VGW Founder Laurence Escalante Resigns as CEO and Chairman
VGW founder Laurence Escalante has stepped down as CEO and Chairman after six months on leave. The move comes as the company faces regulatory pressure in the United States.
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California Court Blocks Cardroom Game Restrictions
A San Francisco court has stopped California regulators from banning blackjack and limiting third party bankers in cardrooms. An appeal is considered as the dispute with tribal nations continues.
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Ohio Lawmakers Propose Ban on Online Sports Betting
Ohio representatives introduced the Save Ohio Sports Act to ban online sports betting and restrict several wager types. Online betting accounted for $786.0 million of April’s $800.1 million total wagers.
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Dutch Supreme Court Upholds Pre-2021 Gambling Contracts
The Dutch Supreme Court confirmed that online gambling contracts concluded before October 2021 are legally valid. Former customers cannot reclaim losses solely because operators lacked a Dutch licence under the previous law.
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Kalshi and Polymarket Challenge Minnesota Ban in Federal Court
Kalshi and Polymarket have requested that a federal judge block Minnesota from enforcing its ban on prediction market operators. The dispute now moves to federal court.
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New Zealand Sets Date for 15 Online Gambling Licences
New Zealand will open expressions of interest for 15 online gambling licences on 17 July. The move marks the start of a formal iGaming licensing process.
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Berlin Takes Chair of German Gambling Regulator Ahead of Treaty Review
Christian Hochgrebe has assumed the rotating chairmanship of Germany’s gambling regulator as the Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021 undergoes its first review. Core slot stake limits remain unchanged.
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UK Gambling Commission Flags Disconnect Over Risk Checks
The UK Gambling Commission says its financial risk assessment pilot identified players in arrears not detected by operators. A final decision on full implementation remains pending.
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Brightstar Extends Ghostbusters License for Five Years
Brightstar Lottery has secured a new five-year exclusive license for Ghostbusters-themed lottery games. The deal continues a partnership that has produced more than 25 games worldwide.
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South Africa Leads Africa’s Online Gambling Market in 2025
South Africa generated $5.2 billion in gross win in 2025, with 63% coming from online gambling. Nigeria ranked second as regulatory fragmentation shapes growth.
