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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

Opposition groups renew criticism as Maine iGaming debate intensifies

Advocacy organizations have issued fresh objections to proposals that would expand online casino gaming in Maine, following signals that the state’s governor may no longer veto enabling legislation.

3 min read • Jan 16 • By Shaan Khan

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 2 more

NGCB nominates Mathew Bowyer for commercial exclusion

The convicted illegal bookmaker would join the state’s ‘Black Book,’ which includes a list of 37 individuals who were previously banned from entering casino properties within Nevada.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Kirk Geller

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 2 more

DOJ charges 20 individuals in college basketball point-shaving scheme

The scheme allegedly involved 39 collegiate basketball players from 17 different NCAA Division One universities, leading to a statement issued by President Charlie Baker on January 15.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Kirk Geller

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 5 more

Veikkaus to end its monopoly as Norsk Tipping concludes NRK collaboration

Veikkaus is set to shift from its current form as Norsk Tipping ceases its TV draw broadcasts.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Will Underwood

Legal & Regulatory

Regulating the Game 2026 Draft Program Unveiled, Spotlighting the Issues Shaping the Sector

Regulating the Game has published the draft program for its 2026 Sydney conference, outlining a comprehensive agenda of keynotes, featured addresses, panels, and expert masterclasses examining the most consequential regulatory, policy and operational issues facing the global gambling sector.

5 min read • Jan 15 • By Mariya Savova

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 1 more

Ukraine to roll out online gambling monitoring system

PlayCity, the Ukrainian online gambling regulator, will launch phase one of the new system, designed to keep track of financial data.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Rory Calland

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 4 more

New York Gaming Commission Chair affirms player protection commitments

Brian O’Dwyer has responded to Governor Hochul’s State of the State Address which underlined gambling harm support.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Will Underwood

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

Third private casino project advances in Punta del Este, Uruguay

Developers prepare to submit a new casino proposal to Uruguay’s Ministry of Economy, adding to growing private investment interest in the country’s main tourism hub.

2 min read • Jan 15 • By Milagros del Priore

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 2 more

Argentinian court orders coverage for gambling addiction treatment

The ruling prioritized medical recommendations over insurer network restrictions, ordering full coverage of gambling addiction treatment under Argentina’s mental health and problematic consumption laws.

3 min read • Jan 15 • By Milagros del Priore