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US Regulators Block Political Betting Proposal
Federal regulators have closed the door on a Congressional betting market, but the fight will likely continue in federal court. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission on Friday announced that it was rejecting a proposal from KalshiEX LLC to offer a political event...
Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow Questionable for ‘Monday Night Football’
Quarterback Joe Burrow is nursing a calf injury, and he will be a game-time decision for the Cincinnati Bengals tonight against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football. The Rams (1-1) and Bengals (0-2) square off in a rematch of Super...
Guyana’s Ramada Hotel Casino Damaged by Fire Over Weekend
A fire at the Ramada Hotel & Casino in Guyana over the weekend caused considerable damage. The hotel was reportedly filled to capacity at the time. Only minor injuries were reported; however, some guests were trapped while the fire broke out. The...
Chinese Gambling Boss Reported Behind Singapore Money Laundering Ring
One of the masterminds behind the recent money laundering scandal in Singapore reportedly has an extensive history in the gambling space. Wang Bingang is a Chinese national and an illegal gambling entrepreneur who is now trying to avoid capture for his alleged...
Thai Police Question Police Chief Allegedly Tied to Illegal Online Gambling
Police in Thailand from the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) arrested Deputy National Police Chief Surachate Hakparn in Bangkok late on Monday. The operation is tied to Surachate's suspected involvement in illicit online gambling activities. Upon the police's arrival, Surachate purportedly denied...
Carolina Panthers Rookie Quarterback Bryce Young to Miss Week 3
Rookie quarterback Bryce Young is nursing an ankle injury and he's not expected to start for the Carolina Panthers against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 3. Veteran quarterback Andy Dalton will start for the Panthers if Young doesn't suit up against the...
Sweden Wants Online Gaming Operators To Pay More Taxes
Sweden's Finance Ministry has presented a new budget for the upcoming fiscal year, throwing a curve ball at the country's online gambling operators. With no previous conversation, it included a tax rate increase that would lead to a considerable impact on revenues....
Singapore Banks Eye Chinese Clients as Money Laundering Investigation Grows
In August, authorities in Singapore began dismantling a money laundering ring with ties to illegal gambling. As the case unfolded, they seized SGD1 billion (US$740.4 million). But each day uncovers an even larger network, with more Chinese nationals coming under fire. The...
Spain’s Gambling Market Revenue Continues to Reach New Heights
Spain's gaming industry has enjoyed several periods of strong growth, and the second quarter of 2023 was no different. Casinos and sportsbooks are welcoming more customers, and Q2 was one of the best for the sector since the COVID-19 pandemic. Gross gaming...
Cleveland Browns Sign Free Agent Running Back Kareem Hunt
Kareem Hunt returns to the Cleveland Browns after their former running back inked a one-year deal that could be worth up to $4 million. Hunt was the top free-agent running back on the open market who had yet to sign with a...