Focus on GLI: Creating a single standard for security with GLI-GSF Summary Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) is rolling out modules of the Gaming Security Framework (GLI-GSF), the industry’s first dedicated information security standard for gaming. The framework currently includes modules covering vendor controls, land-based gaming controls and online gaming controls, with further modules planned. GLI […]
Will High Street gambling feel wrath of regulation? Summary The Commons is coalescing around a push to tighten rules on high street gambling, led by Labour MP Dawn Butler. Central to the campaign is repealing the “Aim-to-Permit” element of the Gambling Act 2005 so local councils can regain stronger planning and licensing control over betting […]
Maine Governor Signs Bill to Allow Tribes to Run Online Casinos Summary Maine has moved to legalise online casinos specifically run by its Wabanaki Nations after Governor Janet Mills signed LD 1164, “An Act to Create Economic Opportunities for the Wabanaki Nations Through Internet Gaming.” The law restricts licences for online casino operations to the […]
Virginia Lawmakers Renew Push to Legalise Online Casino Gaming Summary Delegate Marcus Simon has prefiled House Bill 161 (HB 161) for the 2026 session to legalise real‑money online casino gaming in Virginia. The proposal would let licensed land‑based casino operators run internet gaming — including slots, table games, poker and live dealer products — under […]
Why affiliates who don’t use AI will fall behind Summary Marcello Pollo, CEO of Talking & Gaming, explains why AI is now central to affiliate performance in iGaming — particularly in Latin America and the newly regulated Brazilian market. Talking & Gaming drives most traffic via Google PPC and Performance Max campaigns and uses AI […]
Florida Senator Pushes Broad Gambling Overhaul and Strips DEI Rules Summary Senator Clay Yarborough has filed SB 1164 for the 2026 Florida legislative session, proposing wide-ranging changes to the state’s gambling laws. The bill would remove diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) language tied to appointments and contracting for the Florida Gaming Control Commission and slot-machine […]
Missouri Fights Chiefs’ Betting Rights as Team Plans Kansas Move Summary Missouri lawmakers are advancing Senate Joint Resolution 109 and related measures aimed at stripping team-linked sports betting privileges from professional franchises that no longer play their home games in the state. The move is widely understood to target the Kansas City Chiefs after the […]
Swiss Casinos: Driving Regulated iGaming Growth in 2026 Summary Deborah Conte Santoro of Swiss Casinos explains how ReelLink — a proprietary distribution layer — lets operators deliver certified online casino content directly to land-based slot cabinets without replacing hardware or interrupting operations. By synchronising online and retail content updates, ReelLink aims to close the long-standing […]
Prince Group boss Chen Zhi arrested, charged with running Cambodian scam farm Summary Chinese national and Prince Group chairman Neak Oknha Chen Zhi, 38, was arrested in Phnom Penh and deported to China after being accused of running multinational “pig butchering” scam farms. Cambodian authorities say he faces charges including running cyberscams, money laundering, human […]
Brightstar Lottery and Scientific Games joint venture awarded 15-year lottery contract for new state of São Paulo Lottery in Brazil Summary Brightstar Global Solutions (a Brightstar Lottery subsidiary) and Scientific Games have formed SP Loterias SPE S.A. and signed a 15-year concession with the Government of São Paulo to operate the new São Paulo state […]
