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.

KSA Targets Illegal Gambling Ads in Dutch Magazines and Newspapers

The Dutch gambling regulator, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), has launched an investigation into the promotion of illegal gambling sites through magazines and online newspapers. This action follows reports of article...

Resorts World Las Vegas Settles for $10.5 Million Fine Over Illegal Gambling Activity

In a move that could shake up Nevada's gaming industry, Resorts World Las Vegas is set to pay a hefty $10.5 million fine to the state for allowing illegal bookmakers to gamble millions of dollars at the casino....

Dutch Lottery Takes Legal Action Against Lalabet for Unlicensed Gambling Activities

The Dutch Lottery, operator of well-known brands like Staatsloterij and TOTO, has filed a lawsuit against the Costa Rica-based gambling provider Lalabet, accusing it of illegal operations within the Netherlands...

TAB Offers $150 Million for Online Casino Licence Amid Regulatory Dispute

A brewing dispute is unfolding in New Zealand over the government’s decision to deny TAB New Zealand’s offer for an online casino license, potentially altering the landscape of online gambling. The TAB, a statu...

Maryland Intensifies Regulatory Actions Against VGW’s Unlicensed Sweepstakes Casinos

In a bold move to regulate online gaming, the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency has escalated its efforts against unregulated sweepstakes casinos. The state’s gaming watchdog has issued a stern warning...

Crackdown on High5Games for Illicit Operations in Connecticut

In a decisive action, the Department of Consumer Protection's (DCP) Gaming Division has indefinitely suspended the operational license of High5Games, a recognized online gaming service provider, for engaging in...

Thailand Reveals Four Entertainment Complex Sites in Major Tourism Expansion

In a bold move to reshape its tourism landscape, Thailand has identified Bangkok, Chon Buri, Chiang Mai, and Phuket as the inaugural sites for its ambitious entertainment complexes. Spearheaded by a special com...

Missouri Sets May Date for Sports Betting Licenses

As Missouri gears up to introduce sports betting, the state’s Gaming Commission is setting its sights on a pivotal May 15 deadline for accepting license applications. This move comes after a slight delay caused...