In a coordinated effort, over 30 Chinese nationals involved in offshore online gaming operations in the Philippines were sent back to China last Thursday The operation, part of an ongoing law enforcement collaboration between the two countries, was confirmed by the Chinese embassy in Manila This latest repatriation marks the fourth such..

Louisiana lawmakers are evaluating the economic potential of iGaming, focusing on how taxation could benefit the state A recent report by WAFB highlights the growing interest in regulating online gambling platforms, such as Stake, which collaborates with celebrities to reach broader audiences Lawmakers Push for Regulation State Representative..

Asset management leader BlackRock is actively promoting Bitcoin (BTC) as a valuable addition to balanced investment portfolios With over $10 trillion in assets under management, the firm has highlighted the role of Bitcoin in multi-asset strategies in a new research paper, according to Bloomberg BlackRock suggests a 2% allocation of Bitcoin in..

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) pioneer Roger Ver has alleged that the US government attempted to hinder Bitcoin's (BTC) growth as early as 2011 Speaking with Tucker Carlson, Ver described incidents he believes highlight efforts to disrupt Bitcoin's early adoption Ver recalled how Bitcointalkorg, one of Bitcoin’s earliest online forums, became nearly..

India's Chief Economic Advisor, V Anantha Nageswaran, has urged regulators to support innovation in cryptocurrency while ensuring transparency and public accountability Speaking at the Global Economic Policy Forum 2024, Nageswaran emphasized that regulators must not hinder advancements in digital assets like Bitcoin “We need to ensure that..

The public is being asked to comment on a new proposal from Bitwise Asset Management by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) An exchange-traded product (ETP) that will hold a mix of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) has been submitted for approval by the cryptocurrency company The goal of this project is to make the two biggest digital..

Three Nigerian citizens have been charged by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with scamming Bitcoin investors out of $29 million According to the SEC, Chibuzo Augustine Onyeachonam, Stanley Chidubem Asiegbu, and Chukwuebuka Martin Nweke-Eze impersonated real financial professionals using a range of dishonest techniques, such as..

In a groundbreaking move, the New York Red Bulls have entered into a 13-year partnership with Sports Illustrated Tickets, marking a significant shift in sports ticketing As part of the deal, the Red Bulls' home stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, will be renamed “Sports Illustrated Stadium” This partnership introduces a blockchain-powered..

In its 2024 wagering update, the Illinois Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability noted expansion in a number of gaming-related industries The report provides information on the Lottery, horse racing, video gaming, sports betting, and casino operations throughout the state During the first eleven months of 2024, Illinois'..

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Scientific Games have announced a ground-breaking partnership to provide NBA-themed scratch games in US lotteries This creative collaboration will offer fans exclusive promotions and rewards associated with their preferred teams, fusing the thrill of the NBA with lottery games The Massachusetts..

In terms of casino tax revenue for 2023, Pennsylvania led all US states, according to a recent report by Doc's Sports Service Nevada's $12 billion and New York's $2 billion were surpassed by the state's remarkable $23 billion Doug Harbach, Communications Director for the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, highlighted the state’s unique tax..

By hiring James Hartmann and Louis Trombetta as Directors of Government Relations, FanDuel has strengthened its government relations staff The company's relationships in both established and growing markets are intended to be strengthened by these additions Cesar Fernandez, FanDuel's Head of State Government Relations, expressed enthusiasm for..

The regulation of skill games has been rekindled when a Pennsylvania court overturned a Philadelphia rule that prohibited them in the majority of establishments The Commonwealth Court's ruling on December 6 is a blow to local government and the gambling industry, but it also represents a major legal win for skill-game operators Slot machines..

Soccerverse is getting ready to launch its eagerly awaited Season 1 on January 9, 2025, following a year-long open beta For football enthusiasts, this browser-based MMO powered by the Polygon blockchain provides an immersive experience Soccerverse accommodates a range of player positions by fusing club administration mechanics with a fully..

Known as "Bitcoin Jesus" for his early support of cryptocurrencies, Roger Ver is currently battling legal charges from the US Department of Justice (DOJ) In April, Ver, who renounced his US citizenship in 2014, was taken into custody in Spain On charges of tax evasion, mail fraud, and filing fraudulent tax returns, authorities are requesting his..

On his final day as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor, Shaktikanta Das emphasized the transformative potential of India’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital rupee His tenure, marked by innovation and technological advancements, set the stage for a new era in India’s financial landscape A Legacy of Innovation and..

The New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has given Ripple final license to launch its eagerly awaited RLUSD stablecoin With this action, Ripple enters the $200 billion global liquidity market, paving the way for competition from well-established firms like Circle's USDC and Tether (USDT) RLUSD: A New Contender in the Stablecoin..

By incorporating Ondo Finance's tokenized real-world assets into its CeDeFi V2 platform, BounceBit has taken a big step in fusing traditional finance with decentralized systems This partnership is a crucial component of BounceBit's overarching 2025 strategy, which seeks to provide institutional-grade yield prospects by bridging the gap between..

New Jersey's Human Services Department is boosting its efforts to address gambling addiction by awarding $720,000 in contracts This funding aims to enhance treatment options for individuals in the state struggling with gambling disorders A total of six treatment providers across the state will receive $120,000 each to expand their services The..

Super Group, the parent company of online sports betting behemoth Betway, has released a positive financial update as 2024 draws to a close In addition to announcing increased sales and revised EBITDA estimates for the entire year, the company reported strong performance through the fourth quarter Super Group has increased its 2024 sales..