News on Player Verification and Due Diligence in Gambling
AI-GENERATEDPolymarket Insider Trading: KPMG Employee Under Investigation
A suspected insider allegedly used confidential KPMG audit reports for 42 bets on corporate earnings, netting profits of approximately $22,000.
AI-GENERATEDAMC CEO Adam Aron Blasts Robinhood: Stock Tokens Called a Gamified Casino
AMC's Adam Aron describes Robinhood's stock token model as an abhorrent gamified casino, questioning the 1:1 collateral backing of the assets.
AI-GENERATEDCrypto Casino Market 2026: Analysis of Transparency and Risks
A new Bitcoin Foundation report evaluates 24 major crypto-native operators like Stake and Roobet in 2026. Despite rising volumes, experts warn of lacking licensing transparency.
AI-GENERATEDBulgarian Ad Ban and bet365 Job Cuts Shake European iGaming Market
Bulgaria proposes a near-total ban on gambling ads, while bet365 cuts 340 roles due to tax hikes. The FATF also issued new red flag indicators for money laundering.
AI-GENERATEDMalaysia Proposes New Regulations for Loot Boxes and In-Game Purchases
The Malaysian CMCF has launched a 45-day public consultation on a new Gaming Sub-Code focusing on loot boxes, Gacha mechanics, and child safety.
AI-GENERATEDThailand Fights Dirty Money: Gold Tax to Crack Down on Illegal Gambling
Thailand is considering a 0.01% tax on gold transactions to disrupt the laundering of assets from the 25.1 billion GBP illegal gambling industry.
AI-GENERATEDConnecticut Crackdown on Prediction Markets, Playtech H1 Profits Soar
Connecticut regulators issued cease-and-desist orders to nine prediction platforms, while Playtech reported H1 2026 revenues of €425.1 million.
AI-GENERATEDUS Supreme Court Rejects Station Casinos Appeal in Culinary Union Feud
The US Supreme Court has denied an emergency stay for Station Casinos, forcing the operator to negotiate with the Culinary Union following a disputed 2019 labor vote.
AI-GENERATEDDetroit Casino Licenses Renewed by Michigan Gaming Control Board
The MGCB has unanimously approved license renewals for Detroit's three land-based casinos, which generated $22.3 million in combined tax revenue in July.
AI-GENERATEDNigeria Gambling Ban: Authorities Block Stake Across 24 States
Nigerian regulators have enforced an immediate ban on the operator Stake across 24 states due to missing licenses and unpaid gaming taxes.
AI-GENERATEDHacksaw Gaming Appoints Julia Waern as New Chief Operating Officer
B2B provider Hacksaw Gaming has named Julia Waern as COO to drive the studio's international growth and strategic operational development.
AI-GENERATEDBally’s Japanese Millions: Black Market Ties Threaten UK Expansion
Financial reports reveal that Bally’s generated approximately $23 million in licensing revenue from Asian markets in 2025, accounting for 4.6% of its total EBITDA.
AI-GENERATEDDraftKings Partners with IC360: New Technology to Combat Athlete Harassment
DraftKings becomes the first operator to integrate the full IC360 suite, featuring ProhiBet BA to stop threats against athletes and prevent insider trading.
AI-GENERATEDEeze Expands Malta Headquarters: Over 800 Employees and New Offices at Quad Towers
Casino supplier Eeze moves into new premises in Malta's Quad Towers. With over 800 staff across Europe, the company continues its rapid expansion.
AI-GENERATEDFATF Warns of Smurfing: New AML Guidelines for the Gambling Market
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has released new indicators to detect money laundering. Criminals increasingly use small transactions to evade controls.