Betfair Faces Landmark High Court Duty-Of-Care Claim
July 13, 2026
Luke Ashton’s widow and family say the firm should have stepped in as his losses rose, while Betfair denies it owed him any such duty.
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UK Prepares Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsors
July 12, 2026
Ministers are moving after delays, pressure from industry and Everton’s Stake deal.
Lowell Survey Finds Betting Rises With Tournaments and Heat
July 11, 2026
The debt firm said 57% of bettors have used at least one financial coping mechanism after gambling, as the World Cup and a UK heatwave coincided.
ZEAL Lines Up Alex Green to Lead SevenCanyon
July 10, 2026
The current vice president of games will step in after a six-month handover as ZEAL buys the UK prize draw operator.
Octoplay Launches UK-exclusive Custom Slot for Midnite
July 09, 2026
The first bespoke title under a July 2025 partnership builds on a proven game mechanic.
MrQ Secures Three-Season Bournemouth Sleeve Deal
July 09, 2026
The online casino will also appear on adult retail shirts and bring fan prizes
ZEAL Agrees SevenCanyon Acquisition for UK Entry
July 09, 2026
The German lottery group is buying a profitable UK prize draw operator and funding the move with a €40 million loan.
RubyPlay Agrees to Buy Splash Tech in Push Into Engagement Tools
July 08, 2026
The London-based jackpot specialist would add free-to-play and real-money tools to RubyPlay’s wider retention suite.
Merkur Takes Over Victoria Gate Casino in Leeds
July 07, 2026
The city-centre venue shut briefly for the handover, with jobs and a relaunch plan left intact.
UK Gambling Checks Will Start With £5,000-A-Day Spenders
July 07, 2026
The commission says most assessments will be invisible to customers, but critics warn the plan could push some gambling underground.