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 Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has marked its fifth anniversary with the launch of an extensive Code Handbook, consolidating over 100 measures under 20 codes that its members are obliged to follow. This r...
Arkansas voters recently enacted a constitutional amendment to ensure that the future of casino development in the state will rest in the hands of local electorates. This measure, known as Issue 2, garnered sig...
In a closely watched decision, Missouri voters approved Amendment 2, which legalizes sports betting within the state, marking a significant shift in the state's gaming landscape. Meanwhile, Amendment 5, which s...
The UK gambling industry recently navigated potential financial upheaval with the announcement that the autumn budget would not implement the anticipated increases in gambling duties. This decision is welcomed ...
The Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) recently filed a lawsuit against the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, claiming it has failed to meet its legal obligation to collect and share casino data with resear...
In response to a recent United Nations report, Mark Rutherford, acting chief officer of the Isle of Man’s Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC), addressed claims that the island’s regulatory approach is too len...
Illinois has taken decisive action to uphold the integrity of professional football by imposing restrictions on specific types of NFL game bets. This measure comes directly in response to concerns expressed by ...
In a decisive move to combat illicit gambling activities, Macau's government has enforced a robust new legislation known as the Illegal Gaming Law, which became effective immediately following its publication. ...
The Philippines is on the verge of a significant regulatory milestone as it nears its removal from the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) grey list. This progress stems from a series of strategic reforms impl...
Plans to legalize casino entertainment complexes in Thailand have been delayed, with the government opting to hold further discussions with coalition partners and stakeholders before moving forward. The propose...
France’s plan to legalize online casinos has been put on hold following significant opposition from industry stakeholders and regional authorities. The government, under Prime Minister Michel Barnier, initially...
In Rockford, Illinois, a significant push by a coalition of labor unions at Hard Rock Casino Rockford has called for the management to acknowledge and negotiate with unionized employees rather than spend resour...
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) have taken their long-standing collaboration to the next level by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formalizing their joint effo...
In a noteworthy legal development, the U.S. District Court in Nevada has decisively dismissed a comprehensive lawsuit filed against the Las Vegas Strip casino, Resorts World Las Vegas, and its former top execut...
Thailand is on the brink of a significant transformation in its entertainment and tourism sector with the upcoming submission of the draft law on entertainment complexes, now being termed the Integrated Resort ...