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Playtika wehrt sich gegen US-Klage: Sind Social Casinos illegales Glücksspiel?Regulierung

Playtika Challenges Washington Social Casino Lawsuit Over $225 Million Refund Claim

The state of Washington demands the removal of 16 casino-style apps and over $225 million in refunds. Playtika is now fighting to dismiss the case in court.

28 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Glücksspiel-Update: Dominikanische Republik plant strengere Zonen und LizenzstoppRegulierung

Dominican Republic Pushes New Gambling Law with Ten-Year License Freeze

The Dominican Republic is unifying its gambling laws, introducing a 10-year ban on new licenses to stabilize the market and enhance state oversight.

28 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
WM 2026: Argentinien verzeichnet 350 Prozent mehr Suchanfragen für Online-WettenInterntional

World Cup 2026: Argentina Records 350 Percent Spike in Online Betting Searches

A study in Argentina reveals a massive surge in gambling searches during the 2026 World Cup, with specific match breaks triggering increases of up to 4,850 percent.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Cebu City plant Werbeverbot für Glücksspiel: Rechtsabteilung fordert NachbesserungRegulierung

Cebu City Legal Office Supports Gambling Ad Ban With Revisions

Authorities in Cebu City back a proposed citywide gambling ad ban but demand revisions for digital platforms to protect constitutional free speech rights.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Volleyball-Euphorie in Macau befeuert Premium-Umsätze im Galaxy MacauMarkt

Volleyball Fever at Galaxy Macau Drives Premium-Mass Gaming Surge

Driven by international volleyball events, Galaxy Macau captured 43% of premium-mass wagers in July, even as market-wide totals stayed below 2025 levels.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Wazdan startet zweite Phase der Sommer-Kampagne mit Mystery Multiplier DropAnbieter

Wazdan Debuts Mystery Multiplier Drop for Second Phase of Summer Campaign

Game developer Wazdan has triggered the next stage of its network promotion. Running from 27 July to 16 August 2026, the new mechanic features random multipliers for over 250 titles.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Fußball-Wetten in Oregon boomen: Gewaltiger Anstieg durch internationale TurniereMarkt

Oregon Lottery Soccer Betting Skyrockets: Fivefold Increase Driven by Major Tournaments

In a record-breaking June, the Oregon Lottery saw soccer betting handle hit $28.1 million, marking a massive 422% increase year-on-year.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Fanatics übernimmt Prognosebörse: Strategischer Zukauf von BGC GroupMarkt

Fanatics acquires prediction exchange to control full technology stack

Fanatics Markets strengthens its position by acquiring Water Street Labs and CX Clearinghouse, gaining vital licenses for 23 US states.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
888poker bringt die Noche de Poker El Festival im August 2026 nach SevillaInternational

888poker Noche de Poker El Festival Sets Stage for Seville in August 2026

The 2026 tour continues at Casino Admiral Sevilla. The festival features a €440 Main Event with 50,000 starting chips and a 30-second shot clock starting on Day 2.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Milliarden-Rätsel um Krypto-Casinos: Wie groß ist der Schattenmarkt wirklich?Markt

The Crypto Casino Billions: Investigating the True Size of a Shadow Market

Investigations reveal massive discrepancies in the crypto casino sector, with market size estimates ranging from $10 billion to $81.4 billion in gross gaming revenue.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Glücksspiel-Aktien unter Druck: Spannende Woche für Investoren nach schwachem StartMarkt

Gaming Stocks Volatile: Big Earnings Week Ahead After Weak Q2 Start

The gaming sector faces a crucial week as top firms report earnings following a 1.36% drop in the Roundhill ETF during the season's start.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
US-Börsenaufsicht bremst Event-Wetten: CFTC verschärft Regeln für SelbstzertifizierungenRegulierung

US Regulator Tightens event Contract Rules: CFTC Issues Advisory on Self-Certifications

The CFTC warns market operators against using broad template-style certifications for event contracts. Violations of Regulation § 40.2 threaten market transparency.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Insider-Skandal um Pat McAfee: NBA-Wetten mit Vorabwissen sorgen für BebenInternational

Pat McAfee Insider Trading Scandal: NBA Betting Clouds ESPN's Integrity

ESPN host Pat McAfee faces legal scrutiny after admitting to betting on LeBron James' move to the 76ers using non-public information. Can a +700 wager lead to jail time?

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Galaxsys bringt Handigo: Neues Vorhersage-Spiel mit 100-facher GewinnchanceTechnik

Galaxsys Debuts Handigo: New Fast Prediction Title with 100x Potential

Game developer Galaxsys has launched Handigo, a high-speed prediction game featuring 5.82x standard payouts and optional side bets reaching up to 100x.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich
Razzia auf Sizilien: Behörden schließen illegale Wettbüros und verhängen hohe BußgelderRegulierung

Sicily Crackdown: Authorities Shut Illegal Betting Venues Amid Tax Fraud Probe

Italian ADM and Finance Police closed two illegal betting shops in Sicily and issued fines exceeding €20,000, targeting venues that bypassed national tax networks.

27 July 20266 Min.by Lisa Lustich