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.
Thailand stands at a crucial crossroads as global experts and economists advocate for the legalization of casino resorts, suggesting that the kingdom could significantly enhance its tourism appeal and economic ...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has issued a fresh warning to the public concerning fraudulent activities allegedly involving Lucky 7 Bingo Corporation. Though the company holds a legit...
Nepal’s government has introduced a sweeping set of reforms through a proposed casino law that would alter how gaming establishments operate, fund, and partner with foreign entities in Nepal. These changes, emb...
Five English Premier League clubs are under scrutiny after the Gambling Commission issued formal warnings regarding their sponsorship ties to an unlicensed gambling operator. Bournemouth, Fulham, Newcastle Unit...
The Philippines' once-thriving slot machine market has suffered a significant blow in early 2025, largely due to the government’s crackdown on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), which officially ceas...
Missourians eager to place legal sports bets will have to wait until December 1, 2025, as the Missouri Gaming Commission (MGC) confirmed the state will not meet any earlier launch timeline. Initially hoped to k...
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has taken enforcement action against PointsBet Australia Pty Ltd, issuing a AU$500,800 fine and mandating significant reforms after the company violated ...
Japan is stepping up efforts to combat illegal online gambling as reports reveal millions of residents wager billions of yen on overseas sports betting sites and online casinos, activities currently prohibited ...
As New York City advances plans to open new casinos, New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a constitutional amendment (Bill SCR130) aimed at allowing casino gaming at two prominent racetracks within the state: t...
Gambling operator Spreadex Limited has been fined £2,022,000 following a Britain's Gambling Commission investigation that uncovered significant shortcomings in its anti-money laundering (AML) and social respons...
Brazil’s Ministry of Sports has entered into a formal Technical Cooperation Agreement (ACT) with Sportradar Group AG, a global leader in sports data and integrity services, to strengthen efforts against match-f...
The Dutch government has reportedly decided not to proceed with the privatization of the national lottery, Nederlandse Loterij. In a recent announcement to the House of Representatives, State Secretary for Taxa...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has stepped up its enforcement actions against illegal online gambling by issuing cease-and-desist letters to four offshore operators—You Wager, Bet Pop Casino, Wager 7,...
The Philippines’ Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) is ramping up its investigation into junket operators accused of facilitating the laundering of ransom money associated with the kidnapping of businessman A...
New Jersey lawmakers are advancing a bill that could significantly alter the way gambling advertisements are regulated in the state. The legislation seeks to prohibit gambling ads from being placed near schools...