Woman sentenced to prison for neglecting children while gambling
Launice Shanique Battle, a mother from Cary, North Carolina, was sentenced to state prison on July 25 for leaving her two children alone in a parked car, resulting in their…
UK government announces new ministerial team for gambling and culture
The UK's Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has announced a new ministerial team headed by Lisa Nandy. The reshuffle positions Nandy at the helm, promising a renewed…
Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest warned about gambling sponsorship deals
Two Premier League clubs, Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest, have come under scrutiny for their sponsorship deals with a betting site that does not hold a UK license. The latest…
Haskell Stakes garners praise from NJ authorities for gambling success
In a stellar showcase of the state's burgeoning sports betting industry, New Jersey authorities have reported a monumental $21.7 million in wagers placed during the Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park.…
EU Court to rule on German bettors’ claim for millions in unlicensed gambling
The German Federal Court of Justice has referred a pivotal case involving historic losses from online sports betting to the European Court of Justice (ECJ). This development significantly delays the…
New York actors debate impact of Times Square casino proposal
The proposed construction of a casino in the heart of Times Square is fueling a growing debate among New York theater worker groups. As conversations regarding new casino developments intensify,…
Nevada Gaming Commission focuses on Penn’s compliance issues in gambling sector
The Nevada Gaming Commission has expressed strong disapproval towards Penn Entertainment for severe compliance breaches. Key issues include the presence of minors in casinos and significant delays in updating company…
New season sparks diversification in Q1 esports betting
The new year signals the exciting commencement of the esports season with numerous titles launching their competitive events. Esports season kickoff The onset of the new year is synonymous with…
German Federal Court refers sports betting reimbursement case to European Court of Justice for legal compliance review
The Federal Court of Justice (BGH) in Germany is set to preside over a growing number of cases involving players attempting to recover their sports betting losses. This development follows…
Alberta to implement legal-compliance measures in launching commercial online gambling market, following Ontario’s roadmap
Alberta, including major cities Calgary and Edmonton, has revealed plans to open up its online gambling market, drawing inspiration from Ontario's successful framework established in 2022. As part of this…