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.
MGM Resorts International has agreed to a substantial $45 million settlement following two significant data breaches that compromised the personal information of millions of its customers. These breaches, which...
In a significant move to combat gambling harm, the New South Wales (NSW) Government has announced plans to remove all gambling-related advertisements from public transport across the state. This ban, which will...
A proposed new casino in Cedar Rapids has sparked significant debate in the Iowa legislature, with a bill moving forward that would effectively prevent its development. The bill, which seeks to impose a five-ye...
The European Union (EU) is sometimes considered a “single state" regarding economic contributions from a global perspective. The member states have much in common, including their regulations. Nevertheless, the...
Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro State Lottery, also known as Loterj, is facing mounting legal challenges as it grapples with a Supreme Federal Court (STF) ruling that restricts its ability to operate beyond state borde...
North Dakota lawmakers have once again decided against legalizing online sports betting. In a vote held on Wednesday, the North Dakota House of Representatives overwhelmingly rejected a resolution that would ha...
A recent survey conducted by Thailand's National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) has revealed that a significant majority of Thai citizens are against the government's plans to introduce casino e...
In a concerted effort to curb illegal online gambling activities, the Cyber Crime Police Station in Ribandar, Goa, has blocked 61 gambling websites as part of an extensive crackdown. This action aligns with ong...
The path to completing the American Place Resort and Casino in Waukegan, Illinois, has been cleared following a major legal victory for Full House Resorts. The Illinois Supreme Court recently put an end to a pr...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a formal cease-and-desist letter to Duranbah Limited N.V., the operator of MyBookie.ag, a popular online gambling platform based in Curaçao. This site, which ...
As the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC) approaches its crucial February 6th meeting to decide whether to approve a gaming license for a proposed Cedar Rapids casino, the debate over the project has inte...
Vietnam's police have dismantled a massive international money laundering operation, arresting five individuals and seizing vast amounts of illicitly obtained funds. The operation, which ran from 2022 to 2024, ...
Hawaii has long been an outlier in the United States when it comes to gambling regulations, holding firm to its ban on all forms of betting. Despite repeated attempts in recent years to change this, lawmakers i...
Prediction market operator Kalshi is preparing to introduce event contracts tied to major American sports leagues, including the Super Bowl and the NFL's conference championships. The company recently submitted...
A proposed casino in Tysons, Virginia, is facing strong opposition from a coalition of former intelligence and defense officials, who argue that its proximity to key government agencies could pose significant n...