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(AsiaGameHub) -   Two small cities in southwest California are preparing their residents for a potential vote on a sales tax increase scheduled for the June ballot, prompted by new state gambling regulations and their anticipated impact on local budgets. 0.25% Tax Rise Commerce and Bell Gardens have announced their intention to propose a quarter-cent sales tax hike in the coming months. This decision follows both cities being compelled to declare fiscal emergencies due to projected revenue shortfalls from their local cardrooms. “The threat to our city is present,” stated Commerce city manager Ernie Hernandez . Bell Gardens city manager Michael B. O’Kelly echoed this sentiment, saying, “If we do not take action now, we risk our ability to protect the community. We are acting out of necessity, not desire.” Both municipalities rely significantly on the revenue generated by the Commerce Casino, located just minutes from downtown Los Angeles, and the Bicycle Casino, wid......

(AsiaGameHub) -   A recent nationwide study of UK university students has uncovered a nuanced trend in gambling behaviors, noting a decrease in the number of participants alongside an increase in spending among those who remain active. UK University Students Gamble Less Often but Spend More The research, which surveyed 2,000 students and was released in March 2026, indicates that approximately 65% of students participated in gambling during the previous year. This represents a significant decrease from historical participation rates. Conversely, financial stakes have grown, with the average weekly amount spent on gambling rising to slightly above GBP 50 ($66)—nearly twice the amount reported the year prior. The findings reveal a distinct gender disparity. Male students participate in gambling at a higher rate, with 75% reporting involvement, compared to just over 50% of female students. Sports betting is particularly prominent, with a significant number of male participants wagering online......

(AsiaGameHub) -   A fresh legal challenge has emerged in the United States, subjecting some of the largest gaming corporations globally to increased scrutiny amid rising allegations that popular titles are intentionally designed to keep young players hooked. Lawsuit Alleges Major Games Are Designed to Hook Young Players Recently filed in a California federal court, the lawsuit names Roblox, Epic Games, Microsoft, and Mojang as defendants. The complaint was submitted by an 18-year-old who asserts that prolonged engagement with games like Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft resulted in a serious and enduring gaming addiction originating in his youth. According to court documents, he began gaming at age nine and eventually increased his play to sessions of up to 16 hours daily, experiencing withdrawal-like reactions when forced to stop. At its core, the lawsuit argues that developers utilize behavioral science to mold player habits. The filing alleges that the companies integrated mechanisms intended to maxi......

(AsiaGameHub) -   On Sunday, Nepal’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MoCIT) ordered the Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) to carry out the directive: “immediately close [all] betting apps and websites, including any electronic betting” within a 24-hour window. In response, the NTA collaborated with internet service providers to block access to these platforms. This ban is part of a 100-point policy reform agenda under Prime Minister Balendra Shah, who was elected on March 5. The 35-year-old rapper and former Kathmandu mayor—who built his following via social media and pledged greater governance transparency—secured nearly a two-thirds majority, easily defeating his controversial rival KP Sharma Oli. Shah was sworn into office on March 27. The next day, Oli was arrested on allegations of authorizing deadly force during public demonstrations in Nepal last September. During the so-called “Gen-Z uprising,” police killed at least 19......

(AsiaGameHub) -   The Premier League remains one of the most profitable sponsorship partners in global sports. However, next season will eliminate one of the most prominent aspects of that ecosystem, as gambling company logos will no longer appear on the front of matchday shirts. This modification is already impacting soccer club budgets, since locating an appropriate substitute is proving more difficult than anticipated. Soccer and Gambling Often Go Hand-in-Hand For years, betting brands paid a premium for shirt placement. The expense was justified, as jersey logos delivered significant value. These displays enhanced credibility, reached millions of supporters, and converted shirts into moving billboards. For clubs not among the elite, these agreements were essential to stay competitive. Now, replacing that income is proving troublesome. Lower-profile clubs such as West Ham United, Fulham, and AFC Bournemouth could feel the impact more severely. Lacking the widespread attraction of the so-calle......

(AsiaGameHub) -   Atlantic City has moved past its period of crisis. Nevertheless, it remains in a transitional phase between recovery and autonomy, still reliant on external assistance. The municipality now faces challenging decisions regarding how to maintain its current momentum. In comments to The Press of Atlantic City, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill expressed guarded optimism, despite acknowledging persistent industry hurdles and internal state policy disputes. ​Reduced Debt May Signal Lasting Stability ​Years of state intervention from Trenton, coupled with assistance from the casino sector, have steadied Atlantic City’s fiscal situation following a prolonged era of financial deficits and legal disputes. Sustained policy efforts have successfully cut the city’s significant debt by more than half, dropping from approximately $500 million to roughly $228 million. This progress is now a primary factor in the city's strategic planning. New Jersey has extended its overs......

(AsiaGameHub) -   Billionaire casino magnate and Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta has reached an agreement to purchase the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun for $300 million, a record sum for the league, and move the franchise to Houston. Tilman Fertitta Will Purchase the Connecticut Sun  The Connecticut Sun sale features significant casino industry connections, given the seller, Mohegan, runs the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut, the venue that also hosts the WNBA team's home games.  Separately, Fertitta Entertainment Inc., the owner of the Golden Nugget casinos, has been connected to recent speculation that Tilman Fertitta is seeking to buy Caesars Entertainment. He allegedly submitted a $34-per-share bid earlier this month, placing the company's equity value at approximately $7 billion. This bid for Caesars faces competition, however, including from activist investor Carl Icahn. It is reported that Fertitta and the casino company are now in a sole 45-day discussion window. Fertitta Ent......

(AsiaGameHub) -   Flexifai, a payment technology firm focused on challenging markets, has rolled out an AI-powered routing engine designed to boost transaction approval rates in emerging economies. According to the company, a digital operator in Ghana saw its conversion rate climb from 43% to 73% within 30 days of launch — with no modifications to product design or checkout process. The improvement stemmed from three integrated features: intelligent routing, which picks payment routes using real-time performance data such as authorization rates and processing speed; cascading logic that sends failed transactions to backup providers; and automated retry systems that resubmit rejected payments before the user exits. The deployment in Ghana faced a unique infrastructure hurdle. Mobile money platforms in the region don't have the anti-fraud detection systems commonly found in card-payment setups. This made it hard for providers to spot fraudulent activity, like one user rapidly switching through ......