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 Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has initiated legal proceedings against Andrew Lo, the Chairman and controlling shareholder of both LET Group Holdings and Summit Ascent Holdings. This l...
O'Shea Bookmaking Pty Ltd, operating under the brand TexBet, has faced legal repercussions, being fined $33,000 for violations related to its handling of a customer's request to cease gambling activities. The j...
Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted a significant piece of legislation that grants California's casino-owning tribes a potent new tool against their competitors in the gambling industry. According to ABC10, by si...
Approximately 3,000 foreign employees working for the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) have left the Philippines following the downgrading of their visas, according to a report from the Bureau of Im...
Recent findings from the American Gaming Association (AGA) reveal a substantial increase in investments toward responsible gaming initiatives across the US gaming industry. The total annual expenditure has surg...
Liquor & Gaming NSW has initiated a significant compliance blitz targeting new gaming harm minimization measures, reinforcing the state's dedication to responsible gaming practices. In recent months, inspec...
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...
The debate over gambling advertisements and their potential impact on minors has intensified in Australia, as the federal government faces mounting pressure to make a decision on proposed reforms. Opponents of ...
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...
West Texas A&M University has taken a firm stand against online gambling by prohibiting access to such sites through any university resources. WT President Walter V. Wendler announced the enforcement of thi...
In a notable legal victory, Aristocrat Technologies, a prominent global provider of gaming solutions, has secured a preliminary injunction against Light & Wonder. The injunction pertains to a dispute over t...
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...
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...
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...
The Thai government’s initiative to develop integrated entertainment complexes, including casinos, has generated a mix of enthusiasm and skepticism within the tourism sector. Stakeholders express hope that such...