BetterGambling News breaks down the shifts that actually affect you, from operator shake-ups and bonus policy changes to regulatory moves and market trends. We cover what’s happening, why it matters, and how it impacts your play.
In an age where contactless payments dominate daily life, it seemed inevitable that casinos would follow. Cashless gaming was pitched as the future: faster, safer, trackable. But in 2025, adoption has stalled in key markets. And the reasons aren’t just technical, but behavioural, regulatory, and political. Operators Built the Tech – Players Didn’t Show Up […]
NetBet announced a strategic partnership with Eeze, an emerging game provider making a name for itself in the iGaming space. The alliance looks to bring forth a fresh batch of titles, increasing the pool of options for both desktop and mobile casino players. NetBet has been on a mission to expand its content by integrating […]
On June 28, 2025, New Zealand enacted a landmark law granting TAB NZ exclusive control over all online sports and racing betting, cementing a 25-year operational partnership with global betting giant Entain. While the government bills this move as a way to protect local revenues and bolster the racing industry, critics warn it raises serious […]
The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors on July 3rd, bringing a $350 million entertainment complex to Albion Road in the city’s south end. The launch drew big crowds and plenty of excitement, while regulators kept a close eye on how the high-stakes venue would handle its first day. The new […]
The UK Gaming Commission (UKGC) is pushing internet companies, especially Google, to take unlicensed operations off of search results as part of a stepped-up campaign to combat illicit gaming websites. This action is a part of the Commission’s larger plan to shield consumers from the dangers of unregulated gambling, such as fraud, dangerous gaming practices, […]
Five American players have been handed worldwide lifetime bans from professional basketball following a major match-fixing scandal in the United Kingdom. The severe sanctions come after a joint investigation by the sport’s global governing body, FIBA, the British Basketball Federation (BBF), and UK gambling regulators. The integrity breaches occurred during the 2022–23 British Basketball League […]
Cirsa, Spain’s largest casino operator owned by Blackstone, is set to launch the country’s most high-profile IPO (Initial Public Offering) in over five months, targeting a €2.5 billion valuation. The company will list its shares on the Spanish stock market on July 9, 2025. On July 7, 2025, the confirmed company value was EUR 2.52 […]
Eight big names, among which we find MGM’s Empire City and Bally’s New York, have applied for the three NYC gambling licenses. To be considered, applicants had to submit their applications before June 27, 2025. This competitive process represents access to a possible $4.4 billion annual gambling market in the largest American City. What we […]
Starting from 14 July 2025, Google will be accepting gambling ads in Ukraine, thus opening the country to a brand-new regulated market. On 30 June, Google gave a mere two weeks of notice to gambling operators, ad agencies, and stakeholders for them to get adequately prepared for the change. Allowing online gambling ads in Ukraine […]
The Swedish Supreme Court has ordered the Betsson Group’s subsidiary, BML Group Ltd, to pay €500,000+ to a Swedish gambling addict. Most surprising is the fact that the gambling patterns leading to this ruling happened before Sweden fully regulated its gambling market. Nonetheless, it’s a clear sign that gambling companies will continuously be held accountable […]
On 30th June 2025, the New Zealand government introduced the Online Casino Gambling Bill to Parliament. It’s the first time they decided to regulate online gambling after years of locals gambling through offshore casinos. Through this new bill, they want to reduce problem gambling harm, protect players and collect more tax. The government will give […]
June 30, 2025: NJ Assembly Bill 5447 passes both houses with strong support. Assembly 69-10-1, Senate 34-5. Once Governor Phil Murphy signs it, sweepstakes casinos will be banned in New Jersey. NJ is not the only state to ban sweepstakes casinos. Montana was the first to do so in May 2025 (effective 10/1/2025), followed by […]
In New Hampshire, the maximum number of VLTs each casino could have was between 230 and 300 machines per location. That’s not a story of the past, as Governor Kelly Ayotte signed House Bill 2 (HB 2) on June 30, 2025. This bill allows casinos to have an unlimited number of video lottery terminals (VLTs), […]
The UK government is currently consulting on proposed changes to the Remote Betting and Gaming Duty (RBGD), the tax paid by online gambling operators based on their gross gambling earnings. The government’s plan is to replace the existing three-tier system, with a single, flat tax rate for all online gambling activities. Crucially for the horseracing […]
Global toy and entertainment giant Hasbro has announced plans to expand into the casino gaming domain, forging new licensing deals with Aristocrat Technologies, Evolution, Galaxy Gaming, and Bally’s. This strategic move is designed to bring some of Hasbro’s most beloved brands, including MONOPOLY, YAHTZEE, and BATTLESHIP, to both land-based casino floors and online casinos. Hasbro […]
Emerging reports suggest that former Los Angeles Lakers guard Malik Beasley is under federal investigation for allegedly gambling on NBA games in the 2023/24 season. These reports, citing sources close to the matter, indicate that federal authorities are looking into Beasley’s conduct. Malik Beasley Under Federal Scrutiny for Alleged Betting Activity What Triggered the Investigation? […]
Apollo Global Management has completed its $6.3 billion all-cash acquisition of IGT’s Gaming & Digital business and Everi Holdings Inc. The new global gaming, digital, and FinTech company will be based in Las Vegas. For players, this means new games, better gaming platforms and improved betting experiences as the combined company brings together its best […]
New Jersey’s Governor Phil Murphy signed a new law that raises the tax rate on online gambling to 19.75%. The new tax rate affects all forms of online gambling, including casino games, sports betting, and daily fantasy sports. Previously, the tax rates were 13% for online sports betting and 15% for casino games. Now, everything […]
It’s no longer just about who wins the match. Now, the real money in sports betting is being wagered one pitch, one possession, or one penalty at a time. And microbetting startups are leading the charge into regulated markets, with more speed, funding, and sportsbook integrations than ever before. This isn’t just hype – it’s […]
