PointsBet Faces New Legal Challenge Amid MIXI Takeover Dispute
Betr challenges PointsBet’s approval of MIXI’s AU$1.20 per share offer, citing a vote exclusion. Legal action looms as the takeover battle intensifies.| World Casino News
Betr challenges PointsBet’s approval of MIXI’s AU$1.20 per share offer, citing a vote exclusion. Legal action looms as the takeover battle intensifies.| World Casino News
PointsBet's board supports Mixi’s AU$353M takeover bid, while BlueBet pushes a rival AU$360M offer. Investors debate ahead of a key vote in May 2025.| World Casino News
PointsBet rejects Betr's latest takeover bid, citing VIP-heavy risks and backs MIXI's all-cash offer, calling it more secure and sustainable.| World Casino News
Betr boosts its takeover proposal for PointsBet to AU$1.35 per share, intensifying the battle against MIXI Australia’s cash bid amid regulatory scrutiny.| World Casino News
Sauber’s Formula 1 outfit, more commonly recognized as Stake F1, will not be allowed to use its regular team name during the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit Zandvoort (29–31 August 2025). The change comes after the Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), reaffirmed its strict prohibition on gambling-related advertising at sporting events held in the […]| World Casino News
Hacksaw Gaming has carved out a niche with its gritty depictions of the Wild West, and its latest release, Bullets and Bounty, carries on that tradition. Known for dark, cinematic online slots like Wanted Dead or a Wild and Duel at Dawn, the studio now introduces players to Katherine “Quick Draw Kate” O’Callaghan, a fearless […]| World Casino News
South Korea’s customs authorities have broken up a major illegal remittance scheme that funneled massive sums of money overseas to support gambling activities in the Philippines. The Korea Customs Agency (KCA) confirmed on Thursday that 10 individuals have been apprehended and turned over to the Seoul Central Prosecutors’ Office on charges related to the unauthorized transmission of foreign exchange. Major Underground Network Exposed […]| World Casino News
Aristocrat Leisure Limited’s social gaming division, Product Madness, has officially released NFL Super Bowl Slots, the first-ever NFL-licensed free-to-play social casino mobile game. Launched globally on August 21, the game marks a major step for the NFL into the social casino space, bringing together sports excitement and slot gaming in one immersive mobile experience. Developed in partnership with […]| World Casino News
DraftKings has announced it will remove credit cards as a payment option for its sportsbook and online casino customers across the United States, with the policy taking effect on August 25. The Boston-based operator said the change is intended to enhance the customer experience and protect players from financial risks often tied to credit card deposits, such as high-interest rates and cash advance […]| World Casino News
India’s Parliament has passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, introducing a nationwide ban on money-based online games while formally recognizing and promoting e-sports. The legislation, which only awaits presidential assent to become law, marks a major shift in India’s digital gaming environment and carries serious implications for a sector valued at billions of […]| World Casino News
Federal prosecutors are urging a California judge to impose a prison sentence far below federal guidelines for bookmaker Mathew Bowyer, whose gambling operation reached high-profile clients and drew scrutiny to major Las Vegas casinos. Bowyer, 50, pleaded guilty last year to charges that included running an unlawful sports betting business, money laundering, and filing a […]| World Casino News
Singapore’s basketball community has been jolted by allegations of match-fixing that have led to nine arrests, raising concerns about the integrity of the country’s top domestic competition. The Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) announced on Aug 19 that eight Singaporeans and one permanent resident, all aged between 19 and 35, were detained for suspected involvement […]| World Casino News
When the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) directed e‑payment services to “delink” from online gambling platforms, in-app icons and access points were swiftly removed. Over the weekend, e-wallets like GCash and Maya complied with the order by the August 17 deadline. In the following days, PAGCOR—the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation—observed a 50% decline in online gaming transactions on authorized platforms, signaling an immediate market shift. “From Sunday...| World Casino News
MIXI offers AU$1.30 per PointsBet share if it secures 90% ownership, extending takeover deadline to August 29. Betr remains key competitor amid fierce bidding.| World Casino News
PENN’s Q3 highlights include ESPN BET integration success, Hollywood Casino platform launch in 2025, and retail expansions, positioning for continued growth.| World Casino News
PENN Entertainment starts the construction of the new Hollywood Casino Joliet, which will be moved to the new location after the construction is finished.| World Casino News
PENN Entertainment integrates ESPN Bet into ESPN and theScore applications and plans to rebrand eight retail sportsbooks to strengthen its market presence.| World Casino News
ESPN BET launches FanCenter, a personalized betting hub integrating fantasy football rosters and sports betting for a seamless, tailored user experience.| World Casino News
Penn Entertainment's Q2 2025 results show steady retail growth, challenges in Interactive, and a strong focus on share repurchase and strategic expansion.| World Casino News
Bally’s pursuit of a Bronx casino license could bring Donald Trump a $115M windfall, contingent on securing approval for the gaming venue at Ferry Point.| World Casino News
Bally's Bronx casino project advances with support from Mayor Adams, despite local opposition. The proposal now heads to the state legislature for approval.| World Casino News
Bally’s Bronx casino plan collapses as New York City Council denies essential land-use change, likely ending its bid for a New York State gaming license.| World Casino News
Mayor Adams vetoes the City Council’s rejection of Bally’s Bronx casino bid, citing economic benefits and union jobs, while sparking controversy over fairness.| World Casino News
United States commercial gaming revenue hit $6.73B in May 2025, led by online growth and sports betting. Year-to-date earnings reached $31.89B, a 7.1% rise.| World Casino News
Visualize Group will acquired BMM Testlabs, aiming to expand in the growing global gaming market while enhancing compliance and innovation in the industry.| World Casino News
Gaming Laboratories International has won several awards for their innovative Testing Automation, including Best Productivity-Enhancement Technology.| World Casino News
CVC Capital Partners plans to acquire full control of GLI via Avalon Buyer Ltd, signaling a major move into global gaming compliance and certification services.| World Casino News
Ontario’s online gambling sector hits 3.2B Canadian dollars in 2024-25, placing it just behind Michigan in total revenue among top North American markets.| World Casino News
Casino Days fined $54,000 by the AGCO for promoting a deceptive bonus offer that encouraged high-risk gambling behavior and failed to disclose critical terms.| World Casino News
Inspired Entertainment's Caesars Palace Wheel of Wins goes live in Michigan and Ontario, expanding the hybrid dealer game after a debut in New Jersey.| World Casino News
AGCO revokes lottery registrations in GTA after discovering illegal Prime Slot machines in stores frequented by minors. Retailers may appeal the decision.| World Casino News
New South Wales grapples with industry pushback against proposed cashless gaming reforms, following a trial with inconclusive results and strong criticism.| World Casino News
Pavilion Payments acquires CasinoSoft, merging payments and AML compliance into a streamlined casino operations platform for gaming and sportsbook operators.| World Casino News
Explore how Caitlin Clark's performance during March Madness sparked a surge in betting activity, analyzing the influence of star players on wagering trends.| World Casino News
Games featuring Caitlin Clark saw a 380% increase in bets, significantly impacting the WNBA betting landscape, according to analysis by Optimove Insights.| World Casino News
Caitlin Clark’s rise in the WNBA is driving record-breaking sports betting activity, reshaping wagering patterns and fan interest across the league.| World Casino News
The Victorian Government will bring in new laws to ensure Crown Melbourne stays on the direct path and continues to follow ts Melbourne Transformation Plan.| World Casino News
American private equity management enterprise The Blackstone Group Incorporated has announced its acquisition of the beleaguered Australian casino operator.| World Casino News
After a six-year pause, the Aussie Millions poker series will return to Crown Melbourne in 2026 with 18 events and a projected AU$14 million prize pool.| World Casino News
Michael Mizrachi wins the 2025 WSOP Main Event and Poker Players Championship, claiming $10M and earning immediate induction into the Poker Hall of Fame.| World Casino News
The 2024 WSOP Main Event breaks previous records with over 10,000 players, marking yet another historic milestone in poker's biggest annual tournament.| World Casino News
The PokerGO Cup has come to an end with Sean Perry winning Event #8 and Jeremy Ausmus claiming the PokerGO Cup Championship with the most tournament points.| World Casino News
Leo Margets becomes first woman in three decades to reach WSOP Main Event final table, locking in $1 million with a shot at the $10 million grand prize.| World Casino News
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Las Vegas Sands breaks ground on an $8B ultra-luxury resort in Singapore, featuring a 570-suite hotel tower, Skyloop rooftop, arena, and green design.| World Casino News
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand's youngest prime minister, takes office with the task of forming a cabinet and navigating the casino legalization process.| World Casino News
ACMA continues its fight against illegal offshore online gambling websites and its subordinates by requesting Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to...| World Casino News
