What’s Happening in the Philippines, Local News and Philippine People
(AsiaGameHub) – The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission has launched a consultation on proposed legislation that would enable regulators to impose fines on senior gambling industry personnel for anti-money laundering shortcomings. The measure increases scrutiny on individuals rather
More(AsiaGameHub) – Wealthsimple is poised to enter Canada’s prediction market sector, having secured regulatory clearance to provide specific event-based contracts. While the proposed platform will enable users to trade on real-world results, significant restrictions remain in place. Good to
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(AsiaGameHub) – Alberta appears to have provided the first clear timeline for launching its regulated iGaming market in the Canadian province. The province’s regulator, Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC), has released a guidance document for the iGaming transition
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(AsiaGameHub) – The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has called on the UK’s new gambling harm treatment commissioners to maintain continuity during the shift to a statutory levy. Charities part of the National Gambling Support Network were commended for delivering
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(AsiaGameHub) – Louis Theroux’s in-depth investigation into the ‘manosphere’ and contemporary media consumption habits has highlighted a troubling strategy used by unregulated operators to attract a fresh audience to their sites. While the bulk of his new Netflix documentary
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(AsiaGameHub) – Grupo Codere has allegedly hired Jefferies and Macquarie Capital to provide advisory services for the company’s planned $2.3 billion sale. Spanish business publication Expansion, through Reuters, reported on Wednesday that though the sale remains in its early
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(AsiaGameHub) – As AI continues to transform the software landscape, some voices in the tech industry are now questioning whether SaaS platforms are growing increasingly interchangeable. The common reasoning goes: if code can be generated extremely quickly, platforms are
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(AsiaGameHub) – Allwyn AG has finalized the business merger of Allwyn International AG and OPAP to establish the second-largest listed lottery and gaming operator, a transaction it believes can shape the future of the iGaming industry. The deal was
More(AsiaGameHub) – WEMADE is set to roll out the global edition of Legend of YMIR on Steam at 10:00 AM KST on April 7, 2026. This launch expands the company’s PC distribution reach as it aims to grow the
More(AsiaGameHub) – STS has become a member of the International Betting Integrity Association, bringing one of Central Europe’s largest regulated sportsbook brands into the broader integrity network. The agreement connects STS to IBIA’s Global Monitoring and Alert Platform and
More(AsiaGameHub) – Sportradar Group AG has introduced Playradar, a fresh iGaming brand designed for operators seeking to integrate sports content and casino offerings into a unified platform. This launch marks a significant expansion of Sportradar’s iGaming strategy, with a
More(AsiaGameHub) – On Tuesday, a jury based in Santa Fe ordered Meta to pay $375 million in civil penalties following a six-week trial examining child safety practices on Facebook and Instagram. The ruling secured a win for New Mexico
More(AsiaGameHub) – New Jersey is edging closer to prohibiting micro bets, one of the speediest types of in-game wagering. On March 23, a Senate committee approved SB 2160, sending the bill to the Senate floor for a second reading.
More(AsiaGameHub) – Financial institutions are divided on prediction markets. While certain companies are expanding into the space, others are prohibiting staff participation due to increasing regulatory worries. Good to Know Trading in prediction markets has been prohibited for employees
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(AsiaGameHub) – A recent Australian study has examined the influence of gambling marketing on the attitudes of women in Victoria. According to researchers, contemporary advertising, influencer material, sports affiliations, and brand initiatives are normalizing betting and downplaying its associated
More(AsiaGameHub) – California lawsuits are applying new pressure to Whatnot regarding how sports card breaks are sold on its platform. Plaintiffs argue the format amounts to illegal gambling, but the company disputes this and states gambling is prohibited on
More(AsiaGameHub) – A fresh legal battle has begun between the NCAA and DraftKings regarding betting promotions linked to college basketball tournament branding. The disagreement focuses on whether DraftKings is allowed to use popular NCAA tournament terms in sportsbook menus,
More(AsiaGameHub) – Fanatics Sportsbook has introduced a new wagering option known as Squad Bets, offering customers an alternative method to construct parlays across major sports. This feature enables bettors to assemble a group of players working toward a single
More(AsiaGameHub) – Brazil is gearing up for additional restrictions on online betting platforms. According to Vice President Geraldo Alckmin, the government plans to strengthen regulations as retail groups continue to pressure Brasília regarding concerns about consumer spending, debt levels,
More(AsiaGameHub) – Kalshi has introduced new trading limitations designed to mitigate insider trading risks associated with political and sports contracts. The changes were announced on Monday, a time when prediction markets are grappling with legal scrutiny and renewed concerns
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