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MLB Speaks Up About Sportsbetting

MLB Speaks Up About Sportsbetting

Almost every major sports league has spoken out about the new laws that have allowed states to offer sports betting to their players. The NHL, NFL and NBA have all commented on the development but the MLB has stayed quiet – until now. Major League Baseball has finally issued a statement about the newly legalized […]
Sweden Receives Over 50 Gambling License Applications

Sweden Receives Over 50 Gambling License Applications

Around the world, we’re seeing more and more countries opening up their online gambling markets. Sweden is the latest nation to offer online casino games to its players, announcing its plans to regulate the industry. Already, more than 50 companies have submitted applications in hopes of being able to offer their products to online casino […]
Ireland to Double Gambling Tax

Ireland to Double Gambling Tax

Lawmakers in Ireland have made an important yet polarising decision. Their plan to double the current gambling tax could generate an extra €50 million for public spending but bookmakers are worried it could cause irreversible harm to their businesses. Potential Harm for Irish Betting Market In Ireland, there is currently a 1% tax on gambling […]
New Jackpot King Deluxe from Blueprint Gaming

New Jackpot King Deluxe from Blueprint Gaming

There a new progressive jackpot in town, providing online casino players with even more ways to win life-changing prizes. The new Jackpot King Deluxe network from Blueprint Gaming offers players the chance to win bigger and better prizes as they spin the reels on popular slots. Royal and Regal Jackpots Currently, Blueprint slots that run […]
The Stars Group Testing New VR Poker Product

The Stars Group Testing New VR Poker Product

Virtual reality poker is about to be the next big thing in the online poker world. Recently, The Stars Group announced that its new PokerVR product is undergoing testing, and will soon be available to public – allowing poker players to engage in cash games in tournament in a completely virtual setting. About PokerVR The […]
First-Ever Deal Signed Between an NHL Team and a Sportsbook

First-Ever Deal Signed Between an NHL Team and a Sportsbook

The NFL and NBA have quickly embraced the sports betting expansion across America, and now other major leagues are getting involved. The Vegas Golden Knights has now entered into a multi-year partnership with William Hill – the world’s leading betting operator. It is the first deal of its kind in the NHL. Making Big Plans […]
Regulators Take A Look at “Blurred Lines” Between Gaming and Gambling

Regulators Take A Look at “Blurred Lines” Between Gaming and Gambling

The lines between gambling and video games have become blurred in recent years. With loot boxes being used as wagering collateral and the introduction of more social games that feature casino themes, gaming regulators believe that now is the time to draw more distinct boundaries between actual gambling and playing video games for fun. 15 […]
Facial Recognition Could be Introduced at Macau Casinos

Facial Recognition Could be Introduced at Macau Casinos

An increase of gaming related crimes is becoming a big issue in Macao. The city has seen the number of casino robberies double over the past year, and it is certainly time that something is done about it. Well, lawmakers in Macau have a solution, and it involves facial recognition technology. Fighting Crime with Innovative […]
Microgaming to Launch Village People Online Slot

Microgaming to Launch Village People Online Slot

In the online casino world, we’ve seen our fair share of quirky branded slots – and Microgaming will be adding one more to the list. This week, the online slots developer has signed a deal with ITV Studios to create a game based on The Village People. Coming Soon in 2019 The Village People slot […]
NZ Government Launches Plan to Help Problem Gamblers

NZ Government Launches Plan to Help Problem Gamblers

Problem gambling is becoming a major issue in New Zealand, and the local government wants to do something about it. Recently, the Ministry of Health (MoH) has launched a consultation on its future strategy to prevent problem gambling rates from rising and minimize gambling harm. Feedback from this consultation will shape the direction of the […]