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In the ever-evolving landscape of the online gambling industry, Entain, a prominent FTSE 100 group, is reportedly considering a strategic overhaul that could see the sale of several of its brands, including the notable PartyPoker platform. Recent insights from sources close to the Financial Times reveal a deeper analysis into Entain's past business decisions, acquisitions, and the potential pivot towards a more streamlined portfolio.

Today, gamers don’t need to go to a land-based venue to play their favorite casino games and place bets. That’s because online casinos allow you to do that virtually anywhere. But like land-based casinos, gambling apps reserve the right to kick you out if you break the rules. So, what are some of these behaviors that can get your account suspended?

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The German Games Industry Association (game) has announced that Stefan Heikhaus will serve as gamescom’s next director. He will be responsible for the development of gamescom and its satellite and content formats. gamescom is the world's largest event for games, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors to Cologne and millions more online. Stefan Heikhaus has a long career as a marketing specialist in the games industry and technology companies. He succeeds Christian Baur, who left game in October. gamescom is crucial for the games industry and has played a significant role in the policy sphere, including the introduction of federal games funding. Stefan Heikhaus is excited about the opportunity to shape the ongoing development of gamescom and highlights the importance of events like gamescom for the digital media industry.

Veikkaus, the Finnish gambling company, is getting ready for the upcoming change in the country's gambling system. As of 1 January 2026, Finland will adopt a partial multi-license system, as stated in the Government Programme.

Play'n GO, the world's leading casino entertainment provider, has been recognized for its excellence in the gaming industry. The company recently won three prestigious awards at 5Star Media's Starlet Awards: Mobile Supplier of the Year, Slot Provider of the Year, and Game of the Year for Rise of Olympus 100.

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Tencent Music Entertainment (TME), China's largest operator of streaming music services, has reported another record-breaking quarter for its online music division. The company is on track to generate over $1.5 billion in music subscription revenues this year.

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Do you want to play some poker but don't feel like going to the casino? Well, you should give online poker a try. Maybe it's the other way around, and you want a more exciting experience than online poker. You can always go to an actual casino and experience an exciting game of poker.

Are you an avid sports bettor or online casino player seeking to expand your knowledge of gambling? You must have read one or two gambling books. For those who haven’t, these books can boost your wit and decision-making skills to survive in the harsh gambling environment. From Bringing Down the House by Ben Mezrich to Mastering Poker Math by Chuck Clayton, there’s no shortage of betting books to read. Below are some carefully selected samples to purchase:

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The Madras High Court has upheld the validity of a Tamil Nadu act that bans online games, with the exception of rummy and poker, which are considered games of skill. The ban, enforced by the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Act, 2022, specifically targets games of chance. This means that activities that rely solely on luck or chance will be prohibited under the act. However, games like rummy and poker, which involve skill-based elements, are exempt from the ban. The court clarified that the act only applies to games of chance and not to games of skill.

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