Garry Sputnim is a seasoned journalist and storyteller with over a decade of experience in the trenches of global news. With a keen eye for uncovering stories that resonate, Alex has reported from over 30 countries, bringing light to untold narratives and the human faces behind the headlines. Specializing in investigative journalism, Garry has a knack for technology and social justice issues, weaving compelling narratives that bridge tech and humanity. Outside the newsroom, Garry is an avid rock climber and podcast host, exploring stories of resilience and innovation.
Vicky Foxcroft has been appointed as the UK’s gambling minister following the leadership shift to new Prime Minister Andy Burnham. She replaces Baroness Fiona Twycross in the Department for Culture,…
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are pursuing separate civil actions against Goliath Ventures and its founder, Christopher Delgado, over allegations of…
Kenya’s High Court has allowed most gambling regulations to take effect once again, reversing a full suspension issued last month. However, the contentious increased licensing fees and capital requirements remain…
The UK’s online gambling sector has entered choppy waters after the government’s decision to double the Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) from 21% to 40% in April. This tax increase —…
The mobile revolution in the igaming industry isn’t just an ongoing trend—it’s the undisputed norm. Smartphones have overtaken desktops as the primary means for players to access online gambling content,…
BGaming has released “Yokai,” a new slot game born from the distinctive artwork of Portuguese street artist Gonçalo MAR, marking a creative departure from traditional game development methods. The launch…
A recent study revealed that Brazilian households lost a staggering BRL62.5 billion ($12.5 billion) to betting operators in 2025. Simultaneously, these companies processed BRL350.97 billion in transactions via Pix, Brazil’s…
Norsk Tipping has settled a lawsuit with its customers over a malfunction in its Eurojackpot and Super Draw systems. Last April, a technical glitch excluded 16,968 Norwegian players from a…
Glasgow City Council is set to receive over £3.44 million in funding over the next three years to address gambling-related harms in the city. The funds, sourced from the industry’s…
South Yorkshire police swooped down on illegal gambling operations in Sheffield and Doncaster, seizing over £110,000 in cash and a hefty haul of gold. These raids, which occurred during the…
Tabcorp Holdings has inked a binding agreement to acquire BetMakers Technology Group for around AU$267 million (US$188.6 million). This acquisition comes months after previous talks collapsed. Announced through an Australian…
Bally’s has hit the brakes on key elements of its $1.7 billion River West casino development in Chicago, following a contentious move by the city to expand video gaming terminals…
U.S.-based Michael Lawrence “Scott” Brannon, a businessman residing in Costa Rica, won’t see the inside of a prison cell despite pleading guilty to running the offshore sportsbook, Tradewinds. He’s been…
The Netherlands’ regulated igaming market, nearing its five-year milestone, sees several key operators securing license renewals ahead of their expiration on October 1, 2026. The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA),…
The Iowa Lottery wrapped up its fiscal year on June 30 with an impressive $469.6 million in sales, marking its third-highest annual sales figure in its 41-year history. This performance…