Day: ខែ​មេសា 6, 2026

(AsiaGameHub) -   Over the past few days, Kalshi has seen contrasting outcomes in its legal battles against Nevada and New Jersey—cases that rank among the most important in the prediction market space due to their ties to the U.S.’s two largest gaming markets. Last Friday, Judge Jason Woodbury from Nevada’s First Judicial District Court approved a preliminary injunction in Nevada’s favor against Kalshi. While the details of that injunction are still being finalized, Woodbury chose to extend a temporary restraining order (TRO) that bars Kalshi from offering sports, election, and entertainment event contracts to Nevada users for another 14 days. Kalshi had to start limiting these contracts on March 20 following the initial TRO, marking the first state-level mandate the platform has adhered to. The new extension will last until April 17, and both parties are set to appear before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco on April 16. Nevada also has pending cases against Ro......

(AsiaGameHub) -   In the wake of BetMGM’s continued growth, Stella David, the CEO of Entain — the firm that co-owns the gaming brand — has publicly stated that Entain is targeting to capture as much as 50% of New Zealand’s upcoming iGaming market. Entain Makes Major Wager on New Zealand’s Emerging iGaming Sector Per David, Entain is the only online operator with the ability to cross-sell sports betting and iGaming products, a capability powered by its New Zealand betting arm TAB, a state-backed, exclusive system for sports and racing wagering. As TAB is the country’s only legal provider of both in-person and online sports betting, Entain’s entry into the online casino space would give the firm access to a large existing customer base. Notably, David’s announcement comes just a few months after Entain rolled out large-scale job cuts for its New Zealand branch as part of its efforts to reduce operating costs. Despite that move, the company remains fully c......

(AsiaGameHub) -   Several operators have submitted license applications in Finland as the nation moves to terminate its iGaming monopoly and welcome a new age of commercial gaming. Finland Gets Ready to Roll Out Its Commercial iGaming Market Finland has been making consistent progress toward launching its deregulated online gaming market. Last year, the country enacted legislation to terminate Veikkaus’ monopoly. This step was the result of months of discussions and preparations, firmly confirming the imminent launch of a competitive iGaming market. Per the current timeline, the new online casino gaming market will officially launch on July 1, 2027. Given Finns’ deep enthusiasm for gaming, numerous operators have queued up to enter the market. 24 Operators Are Gearing Up for July 1, 2027 Official statistics indicate that a total of 24 online operators have applied for licenses to date. This points to significant interest in the market, which is understandable given Finns&rsq......

(AsiaGameHub) -   Friday saw a significant development in Nevada's efforts to regulate prediction markets, as a judge ruled in favor of blocking Kalshi. This decision comes on the heels of the CFTC initiating legal action against several states that have sought to oversee the rapidly expanding event contracts industry. Nevada Judge Upholds the Restrictions on Kalshi Last Friday, Nevada judge Jason Woodbury upheld the restrictions placed on Kalshi, which prohibit the company from offering its products to Nevada residents without a license. This ruling follows an initial restraining order issued against the prediction market operator on March 20. Woodbury extended this suspension until April 17, allowing sufficient time for the finalization of a more permanent injunction. According to the latest ruling, Kalshi is mandated to implement geolocation technology to prevent users in Nevada from accessing its services. The company must achieve compliance with this requirement by May 4. When Kalshi asserted it......

(AsiaGameHub) -   The UK’s attempts to control unregulated gambling providers face a core challenge: the black market consistently stays one step ahead of enforcement actions. A recent report by fraud expert Alex Wood, commissioned by Flutter UK & Ireland, reveals that illegal betting sites remain easily accessible and are often openly advertised. Numerous Sites Failed to Implement Even Basic Safeguards Several of Wood’s findings highlight a startling lack of due diligence. In tests conducted ahead of the Cheltenham Festival, he created accounts on offshore gambling platforms using clearly fake identities. These included names of well-known racing figures like Harry Skelton, Jack Kennedy, and trainer Willie Mullins. Addresses such as “Cheltenham racecourse” were accepted without any challenge. In a case that’s both amusing and concerning, Wood registered under the name Red Rum, listing his occupation as “racehorse” and his address as “horse hea......

(AsiaGameHub) -   A new contender is poised to assess whether UK bettors will embrace a distinct type of offering. **The Game Tribe**, a **London**-based startup established by former BDO personnel, is developing an **innovative system** that prioritizes shared gameplay over traditional odds. According to a recent report from news outlet *EGR*, the company has submitted its application for a gambling software and pool betting license to the **UK Gambling Commission**. An Innovative Vision by a Skilled Team The Game Tribe characterizes its products as an **alternative** to conventional sports betting. With an official launch scheduled to coincide with the summer’s major soccer calendar, the team is prepared to **disrupt the market**. The company’s founders possess **extensive experience** in finance and technology, and they believe their concept can redefine how players engage with sports wagering. At The Game Tribe, we are redefining the sports betting landscape by creating a new market b......

(AsiaGameHub) -   Amnesty International, a global human rights advocacy organization, has criticized Cambodia’s decision to reissue licenses to multiple casinos that are believed to have connections to serious crime and scam hubs. Documented Instances of Human Rights Abuse Point to Links Between Certain Casinos and Criminal Activity This announcement comes several months after Cambodia Commercial Gambling Management Commission’s (CGMC) approved license renewals for a number of casinos. The venues include the Crown casinos in Bavet, Chrey Thum, and Poipet, as well as Majestic Two and Majestic Hotel & Casino in Sihanoukville. In its official statement, Amnesty International alleges that multiple casinos in Cambodia may have ties to scam centers that have carried out grave human rights violations, including human trafficking, forced labor, child labor, and torture. For example, the owner of one Sihanoukville casino was recently hit with multiple criminal charges. Survivors of the aforeme......

(AsiaGameHub) -   According to the Florida Lottery, three players secured $1 million prizes, marking the top wins for December. The announcement confirmed that all winning tickets were from the lottery's scratch-off games. Winter Park Resident Claims $1M Prize On April 3, the Florida Lottery disclosed that three individuals had won seven-figure amounts through scratch-off games. Jatin Kaushik, a 26-year-old from Winter Park, claimed the first of these awards on December 8. Playing the $25,000,000 Gold Rush Multiplier scratch-off game, Kaushik secured a $1 million prize. He purchased the ticket at Charge Up 69 on 7235 University Boulevard in Winter Park. He collected his winnings at the Florida Lottery’s Orlando District Office, choosing a one-time lump sum payment totaling $638,100. The Florida Lottery noted that upon its debut, the $25,000,000 Gold Rush Multiplier game offered two $25 million jackpots and 60 $1 million prizes. Currently, one top prize and 30 second-tier prizes are still availab......

(AsiaGameHub) -   MGM Resorts’ Empire City Casino in New York observed Women’s History Month by showcasing its major accomplishments in building a culture of equality and respect. The Casino Has Been a Leader in Providing Equal Opportunities Bronx Times, which reported on the development, noted that the MGM Resorts establishment has consistently been a pioneer in advocating for equal opportunities for men and women alike. It referenced a 2021 report revealing that women in the gaming sector held about 25% of senior management positions. In contrast, Empire City Casino’s leadership team is significantly more diverse, with women making up nearly half of its leaders. The team includes the following individuals: Danette Jordon-Woods (human resources executive director) Theresa Tirado (slot operations shift manager) Althea Esty (income control supervisor) Karen Delago (director of surveillance) To mark March as Women’s History Month, MGM shone a spotlight on t......