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.
Choosing an online casino can feel like a daunting task. There are thousands out there to choose from as well as a number of different aspects to consider, from game selection and quality to security measures t...
Stakelogic, known for its innovative casino content, has announced an exciting partnership with Fair Play Casino, a leading Dutch operator. This collaboration will see Stakelogic's diverse range of online slot ...
As gambling initiatives unfold across the U.S., the Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) closely scrutinizes developments, particularly in Illinois. Governor J.B. Pritzker's proposal to raise the tax on legal spo...
Atlantic City's casino sector faced a setback in the first quarter of 2024, with combined profits dropping by nearly 10%, according to public filings. Only two out of the nine casinos reported higher profits co...
Macau is known as a thriving gambling hub located along China’s Southern coast. The region is home to over 50 physical casinos, with 33 in Macau, 13 in Cotai, and another 5 in Taipa. The casinos in the area bri...
The Brazilian government has established a December 2024 deadline for gaming operators to secure licenses or face penalties starting January 1, 2025. This requirement is detailed in Normative Ordinance 827, pub...
CEO of Parx Casino, Eric Hausler recently testified before the House GOP policy committee, shedding light on the contentious issue of skill games in Pennsylvania. His presentation revealed compelling statistics...
Sen. Jude U. Hofschneider (R-Tinian) has introduced Senate Local Bill No. 23-05, marking a significant step towards enabling internet gaming licenses on Tinian, the island in the Northern Mariana Islands, for a...
With the endorsement of Senate President Dominick Ruggerio, a rapidly advancing bill proposes to double the gambling credit limit at Rhode Island’s two state-run casinos, operated by Bally's, to $100,000. This ...
In what has been dubbed the largest illegal lottery operation ever uncovered in New Zealand, a Christchurch man and his company find themselves at the center of a significant legal battle. The charges they face...
Entain, the British sports-betting and technology company, has successfully navigated compliance hurdles to obtain a full gaming license in Nevada.
Entain's compliance journey:
Previously operating under ...
A significant change in the gaming tax rate is set to take place in the Netherlands as outlined in the recently published coalition agreement between the PVV, VVD, NSC, and BBB factions. The budgetary annex, re...
The ongoing New South Wales inquiry into the operations and culture of The Star Entertainment Group has concluded that the company remains unsuitable to manage its Sydney casino independently. Counsel assisting...
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has reproached Festival Free Bets for an advertisement seen on X (formerly Twitter) on 12 March 2024, featuring Astrid Wett, who was 23 at the time, at Cheltenham racec...
Petersburg, Virginia officials have declined to release the winning proposal for the city's ambitious casino project, citing the cancellation of the competitive bidding process and the absence of an awarded con...