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Spain’s Gambling Regulator DGOJ Tackles Identity Theft, Is Blockchain the Answer?

By Oliver Rink Feb 27, 2025

The Spanish Directorate General for the Regulation of Gambling (DGOJ) has commenced discussions with licensed operators in the country to discuss the growing problem of identity theft in online gambling. Following the

Lottery.com Merger Fraud? SEC and FBI Crack Down on Ex-CEO Vadim Komissarov

By Oliver Rink Feb 27, 2025

Vadim Komissarov, the former CEO of Trident Acquisitions Corp (TDAC), a special purpose acquisition company that merged with Lottery.com, has been indicted by United States federal authorities. Komissarov faces multiple

Michigan Sets iGaming Records While Exploring Bitcoin Reserve Bill

By Oliver Rink Feb 26, 2025

January was a record-breaking month for iGaming revenue in the state of Michigan. The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) reported combined online casino and sports betting revenue reaching $331.2 million in January

New Jersey Proposes Gambling Tax Hikes in Budget, Crypto Gets No Mention

By Oliver Rink Feb 26, 2025

The latest budget plans in New Jersey propose increasing the tax rate on iGaming and online sports wagering. Governor Phil Murphy’s Summary of Budget Recommendations suggests increasing the iGaming and sports wagering

Victoria Cracks Down on Underage Gambling, Highlights Hurdles for Crypto iGaming

By Oliver Rink Feb 25, 2025

The Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has reported on its most extensive investigation into underage gambling. The findings show regulatory lapses within the regulated gambling sector, resulting in

Las Vegas Strip Meets Crypto: Kayak Protester Uses Bellagio Fountains for Token Promotion

By Jo Montague Feb 25, 2025

A man has been arrested and is facing misdemeanor charges for promoting cryptocurrency after holding up a sign from his kayak in the famous Bellagio Hotel & Casino fountains. Protestors gathered in front of the

Digital Gaming Dominates Pennsylvania January Revenue—Could Crypto Be Next?

By Jo Montague Feb 24, 2025

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has reported $529.08 million in gross gaming revenue for January 2025. This marks a 10.88 percent rise from January 2024’s reported figure of $477.15 million. As is consistent

High 5 Casino Retreats Amid Regulatory Scrutiny – What It Means for Crypto iGaming

By Oliver Rink Feb 22, 2025

Sweepstakes casino operator High 5 Games is closing its offerings in six states that have legalized online gaming. Operators that offer services such as sweepstakes casinos, crypto casinos, and prediction markets are

Crypto Casino Stake Becomes Front-of-Shirt Sponsor for Ñublense

By Oliver Rink Feb 22, 2025

Chilean Primera División soccer team Club Deportivo Ñublense has agreed a sponsorship deal with Stake for the 2025 season. The crypto casino giant has penned a partnership that will see its logo emblazoned on the

Crypto Betting Faces More Barriers as Sweden Pushes Stricter Gambling Laws

By Oliver Rink Feb 21, 2025

The government of Sweden has appointed a lead investigator for the recently announced Gambling Act review in the country. Marcus Isgren, Chairman and Head of the Swedish Board of Consumer Complaints, has been appointed