World Gaming News

COVID-19 puts a huge damper on Japan Integrated Casino Resorts

• Aug 14, 2020

Plans by MGM for a casino in Osaka, Japan have been put on hold due to the coronavirus.

FansUnite, Askott Merger Creates Canada’s Leading iGaming Company

• Aug 14, 2020

The novel coronavirus canceled or postponed sporting events and other forms of entertainment all over the world. The stay-at-home mandate of leaders opened the window of opportunities to at-home leisure, and the people shifted their attention to access entertainment such as video streaming and hosting, as well as playing online games.

U.K. Prime Minister Halts Casino Openings—Again

• Aug 11, 2020

The U.K.’s casinos were poised to reopen August 1. Then Prime Minister Boris Johnson (l.) shut down the plans for at least two more weeks, citing a spike in Covid-19 cases in the greater Manchester area. The decision drew a sharp rebuke from the U.K. Betting and Gaming Council.

Data Shows Top Ten Leading Online Gambling Companies’ Brand Value At $23.62 Billion

• Jul 31, 2020

All bookmakers say they are doing well following the repeal of PASPA

• Jul 23, 2020

A recent survey indicated that illegal gambling in the U.S. has declined, so Hartley spoke to some offshore and local operators to get some answers.

Betcris partners with IMG ARENA to offer more content across LatAm

• Jul 22, 2020

Betcris, one of the foremost sports betting operators in Latin America, has signed a partnership with IMG ARENA to provide virtual sports and gaming solutions. Under the terms of the agreement, the content will be available to players at Betcris’ online sportsbook and casino as well as at the 100-plus venues it runs across Central and South America.

Read the Rules! More Important than Ever for Sports Bettors in a Coronavirus World

• Jul 17, 2020

Always expect the unexpected involving injuries when wagering sports. Now add body-temperature scratches and player refusals adding to the mix as we get things started again next weekend.

Russia gets 20th online bookmaker as digital betting rebounds

• Jul 17, 2020

Russian sports bettors recently woke to discover Bettery, a new legal online wagering option operating via the web, as well as iOS and Android devices. Bettery is a member of the Bookmakers SRO, one of two rival ‘self-regulatory organizations,’ whose members also include Leon, Marathon, Olimp and Fonbet, Russia’s largest bookmaker.

Gambling companies banned from sponsoring La Liga teams

• Jul 13, 2020

New measures introduced by Spain’s Minister of Consumer Affairs, Alberto Garzón, will put an end to gambling companies sponsoring La Liga teams.

Gambling charity urges UK banks to improve card blocking system

• Jul 9, 2020

Bank card gambling blockers are not available on 40% of current accounts, says report

Growth of online sports betting poses significant public health challenge—New study

• Jul 7, 2020

A surge in use of online sports betting platforms, and promotional tactics such as free bets to hook users in, pose a significant and growing public health challenge which needs urgent attention from policymakers, according to the author of a new academic study.

U.K. Lawmakers Push for Tighter Regulation of Online Gambling

• Jul 6, 2020

The U.K. government faces pressure from Parliament to tighten online gambling rules, with lawmakers concerned people stuck at home during the coronavirus lockdown will run up huge losses without safeguards.