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Sri Lanka Proposes Gambling Regulatory Authority to Overhaul Sector

CanadaJune 10, 202528Views 0Likes 0Comments

Sri Lanka has taken its first legislative steps toward transforming its gambling landscape with the gazetting of a draft bill to establish an independent Gambling Regulatory Authority. Spearheaded by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who also holds the position of Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, the initiative reflects a broader government strategy to modernize…

ROGA Introduces Responsible Gaming Framework for VIP Programs in U.S. Sportsbooks

GamblingJune 10, 202530Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA), representing around 90% of legal sports betting handle in the U.S., has unveiled a comprehensive set of responsible gaming guidelines targeting VIP programs within sportsbooks. These recommendations aim to safeguard player well-being while maintaining rewarding loyalty initiatives for high-value customers. Dr. Jennifer Shatley, ROGA’s Executive Director, highlighted the importance…

Japan’s House of Representatives Passes Online Casino Ban Bill 2025

CanadaJune 10, 202528Views 0Likes 0Comments

Japan’s House of Representatives has recently passed a bill that would ban the operation and promotion of online casinos within the country. This move is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to tackle the growing issue of gambling addiction. The bill has garnered substantial backing from the Liberal Democratic Party, while the Constitutional Democratic Party…

A New Chapter for the Industry

Gambling, Gaming, NewsJune 10, 202530Views 0Likes 0Comments

On May 30, 2025, Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) concluded its call for applications for new remote gaming licenses, signaling a pivotal moment for the country’s online gambling sector. The move has sparked a mixture of concern and anticipation from industry stakeholders. In an exclusive interview with SiGMA News, Moreno Marasco, President of LOGiCO,…

Crypto.com Sues Nevada Over Block on Sports Event Contracts

CanadaJune 10, 202529Views 0Likes 0Comments

On June 3, 2025, Crypto.com’s derivatives division filed a lawsuit against the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) in the U.S. District Court for Nevada. The complaint centers on the regulator’s decision to block the company from offering derivative contracts tied to sporting events. According to Crypto.com, the NGCB’s actions were based on a “mistaken premise”…

Musk’s X Names Polymarket as Official Prediction Market Partner

GamblingJune 10, 202530Views 0Likes 0Comments

Elon Musk’s social media company X has formalized a partnership with Polymarket, designating the blockchain-based platform as its official prediction market partner. The collaboration comes just weeks after a previously announced partnership between Musk’s AI company xAI and prediction market Kalshi was abruptly withdrawn. X CEO Linda Yaccarino confirmed the collaboration, stating, “We are pleased…

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