Match-fixing is a problem that has plagued the sports and sports betting sectors forever. The temptation of easy money has shown that even the most disciplined of athletes are not infallible and that the fight against fraud is a constant one. However, emerging technology has given a glimmer of hope that the battle could be…
Moving forward, New Zealand will apply a 16% tax on its Offshore Gambling Duty, as confirmed by Minister of Internal Affairs, Brooke van Velden, who said that the measure was adopted to create a new funding stream for communities. New Zealand Adjusts Tax on Gambling Ahead of Launch Van Velden’s government has announced a plan…
Leading UK gambling charity GambleAware has published a paper analyzing the current state of Britain’s online gambling regulations and whether they are fit for the modern age. The organization determined that the framework is outdated in certain places and encouraged reforms in order to shield children from exposure to online gambling. GambleAware Online Gambling Content…
Major League Baseball is working to limit “micro prop” betting, bets on specific in-game events, due to rising worries about professional sports integrity. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said league officials told him they were about to finalize deals with most big betting companies to remove these types of wagers from baseball markets. Ohio Governor Mike…
The independent administrative body that supervises and regulates gambling services in the Netherlands, the Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA), has hit BetCity with a EUR 2.65 million ($3.07 million) fine. The punitive measure came as a result of the operator failing to protect young players from gambling-related harm. Netherlands Gambling Authority KSA BetCity with a EUR…
Caesars Entertainment told analysts this week that the company is carefully watching the growing sports prediction market, ready to act if a legal path opens, without putting any of its state gaming licenses at risk. Caesars Entertainment sports prediction market The comments came during a call with Wall Street analysts, including Barry Jonas from Truist…
The upcoming bout between Steve Garcia (-130) and David Onama (+110) will see the two fighters clash in the featherweight division. As the headline event of the night, a lot is riding on both to perform well, with bookmakers tentatively setting the odds in favor of Garcia. Steve Garcia David Onama However, both bring plenty…
One of the more intriguing fights in the upcoming Vegas showdown on Saturday will be between Allan Nascimento (-230) and Cody Durden (+220). The question is whether the Brazilian will cruise to another victory, and if the American can do something to oppose him. At (+220), bookmakers have clearly made up their minds on Durden….
Iceland has a gambling problem, and the known facts may be just the tip of the iceberg. The country estimates that at least 1% of its population is severely addicted to some form of gambling activity. at least 1% of its population Gambling Addiction Spreads in Iceland Another 2% to 3% are dealing with various…
The economic heart of Las Vegas slowed down in September as both gambling income and tourist numbers dropped compared to the same month in the previous year. Even with this setback, experts and residents still believe the city’s ongoing growth will continue. Las Vegas September Nevada Casinos See September Dip but Still Cross $1B Mark…
