Gaming Law & Legislation

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.

Ontario Plans Overhaul of Niagara Casinos to Boost Tourism and Economic Growth

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has revealed that his government is renegotiating the existing casino deal in Niagara Falls, aiming to bring about a significant shift in the region's gaming industry. At the center of...

CyberHorizon Penalized £140,000 by Isle of Man Regulator for AML and CTF Breaches

The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has issued a £140,000 fine to CyberHorizon Limited following an investigation that uncovered multiple violations of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-...

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Signs Law Requiring Addiction Warnings On All Gambling Ads

New York Dem. Governor Kathy Hochul has officially signed a new bill aimed at addressing the addictive nature of gambling by requiring advertisements for gambling and sports betting to include clear warnings ab...

Michigan Gaming Control Board Targets Papaya Gaming in Crackdown on Illegal Gambling

In a significant move to uphold the integrity of its gaming laws, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has intensified its crackdown on illegal online gambling operations. The focus of their recent enforcem...

TexBet Fined $33,000 for Violating Self-Exclusion Request and Sending Ads

O'Shea Bookmaking Pty Ltd, operating under the brand TexBet, has faced legal repercussions, being fined $33,000 for violations related to its handling of a customer's request to cease gambling activities. The j...

California Tribes Gain Legal Leverage Over Card Rooms with New Legislation

Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted a significant piece of legislation that grants California's casino-owning tribes a potent new tool against their competitors in the gambling industry. According to ABC10, by si...

US Gaming Industry Boosts Responsible Gaming Investments to $471.8 Million

Recent findings from the American Gaming Association (AGA) reveal a substantial increase in investments toward responsible gaming initiatives across the US gaming industry. The total annual expenditure has surg...