Playtech has combined solid financial growth with a landmark expansion into cruise entertainment, marking an important step in its strategy to broaden its global presence. The company’s half-year results for 2025 show a stable performance across both B2B and B2C segments, while its partnership with MSC Cruises introduces retail sports betting to the cruise industry.…
The Scottish government has formally confirmed its support for legislation that would outlaw greyhound racing, a move campaigners describe as historic for animal welfare. Agriculture Minister Jim Fairlie conveyed the government’s position in a letter to Scottish Green MSP Mark Ruskell, noting that the risks involved in racing greyhounds on oval tracks are substantiated by…
The European Gaming Congress (EGC) 2025 is set to be one of the most influential gatherings on the iGaming calendar, drawing unmatched support from Europe’s leading operators and technology providers. Scheduled for October 30–31 in Warsaw, Poland, the Congress has already attracted a record number of sponsors and participants, highlighting its growing importance as a…
Cryptocurrencies are no longer a fringe concept in the iGaming industry. What began as an offshore phenomenon associated with unregulated operators has started to enter regulated ecosystems, raising both opportunities and challenges. Around the world, regulators are testing how digital assets can fit into licensed online casinos, while operators weigh the potential benefits against compliance…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stood firmly behind the recently enacted Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, calling it a “major decision” aimed at safeguarding young people from the dangers of online gambling. Speaking in New Delhi during an event with teachers on September 4, he highlighted rising cases of debt, suicides, and…
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has underscored the significant contribution of the licensed online gaming sector to government revenues, while renewing warnings about the risks posed by unregulated operators. PHP69 Billion Collected in Seven Months In a report submitted to the House Committee on Games and Amusements, PAGCOR confirmed that the regulated online sector…
