OpenAI Ramps Up Robotics Work in Race Toward AGI Summary OpenAI is intensifying its robotics push, recruiting researchers with expertise in humanoid systems and building a team to develop algorithms that let robots learn through teleoperation and simulation. Recent hires and job listings point to work on teleoperation, high-fidelity simulation (including Nvidia Isaac), sensing and […]
Can BasiGo put 1,000 electric buses on Kenya’s roads by 2027? Summary BasiGo, a Nairobi-based e-mobility startup, aims to have 1,000 battery-powered buses operating in Kenya by 2027 to replace diesel minibus services and cut urban emissions. The company has locally assembled 53 buses and has 27 more in production at its Thika assembly line—Kenya’s […]
BetGames releases Hero gamification tool to boost user engagement & retention | AGB Summary BetGames has launched Hero, a customisable gamification engine aimed at increasing player engagement, session length and retention while supporting cross-sell between RNG, slots and live dealer products. Operators can configure in-game challenges, awards (XP and coins), leaderboards and an in-app shop […]
Gaming Gateway: How to avoid the one-size-fits-all licensing trap Summary Gaming Gateway’s CCO Gary Harrison explains why licence applications can’t be copy‑pasted between jurisdictions. The interview highlights practical hurdles — from securing banks, PSPs and suppliers to tailoring AML procedures — and stresses the need for deep local market knowledge and political awareness when expanding. […]
Maryland Man Arrested with Guns, Ammo Near Casino Summary Anne Arundel County police arrested a 56-year-old Upper Marlboro man after finding his unoccupied blue 2016 Ford Explorer parked at Arundel Mills Circle in Hanover at about 8:45pm. Officers reported a semi-automatic rifle in plain view in the open trunk and, on a full search, seized […]
FanDuel reportedly to pay Jaguars $5m over former employee’s theft Summary FanDuel has reportedly reached a financial settlement with the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars after a major embezzlement case involving former Jaguars finance manager Amit Patel. According to sources cited by the Associated Press and first reported by ESPN, FanDuel agreed to pay roughly $5m earlier […]
Gamban becomes main sponsor of Danish esports team Summary ECSTATIC, a Danish esports team competing in Counter-Strike 2, has named Gamban its main sponsor in what is reported as the sport’s first harm-prevention sponsorship deal. The team rejected gambling sponsors in favour of a partnership that will fund a community Discord hub providing anonymous peer […]
PAGCOR executive says technology advancements aiding rise in illegal online gaming operators Summary PAGCOR Vice President for Human Resource and Development Group, Dr Angelito Domingo, warned that rapid technological advances are enabling a surge in illegal online gaming operators, creating instability for legitimate businesses. Speaking at the inaugural Asia-Pacific Regulators’ Forum at Newport World Resorts […]
Danish tax minister calls for talks on gambling reform Summary Denmark’s Minister of Taxation, Rasmus Stoklund, has formally called on parties in the Danish Parliament to begin negotiations on new measures to tackle gambling-related harm. The proposals centre on tighter marketing controls (including a proposed whistle-to-whistle ban on gambling ads during sports broadcasts), stronger prevention […]
Here is how Nigeria made ₦597 billion off your data bill in 2024 Summary Nigeria collected ₦597.65 billion in VAT from the information and communication sector in 2024 — driven largely by telecoms and rising data consumption. That figure marks a 122.31% increase from the ₦268.84 billion recorded in 2022. Data usage almost doubled in […]
