Georgia’s current status as one of the most gambling-unfriendly states in the US may soon change, as pro-gambling advocates push for the legalization of casino gaming and sports betting. Senator Brandon Beach is leading the charge in this movement and plans to introduce gambling legislation in the next legislative session. During a recent Joint Committees…
The Public Health Advocacy Institute has filed a lawsuit against DraftKings, alleging that the $1,000 bonus bet offer is misleading and unfair to players. According to the plaintiff, the terms and conditions attached to the bonus make it nearly impossible for players to actually receive the advertised amount. In order to receive the $1,000 bonus,…
Flutter Entertainment, a prominent online sports betting and gaming company, recently announced its commitment to donating up to £8 million ($10 million) to charitable initiatives in 2023 through its UK and Ireland division. The company, known for its innovative brands such as Paddy Power, Sky Betting & Gaming, and Betfair, also shared plans for upcoming…
Stats Perform, a leader in sports content, has announced an extension of its exclusive data agreement with the WTA Tour, the global professional women’s tennis tour. Under this agreement, Stats Perform will continue to gather and distribute official WTA data and live streams to its network of partnering sportsbooks. This extension builds on the long-standing…
The embezzlement charge against Danika Young, a cash cage supervisor at Four Winds Hartford Casino, has been dropped by prosecutors at the Van Buren County Prosecutor’s Office. Young, a 38-year-old long-time employee, was accused of stealing $700,000 from the casino vault on July 30 and then leaving the facility after receiving a mysterious phone call…
Sweden’s BOS Opposes Government’s Plan to Increase Gambling Tax The Branschföreningen för Onlinespel (BOS) in Sweden is pushing back against the government’s proposal to raise the gambling tax, deeming it a potential boon for the black market. BOS’s general secretary, Gustaf Hoffstedt, expressed his disapproval of the plan, stating that it would be like giving…
Brazil is making progress in its sports betting legislation, but is facing setbacks. The country is revising its rules on advertising as it prepares for the introduction of wagering. Recently, the Chamber of Deputies’ Communication Committee approved bill 3915/2023, which aims to restrict the promotion of unlicensed gambling by influencers and digital celebrities. This move…
Kambi, a leading provider of sports betting services, has announced that the signing of soccer icon Lionel Messi by Inter Miami has resulted in an unprecedented surge in betting activity on Major League Soccer (MLS) matches. According to the sports betting specialist, the popularity of Inter Miami and the MLS as a whole has seen…
According to the government, about 970,000 people would benefit from level 2 intensity treatment, which involves two to three sessions of motivational interviewing administered by gambling specialists. This group of people would be the majority of those affected. In addition, approximately 243,000 adults would require level 4 intensity treatment, consisting of 8 to 14 sessions…
The acquisition of the Dallas Mavericks by the Adelson family has sparked a wave of speculation within the gambling industry, particularly with regards to the potential impact on legalized gambling and sports betting in Texas. The deal, which is set to be finalized by the end of the year, will see the renowned billionaire Adelson…
