UK to Consider Banning Credit Card Use for Gambling

The UK government is considering banning the use of credit cards in gambling. UK Culture Secretary Jeremy Wright said he wants to hold meetings with bookmakers and major retail...

Published January 21, 2019

Former Michigan Senator: Veto A Temporary Setback

In a Detroit News commentary, former Michigan state Senator Mike Kowall wrote that Governor Rick Snyder “made a mistake” when he vetoed bipartisan legislation allowing online gambling. However, he...

Published January 21, 2019

William Hill Acquisition of Mr Green Approved by Regulators

William Hill Plc has secured approval of “all necessary authorities across related jurisdictions,” to complete its €270million acquisition of Stockholm-listed MRG Group. The acquisition has been approved by MRG...

Published January 14, 2019

Red Rake Receives Supplier License from UK

Red Rake Gaming has secured a remote gambling software license from the UK Gambling Commission and plans to begin introducing content in the market in the coming weeks. The...

Published January 14, 2019

Denmark Blocks Illegal Gambling Sites

Danish regulator Spillemyndigheden has ordered local internet service providers to block 18 sites illegal online gambling sites in violation of the Danish Act on Gambling. The move comes after...

Published January 14, 2019

Dutch Court Rules for PokerStars Player in Tax Case

The winnings of online poker players in the Netherlands on PokerStars.eu are not subject to local taxes, a Dutch court has ruled. The court ruled that Dutch tax collectors...

Published January 14, 2019

In N.Y., Online Poker Surfaces Once More

There’s a new legalization bill in the Senate, the third in as many years. But with a history of uncertain support, and sports betting the clear priority in the...

Published January 14, 2019

Blockchain Innovations Acquires the Games Company

BlockChain Innovations Corp., an international blockchain technology supplier serving the regulated gaming industry, announced it has acquired The Games Company, a provider of online casino games. The Games Company...

Published January 7, 2019

Kindred Files Action Against Norwegian Gaming Regulator

Trannel, a subsidiary of Stockholm-listed Kindred Group, has filed a claim against Norway’s gaming regulator charging that it overstepped its authority by attempting to prevent Kindred from offering online...

Published January 7, 2019

UK Rules Cryptocurrency Trading is Not Gambling

The UK’s Revenue & Customs has updated its guidelines for taxing cryptocurrency investors including a determination that it will not treat trading cryptocurrencies as gambling. Profits gained from their...

Published January 7, 2019

Playtech Settles Israeli Tax for €28-Million

Isle of Man-based gambling software provider Playtech said it will pay a total of €28 million under a tax settlement with Israeli tax authorities after an inspection of the...

Published January 7, 2019

Appeals Court Overturns Kentucky’s $870 Million Ruling Against PokerStars

A Kentucky appeals court has overturned a judgment of $870 million plus interest against PokerStars which said the company—then under different ownership—had to pay the state after 34,000 people...

Published January 7, 2019

Malta Grants Playson Supplier License

The Malta Gaming Authority has granted a supplier license to Playson, a Malta-based content developer. The license means Playson can provide Malta-licensed operators with Type 1 games of chance.

Published December 24, 2018

LeoVegas Seeks Spanish Licensing

Online betting and gaming operator LeoVegas announced it has submitted a license application for casino and sports betting in Spain. The company said it hopes to launch in Spain...

Published December 24, 2018

Bridgepoint Offers £802 Million for Cherry Gaming Group

Stockholm-listed online gambling group Cherry AB has received an £802 million takeover offer from a consortium led by British private equity firm Bridgepoint. An independent bid committee established by...

Published December 24, 2018

Michigan Passes iGaming

In a bipartisan and rapid manner, the Michigan legislature last week approved online gaming for all gaming operations in the state, commercial and tribal. The bill now heads to...

Published December 24, 2018

Microgaming Debuts Online Poker in Bulgaria

Microgaming's online poker platform will debut in Bulgaria under a new supply deal with local operator National Lottery AD. The deal sets Microgaming to power a new poker offering...

Published December 17, 2018

More Swedish Gambling Licenses Announced

Sweden’s gambling regulator has approved more gambling licenses for operators including Betway, Betclic Everest and the Stars Group. The Stars Group, through its TSG Interactive subsidiary, has been awarded...

Published December 17, 2018

New Jersey Considers DFS Changes

New Jersey’s Division of Consumer Affairs is proposing changes to the state’s daily fantasy sports regulations, including a revamp of licensing fees. The proposed fee begins at $5,000 for...

Published December 17, 2018

Unibet Partners with Evolution for Live Online Gaming

Live dealer casino specialist Evolution Gaming announced an extended agreement with Unibet as a continuation of its moves into the U.S. market. Under the deal, Unibet will use Evolution’s...

Published December 17, 2018