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Kathy Hochul Vetoes Casino Licensing Bill Amid Process Controversy

November 27, 2024

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has rejected a proposed bill that aimed to expedite the licensing process for three new downstate casinos. The legislation, sponsored by State Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. and Assem...

New Jersey Proposes Seizing Funds from Dormant Online Gambling Accounts

Johnny K.

November 27, 2024

Gaming Law & Legislation, U.S.A., Latest Casino and Gambling News, Casino News, World Casino News, North America Casino News, Online gambling regulation, Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Financial Press Releases, New Jersey

New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill aiming to address unclaimed funds in inactive online gambling accounts. The proposed legislation seeks to transfer unused account balances to the state’s u...

Victoria Moves Forward with Carded Play and Stricter Gambling Reforms

Johnny K.

November 26, 2024

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The Victorian government has introduced a legislative framework to roll out carded play on electronic gaming machines (EGMs) across the state, aiming to reduce gambling-related harm and enhance player protectio...

Labour Set to Announce Mandatory Gambling Levy to Fund Harm Reduction

Johnny K.

November 26, 2024

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The UK government is poised to introduce a mandatory levy requiring gambling operators to contribute £100 million annually towards research, education, and treatment (RET) for gambling-related harm. The levy ai...

Northern Ireland Lawmakers Call for Gambling Ad Restrictions

Johnny K.

November 25, 2024

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Lawmakers in Northern Ireland have urged the UK Government to take decisive steps to limit gambling advertising across the region. Members of the Stormont Assembly’s All-Party Group on Reducing Harm Relating to...

Australia: Gambling Ad Ban Delays Spark Parliamentary Outrage and Mixed Ministerial Responses

Johnny K.

November 25, 2024

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The Australian government’s decision to delay plans for gambling advertisement reforms has ignited frustration in parliament and raised questions about the conflicting views among its ministers. The proposed me...

Pragmatic Play Unveils Might of Freya Megaways Online Slot Adventure

Johnny K.

November 23, 2024

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Pragmatic Play has expanded its mythology-inspired online slot collection with the release of Might of Freya Megaways, a Norse-themed game offering players maximum potential payouts reaching 8,000x their stake....

ClubWPT Gold Elevates Stakes with $750,000 in Prizes at WPT World Championship

Johnny K.

November 23, 2024

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The WPT World Championship, set to take place this December at Wynn Las Vegas, promises to be a landmark event for poker enthusiasts, thanks to the ClubWPT Gold platform. With over $750,000 in cash and prizes, ...

Tribal Casino Applications Spur Tensions in Oregon Gaming Landscape

Johnny K.

November 22, 2024

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Oregon’s longstanding “one-tribe, one-casino” policy, a distinctive framework for tribal gaming, is at the center of intensifying tensions. Two proposed off-reservation casinos—one in Salem and another in Medfo...

eCOGRA Expands into Arizona, Indiana, and Panama with New Regulatory Approvals

Johnny K.

November 22, 2024

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eCOGRA, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services for the online gambling sector, has achieved significant milestones with regulatory approvals in Arizona, Indiana, and Panama. These ex...

DigiPlus Prepares for Brazil iGaming Launch in 2025

Johnny K.

November 21, 2024

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DigiPlus Interactive Corporation, a leader in gaming innovation from the Philippines, is set to expand its footprint to Brazil, one of Latin America’s most promising iGaming markets. Through its subsidiary, Dig...

Playtika Completes Strategic Acquisition of SuperPlay

Johnny K.

November 21, 2024

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Playtika Holding Corp., a leader in mobile gaming and interactive entertainment, has finalized its acquisition of Tel Aviv-based gaming company SuperPlay. Known for popular titles like Dice Dreams and Domino Dr...

Marina Bay Sands Pursues $9 Billion Loan for Resort Expansion

Johnny K.

November 20, 2024

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Marina Bay Sands, the iconic integrated resort in Singapore, is planning to secure a $9 billion loan to finance its ambitious expansion project. If successful, this will be the largest syndicated loan ever reco...

Michigan Online Casinos Set $220.7M Revenue Record in October

Johnny K.

November 20, 2024

Tribal Gaming, Latest Casino and Gambling News, U.S.A., Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Licensed online casinos in USA, Sports betting, Online Gambling News, Financial Press Releases, Michigan

Michigan’s online casino and sports betting market reached new heights in October 2024, setting a record with $220.7 million in gross receipts. This marks the state’s highest-ever monthly total for iGaming, sur...

Wind Creek Hospitality Acquires Birmingham Racecourse and Casino

Johnny K.

November 19, 2024

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Wind Creek Hospitality, the gaming and hospitality arm of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has announced its acquisition of the Birmingham Racecourse and Casino. The deal, expected to close by early 2025, posi...

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Kathy Hochul Vetoes Casino Licensing Bill Amid Process Controversy

New Jersey Proposes Seizing Funds from Dormant Online Gambling Accounts

Victoria Moves Forward with Carded Play and Stricter Gambling Reforms

Labour Set to Announce Mandatory Gambling Levy to Fund Harm Reduction

Northern Ireland Lawmakers Call for Gambling Ad Restrictions

Australia: Gambling Ad Ban Delays Spark Parliamentary Outrage and Mixed Ministerial Responses

Pragmatic Play Unveils Might of Freya Megaways Online Slot Adventure

ClubWPT Gold Elevates Stakes with $750,000 in Prizes at WPT World Championship

Tribal Casino Applications Spur Tensions in Oregon Gaming Landscape

eCOGRA Expands into Arizona, Indiana, and Panama with New Regulatory Approvals

DigiPlus Prepares for Brazil iGaming Launch in 2025

Marina Bay Sands Pursues $9 Billion Loan for Resort Expansion

Michigan Online Casinos Set $220.7M Revenue Record in October

Wind Creek Hospitality Acquires Birmingham Racecourse and Casino

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