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Georgia igaming licensing framework launched in bid to attract international operators

Georgia intends to offer international gambling licences for operators targeting overseas players, with a competitive tax rate and banking arrangements.

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Andrew Pink, Head of Brand & Communication at Play'n GO How Play'n GO is arguing that gambling's future will be shaped outside the industry's own walls.

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Following Play’n GO’s participation in brain health discussions during United Nations General Assembly week in New York, Head of Brand & Communication Andrew Pink explains why the future of gambling will be shaped not only by regulators and operators, but by wider conversations around trust, wellbeing and sustainable entertainment.

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Alberta awards funding for gambling recovery centre

A towering hand of cards casts a shadow over a stack of digital chips, symbolizing the competitive interest in Finland's upcoming igaming market.

Finland igaming licence applications attract stronger-than-expected interest

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Gibraltar should not be written off as a tier 1 gambling hub, regulator says

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Daria Fot, EvenBet Gaming: “We are not just a software provider; we are a partner”

Nikita Akulov, EvenBet Gaming: “Trust is a much more expensive and important currency”

Nikita Akulov, EvenBet Gaming: “Trust is a much more expensive and important currency”

Alexandra Kavelich, SOFTSWISS: “Our brand is more than just one product”

Alexandra Kavelich, SOFTSWISS: “Our brand is more than just one product”

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A massive web of interconnected digital platforms supports a towering structure of online gambling revenue, casting a shadow over regulated frameworks.

Illegal market accounts for 72 per cent of Europe’s online gambling revenue, new report finds

A digital maze of gambling chips swirls around a towering, unyielding tech symbol, while a small, futile broom tries to sweep them away.

Legal action against Meta advances over illegal gambling adverts in the Netherlands

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Florida AG targets Reddit, Snap, TikTok over sweepstakes ads

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A giant hand imposes a limit over a fading stack of digital poker chips, symbolizing the threat of closure for a third of venues and 2,000 jobs at risk due to a significant increase in gaming machine taxes.

Rank Group warns of mass casino and bingo closures if rise in Machine Games Duty goes ahead

A giant hand casts a shadow over a digital landscape of fading gambling chips, symbolizing the significant impact of Brazil's online betting ban on major gambling firms.

Global gambling operators count the cost of Brazil’s online betting ban

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Gamzix - Less routine, more partnership. How scalable processes can make B2B relationships more personal, not less. Arpine Sargsyan, head of account management.

Less routine, more partnership. How scalable processes can make B2B relationships more personal, not less, according to Gamzix

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The privacy-security paradox: Architecting risk engines for high-risk digital platforms, according to Frogo

GAMZIX - Focus Gaming News. Beyond the launch: What creates long-term value in a game. Yuriy Muratov, Chief Commercial Officer at Gamzix.

Beyond the launch: What creates long-term value in a game, according to Gamzix

Gamzix - Less routine, more partnership. How scalable processes can make B2B relationships more personal, not less. Arpine Sargsyan, head of account management.

Less routine, more partnership. How scalable processes can make B2B relationships more personal, not less, according to Gamzix

Regulation

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New gaming machine regulations confirmed by British Gambling Commission

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Polymarket launches “responsible trading” features, including deposit limits and self-exclusion tools

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New Prevention Delivery Network unites providers funded through UK gambling levy

Sports betting

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Colorado sees record betting tax revenue

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Sportsbooks to retain majority of NFL betting as prediction markets gain ground

Arizona regulator allocates nine limited event wagering licences

Legislation

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Bulgarian gambling reforms have promotion loophole, opposition leader warns

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Online poker could be allowed in Norway under proposed changes to gambling regulations

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New Hampshire Senate advances online casino bill

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Stockman’s Casino completes renovation at Fallon property

Michigan igaming revenue remains flat in April

Michigan Gaming Control Board renews licences for Detroit’s three casinos

Bally’s reaffirms Chicago opening date and secures financing for Bronx development

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Marcel Heutmekers, Merkur Group: “We are in a very strong position for the future”  

Levan Kavtaradze, Galaxsys: “Simply launching another game or having nice-looking visuals is no longer enough”

Alex Leese, Pronet Gaming: “Innovation should solve a real commercial problem”

Finance

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Yahoo Finance ends Polymarket data partnership

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Arizona tribal casinos contribute $47.6m to state funds in Q1

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Massachusetts casinos generate $101.9m in August gaming revenue

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Public Health Wales launches new Gambling Levy-funded prevention programme

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Massachusetts Gaming Commission launches new public awareness campaign

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Massachusetts issues consumer advisory ahead of World Cup

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Responsible Gaming Foundation to equip adults on youth gambling risks

Gaming in Spain Conference announces agenda

Spanish operators signal strong opposition against gambling reform ahead of Gaming in Spain Conference

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Play’n GO comment on the provisional executive ordering banning online betting and gaming in Brazil

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Global gambling operators count the cost of Brazil’s online betting ban

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