Author: Ross Kerber

Norwegian state-owned gambling operator Norsk Tipping is once again in hot water after investigators uncovered a serious flaw in the handling of Eurojackpot and Lotto draws that may have been occurring since 2021 or earlier. The error gave certain ticket types—particularly those from syndicates or cooperative banks—an unfair advantage. A Systemic Problem Affecting Millions According to Atle Hamar, Director of the Norwegian Lottery and Foundations Authority, “There have been wrong winners in every single draw over several years. This means that the error has affected millions of players.” The magnitude of the issue has prompted regulatory authorities to propose a…

McLaren have been warned that they need to make Lando Norris their number one driver from the start of the 2025 season if they want to win the championship. The Woking-based team had a competitive car last year, but Max Verstappen ultimately won his fourth world championship due to Norris frequently losing positions on the opening lap and due to Oscar Piastri taking points away from him. However, ex-F1 driver Marc Surer believes Norris has addressed his weakness and has an excellent chance of winning the 2025 Drivers’ Championship if McLaren provide him with a good car. “I think Lando…

Online gaming enthusiasts in New Jersey now have access to Evolution’s highly popular Live Dealer Games, following the company’s integration with Bet365. This marks a significant expansion in the state’s gaming landscape, offering players access to cutting-edge casino experiences. Expanding Game Options for Players With its February rollout, Evolution brings a diverse selection of live casino games to New Jersey players. These include fan-favorite titles such as Lightning Roulette, Crazy Time, and Dream Catcher. Additionally, Evolution’s portfolio boasts a wide array of Blackjack variations, including Infinite Blackjack and Speed Blackjack, further enhancing the gaming experience. Marcus Huber, Chief Commercial Officer…

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Liverpool’s Curtis Jones in the summer transfer window, as they look to bolster their midfield, a Spurs source told My Betting Edge on Wednesday. Tottenham are prepared to pay up to £65 million to secure Jones, but it’s unclear if Liverpool will be willing to let him go. Spurs’ interest in Jones comes amid the team reportedly being keen on signing Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios, though securing his signature could prove challenging due to his hefty €100 million release clause. Jones therefore appears to be a backup option, in the event they’re unable to…

As the 2025 Formula 1 season approaches, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton embarks on a new chapter with Ferrari. According to an analysis of betting odds by My Betting Edge, Hamilton has a 14% chance of winning the Drivers’ Championship this upcoming season, reflecting both the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the British driver in his debut season with the Scuderia. Hamilton’s move to Ferrari marks a significant shift after an 11-year tenure with Mercedes, during which he secured six of his seven titles. His decision to join Ferrari has been met with mixed reactions, with some questioning…

The Sports Betting Alliance (SBA) has labeled the budget as an “extremely disappointing decision that will cause real harm.” The proposed budget nearly triples the tax rate for the most profitable operators. The version of the budget passed by the senate on Sunday diverges from the house proposal. If enacted, Illinois would become the second-most expensive state for wagering operators, with the highest adjusted gross revenue operators facing a 40% tax. Only New York’s 51% rate is higher for a competitive market. The tax vehicle is HB 4951, which originally did not include the progressive sports betting tax when approved…

Inspired Gaming Group reported a decline in total revenue for the first quarter of 2024, recording $63.1 million, a 2.8% decrease from the previous year’s $64.9 million. This downturn primarily stemmed from decreases in its Gaming and Virtual Sports segments, overshadowing growth in other areas. The Interactive segment, however, showed a robust growth of 37.3%, indicating a continued upward trend from the previous year. Leisure segment revenues also saw a boost, increasing by 8.8% to $18.6 million. Conversely, Gaming, the company’s primary revenue generator, experienced an 11.4% decline to $24.0 million. Virtual Sports revenues fell by 16.2% to $12.4 million,…

The prosecutor general’s office has divulged statistics outlining its efforts to combat illegal gambling throughout 2023 and the current period of 2024. According to the report released in April 2024, investigations are underway regarding over 450 suspected instances of illegal gambling. Among these, indictments have been issued against 72 individuals, including seven cases involving 68 members of criminal organizations. Additionally, 76 criminal offenses have been recorded thus far in 2024. In 2023 alone, the prosecutor general’s office documented 169 instances of illegal gambling, resulting in 52 indictments against 97 individuals. Moreover, authorities seized over 7,000 pieces of equipment, including computers,…

Today, on April 24, Ukraine’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, conducted a vote that is poised to bring about a significant transformation in the governance and regulation of gambling within the country. This decision followed the submission of draft law no 9256d, which proposed the dissolution of KRAIL, the Ukraine gambling regulator. The impact of gambling on Ukrainian society, especially during wartime, has been a subject of intense debate. This discussion gained momentum after a petition initiated by Pavlo Petrychenko, a soldier from the 59th brigade, in late March. The petition, hosted on the president’s office website, swiftly garnered over 26,000…

March witnessed remarkable growth in Delaware’s gambling industry, with sports betting and online casino operations experiencing significant increases in both handle and revenue. The state’s handle soared past last year’s $3.5 million recorded in March, marking a notable 37.0% rise from $13.8 million in February this year. Sports betting revenue in March reached $1.0 million, a sharp rise of 89.2% compared to $544,385 in the previous year, and an 83.8% increase from $560,449 in February. This surge was primarily attributed to the Delaware Lottery’s introduction of its first online sportsbook earlier in January, which is operated by Rush Street Interactive…