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.

Unusual Betting Activity Sparks Investigation Into Eastern Michigan Basketball Games

The integrity of college basketball betting is under scrutiny as several men's basketball games involving Eastern Michigan have been flagged for suspicious wagering activity. Most notably, a recent game between...

PAGCOR Cuts E-Games Fees to Strengthen Legal Market

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced a further reduction in Electronic Games (E-Games) fee rates, bringing them down from 35% to 30% effective January 1, 2025. This decision is...

Native Village of Eklutna Rushes Casino Project Amid Legal and Community Opposition

The Native Village of Eklutna is aggressively advancing the construction of its highly anticipated casino, even as legal challenges and public opposition grow. Situated about a mile west of the North Birchwood ...

Gulfstream Park’s Future Uncertain Amid Legislation to Decouple Racing and Casino Operations

Gulfstream Park, a prominent horse racing venue in Hallandale Beach, Florida, faces an uncertain future. The Stronach Group, which owns the facility, has warned that live thoroughbred racing at the track may en...

Former Bamban Mayor Alice Guo Charged with 62 Counts of Money Laundering Linked to POGO Scandal

Former Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo, alongside 31 co-defendants, now faces a total of 62 money laundering charges. The charges stem from their involvement in an illicit Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (PO...

China Strengthens Cooperation with ASEAN to Combat Online Gambling and Telecom Fraud

In a strategic effort to address growing regional security concerns, China has pledged to deepen cooperation with the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to combat the rise in on...

Sports Betting Demand Surge in American States Without Legal Online Options

As excitement builds around the NFL playoffs, fans in states where online sports betting remains illegal are increasingly looking for ways to place legal wagers. The demand for regulated sports betting in these...

Bally’s Requests Property Tax Discount for $1.7B Chicago Casino Project Amid Ongoing Struggles

Bally’s, a Rhode Island-based gambling company, is seeking a significant property tax break to support its $1.7 billion integrated casino and hotel project along the Chicago River, Illinois. The venue, planned ...

Federal Court Clears Path for Koi Nation’s Controversial Casino Project Near Windsor

The decision came after Graton Rancheria, which operates the Bay Area’s largest casino, filed for an injunction seeking to prevent the U.S. Department of the Interior from finalizing its approval process. The G...

Supreme Court of India Stays Tax Notices for Online Gaming Companies

The Supreme Court of India has temporarily halted ₹1.12 lakh crore in Goods and Services Tax (GST) show-cause notices issued to online gaming companies. This decision, delivered on January 10, 2025, suspends on...

Singapore Blocks Access to Polymarket Amid Rising Global Regulatory Scrutiny

Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction platform, has been officially banned in Singapore as the country enforces strict gambling laws. The ban, effective January 12, 2025, follows an increasing global push t...