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One After the Other: CFL Says “No” to Sorby Amid Gambling Controversy
The Canadian Football League (CFL) has officially ruled out quarterback Brendan Sorsby from joining the league, marking another major setback for the 22-year-old whose career has been overshadowed by a gambling controversy that continues to close doors across professional football. All About Integrity Similar to the National Football League’s argument last week when it announced […]
Fanatics Launches Program to Crack Down on Sports Betting Abuse
Leading global sports platform “redefining how fans engage with the teams, players, and moments they love”, Fanatics, is getting ready to put an end to abusive and threatening behavior directed at athletes, coaches, and officials online. The operator is marking one of the most aggressive integrity initiatives yet from a major sports betting operator. First […]
Germany vs Paraguay Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
Germany cruised out of Group E at the 2026 FIFA World Cup dominating the playfield, and only ceding a single loss that left the team stunted to Parguat. With 10 goals out of the Group Stage, however, Germany has proved that it will not be relenting its pace. Paraguay is somewhat justifiably given (+535) chance […]
Brazil vs Japan Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
This is the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32 and there are no draws. The knockout round will see 32 teams compete for the chance to progress forward with each game feeling like a mini World Cup final of its own. Today, we take a look at the upcoming game between Brazil and Japan, with […]
Winna.com Named Official Regional Sponsor of the Argentina National Football Team
Winna.com, the online crypto casino and sportsbook, today announced it has become an Official Regional Sponsor of the Argentina National Football Team, joining the world champions ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Argentina National Team arrive at the tournament as reigning world champions and one of the most iconic footballing nations of all […]
iGaming Fraud Rises as AI Enables Complex Attacks
New data indicate a new phase in the evolution of fraud in the iGaming sector, with the scale and sophistication of illicit activity rising sharply. Fraudulent Transaction Volumes Surge 4.5x as Threats Escalate An industry report released recently by Sumsub indicates suspicious transaction volumes have increased 4.5 times from early 2025 to early 2026, demonstrating […]
UK Regulator Seeks Ideas to Cut Gambling Red Tape
The UK’s gambling regulator has unveiled a new initiative to reduce administrative burden on operators, while assuring safeguards for players remain in place. Industry stakeholders have been asked for practical ideas about how existing rules and procedures can be streamlined without losing key protections. New Strategy Encourages Stakeholders to Propose Regulatory Improvements It forms part […]
UKGC Study Uncovers Hidden Cost of Gambling for Families and Friends
Recent qualitative research has revealed the often-underestimated impact of gambling on those close to the gambler, exposing a complex web of emotional, financial, and health-related consequences. Families and Partners Bear Brunt of Gambling Consequences The research, which involved interviews with 25 adults across Great Britain, explores the experiences of those impacted by another person’s gamb
Sydney Man Loses $160K Gambling, Says More Should Be Done to Impose Limits
A man from Sydney, who asked to remain anonymous, spent more than $160,000 on lottery tickets and poker machines in less than two years at The Star Sydney casino and The Lottery Corporation. However, following this, he claimed that not enough is being done to protect people who are vulnerable to developing gambling addiction. The […]
Michigan Couple Bags $100K Lottery Prize – Bought Ticket at Their Own Store
A couple from Michigan has turned their lottery habit into a six-figure win, with the lucky duo winning $100,000 from the lottery and celebrating in style. The Indian river woman and her husband enjoyed their prize after buying the right Club Keno ticket, it appears, leading to the excellent win. The Club Keno numbrs on […]
Lottery Winner Had Visions about $100K Win
A lottery winner’s spot of good luck may have been sensed by the man before the actual event occurred, or so Erik Cargile of Charlotte, North Carolina claims. Winning a $100,000 prize from the Powerball, Cargile told the North Carolina Education Lottery officials that he had a “good feeling” about the $3 Quick Pick ticket […]
Majority of Ukrainians Think Gambling Is a Serious Problem for Ukraine
A recent study conducted by the Centre for Responsible Gaming, with support from the Association of Ukrainian Gambling Operators, surveyed 3,164 adults in Ukraine. Initial findings suggest that over three-quarters of Ukrainians believe that gambling is a serious problem for the country. What Did the Study Find? The sample was designed to reflect key demographic […]
Australia Continues to Target Illegal Gambling Websites
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has extended its list of prohibited domains by another 12 websites, as the regulator continues to respond to the rise of illegal online gambling venues. АCMA Names 12 New Operators as Illegal in Australia ACMA, as the watchdog is known for its acronym, has moved to suspend the […]
Biloxi Casino Project Advances After Key Court Ruling
A lengthy legal dispute regarding a proposed casino resort in Biloxi, US, has taken a major step forward after a circuit court judge upheld a key regulatory approval for the development. The Approval Was Legal Circuit Judge Randi Mueller ruled that the Mississippi Gaming Commission acted within the law when it approved a casino site […]
Hong Kong Influencer Charged for Allegedly Promoting Online Gambling
A 29-year-old influencer and adult film performer has been charged in Hong Kong after allegedly promoting an offshore online gambling platform through her social media channels, in a case that highlights the city’s strict stance on betting-related activity. Up to 7 Years in Prison The laws of Hong Kong psecifically ban all types of gambling […]
Multi-State Casino Fraud Case Leads to Nevada Extradition
A man accused of involvement in a multi-state casino fraud scheme has been extradited back to Nevada after being transferred from a correctional facility in Iowa, according to the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB). Banned from 17 Casinos The NGCB said enforcement agents successfully brought S.B. back to Nevada, where he faces multiple felony charges, […]
Ex-SPAC Chief Gets Jail Time for Fraud in Lottery.com Deal
A former executive of a special purpose acquisition company has been sentenced to prison in the United States after pleading guilty to misleading investors in a high-profile merger involving Lottery.com. Ex-Trident CEO Gets 3 Years in Prison for Fraud in Lottery.com Deal Vadim Komissarov, the former head of Trident Acquisitions Corp., was sentenced to three […]
Kalshi Looks to Future IPO as Growth Accelerates
Prediction market platform Kalshi is considering going public, although a listing is not expected to happen in the near term. The company’s leaders have said they have started talking amongst themselves about an initial public offering, but do not expect to see a public market debut until 2027. Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour Hints at Future […]
The 13 Palace to Commence Trial Operations in Macau without Casino
A long-troubled Macau luxury hotel is being given a new identity and a fresh start. The property, previously called The 13 Hotel, has undergone a major renovation and rebranding and is now preparing for a limited trial run beginning June 27. The 13 Palace Relaunches in Macau with Gold Exterior and Expanded Luxury Offerings The […]
Golden Knights Owner Bill Foley Launches Bid to Bring NBA Team to Las Vegas
Billionaire Bill Foley, founder and majority owner of the Vegas Golden Knights, announced that he will pursue an NBA team in Las Vegas. The announcement follows the NBA Board of Governors’ approval in late March of a vote to explore expansion opportunities in Las Vegas and Seattle. Foley Announces Plans for Las Vegas NBA Expansion […]
UKGC Finds Stakelogic Runs Slots Too Fast, Imposes a $163K Penalty
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has ordered Stakelogic to pay GBP 122,835 (about $163,000) after determining that the games developer violated regulations by offering online slot games that operated at excessively high speeds. Stakelogic’s Games Ran Too Fast, UKGC Says The penalty stems from the speed of Stakelogic’s Tiger Temple 88 slot game, which […]
Chicagoland Illinois Man Wins $1.3M From State Lottery
The State of Illinois and Chicagoland in particular have produced their latest winner, with one player, who chose to remain anonymous, scooping the eye-watering $1,300,000 jackpot from the Thursday, June 11, evening Lucky Day Lotto draw. Man Wins $1.3M Jackpot 15 Years After He Won $45K The prize was only claimed recently, with the lottery […]
Aussie Man Who Won $2.07M Wins Big Again 10 Years Later
Imagining winning $2.07 million from the lottery (AUD 3 million) only to find out that you have done it again – almost – ten years later. This is precisely what happened to one Perth man, who previously won a multi-million prize in 2015 when he was a member of a syndicate. Fortune Strikes Twice as […]
Winn-Dixie Employee Steals Hundreds of Lottery Tickets, Wins $40,000
If there was ever an example of how long the lottery odds can be, the case of a Winn-Dixie employee who ended up stealing hundreds of scratch-off tickets to win just short of $40,000 is about a good example as any. The culprit, one Essie Latrell Davis, 45, of West Palm Beach, Florida, is said […]