
Austrian gaming equipment supplier Novomatic AG has extended its acquisition deadline for the Australian listed company Ainsworth Game Technology for the third time, setting February 6, 2026, as the final deadline. This decision was confirmed through a regulatory filing on January 30, marking the fi

DraftKings is launching a new online sports betting account deposit method for users in some US states, allowing cryptocurrency to be converted into cash before being deposited into accounts. This move was publicly discussed at a recent Massachusetts Gaming Commission meeting, initially covering Ill

The only remaining racetrack in the Chicago area, Hawthorne Race Course, is facing severe financial difficulties, with unpaid debts and suspended events continuing to ferment, causing concern among industry professionals that the track may soon cease operations. At the Illinois Racing Board meeting

Global live gaming solutions leader TCSJOHNHUXLEY shone at ICE Barcelona 2026, concluding a successful three-day exhibition at the Barcelona International Convention Centre. This industry event gathered professionals worldwide, providing an excellent platform for the company to showcase its most co

In 2025, China's lottery market set a new annual sales record, but the growth rate slowed significantly to 0.7%, in stark contrast to the robust growth of 7.6% in 2024. During the same period, the Constitutional Court of Colombia suspended an emergency decree that included a 19% VAT on gambling, wit

The Constitutional Court of Colombia recently suspended an emergency decree that included a 19% VAT on gambling, with online gambling now only subject to a 15% standard gambling tax, and it is highly unlikely that this VAT will be reinstated in the election year of 2026. Meanwhile, the city council

The Philippines recently exhibited a stark contrast in the gambling sector with a policy of "one ban, one promotion": The Baguio City Council, in its commitment to maintaining a "city with character," rejected RCC Global's application to open an electronic bingo (E-Bingo) business, while the Manila-

Recently in the Philippines, the dynamics of gambling and entertainment are intertwined. The online entertainment platform Casino Plus held the "Angpao Rain Gala" grand award ceremony in Manila, distributing a total cash reward of 180 million pesos to 600 video creators, setting a local record for s

The Governor of the Central Bank of the Philippines, Eli Remolona, issued a warning on Monday that the country is at risk of being placed back on the grey list as the next round of assessments by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) approaches in 2027. The Philippines had successfully exited this

The legalization of sports betting continues to expand, and the dissatisfaction of bettors has led to increasingly common harassment of athletes. An anonymous survey of 75 NFL players revealed that they often face harassment ranging from demands for money to death threats due to their performance in

The 60th Super Bowl (Super Bowl LX) compresses a month's worth of gambling industry dynamics into one explosive week, with sports betting platforms, prediction markets, and regulatory bodies all taking intensive actions before the game starts. As the nationwide betting volume is expected to peak, is

Louisiana legislators have pre-filed a bill planning to include illegal activities related to lottery-style gambling under the anti-Racketeering law. This move is an enforcement upgrade targeting such violations after last year's governor vetoed related bans and regulatory bodies issued multiple cea

1xBet Strategic Advisor Simon Westbury has won industry accolades, being selected as the 2025 IGT Leader by the editorial team of iGaming Times. This honor is recognized by both the media and industry peers, highlighting his significant value to the global online gambling industry and confirming th

In 2026, the Macau gaming industry started the year with a "lucky beginning," achieving a total gaming revenue (GGR) of $27.9 billion in January, not only a 24% increase year-over-year but also setting a record high since January 2019. This performance represents an 8.4% month-over-month increase fr

Despite a robust performance in Macau's total gambling revenue (GGR) in January, influenced by the distribution of the Chinese New Year holiday, several investment banks predict a slowdown in February GGR growth, which is expected to be uneven. Citibank, Credit Agricole, and Deutsche Bank have given

South Korea's state-run casino operator, Grand Korea Leisure (GKL), has once again made it clear that there are no plans to develop a casino resort in Seoul, in response to recent media speculation. The company filed documents with the Korea Exchange on Monday, reiterating that it has not pursued an