Day: ខែ​មេសា 21, 2026

(AsiaGameHub) –   Evoke has verified discussions about a potential takeover by Bally’s Intralot, which is considering an offer of 50 pence per share. These talks are taking place as the company that owns William Hill and 888 evaluates its strategic choices, grapples with significant debt, and faces new tax-related pressures in the UK.

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Under takeover regulations, Bally’s Intralot must either confirm a solid offer or withdraw by May 18, 2026.
Evoke’s debt stands at approximately £1.8 billion, and the company has also announced plans to close roughly 200 William Hill stores.
The Remote Gaming Duty increased to 40% starting April 1, 2026, while a 25% remote betting rate will take effect from April 1, 2027—with remote bets on UK horseracing being exempt.

Evoke Considers Bally’s Intralot Offer Amid Mounting Debt And Tax Strains
Based on the terms being discussed, a takeover price of 50 pence per share would value Evoke at around £225 million, or roughl…

(AsiaGameHub) –   The 2026 Maryland legislative session concluded without enacting a prohibition on sweepstakes casinos. Although the House of Delegates supported two pieces of legislation aimed at dual-currency casino-style games, the Senate did not act on them. Consequently, these proposals expired when the session adjourned.

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Two bills opposing sweepstakes were passed by Maryland House legislators
Both measures failed because the Senate did not hold a vote
Legislation for real-money online casinos also stalled

Sweepstakes operators received a reprieve in Maryland, though the conflict over their operations has not subsided.
Time simply ran out for lawmakers. While two bills targeting online dual-currency casino games passed the House with significant bipartisan backing, neither was brought to a vote in the Senate before the April adjournment. As a result, despite having clear support in one chamber, no prohibition was enacted into law.
Regulators were eager to see those bills passed. St…