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Increase in online betting taxes in the USA

Increase in online betting taxes in the USA

In the USA, there is a significant increase in tax rates planned for the online betting industry, which has a turnover of 16 billion dollars. This will affect major market players such as DraftKings and FanDuel.

2024.06.19

New tax on winnings in Armenia

New tax on winnings in Armenia

Armenia has revised the taxation of gambling winnings. According to the new amendments, operators are required to withhold a 5% tax on winnings exceeding $12,800. This aims to enhance control over financial flows in gambling and to augment the state budget.

2024.06.18

Telegram сlickers the new wave in the gaming industry

Telegram сlickers the new wave in the gaming industry

Recently, clicker games in the Telegram messenger have been attracting increasing interest from users around the world. Two projects, Notcoin and Hamster Kombat, have become particularly popular, each offering a unique approach and interaction. These games not only entertain millions of users but also open new possibilities for marketing and monetization.

2024.06.17

China demands closure of POGO due to crime links

China demands closure of POGO due to crime links

Chinese authorities accuse Philippine offshore gambling operators POGO of involvement in criminal activities, including kidnappings, human trafficking, and murders, highlighting victims among the Chinese. Last year, over 1000 Chinese involved in criminal iGaming networks were repatriated.

2024.06.17

Swedish streamer Roshtein sets new winning record

Swedish streamer Roshtein sets new winning record

A new record has been registered in the world of online gambling, drawing the attention of the gaming community. Swedish gambling streamer Roshtein has set a world record for the highest win amount in online slots without a progressive jackpot.

2024.06.14

Growth of gambling in Sweden in 2023

Growth of gambling in Sweden in 2023

Gambling in Sweden has shown significant growth, with one in every five adults placing bets with bookmakers in 2023. According to recent data, 20% of the population participated in bookmaking bets, marking a record high for recent years.

2024.06.13

Johnny Walker becomes the face of aviator crash game

Johnny Walker becomes the face of aviator crash game

Brazilian UFC light heavyweight fighter Johnny Walker has now become a key figure in the marketing strategies of iGaming developer Spribe. He has officially been announced as the new ambassador of their flagship crash game, Aviator.

2024.06.13

Softswiss lunches mobile application

Softswiss lunches mobile application

Softswiss, a renowned gaming software developer, has taken a significant step in its development by announcing the launch of its first mobile application. The product, designed for the Softswiss sportsbook and aimed at the Primobet brand from N1 Partners, is now available on the AppStore and Google Play.

2024.06.12

Australia has introduced a ban on the use of credit cards for online betting

Australia has introduced a ban on the use of credit cards for online betting

In Australia, the use of credit cards for online betting payments is officially prohibited. The organization Responsible Wagering Australia announced that the new policy is now actively in effect.

2024.06.11

Chinese organizer of Illegal online casino arrested

Chinese organizer of Illegal online casino arrested

37-year-old Wang Yilin, who was on the international wanted list for managing illegal online casinos, was detained by the Philippine immigration service.

2024.06.10

French bettors prepare for record bets on Euro 2024 in Germany

French bettors prepare for record bets on Euro 2024 in Germany

French football fans plan to wager over 1 billion euros on the 2024 European Football Championship in Germany. The French regulatory agency ANJ anticipates a new record for sports betting in the country.

2024.06.07

Biometric authentication for regulating online gambling in Argentina

Biometric authentication for regulating online gambling in Argentina

In Argentina, a groundbreaking proposal by Deputy Veronica Valverde to implement biometric authentication in online gambling is under discussion.

2024.06.06

Indonesia intensifies fight against online gambling with Google's support

Indonesia intensifies fight against online gambling with Google's support

In response to the growing problem of online gambling, the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Informatics has initiated a strategic meeting with representatives from Google. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the use of artificial intelligence to detect and block illegal online gambling content.

2024.06.05

Evolution files lawsuit against Light & Wonder for patent infringement on Lightning Roulette game

Evolution files lawsuit against Light & Wonder for patent infringement on Lightning Roulette game

The gaming industry has encountered a new legal precedent as Evolution has accused Light & Wonder of infringing on the commercial rights to its popular game, Lightning Roulette. The lawsuit filed in court alleges that Light & Wonder unlawfully used Evolution's confidential data and technology to create their own versions of the game — RouletteX and PowerX.

2024.06.05

The woman was not paid the jackpot

The woman was not paid the jackpot

On a February evening that promised to be one of the most memorable for a 72-year-old Atlantic City resident, joy suddenly turned into disappointment. While playing the popular Wheel of Fortune slot machine at Bally's Casino, she was surprised to see a message on the screen indicating a $1.27 million win. However, the euphoria quickly faded when casino representatives informed her that the jackpot was the result of a technical error, and offered her just $350 in compensation.

2024.06.03

Increase in gambling tax in Sweden

Increase in gambling tax in Sweden

In Sweden, there is an impending increase in the gambling tax from 18% to 22%, which could lead to a worsening of gambling addiction issues.

2024.05.31