Author: Daniel Williams

Key Moments: Realistic Games has partnered with Bally’s Interactive to enhance its presence in the UK regulated iGaming sector. Bally’s Interactive has integrated a lineup of Realistic Games’ most notable titles into its platforms. The collaboration highlights sustained growth for Realistic Games, supported by recent successful partnerships. Strengthening Market Position Realistic Games has entered into a collaboration with Bally’s Interactive, aiming to solidify its standing in the UK’s regulated online gambling market. By leveraging this agreement, Realistic Games is set to extend its portfolio’s reach within a key jurisdiction. Integration…

Key Moments: As of 2025, GamStop recorded nearly 600,000 active registrations and a 44 percent increase in under-25 registrations in the first half of 2025. Crypto gambling generated more than eighty-one billion dollars in gross gaming revenue in 2024. The UK Gambling Commission has issued 287 notices since last spring, yet crypto casinos continue to evade UK oversight. Limits of GamStop in the Digital Era Across Britain, self-excluded players are regaining access to gambling through crypto-only casinos that operate outside the reach of GamStop. Introduced in 2018, GamStop requires all…

Key Moments: Illinois online sportsbooks paid $5.2 million in per-wager taxes in July, with DraftKings and FanDuel combining for nearly $4 million of that total. DraftKings and FanDuel together handled 15.8 million of the 20.7 million total digital wagers placed in July. Half of Illinois sportsbooks have begun passing the per-bet fee on to customers, while others raised minimum bets, in response to the new tax. Tax Policy Drives Immediate Revenue and Operator Reactions Illinois introduced a per-wager tax effective July 1, requiring licensed sportsbooks to pay $0.25 for every…

Key Moments: Vietnam has advanced plans to allow certain citizens to gamble at two casino resorts as part of a five-year pilot program. The Grand Ho Tram and a Sun Group project in Van Don have been selected for this initiative, pending compliance with financial and operational criteria. Proposals feature stricter entry procedures, electronic ID tracking, and mandatory long-term surveillance for all licensed casinos. Pilot Project Targets Two Major Casinos Vietnam is preparing to open the doors of two casino resorts to local players through a new pilot scheme, following…

Key Moments: Buzz Bingo reported a 4.9% increase in annual revenue, reaching £217.2m in 2024. Digital revenue grew 14% to £44.2m, while underlying EBITDA jumped 20% to £41.8m. 175,000 new player signups were recorded, with half under 35 years old. Full-Year Financial Performance Buzz Bingo, operating under Buzz Venus Group, delivered robust results in its 2024 financial year. The company reported a 4.9% growth in total revenue to £217.2m. Underlying EBITDA moved up 20% to £41.8m, reflecting effective cost management and successful execution of its growth strategies. Omnichannel Focus and…

Key Moments: The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has confirmed an upcoming investigation into harmful behavioral control practices by online gambling operators. Research conducted by Behavioural Insights found both positive and negative methods being used to influence player behavior by operators. The KSA said stricter rules could be introduced based on the findings, as current reforms face uncertainty amid government changes. Regulator Responds to Concerns About Player Manipulation The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), which oversees Dutch gambling, plans to investigate “negative behavioural control” used by online operators to sway players. Authorities indicated that insights gained…

Key Moments: The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has rejected claims of collaboration with anti-gambling advocates. BHA’s ‘Racing’s Cancelled Day’ campaign spotlighted opposition to merging betting taxes in the UK. No progress has been reported on the overdue horseracing betting levy reassessment. Rising Friction Over Proposed Tax Changes Relations between the British gambling and horseracing sectors have become strained as government discussions regarding betting tax reforms press forward. While these industries usually align on policy matters, the current debate has stirred accusations and clarified positions on proposed fiscal changes impacting both…

Key Moments: Eswatini’s lawmakers have approved a motion to create a centralized system for monitoring online gambling platforms. The new motion requires Minister Jane Simelane to submit a progress report to Parliament within two months. There are over 380,000 registered online gamblers in Eswatini according to recent legislative discussions. Legislative Action on Digital Gambling Platforms Faced with mounting concerns around problem gambling, the Kingdom of Eswatini’s House of Assembly has taken a significant step toward implementing centralized oversight for online gambling operators. The move came after intense deliberations, during which…

Key Moments: 19% of Canadians and 26% of Americans participated in sports betting over the past year NHL maintains its lead as the top betting sport in Canada, while the NFL dominates in the U.S. 75% of Canadians and 59% of Americans consider there to be too many sports betting ads Survey Overview and Methodology Montreal-based Leger, a standout in consumer insights and AI-driven market research, conducted a comprehensive survey from August 29 to 31, 2025. The study included 1,621 Canadians and 1,015 Americans, all aged 18 or older, focusing…

Key Moments: The community committee has rejected all three proposals for a Manhattan casino, including the Freedom Plaza project. The $11 billion Freedom Plaza development would have included 1,080 units of entirely affordable housing, but failed to secure approval. Five bids remain active for three downstate casino licenses in the New York City region. Major Setback for Manhattan Casino Efforts Manhattan is no longer in contention to host a new land-based casino after the community advisory committee firmly rejected a third and final proposal. The Freedom Plaza project, spearheaded by…