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Russian Federation Council approves gambling zone in Altai Republic

The project, which now awaits the President’s signature, is expected to boost tourism, create jobs and increase tax revenue for the regional budget.

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Marieta Lezaic

A group of people at the recent GEG SME event.

Galaxy Entertainment Group supports local businesses through training program

The scheme helps to boost the trajectory of smaller businesses in the region.

2 min read • Apr 30 • By Megan Elswyth

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 2 more

Russia jails former Fonbet and Melbet CEOs for bribery and embezzlement

Former CEOs of Fonbet and Melbet were jailed in Russia, with Sergey Anokhin sentenced to 8 years and 2 months for bribery and embezzlement, while Igor Lyapustin was sentenced to 8 years for embezzlement.

2 min read • Apr 30 • By Marieta Lezaic

Members of the regulator and local law enforcement entering the property during the raid

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Latest raid in Buenos Aires uncovers illegal gambling operation

Playing cards, betting slips and electronic equipment were just some of the items seized during the incursion.

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Megan Elswyth

A picture of Ian Angus talking at the recent conference.

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Gambling Commission: “The stats don’t back up” community concerns

The latest speech by Angus explained how the UK gambling landscape is evolving, while in other ways, changing very little.

3 min read • Apr 30 • By Megan Elswyth

Land Based Trade Associations + 2 more

Q&A: Swedish Poker Association calls for licensing overhaul after Ministry of Finance meeting

The Swedish Poker Association recently met with the Ministry of Finance to discuss reforming Sweden’s poker licensing system amid regulatory and market challenges. Global Gambling Insider followed up with Chairman Mauritz Altikardes.

7 min read • Apr 30 • By Marieta Lezaic

Land Based Appointments + 2 more

New Chairman appointed as South Korea launches 7th Gambling Industry Integrated Supervision Committee

Eleven civilian members commissioned for three-year term through 2029.

1 min read • Apr 30 • By Keih Ma

Land Based Lottery + 1 more

Tail wags and wins: New Jersey Lottery selects ‘top dogs’ for new scratch-off tickets

The contest featured thousands of submissions before a statewide vote narrowed the field to 50 top dog finalists, with the 18 winners selected during a press conference held on April 29.

2 min read • Apr 29 • By Kirk Geller

Financial Land Based + 3 more

Red Rock Resorts Q1 revenue grows 1.9% to $507.3m, net income falls 3.8%

The operator managed to generate $82.7m of net income during the first quarter of 2026, also witnessing a 1.2% year-over-year decrease in adjusted EBITDA for a total of $212.6m.

2 min read • Apr 29 • By Kirk Geller

Financial Land Based + 3 more

MGM Resorts generates record Q1 revenue with $4.5bn, net income falls 15.8%

The operator’s Las Vegas Strip resorts segment increased revenue by 0.2% to $2.2bn, representing the first year-over-year increase for Las Vegas operations since Q3 2024.

2 min read • Apr 29 • By Kirk Geller