The latest online gambling headlines, bonus updates, and regulatory news.
Evolution Gaming has expanded its live casino portfolio with a new Craps table available in 15 regulated markets.
The UKGC has fined a major operator £5 million for failures in social responsibility and AML procedures.
The sequel to one of the most popular slots in history raises the max win to a massive 10,000x your stake.
Three new casinos received UKGC licenses in June 2026. We review their welcome bonuses, game libraries, and safety records.
The German regulatory body Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder has announced changes to slot spin rate limits.
LeoVegas has increased its welcome bonus for new players from €1,000 to €1,500 for UK and Nordic markets.
Mental by Nolimit City raises the extreme volatility bar with a 150,000x max win potential and a psychology-themed design that pushes the boundaries of slot mechanics.
The self-imposed Premier League ban on gambling logos on front-of-shirt sponsorship officially takes effect from the start of the 2026/27 season, reshaping how UK gambling brands reach football fans.
Evolution Gaming has acquired a live dealer studio in Madrid to serve the rapidly growing regulated Spanish and Portuguese casino markets with localised table games and presenters.
Push Gaming brings its signature high-quality design to a Wild West Megaways format with up to 200,704 ways to win and a free spins bonus featuring persistent multipliers.
The UK Gambling Commission has confirmed Safer Gambling Week 2026 dates and published expanded requirements for operator participation, including mandatory safe messaging across all player communications.
New data from payment processors shows crypto deposits at UKGC-licensed casinos have grown 40% year-on-year, driven primarily by stablecoin adoption and instant withdrawal expectations.
bet365 has added 15 exclusive dedicated live dealer tables to its casino section, including new blackjack variants with customised rules for UK-resident players.
Sky Vegas has launched a Free Spins Club promotion offering weekly free spins to opted-in players based on activity level, with no wagering requirement on winnings.
Hacksaw Gaming has reported record first-half 2026 revenue, driven by breakout slot titles and expansion into the regulated UK market through new distribution agreements with major operators.
Pragmatic Play has announced its live casino studio now operates more than 100 dedicated live tables, a milestone that makes it the second-largest live casino provider by table count after Evolution.
The UK Gambling Commission has published updated affordability check threshold guidance for July 2026, clarifying the deposit levels at which operators must conduct light-touch and enhanced financial risk assessments.
NetEnt has refreshed its iconic Starburst IP with Starburst XXXtreme 2, introducing instant win multipliers up to 500x and a bonus buy feature on its signature expanding wild mechanic.
Yggdrasil Gaming has confirmed a multi-game partnership with artisan studio Peter & Sons, giving the Nordic provider access to Peter & Sons' distinctive hand-drawn visual style for upcoming releases.
MuchBetter e-wallet has expanded its presence at UK-licensed casinos, with the payment method now accepted for instant withdrawals at over 50 operators including Mr Green, Casumo, and Videoslots.
Swedish developer Play'n GO has recorded its highest-ever quarterly wagering figure of £2.1 billion for Q2 2026, driven by Book of Dead variants, Reactoonz titles, and new Megaways releases.
GVC Holdings-owned Ladbrokes and Coral have completed integration work to launch a joint casino app experience for UK players, offering shared game libraries and cross-brand promotions for the first time.
The UK Gambling Commission has opened a consultation on updates to its Social Responsibility Code, seeking operator feedback on new requirements for player interaction triggers and affordability messaging.
ELK Studios has announced a cross-provider collaboration with NetEnt to develop Power of Thor Megaways, combining ELK's innovative bonus mechanics with NetEnt's established Thor franchise.
Betway has announced early implementation of enhanced customer protection measures including lower default deposit limits and strengthened affordability assessment processes ahead of the UKGC deadline.
Thunderkick's latest high-volatility release, Riders of the Storm, set a studio record by reaching one million bonus feature rounds played in its first 48 hours of availability across UK and Swedish markets.
GamCare has published its 2025/26 annual report showing a 22% year-on-year increase in counselling referrals, with online slots and live casino cited as the most frequently mentioned products in treatment sessions.
The Malta Gaming Authority has published updated KYC guidelines requiring MGA-licensed operators to complete enhanced verification for players within 30 days of account opening, reducing the current 90-day window.
Hacksaw Gaming has released Cash Chips, a scratchcard-style slot with a record 50,000x maximum win potential for the studio, continuing its run of high-win-cap titles targeting the UK high-volatility market.
888 Casino has relaunched its player loyalty programme, replacing the previous points-based system with direct cash rewards credited weekly, removing wagering requirements from loyalty cashback for the first time.