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Brazil intensifies crackdown on illegal gambling networks

New operations are expected to target illicit revenue streams used by criminal groups, including unlicensed betting platforms.

1 min read • Jun 2 • By Layla Victoria

Virginia sports betting revenue climbs 15.1% to $64.6m during April

The increase in sports betting revenue was assisted by a 0.7% rise in the state’s handle for April 2026, totaling $613.9m and heavily driven by online wagering which accounted for $608.5m.

1 min read • Jun 1 • By Kirk Geller

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PAGCOR brings total patient transport donations to 189 vehicles

The regulator turned over seven more medical transport units, continuing a program that has now distributed vehicles to LGUs, national agencies and other institutions across the country.

1 min read • Jun 1 • By Milagros del Priore

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MGM Resorts minority owner submits takeover offer at $18bn valuation

People Inc, which is controlled by IAC Founder Barry Diller, currently owns a 26.1% stake in MGM Resorts and would take the operator private if the transaction is eventually accepted.

2 min read • Jun 1 • By Kirk Geller

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Avanti Studios completes second €5m seed round ahead of launch

The live casino startup has secured €10m in funding over two rounds, with existing backer Genting Casinos UK returning as an investor ahead of a planned content launch in June 2026.

2 min read • Jun 1 • By Milagros del Priore

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Janice Duncan joins Evoke as Group Finance Director

Janice Duncan has been appointed Group Finance Director at Evoke, bringing with her nearly three decades of financial leadership experience across the gambling and financial services sectors.

2 min read • Jun 1 • By Jack Found

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Gambling-related sick leave rises sharply in Brazil

New workplace data suggests betting and online gaming addiction could be increasingly affecting employee wellbeing and attendance.

1 min read • Jun 1 • By Layla Victoria

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 2 more

NICC fines The Star Sydney AU$10m and orders AU$5m compliance fund

The NSW Independent Casino Commission has imposed AU$10m in penalties on The Star Sydney and ordered a further AU$5m investment in financial crime compliance technology following multiple regulatory breaches.

2 min read • Jun 1 • By Jack Found