2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
UK Gambling Commission Boss Backs Affordability Checks Despite Research
In a stern rebuke against what he perceives as a deliberate campaign of misinformation, UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) CEO Andrew Rhodes expressed his frustration at the International Association of Gambling Regulators (IAGR). The CEO pointed his finger at news outlets for allegedly...
Brazil Continues to Push Senate on Slow Sports Betting Movement
The government of Brazil has been working on sports betting legislation for the past couple of years, but progress has been slow since the measure reached the Senate. The federal government is optimistic about the approval of the sports betting regulation bill...
Hard Rock to Build its Largest Asian Venue in Malaysia, But Without Casino
In a move it expects to redefine luxury hospitality in Asia, Hard Rock International has an ambitious plan to construct the Hard Rock Genting Highlands hotel in Malaysia. Anticipated to be the crown jewel of the King's Park Genting Highlands development, the...
Olympics to Give Bettors More Options Through eSports, Flag Football
The times are changing and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is trying to keep up. A new series of games are coming to the Olympics, which also means that sports bettors will have many more options available. In a significant move toward...
UK Could Force iGaming Operators to Pay for Gambling Harm Research
In a move to address concerns over problem gambling, the UK government is proposing a mandatory 1% levy on iGaming operators' revenues. This initiative, a recommendation that appeared in the updated gambling white paper, is currently under discussion between government officials and...
Mansion Group Bids Farewell to B2C Online Gaming Brands
In a strategic move that will continue to reshape the online gaming community, Mansion Group, a prominent player in the iGaming industry, has officially announced the closure of all of its B2C operations. The decision will bring the curtains down on online...
Dutch Politician to Push for Complete Online Gambling Ban
After the Netherlands launched legal online gambling in 2021, the segment helped the country make over $1 billion in gambling revenue in 2022. One politician doesn't think that's a good enough reason to keep the iGaming segment alive, however, and is now...
Peru Greenlights New Online Gambling and Betting Laws
Peru has recently given the green light to a set of comprehensive online gambling and betting laws, marking a significant milestone in the country's regulatory landscape. The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur, for its Spanish acronym) has unveiled the regulations...
Drake Reportedly Loses $1.3M Payout on Logan Paul Boxing Match
As his fabled curse continues, the renowned rapper Drake reportedly lost out on a substantial win this weekend. He told his social media followers that he allegedly placed an $850K bet on Logan Paul to emerge victorious against Dillon Danis in Saturday's...
Philippine Police Accused of Moonlighting as Private Security for POGOs
The Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) segment and the Philippine National Police (PNP) have received a strong rebuke from the man who used to lead the police force. In a bold critique of the PNP, former Chief Panfilo Lacson, who is also...
