Look here to stay abreast of breaking industry news related to the actions of lawmakers who create and codify the rules and regulators who enforce them. The Gambling Commission in the UK features prominently in this section due to the age and maturity of the marketplace there, but you can stay up to date around the globe by bookmarking this section.
From homegrown initiatives at the ballot box in rural America, to the fate of th six concessionaires in Macau as their licenses are set to expire betwwen 2020 nad 2022, to Asian marketplaces like Japan and Vietnam that are set to change the world casino landscape, you'll find all the news that's fit print here. Complementary sections include the over arching Gaming Industry News section as well as Licenses, Taxation, and Online Gambling Regulation.
In a decisive move to address fiscal challenges, Nebraska could see an item on the November ballot to legalize online sports betting following Governor Jim Pillen's announcement. The governor highlighted the si...
The Philippine Bureau of Immigration (BI) has mandated a significant exodus for approximately 20,000 foreign workers linked to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) and Internet Gaming Licensees (IGLs). ...
The North Texas Commission (NTC) is forming a committee to study potential impacts of legalizing destination resorts and casino gambling in Texas. This initiative comes as the state moves closer to legalization...
In a determined effort to curb the growing menace of cross-border online gambling, the Supreme People's Court of China has issued a directive to courts across the nation, mandating the continuation of stringent...
In a landmark decision, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared an immediate ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) during his latest State of the Nation Address. This directive is p...
In a significant update from the horse racing world, Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) has officially rescinded the suspension of celebrated horse trainer Bob Baffert, ending his exclusion from CDI’s racetrack...
In the bustling region of Clark, a new development is on the horizon as Belle Corporation has officially expressed its intent to construct a casino, marking a potential expansion in their gaming portfolio. Whil...
After nearly four years embroiled in legal and bureaucratic complexities, the planned mini-casino at Centre County's Nittany Mall in Pennsylvania has finally received the green light for construction. This deve...
SkyCity Entertainment Group will temporarily close its Auckland casino for five days in 2024, marking a significant event in New Zealand's gambling sector. This decision comes after the company admitted to brea...
iGaming Ontario, unsurprisingly, welcomed the judgement.
Ontario's Supreme Court has ruled that iGaming Ontario operates in accordance with the Criminal Code. The regulatory body for the Canadian province o...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a stern rebuttal to claims challenging the legitimacy of its efforts to combat illegal gambling activities in Michigan. This response comes amidst growing con...
Online gambling has experienced a surge in popularity across Canada in recent years. With the convenience of playing from home and the excitement of real money wins, more and more Canadians are turning to onlin...
The United Kingdom has long been one of the world’s premier online gambling markets. Stewarded by the Gambling Commission, the industry has been able to thrive thanks to the strict rules put in place and the ba...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has made significant strides in its ongoing campaign against illegal online gaming, successfully blocking 5,793 of the 7,747 sites detected, which accoun...
In a recent proposal, some Republican state lawmakers in Ohio are advocating for the introduction of mobile lottery sales and casino games, including blackjack and poker, on smartphones. This move aims to moder...