The gambling industry is evolving constantly, so it’s no surprise that you can always find something new. Each week brings fresh stories and we at Nostrabet.com took the time to review everything. This week’s roundup has some very intriguing news from around the world that we believe you’ll want to see, so let’s learn more about them.
Bet365 Signs a Partnership Deal With EveryMatrix
It’s safe to say this is among the most interesting news of the week because EveryMatrix signed its largest casino aggregation deal with bet365. Following this agreement, the brand will offer in-house content from over 40 different providers.
Bet365 will benefit greatly from this agreement because it will have new market opportunities. This includes the UK, Germany, Mexico and the Netherlands. This will put bet365 in an even better position than many of its counterparts.
Malaysia Will Try To Contact Meta About the Gambling Ads in the Country
Malaysia is among several countries around the world that have strict gambling laws. Despite that, the country has problems with gambling ads on Facebook. That’s why the Malaysian Communications Minister will meet Meta’s representatives on September 22 to discuss the issue.
This is a very delicate topic because there is a fine line between censorship and free speech. The Malaysian government is working to prevent criminals from exploiting platforms to promote unregulated gambling products.
There have been several news reports from the SEA country in the last couple of weeks. The most recent case involves authorities arresting 328 people for engaging in illegal gambling activities.
It will be interesting to follow this topic and see what happens. If Facebook takes action against these ads, other countries may request that the company do the same.
The Police in Manchester Arrested a Man Over Horse Racing Match-Fixing Allegations
Most match-fixing scandals are related to football, but there are exceptions. One of them happened a few days ago, and it involves a 42-year-old man from Bury, England. The police in Manchester arrested him due to suspicious activities related to match fixing in horse racing.
If the court finds the man guilty, he can face imprisonment of up to two years. Based on our information, the investigation has been going on since early 2025. Following the arrest, the organizers postponed all races scheduled for that day.
South Korea Reports a Rise in Gambling Addictions in the Country
South Korea doesn’t often get in the iGaming news, but it seems like the country has some issues. The most recent report shows that the country has had a rise in adolescent gambling addiction cases. There were a total of 64 cases in 2022, but they jumped to 210 in 2024.
Speaking of alarming stats, there are also concerns about juvenile gambling crimes. The stats show that there were 76 in 2022 and have jumped to 631 in 2024. There has also been a rise in illegal sports betting incidents.
I’d like to remind you that iGaming is still in the grey area in South Korea, but if it gets legal, we expect to see an increase in the number of people with issues.
The Gambling Revenue in New Jersey Rises by 15.7%, iGaming Increases by 25.2%
As we reported last week, New Jersey has one of the largest iGaming markets in the USA. This was confirmed by the most recent report from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement. Based on their stats, the casino revenue hit $311.9M, which is a stable 6.1% increase.
The internet gaming revenue reached $248.4M in August, a 25.2% increase. In fact, the iGaming industry has generated $1.88B this year so far, a jaw-dropping increase of 23.5%.
Millions use Offshore Gambling Sites in India Following the Online Gambling Ban
India joined the list of countries that decided to ban online gambling several weeks ago. This has triggered a wave of disruption in the industry because many people have lost their jobs and websites have decided to take the decision to court.
In the meantime, however, more and more people seem to be looking for ways to bypass restrictions, and one of them is to use offshore gambling sites. People use VPNs and foreign credit systems to play and fund their accounts.
According to some local experts, the decision to ban online gambling could have a long-lasting effect on the country’s sports sector. Some of the big names in India, such as Dream11, no longer offer cash prizes. The company even had to quit its sponsorship deal with the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
The Thai Buddhist Council Confirmed the Ban on Monks Predicting Lottery Numbers
It is safe to say this is among the most interesting news stories of the week because it involves Buddhist monks in Thailand. According to the information, some of them tried to be “fortune tellers” and help people predict the lottery numbers. This activity became popular and the Buddhist Council in the country condemned it.
The original ban is from 70 years ago, but many monks continue to practice such activities. As a result, the country’s Sangha Supreme Council reminded everyone that if the monks keep doing this, they can face serious penalties.
Increasing the Gambling Tax in the Netherlands Could Drive Players to the Offshore Market
The Netherlands is among the countries in Europe discussing the possibilities of increasing the gambling tax. The latter started at 30.5% and was increased to 34.2% in 2025, but the new laws predict it to reach 37.8% in early 2026.
We will have to wait and see if this happens, but according to experts, it is too high. Some people in the country compare the situation to the UK, where the tax was 15% but is now 25%. According to them, an increase in the gambling tax could force players into the illegal Market because many will start using offshore operators.
The main concern is that a potential tax increase will mean that companies will try to pass it on to their customers. The latter won’t be happy that they have to pay more and will do everything possible to find an alternative.
Gamban is Available in Japan
Japan is one of the interesting countries that does not allow online gambling in any form. Despite that, locals seem to have access to many different offshore casinos around the world. That’s the reason why Gamban decided to expand its services in the country and will allow users to self-exclude themselves from these sites.
Gamban’s services had to be translated, which took some time, but they are finally ready. This comes at a time when the local police force will start targeting online casinos because they fall under the radar of the newly-added law related to gambling addiction measures.
The Gaming Revenue in Michigan Rose by 39.5% in August
Michigan is slowly becoming among the hottest state in the USA for online gambling. The most recent stats from the Michigan Gaming Control Board show that the sports betting revenue in the state is up by 39.5% and reached $312.5M in August 2025. Online gambling is the main contributor here with $247.2M, followed by sports betting with $34.2M.
All of these stats mean that the iGaming business is growing fast, and Michigan is not the only place that can feel it. It will be interesting to follow the situation in the USA because we expect to see even more records in the next couple of years.
Stake vs Stake in Australia
There is a very intriguing legal battle in Australia between Stake and Stake.com. It first started in 2023 and it seems like it is not going away anytime soon.
Stake is a large trading platform based in Sydney that has slowly become the largest in the country. Stake.com, on the other hand, is a popular iGaming operator available in many countries and also wants to enter Australia. According to Stake, if that happens, people will be confused and will assume that the two companies are somehow related.
Another accusation in the lawsuit is that Stake.com is actively trying to buy the Stake domain behind their back. The official hearing in this case will take place in November next year and if Stake wins, Stake.com will have to change its name if it wishes to step foot into the Australian Market.
EGBA Wants a European Safer Gambling Standard
The European Gaming and Betting Association wants to create a safer gambling standard that focuses on behavioural indicators that could suggest risky or problematic gambling. Once operators notice these patterns, they must use different responsible gambling options.
The current situation is random because some operators have their own definitions and player monitoring methods, whereas others have none. If there is a general standard that everyone has to follow, sites will be more accurate and effective.
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