Sands China Q2 EBITDA Falls 24% as VIP Luck Hits Results

Sands China Ltd reported a sharp decline in second-quarter earnings as unusually weak VIP gaming hold, World Cup-related disruption and higher operating costs weighed on its Macau business despite increased gaming volumes across several segments. For the three months ended June 30, 2026, the casino operator generated US$1.78 billion in net revenue, down 0.8% from the […]

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Evolution Pays £4.75M After UKGC AML and Supply Chain Review

Evolution Malta Holding Limited will pay £4.75 million following a UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) investigation that found weaknesses in the supplier’s anti-money laundering controls and oversight of business relationships that resulted in its games appearing on unlicensed gambling websites accessible from Great Britain. The investigation identified Evolution content on six unlicensed websites operated by two companies. […]

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Evolution Pays £4.75M After UKGC AML and Supply Chain Review

Evolution Malta Holding Limited will pay £4.75 million following a UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) investigation that found weaknesses in the supplier’s anti-money laundering controls and oversight of business relationships that resulted in its games appearing on unlicensed gambling websites accessible from Great Britain. The investigation identified Evolution content on six unlicensed websites operated by two companies. […]

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Las Vegas Approves Heart-Shaped Casino Resort at SkyVue Site

Clark County commissioners have approved plans for a new 752-room casino resort on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, clearing the way for redevelopment of the long-vacant site where the unfinished SkyVue observation wheel project left two large concrete columns standing for more than a decade. Developer Eli Applebaum, through Kulik River Capital, […]

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World Cup Final Breaks Betting Records Across US Sportsbooks

The 2026 FIFA World Cup generated record betting activity across major US sportsbooks, with the Spain-Argentina final closing a tournament that operators said surpassed previous soccer wagering benchmarks and competed with some of the largest events in American sports. Spain secured its second men’s World Cup title on July 19 after defeating Argentina 1-0 in […]

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Bulgaria Rejects Gambling Tax Increase and Ad Ban Plans

Bulgaria’s government has declined opposition-backed proposals that sought tighter restrictions on gambling advertising and higher taxes on gambling operators, arguing that such measures could strengthen the country’s illegal market rather than reduce gambling-related harm. The debate took place during discussions surrounding Bulgaria’s 2026 budget, where lawmakers considered several gambling-related amendments. While parliament approved some targeted […]

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Wisconsin Warns Election Bettors Could Lose Voting Rights

Wisconsin election officials have issued a warning to residents ahead of upcoming elections, stating that individuals who place wagers on election outcomes may lose their eligibility to vote in those same contests and could face additional legal consequences. The warning comes as prediction markets continue to expand in popularity across the United States. Platforms such […]

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Tabcorp Fined $2.7M for Spam and Telemarketing Law Breaches

Tabcorp Holdings Limited has paid more than AU$2.7 million, equivalent to about US$1.9 million, after Australia’s communications regulator identified breaches of telemarketing and spam laws involving customer calls and marketing messages. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) examined Tabcorp’s contact with customers over a period stretching from February 2024 to June 2025. Its findings […]

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Tabcorp Fined $2.7M for Spam and Telemarketing Law Breaches

Tabcorp Holdings Limited has paid more than AU$2.7 million, equivalent to about US$1.9 million, after Australia’s communications regulator identified breaches of telemarketing and spam laws involving customer calls and marketing messages. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) examined Tabcorp’s contact with customers over a period stretching from February 2024 to June 2025. Its findings […]

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Tabcorp Fined $2.7M for Spam and Telemarketing Law Breaches

Tabcorp Holdings Limited has paid more than AU$2.7 million, equivalent to about US$1.9 million, after Australia’s communications regulator identified breaches of telemarketing and spam laws involving customer calls and marketing messages. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) examined Tabcorp’s contact with customers over a period stretching from February 2024 to June 2025. Its findings […]

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