Basketball coaches
The FBI has arrested dozens of individuals, including NBA players and a coach, as part of a sweeping investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged, mafia-linked poker games. Miami Heat player Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups are among those named in federal indictments, accused of
National Basketball Association
A multiyear investigation by federal prosecutors has uncovered a massive gambling scheme involving current and former NBA players and coaches, as well as associates of organized crime families. The scheme, which spanned multiple years and involved millions of dollars in illegal betting, was characterized by the use of inside information
Gambling industry
The legalization of sports betting in the US has created a multibillion-dollar industry, with fans able to place wagers from their stadium seats or through mobile apps. However, the rise of easy-to-access sports betting has also raised concerns about the exploitation of private information and the potential for manipulation. A
Online gambling
Gaming Corps AB, a leading iGaming company, has partnered with Light & Wonder, a top aggregation platform provider, to further expand its presence in the regulated iGaming market. The agreement provides Gaming Corps access to a vast global network of online casinos and players, strengthening its distribution network and paving
Cricket (Sport)
The Indian government's Online Gaming Bill, which bans real-money gaming, is set to significantly impact the cricket ecosystem, including the Indian Premier League (IPL), the richest cricket tournament globally. The ban will particularly affect the up-and-coming cricket leagues scattered worldwide that were bankrolled by gaming companies. Dream11'
Cricket (Sport)
The sudden withdrawal of Dream11 as the lead sponsor of India's national cricket teams due to the country's ban on online gambling has left the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) scrambling to find a replacement. This move is a direct result of the
Cricket (Sport)
The Indian government's move to ban fantasy gaming, or "money gaming platforms," is set to have a significant impact on the country's lucrative cricket industry. Dream11, the leading fantasy gaming platform, has significant sponsorship deals with prominent cricket franchises, including the Board of Control
Cricket (Sport)
Mumbai's cricket stadium is where fantasy gaming and real sports come together, with fantasy apps like Dream11 drawing the most attention. The industry has grown exponentially in the last decade with the likes of CSK having Vision11 as one of their sponsors. Dream11, the industry leader, has also
Legislative bills
India's Lok Sabha passed a Bill proposing a sweeping ban on real-money gaming, effectively outlawing all forms of real-money gaming in the country. The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, is aimed at addressing growing concerns over addiction-fuelled debt, financial ruin, and rising cases of suicide
Legislative bills
The Indian government has passed a landmark bill regulating online gaming, recognizing esports and social games while banning real-money formats. The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, marks a significant shift in the country's digital policy, prioritizing public welfare over revenue. According to Ministry of Electronics
Cricket (Sport)
The Lok Sabha's approval of the Online Gaming Bill 2025 marks a significant step towards regulating online real money games, including fantasy sports platforms, in India. However, its impact on cricket's sponsorship landscape and the financial health of the Indian cricket scene remains uncertain. The bill&
Legislative bills
The Indian government has passed a bill to ban online gaming involving real money, citing instances of gambling addiction, money laundering, and financial frauds. The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, aims to prohibit the promotion and operation of gaming apps that require users to pay money to
