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Illinois raises sports betting tax as part of the 2026 budget

4 June 2025 at 6:46am UTC-4
Minutes before midnight on Saturday, Illinois lawmakers passed an additional tax on sports bets. The new tax will incur US$0.25 for every bet placed with a licensed sportsbook ...

Report highlights risk from illegal gambling platforms on Indian youth

2 June 2025 at 8:11am UTC-4
Illegal gambling has become a serious threat as gambling sites are raking in estimated yearly deposits of almost US$100 billion, according to a report from the Indian non-profit ...
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BGaming announces content deal with Betcris

30 May 2025 at 7:36am UTC-4
Igaming content provider BGaming has partnered with Latin American gambling operator Betcris. BGaming’s range of casino content will be integrated into the Betcris casino ...

Beter expands cricket betting coverage to include US

29 May 2025 at 6:15am UTC-4
Online gaming supplier Beter has is expanding its cricket coverage by providing odds and live data for cricket events worldwide. Its expanded coverage will include tournaments ...
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BetMGM Ontario player lands two jackpots in a week

28 May 2025 at 6:36am UTC-4
A BetMGM customer in Ontario has won two progressive slot jackpots in a week, landing over CA$2 million in total. The first win was for CA$1.6 million, setting a new record for ...

InFocus Group to develop igaming platform for TG Solutions Consulting

27 May 2025 at 7:59am UTC-4
Australian data analytics and software development company InFocus Group has agreed to develop a B2B igaming platform for Taiwan-based software consultants TG Solutions Consulting ...

SkillOnNet extends partnership with Habanero in Brazil

27 May 2025 at 5:58am UTC-4
SkillOnNet has extended its partnership with Habanero to launch the slot developer’s gaming portfolio in Brazil. SkillOnNet’s PlayUZU.bet.br and BacanaPlay.bet.br will host ...

The Supreme Court of India hears plea to ban all online sports betting apps

26 May 2025 at 4:39am UTC-4
The Supreme Court of India has heard a plea by politician Dr Kilari Anand Paul to ban all online sports betting apps due to their effect on the country’s youth ...

VGW launches Social Gaming Leadership Alliance

22 May 2025 at 6:46am UTC-4
Australian social gaming operator VGW has partnered with other social casino operators to form the Social Gaming Leadership Alliance in the US. Launched this week, the ...

Sega Sammy GAN takeover nears completion

21 May 2025 at 8:17am UTC-4
Japanese entertainment group Sega Sammy is close to finalizing all regulatory approvals associated with its proposed takeover of gambling technology company GAN. The proposal ...