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.

Feds Push for Reduced Sentence for Bookie Who Aided Ohtani Case

Federal prosecutors are urging a California judge to impose a prison sentence far below federal guidelines for bookmaker Mathew Bowyer, whose gambling operation reached high-profile clients and drew scrutiny to...

Singapore Basketball League Shaken by Alleged Match-Fixing Scandal

Singapore’s basketball community has been jolted by allegations of match-fixing that have led to nine arrests, raising concerns about the integrity of the country’s top domestic competition. The Corrupt Practic...

Charity CNE Casino Challenges $199K Anti‑Money Laundering Fines

A charitable gaming operation held at Toronto’s Canadian National Exhibition (CNE)—known as the CNE Casino—has initiated an appeal in Federal Court after being penalized nearly $200,000 by the federal anti‑mone...

Robinhood Files Lawsuits Against Nevada and New Jersey Over Sports Event Contracts

Robinhood Derivatives, the derivatives arm of trading platform Robinhood, has launched legal action against gaming regulators in Nevada and New Jersey. The company is asking the courts to block both states from...

NBA and Players Union Push for Prop Betting Restrictions After Gambling Scandals

The NBA and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) are uniting in support of stricter limitations on proposition betting, a move driven by mounting concerns over game integrity and harassment of ath...

The Casino MK Set to Reopen Under Merkur Casino UK

The Casino MK in Milton Keynes, which shut its doors earlier this year, is preparing for a relaunch after being acquired by Merkur Casino UK. The company confirmed that the popular venue, located at the Xscape ...

Kalshi Expands Football Betting With Spreads, Totals, and Touchdown Props

Kalshi, the federally regulated prediction market exchange, is significantly expanding its football offerings. The platform, which has so far focused mainly on moneyline-style wagers, is introducing new betting...

DraftKings and Circa Secure Missouri’s First Untethered Sports Betting Licenses

The Missouri Gaming Commission has officially awarded the state’s first two untethered mobile sports betting licenses to DraftKings and Circa Sports, marking a major development as the Show-Me State moves towar...

Philippine Senators Urge Tighter Controls on Online Gambling Platforms

Philippine lawmakers are intensifying calls for stronger action against online gambling, warning that operators continue to find new ways to reach Filipino users despite recent regulatory crackdowns. Several se...