Manila, Mar 2: The Philippine government has stepped back from plans to block the messaging platform Telegram after securing compliance commitments aimed…
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Six traders reportedly made $1.2 million betting on US airstrikes against Iran
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariWashington, Mar 2: A small group of online gamblers reportedly made more than $1.2 million by correctly predicting the timing of US…
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R1.5 trillion gambling surge poses growing risk to south African retailers
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariSouth Africa, Mar 2: South African consumers are in a stronger financial position than they were a year ago, buoyed by rising…
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UK gambling commission signals tougher enforcement, fee review and crypto exploration at BGC 2026
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariLondon, Feb 28: The UK Gambling Commission is entering what senior officials describe as a “transition phase,” with new funding, potential fee…
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UK gambling regulator to explore crypto payments for bets
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariLondon, Feb 28: The UK’s gambling regulator is preparing to examine whether cryptocurrencies could be used as a payment option for licensed…
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Move over Macau: UAE positions itself as the next global gaming powerhouse
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariDubai, Feb 28: For decades, the world’s gambling elite gravitated toward two destinations: Macau and Las Vegas. One offered VIP baccarat salons…
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Lawsuit claims steam parent promotes gambling-like mechanics in popular games
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariNew York, Feb 27: New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against Valve Corporation, the parent company of the…
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Greece unveils sweeping reform to crack down on illegal gambling market
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariGreece, Feb 27: The Greek government has announced a major legislative overhaul aimed at tackling illegal gambling, as authorities warn that the…
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Global gambling market climbs past $650 billion as online betting expands in 2026
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariWorld, Feb 27: The global gambling industry is continuing its steady climb in 2026, with total revenue projected to surpass $655 billion…
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Police say gambling apps in use moments before multi-vehicle crash
by Sonam Kumariby Sonam KumariWorld, Feb 27: A routine traffic slowdown in Derby turned into a life-altering incident when a driver, allegedly distracted by gambling apps…