Online Gambling News in the United Kingdom - June 2026

UK Bookmakers Fight Back in War Against FOBTs

UK Bookmakers Fight Back in War Against FOBTs

Tom S. April 22, 2014 15:18:32

With the high profile recent controversies over Fixed Odds Betting Terminals (FOBTs) in the UK, bookmakers are fighting back against their detractors, defending their right to exist on the high street. The whole discussion started as bookmakers took advantage of lax British gambling laws to introduce more and more FOBTs, as well as more and […]

All Change at United as Moyes Leaves After Just 10 Months

All Change at United as Moyes Leaves After Just 10 Months

Tom S. April 22, 2014 14:35:35

David Moyes has been sacked as manager of Manchester United after just 10 months in the job. The club are unable to qualify for next seasons Champions League after a loss to Moyes’ former employers Everton left them in 7th spot. The Scot may have come recommended by United legend Sir Alex Ferguson, but that […]

Sweden Protests Against TV Ads That Come from “Grey Market Operators”

Sweden Protests Against TV Ads That Come from “Grey Market Operators”

Toni April 19, 2014 09:57:57

Two-thirds of TV commercials in Sweden are reportedly advertised by providers that practice illegal gambling activities. The Swedish Gaming Authority (Lotteriinspektionen) reported that last year’s TV ads coming from the “Grey Market Operators” were valued at $152 million, which is equivalent to nearly SEK 1 billion. This sum is also double than what was spent […]

Why 2014 Could be the Year for Online Casinos

Why 2014 Could be the Year for Online Casinos

Toni April 18, 2014 16:22:55

2014 guarantees to be a very successful year for online casinos, as they look to experience a rise in traffic and casino providers. The future looks more than promising for online casinos. In fact, it resembles a mine filled with unpolished gems! Realizing the far exceeding picture and extensive benefits, governments have started to become […]

PokerStars Announces $40 Million Prize Pool for SCOOP Championship

PokerStars Announces $40 Million Prize Pool for SCOOP Championship

Monica E. April 18, 2014 15:50:11

PokerStars is launching its biggest challenge yet: the 2014 Spring Championship of Online Poker. Professional and amateur players registered with the online poker site in the UK, as well as in other countries where PokerStars is available, can qualify for the tournament via the website. This will be the biggest poker challenge ever, with 45 […]

32Red Online Casino Signs A Sponsorship Contract With Rangers FC

32Red Online Casino Signs A Sponsorship Contract With Rangers FC

Iva P. April 18, 2014 15:09:42

The online gaming provider 32Red will become the front-of-shirt sponsor of the Scottish League One Rangers FC. The deal made it into the gambling news and it is for three years – from 2014 to 2017. 32Red will benefit from being on the front side of players’ home and away jerseys. Additionally, the sponsor will […]

UK Gambling Commission Take a Stand against Illegal Gaming Machines

UK Gambling Commission Take a Stand against Illegal Gaming Machines

Rab April 18, 2014 14:18:47

The UK Gambling Commission are taking steps to tackle illegal gaming machines in various sites across the UK following the announcement of their intentions to host a series of training workshops. As told in UK gambling news, the workshops which will be held across the country, aim to help local councils identify and manage the […]

Newly Acquired Blue Gem Gaming Content Seized

Newly Acquired Blue Gem Gaming Content Seized

Rab April 18, 2014 14:04:27

Online gaming titles supplied by Blue Gem Gaming have been removed from the internet following an ongoing Dutch investigation surrounding the operator who formerly offered the games. Just less than a month ago, Blue Gem Gaming began marketing online and mobile casino game titles previously associated with disgraced 3D slot developers Sheriff Gaming. However, Blue […]

Casino Technology on the Rise in Latin America

Casino Technology on the Rise in Latin America

April 18, 2014 13:48:50

A big deal to provide slot machines to Codere in Colombia further expands Casino Technology’s already impressive operations in Latin America. The Bulgaria-based and creatively-named slots manufacturer Casino Technology has been hired to supply games for the regionally-significant Colombian casino market. The company has previously provided its Gamopolis Highway and FusionJackpot slots to casinos in […]

British Poker Players Won Most in $1 Million Sunday Storm

British Poker Players Won Most in $1 Million Sunday Storm

Monica E. April 18, 2014 13:04:17

PokerStars celebrated the Sunday Storm competition’s third anniversary with an incredible $1 million prize pool. As part of last Sunday’s promotion, the buy-in was set as low as $11. Professional poker players from across the world rushed to join the special tournament, to get a share of the $1 million prize pool. PokerStars brought their […]