Helmi Ikonen 
An Iowa man, Nicholas Bavas, has filed a lawsuit against DraftKings and its subsidiary Crown IA Gaming, seeking $14.2 million in damages. Bavas alleges that DraftKings wrongfully voided his winning bets placed on the weather-affected 2024 Pebble Beach Pro-Am PGA Tour event. The Bets and the Weather Impact During the 2024 Pebble Beach Pro-Am, severe … Read more
A Finnish woman from Satakunta has struck gold, winning a staggering €2.9 million on the online gaming platform Paf. This life-changing jackpot was secured with a mere €0.40 bet on the popular slot game, Gears of Eternia Dream Drop Megaways, on the evening of August 22, 2024. A Night to Remember The winner, who has … Read more
The NEXT Summit Valletta 2025, held on May 7–8 at the Mediterranean Conference Center in Malta, brought together over 6,000 delegates from the global iGaming industry. A significant highlight was the Finnish iGaming Panel, which provided in-depth insights into Finland’s forthcoming transition from a gambling monopoly to a regulated licensing system. This shift, set to … Read more
Relax Gaming, a leading iGaming aggregator and content supplier, has officially launched its new office in Belgrade, Serbia, marking a significant milestone in its European expansion strategy. This move underscores the company’s commitment to fostering innovation and tapping into the rich talent pool of the Balkan region. A Strategic Expansion into Serbia Since its inception … Read more
Three newly minted millionaires are celebrating in Finland after splitting the country’s largest Lotto jackpot of the year, an eye-watering €11.5 million. The life-changing sum was hit during draw 20/2025 on Saturday, May 17, and is now being shared between three separate entries. According to Veikkaus, Finland’s national lottery operator, each lucky ticket holder walks … Read more
As Finland prepares to liberalise its gambling market by 2027, the responsible gaming measures implemented by Åland-based operator Paf have become a focal point in the national policy debate. Paf’s mandatory annual loss limits, introduced in 2018 and progressively tightened since, are being scrutinised for their potential as a model for broader regulation. Paf’s Progressive … Read more
Finland is on the verge of a landmark shift in its gambling landscape, as Parliament prepares to vote on a comprehensive new gambling law this summer. Long dominated by the state-owned monopoly Veikkaus, the Finnish market stands poised to transition toward a licensed model open to private operators, bringing it in line with neighbouring Sweden … Read more
While most players expect to lose money while they’re gambling, they often also know that there is a fair chance of winning their money back. However, more and more cases of counterfeit slots are being published online on big gambling platforms. These games often look identical to the real titles and are able to fool … Read more
Netflix has never shied away from bold adaptations, but its latest series BET might be one of its most daring yet. Loosely based on the cult Japanese manga Kakegurui – Compulsive Gambler, this new show turns the high-stakes world of gambling into a stylized, Western teen high school drama. A Boarding School Where Risk Rules Set in the … Read more
Ready to spice up your Thursday night? Whether you’re chasing wins or just love the thrill of the game, today’s lineup has something for every kind of bettor. From buzzer-beaters to slapshots and curveballs, here’s our suggestion of betting gold across the NBA, NHL, and MLB for today! Keep on reading and discover what to … Read more