Month: ខែមេសា 2026
Missouri Sports Betting Volume Drops 27% During February
(AsiaGameHub) – Sports betting activity in Missouri slowed significantly in February, as betting volume, revenue, and promotional expenditures all decreased compared to January. Despite this drop, the market still surpassed $1 billion in total wagers over its initial three months.
Good to Know
Missouri recorded a sports betting handle of $277 million in February, a 27.2% decrease from January.
Gross revenue declined to $31.3 million, marking a 42% drop month-over-month.
State tax revenue reached a new high of $1.2 million due to a reduction in promotional deductions.
February Pullback Impacts Handle, Revenue, and Promotions
Missouri bettors placed fewer wagers in February, and the decline was substantial. The Missouri Gaming Commission reported a combined retail and online handle of $277 million, down from January’s $380.4 million. Online platforms accounted for $273 million of that total.
Gross revenue for the eight mobile and eight retail operators stood at $31.3 million. This was the lowes…
Most Americans Believe Sports Prediction Markets Are Gambling
(AsiaGameHub) – A recent national survey indicates that prediction markets continue to face challenges with public trust, particularly when sports contracts begin to resemble traditional betting. The poll revealed widespread apprehension regarding consumer protection measures, age restrictions, and whether these platforms should be subject to the same regulations as established sportsbooks.
Key Findings
Over 80% of Americans believe that sports betting on prediction markets is indistinguishable from gambling.
More than 75% expressed concern that younger individuals could be exposed to gambling-related harm.
Approximately 81% of respondents stated that prediction market platforms should adhere to state gaming regulations.
Public Opinion Clearly Favors Gambling Classification
The survey, commissioned by Gambling is Not Investing and conducted by Morning Consult, surveyed over 15,000 U.S. adults. It revealed a decisive public stance on this category, with the majority of participants not accepting the…
Alberta Confirms July 13 Start Date for Legal Online Gambling
(AsiaGameHub) – Alberta has officially designated July 13 as the commencement date for its regulated online gambling sector, providing private casino and sportsbook firms with a definitive timeline to begin operations under the province’s new licensing structure. Dale Nally, the Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, communicated this date to stakeholders, formalizing expectations previously established by the regulator.
Key Takeaways
Alberta’s regulated iGaming market is scheduled to debut on July 13.
Prospective operators must finalize necessary agreements and satisfy compliance standards prior to the launch.
Approximately 70% of current online wagering in Alberta is estimated to occur via unregulated or grey market platforms.
Alberta Confirms July 13 Launch as Operators Finalize Preparations
Minister Nally informed stakeholders that several tasks remain before the market goes live, particularly regarding contractual obligations and operational readiness. According to his corresponde…
Louisiana Pushes Bill Tying Illegal Gambling to Racketeering
(AsiaGameHub) – Louisiana legislators are taking steps to provide prosecutors with more robust tools to pursue illegal gambling cases. A measure that cleared the House would add multiple gambling-related offenses to the state’s racketeering legislation, making it simpler to classify large-scale operations as organized criminal activity, rather than addressing each infraction individually.
Good to Know
Louisiana House legislators approved HB 53 with overwhelming backing before advancing it to the Senate.
The proposed legislation would incorporate multiple gambling-related offenses into the state’s racketeering statute.
Prosecutors would have greater flexibility to pursue illegal gambling operations as coordinated criminal enterprises.
House Bill 53, introduced by Representative Bryan Fontenot, cleared the Louisiana House on Monday with an 87-11 vote margin. The Senate subsequently held its first reading of the measure that same day, following an additional 86-11 vote, with a number of le…
VCREDIT Releases 2025 Full-Year Results
HONG KONG, Apr 1, 2026 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – March 31 2026, VCREDIT Holdings Limited (“VCREDIT” or the “Group”; Stock Code: 2003.HK), a leading technology-driven consumer financial service provider in China, today announced its audited consolidated results for the year ended December 31, 2025 (the “Year”).During the Year, as the external environment remained complex and challenging, the Group dynamically optimized its strategies and strengthened risk management to enhance operational efficiency. It also consolidated its business framework, committed to building a secure and compliant digital financial ecosystem. The Group adopted a prudent strategic approach, advancing steadily while dynamically assessing new market opportunities.During the Year, the Group’s loan origination volume in the Chinese mainland reached RMB58.45 billion. Cumulative registered users increased to 171 million, representing an increase of 8.2% from the end of 2024. The Group’s total income remained relatively stable …
Legend Holdings 2025 Annual Results: Both Revenue and Net Profit Rise
HONG KONG, Mar 31, 2026 – (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – March 31, 2026, Legend Holdings Corporation (“Legend Holdings” or the “Company”; Stock Code: 3396.HK) announced the audited annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025 (the “Reporting Period”). The Company recorded revenue of RMB605,945 million, representing an 18% year-on-year increase; the net profit was RMB9,799 million, representing a 28% year-on-year increase; the net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB1,061 million, representing a significant year-on-year increase. The profit growth was primarily attributable to the recovery of the capital market, which led to a year-on-year reduction in losses from the industrial incubations and investments segment. In addition, the Board has recommended a final cash dividend of RMB0.10 per ordinary share (before tax).In 2025, the Chinese economy continued to demonstrate strong resilience. As the conclusion year of the 14th Five-Year Pl…




