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Key Moments: The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has cautioned clubs and hotels to ensure compliance with trading hours as Christmas draws near. Earlier in the year, 12 venues in Victoria faced combined fines and censure notices totaling AU$58,000 (€36,540) for gaming hour violations on significant days. Clayton RSL incurred the largest individual fine of AU$15,000 (€9,450) after a repeat breach involving poker machine operation beyond permitted hours. Regulator Issues Pre-Holiday Warning Victoria’s gambling authorities have encouraged local clubs and hotels to reassess their trading schedules as the…

Key Moments: Elantil has integrated THNDR’s skill-based PvP games into its online marketplace through a new partnership. Operators can now access customizable THNDR games like 21 or Bust, Hit Me! Blackjack, Skill Slots, Blocks, and Think-o. THNDR’s portfolio has achieved more than 3 million seamless player experiences. New Direction for PvP Skill Gaming Elantil has taken a major step in expanding its online marketplace by partnering with THNDR, a provider of skill-focused, player-versus-player games. Unlike standard iGaming content, THNDR’s offerings are entirely skill-based and do not require any involvement from…

Key Moments: The Gambling Commission has allowed Victoria Gate Casino to reopen following a suspension and the implementation of new compliance measures. During the suspension, the casino overhauled leadership, introduced enhanced AML and safer gambling training, and reorganized internal controls. An independent audit has been scheduled within six weeks to assess the effectiveness of the updated compliance framework. Background on Recent Suspension Victoria Gate Casino recently faced a temporary closure after the Gambling Commission suspended its license. This action was prompted by concerns related to the integrity of the venue’s…

Key Moments: Brightstar Lottery PLC entered into a contract to provide 1200 Retailer Pro S2 terminals to Pan Malaysian Pools SDN BHD The Retailer Pro S2 is designed for high performance and reliability, supporting various peripherals for enhanced lottery operations Brightstar serves almost 90 lottery customers across six continents and is the leading technology provider to 26 US lottery jurisdictions Contract Overview Brightstar Lottery PLC has finalized an agreement with Pan Malaysian Pools SDN BHD (PMP), a licensed numbers forecast operator in Malaysia. The contract involves the supply and delivery…

Key Moments: PG Soft has been named a sponsor for SiGMA South Asia 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Their sponsorship includes high-profile brand placements, a display image, and a 40-second promotional video. SiGMA South Asia 2025 is scheduled for November 30th to December 2nd at the Lumina Ballroom, Cinnamon Life City of Dreams. PG Soft Takes Center Stage at SiGMA South Asia Organizers officially announced PG Soft as a sponsor of SiGMA South Asia 2025. Moreover, the event will take place from November 30th to December 2nd at the Lumina…

Key Moments: UK gambling operators spent an estimated £2bn on advertising and marketing last year, surpassing remote gaming tax revenues. Industry groups disputed the £2bn estimate, claiming actual advertising spend is closer to £1bn, and highlighted a recent decline. Calls for higher gambling taxes have intensified amid growing scrutiny of marketing outlays versus claimed financial pressures. Advertising Spending Statistics and Debate New research from media insights group WARC indicated that UK gambling companies allocated approximately £2bn to advertising and marketing during the last year. This figure encompasses spending by bookmakers,…

Key Moments: Judge Andrew Gordon rescinded an earlier injunction favoring Kalshi on November 24, 2025 The ruling raises fundamental questions about the regulation of event-based trading and prediction markets in the United States Kalshi announced plans to appeal the decision to the Ninth Circuit, seeking federal protection for its operations Judge Gordon Reverses Course on Kalshi’s Operations A major regulatory development has unfolded in Nevada as District Judge Andrew Gordon overturned his previous ruling granting a preliminary injunction to Kalshi, a key player in the prediction markets industry. This reversal,…

Key Moments: Pennsylvania reported a record $544.7 million in total gaming and fantasy contest revenue for June 2025, up 15.4 percent from June 2024. The 2024-2025 fiscal year saw iGaming revenue reach approximately $2.47 billion, surpassing retail slot machine earnings for the first time. The state collected about $2.8 billion in gaming tax revenue, supporting public programs and services. Online Casinos Drive Unprecedented Growth Pennsylvania has surpassed both Nevada and New Jersey to become the top-earning commercial gambling state in the country. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) highlighted that…

Key Moments: The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) flagged 4,575 illegal betting ads between April and September 2025. Meta-owned platforms represented 79 percent of all betting-related ad violations identified during this period. ASCI found that 683 out of 1,173 influencer ads monitored were promoting offshore betting platforms. Rising Prevalence of Illegal Betting Promotions Offshore betting operators have significantly amplified their attempts to connect with Indian consumers through digital channels. In particular, they are increasingly leveraging influencers and local content creators. Despite the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act…

Key Moments: Flutter Entertainment has stated that FanDuel’s prediction market initiative will not compromise its U.S. online sports betting licenses. FanDuel has already attracted more than 110,000 users in Missouri ahead of its anticipated launch. Flutter’s share price has declined by approximately 25 percent this year, erasing about $11 billion in market capitalization. Strategic Entry Into Prediction Markets Flutter Entertainment is moving forward with FanDuel’s introduction of a prediction market product, asserting confidence that this new approach does not threaten its current U.S. online sports betting licenses. The company’s CEO,…