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.

Star Entertainment Reports Massive Loss Amid Regulatory Changes

Australia's Star Entertainment Group has disclosed a significant statutory loss for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The reported loss amounts to AU$1.69 billion (US$1.16 billion). This substantial financi...

ASA Enforces Ban on Misleading Social Casino Ads Claiming Real-World Winnings on TikTok

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has recently taken action against several social casino ads on TikTok, suggesting that players could win real-world money or tangible prizes. ASA found these claims mis...

Accel Entertainment Acquires FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, Plans Casino by 2025

In a significant development for Illinois' horse racing and gaming industry, the Illinois Racing Board has approved Accel Entertainment's acquisition of FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing, formerly known as Fa...

North Carolina Nears Expansion of Betting Options with Pari-Mutuel and Esports

Bettors in North Carolina may soon find a wider variety of wagering options, thanks to recent developments in the state's regulatory landscape. On Wednesday, the North Carolina State Lottery Commission’s sports...

Study Exposes As Much As £4.3bn Staked Annually on UK’s Growing Black Market Gambling

A new study has revealed that up to £4.3 billion is being wagered annually by 1.5 million Brits on the UK’s growing black market for gambling. The research, conducted by Frontier Economics and commissioned by t...

U.S. Sanctions Cambodian Tycoon & Businesses for Human Rights Abuses Related to Forced Labor of Trafficked Workers in Online Scam Centers

The United States has taken significant action against Cambodian tycoon Ly Yong Phat (Ly). imposing sanctions for his involvement in serious human rights abuses linked to illegal online gambling operations. The...

Star Entertainment Given Two Weeks to Respond to Show Cause Notice Issued by NICC

The Star Entertainment Group has received a stern "show cause" notice from the New South Wales (NSW) Independent CasiSno Commission (NICC), compelling the casino operator to justify its fitness to maintain its ...