Millions in El Gordo prize money lost due to administrative error
A mistake that took just a few seconds. But the consequences are enormous. The Spanish village of Villamanin saw €4…
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The real challenge for integrated resorts in Macau
Since reopening after Covid, Macau has been striving to redefine its global role. Historically a world centre for gambling, the…
‘They take money, but don’t pay out’: why illegal online casinos are risky for players
It sounds exciting. No checks, high bonuses, quick winnings. But for many players, illegal online casinos end in frustration and…
664 out of 1,400 gaming halls are located in poor neighbourhoods
In the United Kingdom, a new BBC investigation has revealed a disturbing fact: half of all land-based gaming halls are…
Scandal in Japan: 9 police officers arrested for illegal gambling
Nine police officers stationed in Hyogo Prefecture have been officially named as suspects in an investigation into illegal online gambling,…
Spectacular jackpots that marked 2025
The year 2025 will be remembered as an exceptional year for unexpected and spectacular wins, both in casinos and lottery…
Sweden: the gambling tax that is dividing the country
In Sweden, gambling taxation has become one of the most heated public debates in the regulatory landscape. A proposal to…
Holland Casino’s RTPs more secret than ever
What are Holland Casino's actual practices regarding payout rates to players (RTP)? Why are the authorities remaining silent on this…
Biscarrosse Casino: the transformation is underway
On the seafront of Biscarrosse-Plage, an iconic local entertainment venue is undergoing a profound transformation. Recently taken over by two…
Kalshi opens its data to the academic world
Kalshi has decided to take a major step forward: transforming what was considered a simple betting or speculation tool into…
“We do it legally” – FanDuel challenges Polymarket with new prediction platform
A new player is entering the prediction market. FanDuel, known for sports betting, is going one step further and launching…
‘We’d rather pay taxes than fines’ – Bet365 moves into regulated markets
A shock of sorts for the Stoke-on-Trent-based gambling giant. Bet365 reported a loss of £43.3 million for the 2024-2025 financial…
‘One in three gamblers thought about suicide’ – Unibet under pressure after new figures
The figures are painful and confronting. Since 2013, Unibet received hundreds of distress alerts from players who indicated they no…
Sports betting and the downward spiral: the unfiltered account of a former addict
Noah Vineberg, a 52-year-old Ottawa resident, is now celebrating more than seven years of abstinence after spending almost a million…
Easygo exceeds $5bn in net assets
In an economic environment marked by uncertainty, Easygo has surprised by the scale of its performance: a net profit of…
Kansspelautoriteit renews governance and organisation: more focus on player protection and data
The Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) is facing a new chapter. From 1 January 2026, the regulator will have a revamped board structure…
Playtech undervalued: hidden value ignored
Playtech undervalued: hidden value ignored At a time when the world of online gambling technology is being rocked by high-profile…