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 the midst of internal discussions within the Labor caucus, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has cautioned that any missteps in implementing gambling advertisement restrictions could lead to "uninte...
Ontario's government, led by Premier Doug Ford, is seeking a pivotal court decision that could reshape its online gaming landscape by permitting Ontarians to legally participate in games with international play...
Over a year after a legislative setback, Las Vegas Sands, a leading global casino operator, is preparing for another legislative push to legalize casino gambling in Texas. The company is actively engaging with ...
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communications and Informatics, under the stewardship of Minister Budi Arie Setiadi, has launched a robust initiative targeting 21 payment service providers. This action comes as part of...
In a significant move to combat gambling crimes, the Macau government is set to criminalize unlicensed money exchange activities within casino premises, escalating the crackdown on informal financial practices ...
Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel in Islandia, New York, is currently grappling with several state violations for allegedly employing numerous staff members who lacked proper gaming licenses. This situation marks a signif...
A group of Democratic lawmakers is advocating for a ban on betting in relation to the 2024 Presidential election, emphasizing the potential for such activities to undermine the democratic process. This concern ...
Thailand is making significant strides toward legalizing casinos, a move aimed at enhancing the nation's appeal as a tourism hub and stimulating economic growth through increased foreign investment and tax reve...
Recent data underscores a pivotal shift in gambling trends within Australia, with online gambling showing a marked increase. Studies conducted by The Australian National University (ANU) illuminate this evoluti...
Star Sydney's ongoing regulatory challenges have taken a new turn, with the New South Wales Independent Casino Commission (NICC) deciding to extend the tenure of the casino's special manager. This decision come...
In a significant legal move, Cherokee Nation Entertainment, together with a newly formed affiliate, has petitioned the Arkansas Supreme Court to dismiss a ballot measure that could obstruct their planned casino...
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has recently heralded the introduction of new Codes of Conduct for Gambling Related Agreements across prominent sports organizations, marking a significant advancement in th...
U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) have recently introduced the Withdrawing Arduous Gaming Excise Rates (WAGER) Act, a pivotal piece of bipartisan legislation designed ...
Following prolonged discussions and minimal progress, the Massachusetts Lottery is set to embrace the digital era. Governor Maura Healey's recent approval of the nearly $58 billion state budget includes provisi...
In Pennsylvania, a significant legal challenge is emerging as twelve casino owners unite in a lawsuit to contest the state's tax regime on slot machine revenue. Filed on Monday, this action could potentially di...