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(AsiaGameHub) –   Swedish gambling industry stakeholders are being encouraged to adopt more evidence-based strategies to address problem gambling, as recent analysis underscores the intricate risk profiles that influence player habits. Collaboration between regulators, operators, and public health authorities is deemed essential to safeguard Sweden’s stable problem gambling statistics against both existing and emerging challenges. […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   The UK Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has utilized Unexplained Wealth Orders and Interim Freezing Orders to freeze the assets of a wanted Chinese national, who allegedly has connections to an illegal gambling network operating across China. Previously identified only as Mr X, the fugitive at the center of the asset freeze has […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   Rumors have been swirling throughout Spain and Latin America ever since news broke last week that Grupo Codere has brought on advisors to oversee a $2.3bn (£1.7bn) sale process. While the asset is appealing thanks to the company’s presence across markets including Spain, Mexico and Argentina, plus its fast-growing online segment, recent […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   Trainwreck has returned to media headlines in recent weeks, focusing his commentary on the gambling sector and live streaming.  During a recent broadcast, he specifically addressed the impact of Twitch’s 2022 gambling prohibition on that category of content on the Amazon-owned site. Trainwreck Thinks Twitch Made Things Worse for Gambling Viewers  He […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   James Farthing, the $167 million Powerball jackpot winner, was arrested last year for kicking a police officer in the face during a hotel altercation. Now, the 51-year-old has been arrested once again, this time facing allegations of stealing $12,000 and fleeing the scene. Jackpot Winner Arrested Again Per NBC affiliate LEX 18, […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has issued a memorandum delaying the rollout of the new monthly minimum guaranteed fee (MGF) for licensed online operators by two months, according to reports. As reported by Inside Asian Gaming, the Electronic Gaming Licensing Department at PAGCOR likely initiated this postponement due to the […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   A fortunate gambler managed to transform a $3 bet at a casino near downtown San Diego into a life-changing prize, securing $630,069 from the Kong Skull Island slot machine. This winning moment occurred last Wednesday at the Jamul Casino Resort, marking one of the most substantial slot jackpots ever awarded at the […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has taken action against thousands of websites it considers to be operating unlawfully within the nation, for providing sports betting and online casino services without a license or in clear violation of regulations. ACMA Tightens Screws on Influencers and Promotion of Illegal Gambling  The authority […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   Nearly a year has elapsed since a Cash 5 Quick Cash ticket was drawn, yet the holder of the $400,000 prize has yet to come forward. $400K On the Line, but No Player Can Muster the Right Ticket The winning draw took place on April 3, 2025, with the ticket successfully matching […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   A well-known Indiana-based U.S. poker player was killed earlier this March in an incident prosecutors believe involved a dispute over an unpaid marijuana debt, not gambling-related losses. Marijuana Business James “Matt” Lushin, a real estate investor and frequent participant in the poker circuit, was discovered dead at his Westfield residence on March […]

(AsiaGameHub) –   An analysis conducted by Jordan Bender of Citizens Equity Research indicates that Kalshi’s pricing for games in the “ Sweet 16” and “ Elite 8” rounds of the March Madness competition has been more favorable than that of its competitor in traditional sports betting, DraftKings. However, DraftKings still offered the most competitive […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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, […]