Philippines’ gambling revenue surges 24.6% in 2024, driven by online growth
The Philippines’ gross gambling revenue (GGR) reached an all-time high of PHP410 billion ($7.16 billion) in 2024, marking a 24.6% increase year-on-year, according to Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco. Speaking at the ASEAN Gaming Summit on March 18, Tengco attributed the growth primarily to the country’s expanding iGaming sector, […]
Pragmatic Play renews partnership with Tomorrowland as its global sponsor
iGaming content supplier Pragmatic Play has renewed its partnership with Tomorrowland, becoming a global sponsor of the renowned music festival. Pragmatic Play’s relationship with the festival began with its debut sponsorship at Tomorrowland Brazil 2024, which allowed the provider to engage new audiences with immersive entertainment experiences. The supplier was also a major sponsor at […]
Pragmatic Play launches Wild West-themed Bandit Megaways with up to 117,649 ways to win
Online gaming provider Pragmatic Play has unveiled Bandit Megaways, a Wild West-themed slot offering up to 117,649 ways to win and a maximum payout of 5,000x the bet. The game introduces dynamite multiplier symbols, which can land on any spin with random values ranging from 2x to 500x. These multipliers remain active until the end […]
Digitain wins Best Interactive Sportsbook Experience title at SiGMA Americas Awards
iGaming technology provider Digitain has been awarded the “Best Interactive Sportsbook Experience 2025” title at this week’s SiGMA Americas Awards in São Paulo, Brazil. “This prestigious recognition highlights Digitain’s relentless drive for innovation, excellence, and its ability to deliver state-of-the-art Sportsbook solutions to its partners,” the company stated. Iain Hutchison, Digitain’s Chief Revenue Officer, stated: […]
Play’n GO’s genie character returns in new slot 1001 Mystery Genie Fortunes
Online gaming provider Play’n GO has unveiled its latest slot game, 1001 Mystery Genie Fortunes. The title revisits the world of Alador, Yasmine, and their enigmatic ally, advancing the narrative while introducing new mechanics. In 1001 Mystery Genie Fortunes, after overthrowing the villainous Zafar, the realm enjoys tranquillity under the rule of Sultan Alador. However, […]
Online gaming in Spain grew over 17% in 2024 and exceeded $1,500 million
The General Directorate for the Regulation of Gaming (DGOJ), the Spanish iGaming regulator, issued the Annual Report on Online Gaming for 2024 and informed that, during that year, the industry recorded Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) of EUR 1,454.59 million, equivalent to USD 1,571.6 million. According to the report, the GGR for 2024 also meant an […]
Winford Resort to debut Manila’s first junket and VIP club in partnership with 888 Horsemen
Winford Resort and Casino Manila is set to unveil a new VIP and junket club in collaboration with 888 Horsemen Group Inc., following a formal agreement signed between the two companies on March 18, 2025. The partnership aims to enhance high-end gaming experiences in the capital and attract elite players both locally and internationally. The […]
India blocks 1,410 illegal gambling websites since 2022 as crackdown intensifies
India has blocked 1,410 illegal online gambling platforms since 2022 as part of a broader crackdown on unauthorized betting, the government said in Parliament. The move is part of efforts to regulate the rapidly growing online gaming industry and curb illicit financial transactions. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued directives to […]
Hong Kong proposes legalizing basketball betting in effort to tackle black market
Hong Kong is considering expanding its legal sports betting framework to include basketball, a move that would mark the first major change to the city’s gambling laws in nearly five decades. The proposed expansion, first signaled in the government’s 2025–26 Budget, would allow the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) to offer basketball betting alongside its […]
