gambleaware.org |
| Gambling Therapy | International | gamblingtherapy.org |
| GamStop | United Kingdom | gamstop.co.uk |
| Gamblers Anonymous | International | gamblersanonymous.org |
| Gordon Moody | UK and Europe | gordonmoody.org.uk |