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New Catalonia President opposes Hard Rock project

A potential agreement between the PSC (Socialists’ Party of Catalonia) and the Comuns to appoint Salvador Illa as the President of Catalonia has sparked interest as it encloses a decision to halt the development of the Hard Rock macro-project. This proposed leisure complex in Salou, set to feature hotels, a casino, entertainment venues, and a shopping avenue near PortAventura, has been a contentious issue among Catalan political parties and even led to a budgetary dilemma within the Catalan government.

Stella David steers Entain to encouraging H1 2024 results

Despite facing a multitude of challenges, Entain’s H1 results for 2024 have surfaced as a sign of the company’s resilience. Analysts perceive this promising outcome as Entain’s capacity to overcome the challenges of the past year’s difficulties, suggesting a glimmer of hope at the end of Entain's seemingly dark tunnel.

Austria: police reports major drop in illegal gambling operations

In Austria, the authorities are winning the war against illegal land-based gambling, according to the Financial Police.

Poland’s STS Group and BetGames extend partnership

BetGames, a leading provider of content that seamlessly integrates sports betting and casino gaming, has renewed its exclusive partnership with the STS Group, a top-tier operator in Poland. This successful collaboration, which has been extended until 2026, underscores STS’ exclusive rights to offer BetGames’ wide choice of games in its domestic market. This includes the…

GGPoker acquires new licences in Lithuania and the Philippines

GGPoker, one of the world’s largest online poker networks, has recently secured two new licences in the Philippines and Lithuania.

SiGMA Market Report presents trends and insights from East Europe

he SiGMA World report provides a detailed examination of the online gambling market in Eastern Europe, focusing on marketing strategies and regulatory developments. It identifies leading operators and affiliates in the region, notes Flutter's market capitalization dominance, and discusses recent M&A activity, all while highlighting the importance of adapting to new regulations for continued industry growth.

Cyprus National Betting Authority announces October safe gambling campaign

The National Betting Authority (NBA) of Cyprus has announced a week-long campaign for safe gambling, set to take place from 7 - 13 October. The campaign, bearing the logo ‘Safety is the true hero in every game’, aims to educate the public about the potential harmful consequences of gambling and provide resources for those who may need help.

Baroness Fiona Twycross steers the course of UK’s gambling sector

Baroness Fiona Twycross has been appointed as the new Minister for Gambling at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). She will oversee gambling issues and report directly to Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lisa Nandy.

Goodwood no longer so glorious according to bookmakers

‘The turnover just wasn’t really there’ said bookmakers as they gave mixed verdicts on betting trade at Glorious Goodwood. The iconic horse racing event, Glorious Goodwood, has recently been the subject of concern among bookmakers. They have expressed worries over the levels of betting interest at the event, as on-course firms offered a mixed review of trade at the meeting last week.

Who’s dominating the Paris 2024 Medal Count?

As the Paris 2024 Olympic Games continue to captivate audiences worldwide, the medal standings have begun to crystallise, showcasing the intense competition and remarkable performances of athletes from around the globe.