Slot Machine Tax Face £460m UK Tax Rise Under Burnham
A thinktank says doubling UK slot machine duty to 40% could raise up to £458m a year, with 43% public backing. Industry calls it "fantasy economics."
Philippine Online Gaming Hit Unevenly by New Rules
Tighter rules are reshaping Philippine online gaming, hitting DigiPlus hard while PhilWeb held firm. Compliance costs now decide winners in the 2026 market.
UK Gambling Commission Seeks Industry Burden Fixes
The UK Gambling Commission has invited operators and suppliers to propose cuts to compliance burdens by 25 September 2026 — but FRAs are likely excluded.
ACMA Blocks 12 Illegal Gambling Sites in Australia
Australia's ACMA has ordered ISPs to block 12 illegal gambling sites including Pointsbetz.com — pushing the total blocked count to 1,751 since 2019. Full site list inside.
Lumbee Tribe Casino Vote: 62% Reject Amendment in NC
The Lumbee Tribe casino amendment was rejected 62% by tribal voters, stalling a planned $B resort in Robeson County, NC — just months after federal recognition.
