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.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld the dismissal of Maverick Gaming LLC’s lawsuit challenging Washington State’s sports betting laws. Maverick, which operates cardrooms in the state, had argued that ...
The United States Senate Judiciary Committee recently convened to assess the need for federal oversight in the rapidly expanding sports betting industry. More than six years after the U.S. Supreme Court legaliz...
The Philippine government has officially shut down the largest Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) facility in Kawit, Cavite. This move is part of the administration's sweeping effort to end all offshore...
The Indonesian Foreign Affairs Ministry has reported a dramatic increase in the number of Indonesians moving to Cambodia, with many lured by the lucrative but illicit online gambling industry. The trend has rai...
South Carolina legislators have taken another step toward legalizing sports betting with the pre-filing of Bill 3625, the South Carolina Sports Wagering Act. This effort comes after previous failed attempts to ...
Lawmakers in New Jersey are considering a significant change to the state’s approach to underage gambling. A proposed bill aims to shift penalties for those under 21 who gamble illegally from criminal charges t...
Australian authorities have initiated legal proceedings against Entain, the global gambling operator behind brands like Ladbrokes and Coral, over alleged non-compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and coun...
The future of Paris’s gaming clubs is hanging in the balance as political upheaval in France threatens to shutter all seven establishments by January 1, 2025. These clubs, which include the Barrière Club, Paris...
Liquor & Gaming New South Wales (L&GNSW) has launched a dedicated compliance initiative to prevent minors from accessing casinos, gambling, or consuming alcohol in the Australian state during the busy h...
Mainland China and Macau have joined forces to crack down on illegal foreign exchange operations and related crimes, dismantling 263 syndicates and identifying illicit funds exceeding RMB800 billion (approximat...
The Brazilian government has taken a decisive step in regulating its betting industry, approving 71 federal licenses for online operators as the country moves toward launching its regulated market on January 1,...
The Nevada Gaming Control Board is evaluating updates to regulations governing private gaming salons, marking the first potential overhaul in over two decades. During a recent workshop, industry representatives...
The Philippines is on track to eliminate Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) by 2025, following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive for a total ban. As the December 31 deadline for licensed ...
The Peoria City Council has officially taken steps to pursue the relocation of the Par-A-Dice Casino from East Peoria to its side of the Illinois River. On Tuesday night, the council unanimously approved hiring...
Michigan lawmakers have introduced two new bills aimed at increasing taxes on online sports betting and casino operators. The proposals, Senate Bills 1193 and 1194, were brought forward on December 5 by Senator...