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.
In a pivotal move, Illinois legislators are advancing a bill (SB118) that seeks to categorize compulsive gambling as a substance abuse disorder, potentially transforming the support system available for individ...
The Netherlands Gambling Authority (KSA) has escalated its measures against illegal gambling applications, achieving significant milestones in its regulatory efforts. As of early 2025, the KSA has successfully ...
A sweeping effort to legalize gambling and establish a state lottery in Alabama was abruptly shelved in the state legislature, with its primary sponsor now declaring the issue effectively buried for the foresee...
The City of Baltimore has initiated a groundbreaking lawsuit against the sports betting giants DraftKings and FanDuel. Filed in the Baltimore City Circuit Court on Thursday, April 3, 2025, the legal action accu...
Hawaii is on the verge of a significant shift in its long-standing stance against gambling, as a bill to legalize online sports betting moves closer to approval. While it won’t take effect in time for this year...
The Grand National is expected to witness an alarming rise in illegal betting, with industry analysts projecting that nearly £10 million will be wagered through unregulated channels. This surge in illicit gambl...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ramped up its efforts to protect state residents from illegal gambling, issuing cease-and-desist orders to 11 offshore casinos operating without the necessary state ...
A contentious proposal to decouple Thoroughbred racing from gaming licenses in Florida has taken a step forward, despite overwhelming opposition from the state’s horse racing community. On April 1, the Florida ...
The regulatory storm surrounding prediction market operator Kalshi continues to intensify, with a growing number of states scrutinizing its operations. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) ha...
During a pivotal session at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention in San Diego, California tribal leaders, including James Siva, Chairman of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA), and ...
Michigan has recently escalated its efforts to regulate and control its gambling environment by targeting two offshore online casinos accused of operating without proper licenses. The Michigan Gaming Control Bo...
In an effort to bolster protections for individuals struggling with gambling addiction, Bulgaria’s National Revenue Agency (NRA) has introduced a key update to the country's self-exclusion program. As of March ...
Italy’s legal battle over the 2018 Dignity Decree, which prohibits all gambling-related advertising, is set to reach a new milestone as the country’s highest administrative court, the Council of State, has deci...
In recent developments that highlight the intricate dynamics of the gaming industry in Chicago, Bally’s Corporation is encountering significant financial hurdles as it progresses with its ambitious $1.7 billion...
In a significant stride towards developing its entertainment and sports infrastructure, the Hawaii State Senate subcommittee has advanced two pivotal resolutions concerning the future of the new Aloha Stadium E...