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Bet365 Owners Consider Selling Britain’s Biggest Gambling Brand

The Coates family, headed by Britain's richest woman, Denise Coates, is reportedly considering selling off their assets in the massive Bet365 gambling company. According to sources close to the family, the sale might become a reality in anticipation of the rapid projected growth of the US gambling market. The Future of Bet365 - Informal Talks According to a recent exclusive report from The Guardian, the billionaire Coates family is considering selling off their considerable assets in the ma...

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Playtech Launches New Series of Dedicated Live Casino Tables

Playtech, the online casino software giant, recently launched a new series of dedicated live casino tables. Partnered with Evoke PLC, these new tables are set to offer customized, exclusive versions of popular Playtech products such as Mega Fire Blaze Roulette. The new tables are streamed from a brand new studio in Riga, Latvia, and are exclusively available in a select few live dealer casinos. Club Aurora Studio In an official announcement on April 17, 2025, Playtech unveiled the opening o...

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Dana White’s Expensive Gambling Habit: UFC Boss Under the Spotlight Again

Dana White, the president and CEO of the UFC empire, is once again in the headlines. Only this time it has nothing to do with the UFC, new fights or new events. According to Bloody Elbow, White’s right-hand man Hunter Campbell has publicly expressed great concern over White’s continued gambling habits, specifically a $3 million dollar session that allegedly made Cambell 'feel sick'. White’s gambling habits are not new, but the story has renewed interest in White’s long and tumultuo...

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Entain Under Investigation For Violating Anti-Money Laundering Regulations in Australia

Entain, a leading company in the worldwide gambling industry, has recently come under scrutiny by AUSTRAC, the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre. According to a claim published in December 2024, Entain is accused of “serious and systematic” failure to comply with various anti-money-laundering directives. The investigation could result in court appearances and potential fines for Entain. What is Entain? The Entain Group, formerly known as GVC Holdings, is an intern...

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Sweden Shutters All Land-Based Casino Gambling

According to a recent announcement from the Riksdag, Sweden's parliament, the last land-based casino in the country is due to be closed down. Citing low profitability and declining visitor numbers, the lawmakers moved to shutter Casino Cosmopol - the last, state-owned land-based casino in Sweden. Although no exact timeline has been given for the casino's closing, this seems like the end of an era for casino fans in Sweden, further highlighting the country's fast move towards online gaming....

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Soft2Bet Expands to Greece With ElaBet Launch

Soft2Bet has expanded its presence in Europe with the launch of ElaBet.gr in Greece, following the acquisition of a Greek operating licence. The launch was made possible through the combined efforts of Soft2Bet’s product, compliance, and marketing teams, ensuring full compliance with the regulatory standards set by the Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC). New ElaBet Casino ElaBet.gr is designed to stand out with a range of exclusive content, including Greek-speaking live casino tables and th...

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ICONIC21 Releases Blackjack 360, a Unique Multiplayer Game

The iGaming software provider ICONIC21 recently released a new addition to their blackjack portfolio called Blackjack 360. The new game is a unique blend of live blackjack and RNG-powered gaming. Although it doesn't feature a real dealer or actual cards like their live dealer blackjack game, Blackjack 360 connects players from around the world and allows them to share a table. What is Blackjack 360? According to ICONIC21's information, Blackjack 360 is a "dynamic, RNG-powered, seven-seat ga...

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PAGCOR Closes Two Casinos in the Philippines

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has declared its intention to close two casinos that have been underperforming as part of its rationalization strategy. This news comes despite the industry's strong performance in the Asian country, indicating that online casinos in the Philippines have completely overshadowed their land-based counterparts. Filipino Casinos Close On February 3, PAGCOR confirmed the closure of the Casino Filipino location in Talisay, Cebu, while also ind...

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Playtech Announces New Czech Live Casino Studio in Collaboration With SYNOT

Playtech, one of the biggest names in the live casino software industry (and casino software development in general) recently announced the launch of a new live casino studio in the Czech Republic. The launch was a result of a new partnership with the SYNOT Group, aiming to deliver fresh products for the Czech market. New Playtech Studio According to a post published on Playtech's official website on January 14 2025, the provider and SYNOT entered a strategic partnership. As a direct result, b...

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European Casino Association Highlights Commitment to Combat Illegal Gambling

The European Casino Association (ECA) has introduced a new manifesto aimed at addressing regulatory challenges and supporting the European Union’s policy goals for 2025–2029. The manifesto focuses on consumer protection, combating illegal gambling and promoting economic growth within the legal, land-based casino industry. ECA Research Findings The ECA estimates that illegal gambling operators generate €32bn ($33bn) in online revenue and €10bn in land-based gaming revenue annually ...

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