2301 stories by Erik Gibbs
Wirecard Former CEO Accused of Fraud by German Prosecutors
The case involving Wirecard's massive fraud and embezzlement scheme continues to see more executives drop. The fintech company was once linked closely to the gambling industry, and its former CEO now officially faces charges for helping to destroy the business. A few...
Gambling Debt to ‘Paramilitary’ Group Forces Irish Taxi Driver to Steal
A Belfast taxi driver is heading to jail for stealing from his passengers. Gareth Taggart claims he had no choice, as a "paramilitary" loansharking group forced his hand to cover his outstanding gambling debt. Getting drunk in Ireland came with an additional...
E-Sabong Cockfighting Debt Forces Philippines Mother To Sell Baby
A young mother faces possible criminal charges in the Philippines for a heinous crime tied to online cockfight betting, known locally as e-sabong. She gave up her young baby for less than $1,000 to settle a gambling debt. E-sabong has become hugely...
South Korea Ready to Lift COVID-19 Restrictions for Vaccinated Travelers
South Korea's tourism and casino industries will be getting a much-needed boost soon. The country is lifting certain COVID-19 travel restrictions, although there will still be some requirements in place. The country is opening its international tourism market on March 21, as...
British Cashback Sites Accused of Rewarding Gamblers
Several websites that offer cashback services in the UK are receiving heat for their ties to the gambling industry. At least three face scrutiny for being too loose with their offerings. Cashback sites offer a way, typically just a small one, for...
Singapore’s New Gambling Laws Survive Final Parliamentary Vote
Singapore is a step closer to introducing new gambling laws in the country. A successful final reading of the updated laws in parliament last Friday paves the way for a major overhaul of the gambling landscape. Singapore's parliament took a second look...
Ireland Professor Calls For Halt in Normalizing Sports Gambling
As Ireland works to update its gambling laws, it will likely introduce more stringent operator controls. A professor who studies addictions says the government needs to put the brakes on "normalized" sports betting. Ireland is close to finalizing how its new gambling...
New South Wales to Launch Public Hearings into the Star Sydney This Week
Star Entertainment Group and the New South Wales government are facing off. The Australian casino operator is under review in the same fashion that toppled Crown Resorts. The NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) announced that it will begin conducting public...
FC Barcelona Not Giving up on 1xbet Sponsorship, Despite Ties to Russia
FC Barcelona is not going to suspend or break the agreement it has with Russian betting platform 1xBet. The soccer club apparently has too much money at stake to risk losing the sponsorship. A number of sports organizations and gambling companies distanced...
BetVictor Launches Pick 6 Free-To-Play Game in the UK and Ireland
Sports bettors in the UK and Ireland (and even non-bettors) have a new option to add to their gaming list. BetVictor has created a Pick 6 option for the English Premier League and the Champions League. Soccer continues to be the go-to...
