Weekly recap: Significant updates on gambling-related matters for the keyword period 26
In the bustling world of motor racing, Spanish rider Marc Márquez has once again proven his dominance, winning both the sprint and the grand prix on Ducati at the Brembo Grand Prix of Italy 2025, held at the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello on June 22, 2025.
Meanwhile, in the realm of gaming, a different kind of competition was unfolding. The European Dealer Championship 2025 was held at Casino Bregenz, with Mathew Taylor-Harrison from London’s The Hippodrome Casino emerging victorious. Christoph Boo of Swiss Casino Zürich took the second place, and Billy Clarke from Les Ambassadeurs, London claimed the third place. The participating countries included the United Kingdom and Switzerland, with a broader European casino representation typical but not fully listed.
In the world of poker, American poker pro Dylan Linde won $2,146,414 in the $50,000 High Roller Pot-Limit Omaha event, while Benny Glaser has won three bracelets at the WSOP 2025, bringing his total to eight. Adrián Mateos also added to his impressive collection, winning his fifth WSOP bracelet in the $3,200 online high roller event.
The gaming world also saw significant events elsewhere. Jesse Yaginuma won $1,255,180 in the $1,500 Millionaire Maker No-Limit Hold'em event, and a lottery player from the Neuss district won the LOTTO 6aus49 jackpot of 9,046,897 EUR on June 21.
On the regulatory front, New Zealand is planning to introduce a regulated online gambling market, with the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) set to issue up to 15 online casino licenses in 2026. Strict player protection requirements will be implemented for licensed operators in New Zealand. Identity verification, deposit limits, and tools for responsible gambling will be part of the player protection requirements.
In the entertainment industry, Netflix has renewed the live-action series "Bet" for a second season. The series centres around Yumeko, a mysterious transfer student and professional gambler, who uses her skills at the prestigious St. Dominic's School, where social status is everything.
[1] - Source: European Casino Association (ECA) [3] - Source: European Dealer Championship official website [5] - Source: TCSJOHNHUXLEY official website
- Online casinos in Germany, such as Casino Bregenz, hosted the European Dealer Championship 2025, attracting participants from various European countries.
- In the realm of online gaming, Adrián Mateos, from Spain, won his fifth WSOP bracelet in a high roller event, while Dylan Linde, from America, triumphed in a $50,000 High Roller Pot-Limit Omaha event.
- Regulations in the online gambling industry are changing, with New Zealand planning to introduce a regulated market in 2026, requiring stringent player protection measures from licensed operators.