Gambling

A retired state police officer turned compliance director for Pace-O-Matic, a gaming company known for its controversial skill games, faces allegations of corruption. Ricky Goodling, who once helped regulate the gaming industry, is now accused of fostering the illegal spread of gambling devices across Pennsylvania. Allegations of Racketeering and Corruption Ricky Goodling, formerly the national compliance…

Many Dutch professional football clubs are grappling with a looming financial crisis as a ban on gambling sponsorships and advertising takes effect from 1 July. The move, aimed at curbing gambling addiction and its societal consequences, is set to cost the clubs tens of millions of euros annually. The Financial Fallout: Clubs Face Major Losses Eredivisie…

Several Native American tribes in California have filed a lawsuit against numerous card rooms across the state, alleging that these establishments are operating illegal gambling games that infringe upon the tribes' exclusive rights. Tribes Claim Exclusive Rights to Certain Casino Games The lawsuit, initiated by seven tribes including the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and…

Sports betting has grown into a massive industry across the United States, but the way it's funded raises pressing questions. As millions wager on everything from Super Bowl outcomes to obscure cricket matches, many are doing so with borrowed money—and that’s a problem. Using credit cards to place bets adds layers of risk, cost, and…

The Swedish government has officially confirmed that the country will ratify the Council of Europe’s Convention on the Manipulation of Sports Competitions, commonly known as the Macolin Convention. This move marks a significant step in Sweden’s efforts to combat match-fixing and preserve the integrity of sports. Sweden Joins Growing List of Countries Combatting Match-Fixing Sweden’s decision…

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians (SSM) has escalated its years-long legal battle to the U.S. Supreme Court, challenging the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) decision that blocked its plans for a Detroit-area casino. Earlier this week, the tribe filed its appeal, hoping for a breakthrough that could reshape its economic and social…

Tribal leaders are showing confidence in Doug Burgum, President Donald Trump’s choice for Secretary of the Interior, brushing aside early speculation that he might hinder online gambling agreements between tribes and states. Burgum, the sitting North Dakota governor, will soon oversee the department tasked with reviewing tribal-state compacts under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA). With…

New Jersey lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could decriminalise gambling by those under 21, transforming it from a criminal offence into a civil violation. Under the new legislation, offenders would face fines, and the funds collected would be funnelled into gambling education, prevention, and treatment programmes. The proposed bill also seeks to penalise adults who…

The government of Uzbekistan has taken a significant step in regulating the online gambling and lottery industries. A resolution passed by the Cabinet of Ministers on December 6 and publicly announced on December 12 sets the framework for licensing these activities. This decision follows a presidential decree issued in April 2024, paving the way for…

Gambling.com’s decision to acquire OddsJam has drawn praise from Jefferies Equity Research analyst David Katz, who highlighted the strategic benefits in a December 12 investor note. Katz described the deal as immediately accretive to both earnings and margins, with projections for 20% growth in OddsJam’s business by fiscal year 2025. He also reaffirmed a "Buy"…