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California Gambling Control Commission warns of impersonation scam

The California Scratch Card page claims to be a lottery retailer in the US, despite posting almost exclusively in Filipino.

2 min read • Jan 16 • By Megan Elswyth

Hong Kong Rugby Sevens marks 50th anniversary with HKJC partnership

Rugby and racing programming will be aligned across sevens week for the first time through a new partnership involving Hong Kong China Rugby, the Hong Kong Jockey Club and Hong Kong Football Club.

3 min read • Jan 16 • By Shaan Khan

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 2 more

ED attaches Rs 21.45 Crore in Mahadev betting app investigation

The provisional attachment targets properties and investments allegedly derived from illegal gambling proceeds.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Jack Found

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

Myanmar investigates illegal foreign residents linked to online fraud and gambling

Sixteen foreign nationals detained in Myawaddy as authorities accelerate deportation procedures.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Keih Ma

India: Large-scale cockfights held despite legal ban

Authorities warn of strict action as betting, crowds and political patronage persist across coastal districts.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Keih Ma

Financial Land Based + 2 more

Universal Entertainment Q4 EBITDA drops 88.5% to PHP 238m as Okada Manila revenue declines

Preliminary results show weaker gaming performance at the Manila integrated resort, offsetting steadier non-gaming revenue and highlighting continued volatility in the Philippine market.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Shaan Khan

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

Thailand: Party leader vows zero tolerance over online gambling links

Party says no member will be shielded from legal scrutiny as investigation proceeds.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Keih Ma

Casino Marketing + 2 more

PhilWeb partners with Hann Casino on regulated online gaming

Filing says PhilWeb will provide operational and technical support as Hann retains regulatory oversight.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Keih Ma

A group of people in a support group, with "BetBlocker" and "2025" on the right.

Responsible Gambling Systems & Software + 5 more

BetBlocker FY25: Over 300,000 active users as average customer cost reaches £0.98

BetBlocker operates free and anonymous gambling blocking software that is entirely funded by charitable donations.

4 min read • Jan 14 • By Megan Elswyth

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

IPI majority shareholder detained by ICE amid Saipan casino bankruptcy proceedings

The arrest comes as Imperial Pacific International’s long-running bankruptcy process advances, including the court-approved sale of its former Saipan casino assets.

3 min read • Jan 14 • By Shaan Khan