UKGC Moves Ahead with Mandatory Deposit Limits to Strengthen Player Protection

UKGC Moves Ahead with Mandatory Deposit Limits to Strengthen Player Protection Summary The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is advancing a package of measures to strengthen consumer protections by mandating clear deposit limits for all licensed online gambling operators. New rules launch in two stages: initial requirements take effect on 31 October 2025, with a full […]

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G2E: Illegal markets cause issues for legal operators

G2E: Illegal markets cause issues for legal operators Summary The Global Gaming Expo session highlighted a growing crisis: illegal and offshore gambling operators are siphoning enormous sums from regulated markets, undermining revenue, consumer protections and efforts to combat organised crime. The American Gaming Association estimates the US loses approximately $550 billion annually to illegal operations. […]

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Tribes win when Supreme Court declines to hear case

Tribes win when Supreme Court declines to hear case Summary The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a challenge brought by Maverick Gaming (now RunItOneTime) against the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) and tribal gaming compacts in Washington state. The company, which has filed for bankruptcy, sought to invalidate tribal compacts — including […]

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Aristocrat announces agreement to acquire Awager

Aristocrat announces agreement to acquire Awager Summary Aristocrat Leisure Limited has agreed to acquire Awager from funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management for an undisclosed sum, subject to regulatory pre-approvals. Awager is a leading provider in the regulated Live Slot Streaming segment, offering real-time slot gameplay experiences by streaming third-party content to players. Headquartered in […]

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