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Gordon Moody Secures NHS Funding as UK Gambling Support Sector Navigates Transition
Gordon Moody has secured NHS England funding to continue providing gambling harm treatment in England, easing immediate financial pressure but highlighting ongoing structural challenges in the UK's transition to a new funding framework for support services.
Kalshi Adds 3 Million Users as World Cup Fuels Record Trading Volume
Kalshi gained 3 million new users during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with over $1.2 billion traded on its winner market. The platform used broad partnerships—from soccer stars to a singer and an actor—to drive sign-ups, while facing ongoing regulatory pushback over whether sports-event contracts constitute gambling.
KSA Fines Casino Zoetermeer €21,500 for Cruks Compliance Failure
The KSA has fined Casino Zoetermeer €21,500 for failing to check the Cruks self-exclusion register, allowing two barred individuals to gamble. The original €25,000 penalty was reduced by a court due to excessive procedural delays.
Aracaju Bans Betting Advertisements Across Public Spaces and Licensed Structures
The city of Aracaju has banned betting advertisements on public and municipally licensed structures, with fines from R$300 to R$5,000 for violators. The move aligns with a growing trend among Brazilian municipalities, though industry association ANJL is considering legal action, arguing advertising restrictions should be handled at the federal level.
GRAI issues High Court threat as one prediction market operator defies Irish geoblocking demands
Ireland's gambling regulator has threatened High Court action against a major prediction market operator that refuses to geoblock users, while most other platforms have complied quickly. The warning comes amid a European crackdown on such platforms, with France banning Polymarket and Ireland also advancing its broader gambling reform agenda, including new licensing, a Social Impact Fund, and advertising restrictions.
Drake's $1.5m World Cup Bet on Argentina Falls Short as Spain Triumphs
Drake lost a $1.5m bet on Argentina to beat Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, adding to the 'Drake Curse' lore after Spain won 1-0 in extra time.
Player Engagement Data Reveals Hidden Value in Existing User Bases
Data from five operators shows that players who complete gamified Missions generate 150% to 600% more GGR than other active users, with similar uplifts in deposit frequency and retention, indicating untapped value in existing player bases.
Argentine gambling authorities adopt voluntary advertising code as federal reform stalls
Argentina’s provincial gambling regulator association ALEA has launched a voluntary Code of Good Practices for gambling advertising, aiming to protect youth and vulnerable groups while federal legislation remains stalled in the Senate.
Wazdan's Portfolio Philosophy: Each Game Must Earn Its Place in the Lobby
Wazdan advocates that each casino game must have a defined strategic role in the lobby, with features tied to measurable outcomes. The studio’s focus on regional adaptation and mechanics like Volatility Levels has driven over 2x growth in bets and GGR across its partner network.
Affordability checks row escalates as BHA claims Gambling Commission ignored data requests
The UK Gambling Commission faces mounting criticism over financial risk assessments, with the BHA alleging its data requests were ignored and racing estimating £60m annual losses, as political and legal pressures intensify.
Golden Nugget Relocates Downtown's Only Poker Room with Upgraded Amenities
Golden Nugget Las Vegas has relocated its poker room to the Rush Tower lobby, offering 63 seats, upgraded amenities, and its signature $1-$2 uncapped games, with a formal grand opening on July 28.
Nevada Hits New Employment Peak in June as Las Vegas Leads Gains
Nevada added 3,800 jobs in June, pushing nonfarm employment to a record 1,614,100, driven by Las Vegas gains, though the state's 5.1% unemployment rate remained above the national average.