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The future of daily fantasy sports (DFS) and online poker in Ontario is set to be decided in a high-stakes court battle next week. The province’s top court will hear arguments that could determine not just the legality of these popular activities in Ontario, but potentially shape the future of online gambling across Canada. Ontario Government…

Wind Creek Hospitality, the hospitality arm of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has confirmed its plans to acquire the Birmingham Racecourse and Casino in a deal expected to significantly enhance the venue’s reputation and capabilities as a leading entertainment destination in the Southeast. The agreement, finalized with the McGregor family, will see Wind Creek take…

Thailand is on the verge of a monumental shift in its gambling landscape, with a new bill in the works that could open the doors to legal casinos within integrated resorts (IRs). The legislation is being fast-tracked, and if passed, it will pave the way for a multi-billion-dollar casino market that could transform Thailand into…

Peter & Sons, the dynamic Barcelona-based game studio, is making waves in Italy, thanks to a new collaboration with Octavian Lab, one of Rome's leading software providers. The partnership, announced on November 20, 2024, marks a major step in the studio’s international expansion, helping its games reach a broader audience in the thriving Italian iGaming…

UK’s Gambling Ads Fall Short of European Standards, Experts Say Despite being at the forefront of research into gambling-related harm, the UK’s gambling marketing regulations are under fire for being less restrictive than many European nations. A report from the University of Bristol and Ipsos, commissioned by GambleAware, highlights a growing divide between Britain’s relatively…

A High-Stakes Penalty: DraftKings Faces $425K Fine in Ohio DraftKings, the Boston-based sports betting giant, is now facing a hefty fine of $425,000 after Ohio regulators caught the company in violation of two major compliance rules. The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) announced the fine on Wednesday, following a settlement agreement with the bookmaker. These…

Caesars Continues iGaming Growth with New Jersey Launch Horseshoe Online Casino has officially entered New Jersey, marking a significant milestone in its expansion across North America. As of Tuesday, the online casino has gone live in the Garden State, adding New Jersey to its growing list of markets, which already includes Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia,…

A Historic Shutdown: What Led to the Closure of Catskill OTB? After five decades of operation, Catskill Regional Off-Track Betting (OTB) is set to shut its doors at the end of this month. The announcement comes as a result of dwindling revenues and the inability to attract a fresh fan base for horse racing. As…

Bally’s Corporation shareholders have given the green light to the company’s $4.6 billion merger with The Queen Casino & Entertainment, a deal orchestrated by Bally’s largest shareholder, Standard General. The approval marks a major step forward in the acquisition, which will see Standard General take full control of Bally’s and its operations. A High-Profile Deal with…

A push to authorize a new casino in Virginia’s D.C. suburbs has hit a major roadblock, as a bill authorizing the establishment of a retail casino in Tysons has failed to make it out of committee. Despite the setback, the bill’s sponsor, Senator Dave Marsden, is not backing down and plans to restart the debate…