GambleAware to cease operations as statutory levy transition continues 25 July 2025 | By Robert Fletcher Summary GambleAware will halt its activities and transfer responsibility for gambling-harms research, prevention and treatment to the UK government and newly appointed commissioners by 31 March 2026. The move follows the introduction of a statutory levy in 2025 designed […]
A taxing change for VIPs: Will Trump’s omnibus bill force books to add sweeteners for whale players? Summary By Matt Rybaltowski | 25th July 2025 | Reading time: ~4 minutes This article explains recent tax moves at state and federal level that are changing the economics of high-stakes sports betting. Illinois introduced a tax on […]
State of the Union: ACC updates injury policy, new details on Rozier probe, more Summary The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has changed its injury-reporting rules ahead of the 2025-26 college season, requiring schools to post injury lists for several sports to address risks tied to sports betting. The move is framed as a player-safety and […]
No presentation given at first CAC hearing for MGM Empire City Summary At the first Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting for MGM Empire City, James Cavanaugh was elected chair and committee members were briefed on processes and expectations. MGM representatives did not deliver a presentation at the session; while not required, most other bidders have […]
Australia’s Lottery Corporation names Allwyn NA head as new CEO Summary Australia-based Lottery Corporation has appointed Wayne Pickup, currently CEO of Allwyn North America, as its new managing director and CEO. Pickup is due to start on 24 November 2025, subject to regulatory approvals in Australia. He has led Allwyn North America since March 2018 […]
Brazil regulated betting market raises $687.5m tax in first six months Summary Brazil’s newly regulated online betting market generated BRL3.8 billion (about $687.5 million) in tax revenue in the first six months of regulation, according to Federal Revenue Service (RFB) data. Monthly collections dipped in June to BRL764 million (down 6.1% from May’s BRL814 million), […]
Italy extends online gambling licence approval process to November Summary Italy’s regulator, Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), has extended the approval process for new online gambling licences so that full applicant checks can continue until 12 November 2025. The review had originally been due to finish by 17 September; successful applicants would then […]
Weekend Report: Irish bank adds gambling blocker, Stake scores Team Vitality deal Summary Welcome to iGB’s Weekend Report — key industry moves you might’ve missed. This edition covers PTSB’s new in‑app gambling blocker, Stake’s multi‑year tie‑up with Team Vitality, leadership changes at SIS, EveryMatrix’s North American CasinoEngine launch with Pinnacle Ontario, and Realistic Games expanding […]
Philippine President Marcos mum about online gambling ban Summary President Ferdinand “Bong Bong” Marcos Jr made no mention of online gambling in his 2025 State of the Nation Address, despite recent calls for a full ban and new bills filed in Congress. Lawmakers introduced two competing measures on 7 July: House Bill 1351, which would […]
Macau casino stocks rally as gaming revenue grows Summary Macau’s casino sector has seen a sharp upswing in gross gaming revenue (GGR) since May, pushing gaming shares up about 59% since April as results have beaten analyst expectations. May GGR reached MOP$21.19 billion (US$2.62bn), a 5% year-on-year rise and 12.4% increase on April, while June […]
