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Thailand’s cabinet has approved a draft gambling bill which, if successfully implemented, would see land-based casinos enter the country. 

Gambling operators will now be banned from offering potentially harmful offers that would see consumers have to carry out two types of gambling, such as betting and slots.

The report, comprised of data through to April 2024, details positive trends within GamCare – as the charity beats industry averages in terms of mean and median gender and ethnic pay gaps.

Games studio Million Games have revealed that it is embarking on a journey to gain “some of the toughest and most prestigious licences in the gaming industry”.

The advertisement, uploaded on 23 December 2024, featured two prominent social media influencers; Rory Jennings and Adam McKola. 

The day is aiming to reduce stigma, encourage conversations, and provide access to support networks, for those who are struggling with gambling-related issues.

As part of the new landscape, the entity headed up by CEO Anne Marie Caulfield will form a consultative panel of industry insiders to ensure two-way communication to set up and adhere to standards.

However, whilst announcing their 2024 results, Evoke revealed that they’re behind their 2025 budget expectations, as well as their revenue growth target of 5-9%. 

Flutter, which owns popular betting entities Paddy Power and Betfair, among others, is undertaking this manoeuvre in a bid to “reflect the way the company now manages operations and allocates resources.”

York’s public health chief has called for an effective blackout on gambling advertising, similar to how tobacco ads have been phased out. 

Analysis of the continent’s figures comes as a direct result of a partnership between the EGBA and H2 Gaming Capital – the latter a renowned data intelligence firm.

A casino bill proposed by the Thai Government has received a major boost ahead of crucial debates this week, as the country’s Finance Ministry revealed that a public consultation - regarding the proposal - attained positive feedback from 80% of those asked. 

Australian slot machine manufacturer, Aristocrat Leisure, is taking four gaming companies to court in the UK, claiming they have caused Aristocrat to lose reputation, goodwill sales and revenue by copying the group’s Buffalo online slot machines. 

The findings, conducted by IFF Research and the University of Bristol, indicated a strong correlation between people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and significant gambling harm. 

QuinnBet has successfully transferred its services to a modern platform operated by Pragmatic Solutions, as the company endeavours to improve its standing in the UK and Ireland. 

The operator, which oversees 36 land-based venues across Britain, has been found guilty of failing to comply with anti-money laundering (AML) measures. 

International Game Technology (IGT) and Sisal have been confirmed as the two bidders battling it out to secure the highly sought-after nine-year contract for the Italian lottery concession.

Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) chief executive Anne Marie Caulfield has said that the newly initiated body will use the “full toolkit” within its remit to prioritise compliance and conduct to combat gambling harms.

The founder of Paddy Power has criticised that new legislation brought in by the Government, designed to protect players, doesn’t go far enough to prevent problem gambling when it comes to online slots. 

Thailand has unveiled a proposal to manufacture casino complexes in four locations within the country: Bangkok, Chonburi, Chiang Mai and Phuket. 

 A 59-year-old care home chef wins a huge prize jackpot after playing Pixies of the Forest slot game in a UK casino.

The London Waterfront Experience is situated adjacent to the Royal Docks, and will also involve an iGB L!VE takeover of the Waterfront Street Kitchen and Bar.

According to the initial report — which covers Q4 2024 and the full 12-month period — 2024 saw Allwyn attain a 12% growth of £7.41bn in group gaming revenue (GGR) year-on-year; a new record for the organisation. 

A 66-year-old from Hampshire, told the BBC that his new addiction only developed after taking the prescribed medication, Ropinirole. He ended up being awarded a £70,000 settlement from his GP. 

This newfound partnership will see several popular Inspired Entertainment games, such as Gold Cash Free Spins, 20p Roulette, Cops ‘n’ Robbers Big Money and Reel King Big Money on Ivy Casino's online platform.

A report has found that gambling-related harm costs the London borough of Brent around £14.3m a year, with the area having double the national average of problem gamblers.

Flutter Entertainment are likely to launch a bid for the Italian Lotto tender, in the realms of £3bn-£4bn.

According to an investigation by Investigate Europe, the two companies are allowing players to make transactions on nine websites that are targeting and scamming UK customers. 

The ‘Gambling and Gaming Specific Outpatient Programme’, this scheme seeks to provide rehabilitation for those who suffer from problem gambling;

The show returned for one series in 2006, when it was hosted by comedian Dave Spikey, and, following a successful one-off Christmas special in 2024.

OnAir Entertainment, which is Games Global’s exclusive studio partner, will provide bespoke content for the platform with the personalised games you won’t find anywhere else. 

A legal expert has advised major gambling industry operators could be forced to revisit terms and conditions, following the British High Court ruling on the Paddy Power £1m jackpot payout.

Jamie Foxx has starred in a new casino commercial for BetMGM titled ‘Vegas Nights’ which places a focus on the company’s current reward system, integrating the BetMGM app with various hospitality and gaming experiences

The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has launched a new consultation that seeks to refine the wording and optimisation of new deposit limit regulations that are set to be enforced on 31 October 2025. 

UK gambling harms charity and organisation, GambleAware, have appointed Andy Boucher as the charity’s chair of trustees following Professor Griffiths CBE's step-down. 

Corrinne Dubber, 62, was playing the Wild Hatter casino game when the screen appeared to show that she won a ‘Monster Jackpot’ worth £1,097,132.71.

Streaming platform YouTube have stated they will remove any content that links to gambling websites, in a move aimed to protect users from gambling harm. 

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland are set to take control of the gambling industry, deciding who will get licences to operate in gaming, betting and lottery in Ireland.

High street bank Santander have been criticised for contacting customers in relation to their gambling habits. 

The sanction has been issued for “wholly unacceptable” failures to take the appropriate action to protect vulnerable customers, as well as not meeting anti-money laundering (AML) requirements. 

Swintt boasts over 135 games in their portfolio, which will now be made available to UK players via NetBet UK. 

The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket could be the first to allow their customers to buy National Lottery tickets from a self-service machine.

The annual general meeting took place on Thursday 27 February and Baroness Twycross confirmed start dates for the new levy and new White Paper implementations.

Interim CEO D'Arcy Myers has been in the role since August 2023 following the resignation of Anna Hemmings, now Victoria Corbishley will assume the role.

Yggdrasil grows its presence in the UK market after the confirmation of Rank Group partnership. 

Swedish game studio, ELK Studios will be releasing their sophomore slot to their debut deep sea-themed Oxygen (2023) title, called Oxygen 2 on 4 March 2025.

Lachlan Fitt, deputy chief executive officer of Entain Australia, has quit the business, following on the heels of Entain NZ managing director, Cameron Rodger, and global chief executive, Gavin Isaacs. 

The no-fuss MrQ casino will offer some of Swintt’s increasingly expansive range of games including Wild Wild North and Pirate Pledge: the latter is slated for launch at the end of March. 

The Observer reported on an investigation made looking into backhanded deals made with gambling operators by the UK Gambling Commission.