The UK Gambling Commission reveals: Over 640,000 player accounts restricted, nearly half due to high profits?

Andrew Rhodes, CEO of the UK Gambling Commission, recently released a set of important data regarding player account restrictions, which has attracted widespread attention in the industry.Data shows that out of the 14,923,840 active customer accounts reported in the UK, 643,779 accounts (accounting

Betfair suffers cyber attack: 800,000 user data leaked, gambling industry sounds alarm again

The well-known online betting platform Betfair recently confirmed that its database was subjected to a cyber attack in mid-July, resulting in the illegal acquisition of information from nearly 800,000 users. This incident primarily affected users in the UK and Ireland, becoming one of the successive

Playbook Football partners with Ladbrokes to enter the UK market for the first time.

UK betting operator Ladbrokes has become the first to launch the real-money football management betting game—Playbook Football, supported by Games Global under Playbook Fusion. This innovative product combines real betting with virtual football team management, allowing players to build teams throug

Credit Card Regulatory Ban: Saving Gamblers or Self-Deception?

Banning the use of credit cards for gambling may seem like a reasonable measure, aimed at preventing people from using "future money" to indulge in gambling and fall into financial difficulties. However, reality is far more complex than this logic. Is this ban a rational decision, a moral stance, or

Octoplay partners with Midnite to expand into the UK market, launching new games and the Jackpot Hunt feature.

Online casino game developer Octoplay has announced a partnership with UK operator Midnite to further expand its market footprint in the UK. This integration will bring Octoplay's selected game series to the Midnite platform and plans to subsequently launch its cumulative bonus suite, Jackpot Hunt.M

Bet365 releases Club World Cup report: UK, Spain, Brazil account for 70% of bets, with frequent upsets yet operators profit greatly.

In the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup, Bet365 held an optimistic view on the overall betting performance, despite a 21.6% decline in total bets compared to the UEFA Champions League final. Data shows that 67.9% of the bets came from the UK, Spain, and Brazil, making them the largest markets for the e

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Gambling Reform in the UK has initiated a review of gambling regulations, which may lead to new legislation.

The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Gambling Reform (APPG) in the UK recently announced the launch of a public inquiry into the future of British gambling regulation, aimed at assessing the adaptability and effectiveness of the current regulatory system in the digital age. This review will particul

Mr. Vegas becomes the main sponsor on the England jersey: Becomes the front-of-shirt sponsor for Sheffield Wednesday for the 2025/26 season.

Online casino brand Mr Vegas has been officially appointed as the front jersey sponsor for Sheffield Wednesday Football Club for the 2025/26 season, marking the brand's first role as a jersey front sponsor in a UK football club. Previously, Mr Vegas was the jersey back sponsor for the club last seas

The UK Parliament launches an investigation into gambling regulation, aiming to assess legislative reforms and adaptability to the digital age.

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Gambling Reform in the UK recently announced the launch of a public inquiry into the future regulatory framework for gambling in the country. The inquiry aims to assess the current legal regulations' capacity to address gambling harms, their suitability in

British regulators rule on two gambling ads: Play'n GO found in violation, Mecca Bingo exonerated

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) recently ruled on two complaints related to gambling advertisements, demonstrating its focus on both "image content + audience targeting" in its review logic. Play'n GO was found in violation for advertising images that allegedly appealed to minors, while

Inspired games integrated into the Torrero aggregation platform, covering markets in the UK, Estonia, and Mexico.

Inspired Entertainment is accelerating its international expansion efforts, recently announcing a content distribution partnership with casino and sports betting content aggregation platform Torrero.Under the agreement, Inspired's game product portfolio will be available through the Torrero platfor

Altenar extends its sponsorship of the Isle of Man Marathon until 2027, continuing to support local sports development.

Sports betting technology provider Altenar announced the extension of its sponsorship agreement for the Isle of Man Marathon and Half Marathon until 2027, continuing its involvement in local sports events. This renewal marks the third consecutive year the company has supported this most influential

The demand for gambling cessation among young people has surged, and GambleAware has launched its first self-help support app.

The UK charity GambleAware has launched a new "support tool" app, offering free, anonymous help services for users who intend to reduce or quit gambling. The app incorporates the Low-Risk Gambling Guidelines (LRGG), allowing users to track gambling habits, set goals, and receive personalized advice

Has the appeal of the London stock market declined? British betting companies listed on the market have sharply decreased, with capital favoring the American market.

In the past decade, the number of gambling operators on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) has significantly decreased, driven by industry consolidation, regulatory uncertainty, and global economic trends, leading capital flows towards the US market. Peel Hunt analyst Ivor Jones noted that the overall

Sportradar's acquisition of IMG Arena faces UK regulatory scrutiny, CMA launches preliminary investigation to solicit opinions.

Following the announcement by Sportradar Group AG of its plans to acquire IMG Arena US Parent, LLC, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated a preliminary review process to assess whether the transaction could potentially weaken the competitive environment in the UK sports data a

The UK Gambling Commission will fully reform the financial penalty framework in October 2025!