Betting

Cypriot MPs have passed a contentious bill raising the betting levy from 3% to 4.5% of net earnings, aiming to funnel additional funds into football clubs and youth academies. The decision, approved by a narrow margin—27 votes for and 25 against—has ignited both support and sharp criticism across political and public circles. The additional levy revenue…

Matt Zarb-Cousin, the co-founder and director of external affairs at Gamban, has urged that horse racing be exempt from the UK’s newly introduced affordability checks, arguing that the sport is being unfairly grouped with higher-risk betting activities like online casinos and slots. Growing Tension Over Affordability Checks The UK Gambling Commission launched its financial risk checks…

Governor Kemp Celebrates Expansion of PrizePicks, a Company Operating in a State Where Sports Betting is Still Illegal Governor Brian Kemp officially inaugurated PrizePicks' expanded headquarters in Atlanta on Thursday. The event marked a significant milestone for the company, even as Georgia continues to hold firm against legalised sports betting. Despite the legal barriers, PrizePicks has…

Nevada gaming regulators are contemplating a significant shift in their oversight of sports wagering. At the heart of the discussion is whether third-party sports-data providers—entities increasingly vital to the betting ecosystem—should be licensed under state regulations. A recent workshop hosted by the Nevada Gaming Control Board sparked debate on the topic, with potential changes on…

Bet365, one of the world’s leading online gambling operators, has officially launched its sports betting app in Indiana, making it the eighth U.S. state to offer its services. The launch comes at a time when Indiana’s sports betting market is thriving, with over $4 billion in total handle and $400 million in revenue in 2023. The…