Lynon Expands Through Partnership with ICONIC21

(AsiaGameHub) –   Lynon has bolstered its aggregation platform through a fresh content partnership with ICONIC21. As part of this collaboration, Lynon’s operator partners will now gain access to ICONIC21’s full collection of slot games, live casino offerings, and virtual title […]

NY governor cautions about AI targeting gamblers

(AsiaGameHub) –   New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has introduced a series of proposals aimed at protecting against underage online gambling. Hochul set aside a portion of her 2026 State of the State speech to instruct the New York State Gaming Commission to take suitable measures, no […]

SOFTSWISS Introduces Motion to Reduce Reliance on Technical Resources

(AsiaGameHub) –   SOFTSWISS has rolled out its new feature Motion in a bid to lower the demand for technical resources across operations. Billed as a ‘no-code workflow automation tool’, the feature is embedded into SOFTSWISS’s casino platform and allows operators to auto […]

Gambling advertising restrictions tightened

(AsiaGameHub) –   Following extensive deliberation, a new chapter is finally set to begin for gambling in Australia, as the government rolls out a long-awaited legislative overhaul. The Albanese Government’s reforms will establish a far stricter framework for gambling advertising, e […]

Lucien Barrière Group Acquires Póvoa de Varzim Casino

(AsiaGameHub) –   The Lucien Barrière Group has acquired one of Portugal’s most historic casinos, Póvoa de Varzim Casino, thereby expanding its international retail portfolio. Póvoa de Varzim Casino, a seaside resort that employs 220 individuals, has been a fixt […]

Nepal steps up enforcement of online gambling ban

(AsiaGameHub) –   Nepal’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has initiated steps to enforce the nation’s ban on online gambling by blocking access to associated applications and websites. According to reports from The Himalayan Times, these government direct […]

UKGC Announces April Deadlines for Key Gambling Review Evaluations

(AsiaGameHub) –   The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has informed gambling licensees and other interested parties about two approaching deadlines concerning its assessment of regulations. The initial deadline is for the conclusion of the Commission’s consultation regarding revisions […]

Examining the key players as Alberta confirms its iGaming launch date

(AsiaGameHub) –   Potential operators have been alerted following Alberta‘s confirmation that its regulated online gambling sector is set to commence operations on July 13. Becoming Canada‘s second regulated jurisdiction alongside Ontario, the province has seen several major i […]

HMRC terminates 10% Bingo Duty tax for land-based venues

(AsiaGameHub) –   HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will no longer impose a 10% tax on gross profits earned by land-based bingo venues across the UK. This policy change was rolled out as part of the Budget announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves back in November 2025, and the […]

Ygam warns of growing social media influence on student gambling

(AsiaGameHub) –   A recent study by Ygam indicates that social media is playing an increasingly significant role in how students engage with gambling. As unlicensed operators continue to infiltrate social media platforms, 34% of students who participate in gambling identified these platfo […]

The Star concludes the offload of Queen’s Wharf interests

(AsiaGameHub) –   The Star Entertainment Group has successfully concluded an agreement with its joint venture partners concerning the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane and Gold Coast resorts. Nevertheless, the Australian casino operator might receive reduced compensation for managing the Queen […]

Gamban Excluded from Gambling Harms Funding by OHID

(AsiaGameHub) –   The ongoing dispute concerning the implementation of the new statutory levy for gambling harms has intensified, following confirmation from Gamban that it will not receive funding. Gamban, formerly supported by GambleAware, expressed disapproval of OHID‘s choice to […]

NICC Prolongs Licence Suspension of The Star Sydney

(AsiaGameHub) –   The New South Wales Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has once more extended the license suspension for The Star Entertainment Group’s Sydney-based casino. On March 12, the NICC received a pathway-to-suitability submission from The Star Sydney, where the operato […]

Swedish Gambling Data Challenges Liberalization Assumptions

(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 publ […]

Who Will Finance Codere’s $2bn Acquisition?

(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 incl […]

PAGCOR relaxes license fee timeline by delaying implementation

(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 Gam […]