MGM And Caesars Face Class-Action Lawsuits on Data Protection Failure Allegations

The stream of unpleasant events continues for two top tier gaming and entertainment operators. Having restored their online operations after separate cyberattacks, Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International are now reportedly facing lawsuits for the alleged failure to protect personal data of loyalty program customers during the recent hacker activities. Five Lawsuits Filed: As Las …

Australia Modifies Classification Rules Related To Loot Boxes And Gambling

As reported by IGN, modifications to the minimum age requirements for people to access any games that involve simulated gambling have been given the green light in Australia. R18+ rating for any simulated gambling game: Starting in September next year, any game that contains simulated gambling, like social casino games, will be rated R18+. The …

Altenar Expands to New Zealand through the Partnership with SpinBet

One of the most popular sportsbooks and iGaming software providers, Altenar, partnered with the renowned betting platform SpinBet, expanding to New Zealand, which is a significant step towards the global expansion the company is seeking.  New Zealand expansion: SpinBet will have a chance to incorporate the advanced Altenar products into its offering in New Zealand. …

Norway’s Lottery Regulator Supervises 9 Banks For Non-Legal Gambling Transactions

Lotteritilsynet, the Norwegian lottery authority, will keep the country’s nine banks under supervision to make sure their obedience regarding the ban on “processing transactions” with operators that don’t own license. Monitoring: In compliance with the section 5 of the Norwegian Gambling Act: “National laws state banks in Norway cannot allow deposits into and withdrawals from …