Category: Gambling

Plinko, a game that originated from a simple TV show segment, has become a global sensation in recent years, especially in the online gaming world. In the United Kingdom, Plinko has seen considerable growth, particularly through online casinos and gaming platforms. As we approach 2025, many are curious about how the game will evolve and...

The recent 2024 UK elections have ushered in a new Labour government, marking a significant shift in the political landscape. With Labour’s victory comes a host of anticipated reforms across various sectors, including the gambling industry. This article explores the potential impact of a new Labour administration on UK gambling, taking into account recent policy...

Britain’s Gambling Commission is to prosecute Sorare, a multibillion-pound company that makes a fantasy football game promoted by the Premier League, for providing unlicensed gambling. Sorare, which is valued at $4.3bn (£3.21bn) and counts major international investment firms such as SoftBank among its backers, will appear in court on 4 October in what will be...

Reading Time: 2 minutes Introduction Effective immediately this document outlines the fees and collection terms pertaining to a gaming licence issued and operated by the Curacao Gaming Control Board (the “GCB”) under the NOOGH legislation. The GCB reserves the right to amend this policy at any time. Fees License fee Non-refundable NAF 36,000 on license...

Sports betting has changed dramatically over the last decade or so, with the rise of smartphones and live data, which has revolutionised the sports gambling industry. Before the rise of online bookmakers, you had to go to a betting shop and make your prediction, before the match or race had begun, and usually well in...

Article By Last Updated:  Oct 7, 2024 Hearts remain on the hunt for a new head coach after parting ways with Steven Naismith, following a disappointing start to the season. Naismith, 38, was initially appointed interim manager in April 2023 and became the permanent head coach at Tynecastle five months later. Under his leadership, the...

We have issued a reprimand to Bonne Terre Limited, trading as Sky Betting and Gaming, for unlawfully processing people’s data through advertising cookies without their consent. From 10 January to 3 March 2023, Sky Betting and Gaming was processing people’s personal information and sharing it with advertising technology companies as soon as they accessed the...

Online slot machines are one of the most popular casino games, and with good reason. They offer straightforward, action-packed and fast-paced gaming with the potential of big rewards, and hopefully even bigger jackpots. But, in large part thanks to their popularity, numerous online casinos have popped up, claiming to offer the biggest and best selection...

Ministers face calls to impose higher taxes on the multibillion-pound online gambling industry as a report claims it has had a “negative impact” on the UK economy. The report, commissioned by the Campaign for Fairer Gambling and produced by economic consultancy National Economic Research Associates (Nera), claims the rise in online gambling has been “detrimental...