Here is what happened last week in the iGaming industry , from 25 November 2024 until 29 November 2024
Levo Chan, ex-CEO of Tak Chun Group, sentenced to 13 years for illegal gambling and money laundering, with HKD1.83B compensation ordered. Read Full Story
Yggdrasil expands into crypto gaming by partnering with CoinCasino, adding 2,500+ games, including hit slots, to the blockchain-powered platform. Read Full Story
Stakelogic partners with Netwin, bringing hit slots like Piggy Town and live games like Speed Baccarat to expand in the Italian iGaming market. Read Full Story
QTech Games opens a new Tech Hub in Malaga to boost innovation and expand in Africa, Europe, and Latin America, driving iGaming tech growth. Read Full Story
Kick to implement new gambling stream regulations. Read Full Story
Codere Online Reports Strong Q3 Despite Nasdaq Delisting Risk. Read full story
Superbet partners with GeoLocs to ensure geolocation compliance for its entry into Brazil’s regulated market, enhancing security and user experience. Read Full Story
Bloomberry Resorts names K-pop star Psy as brand ambassador for Solaire Resorts, enhancing cultural and entertainment offerings in the Philippines. Read Full story
Nigeria’s Supreme Court rules lottery control lies with states, not the federal government, redefining gaming laws with far-reaching effects. Read Full Story
British woman criticizes gambling ads after losing wedding gift money, highlighting exploitation of vulnerable players in impoverished areas. Read Full Story
Curaçao’s GCB may revoke BC.Game’s license due to financial issues and regulatory breaches after its parent company declared bankruptcy. Read Full Story
The number of individuals seeking treatment for gambling harm has increased by 10% over the past year, with 10,754 receiving support from the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN). The rise is attributed to earlier identification of cases and the inclusion of additional services. The NGSN provides free, personalized treatment, with most patients reporting improvements in their gambling behavior. The network also focuses on early intervention and preventive programs to reduce stigma and improve access to care. Read full Story
The Dutch Gaming Authority fined Blue High House €1.125M for offering unauthorized online gambling, violating rules on age verification and game limits. Read full story
BAGO warns that underage gaming persists on illicit sites despite Belgium’s raised legal gambling age to 21, with many young players circumventing age checks. Read Full Story
French senators approved tax hikes on gambling, raising GGR taxes for casinos and online operators to over 60%, causing concern about profitability and illegal gambling. Read full story
Oyo now charges for parking via the Metropolis app, with fees starting at $13 for up to three hours. This marks a shift away from free parking, following a wider trend in Las Vegas. Read full story
Sportsbet.io celebrated a $3.2 million jackpot win by a player who wagered just $5 on the Midnight Marauder Dream Drop slot. The payout, made in USDT, highlights the rising popularity of cryptocurrency in online gambling. Read full story
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