THB50m ($1.47m) deposit requirement remains despite earlier push to drop it. Key points: – Cabinet approves draft bill allowing casinos inside entertainment complexes – Locals still face THB50m bank deposit requirement and THB5,000 entry fee – Prime Minister says details remain open to amendment by Parliament Thailand’s cabinet has approved a draft bill that could…
The investment values Underdog at $1.23bn pre-money and marks the largest VC-led round for a US-based sports gaming company. Key points: Key points: – Spark Capital leads Series C round for Underdog with $70m first close, expected to exceed $100m – Spark Capital leads Series C round for Underdog with $70m first close, expected to…
Zeal Network SE achieved double-digit growth across key metrics in 2024, including a 62% increase in revenue and an 88% rise in EBITDA. Key points: Key points: – Revenue rose 62% to €188.2m; EBITDA increased 88% to €61.9m – Revenue rose 62% to €188.2m; EBITDA increased 88% to €61.9m – Lottery billings surpassed €1bn…
SCCG Research provides Gambling Insider with its latest exclusive excerpt exploring the past, present and future of distributed gaming in the US market. Early roots: Pull tabs, bingo and charitable gaming Early roots: Pull tabs, bingo and charitable gaming Distributed gaming has deep roots in American communities. Pull tabs, bingo halls and charitable raffles…
Partnership to develop digital and retail betting experience. Key points: – OpenBet to provide Loterie Romande with sportsbook technology and support platform migration – Partnership to establish a more responsible and regulated sports betting platform for Swiss players Loterie Romande, the regulated sports betting operator for French-speaking regions of Switzerland, has…
Evoke has reported preliminary unaudited financial results for FY2024, with group revenue rising 3% to £1.75bn and adjusted EBITDA increasing 4% to £312.5m. Key points: Key points: – FY2024 revenue rose 3% year-on-year to £1.75bn; adjusted EBITDA up 4% to £312.5m – FY2024 revenue rose 3% year-on-year to £1.75bn; adjusted EBITDA up 4% to £312.5m …
The influencer-led post was found to depict misleading success, encourage risky behaviours and breach multiple sections of the UK’s advertising code. Key points: Key points: – ASA upheld a complaint against PokerStars for an ad that portrayed gambling as an investment and encouraged excessive play – ASA upheld a complaint against PokerStars for an ad…
Long-time supporters officially take on governance roles. Key points: – John Wright and Darrell Helyar appointed to BetBlocker’s Board of Trustees – Both have previously supported the charity in a volunteer capacity – The appointments aim to support the charity’s long-term structure and direction BetBlocker, a UK-based charity focused on responsible gambling, has appointed John…
In a recent parliamentary exchange, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasised that betting and gambling are constitutional state subjects, responding to a query from DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran about online gaming regulation. Key points: – Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that betting and gambling laws fall under state jurisdiction as per India’s federal structure…
The changes are intended to protect customers and will come into effect on 19 December 2025. Key points: – The Gambling Commission has cracked down on the promotions casinos can offer players – This includes a ban on promotions that involve mixed products – The wagering requirement will also be limited to ten The Gambling…
