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 Australian government’s decision to delay plans for gambling advertisement reforms has ignited frustration in parliament and raised questions about the conflicting views among its ministers. The proposed me...
For nearly ten years, the Coquille Indian Tribe has pursued the establishment of a casino in Medford, Oregon, a plan that recently saw significant progress. The Department of the Interior has finalized an Envir...
In a significant crackdown on online gambling, Indonesia has ramped up its efforts to combat the pervasive issue across the nation. Juda Agung, Deputy Governor of Bank Indonesia, announced during a recent press...
November 21st, 2024, heralds a new chapter in Denmark's gaming industry as regulations allowing land-based bingo come into effect. The Danish Gambling Authority has announced the commencement of license applica...
Oregon’s longstanding “one-tribe, one-casino” policy, a distinctive framework for tribal gaming, is at the center of intensifying tensions. Two proposed off-reservation casinos—one in Salem and another in Medfo...
Real-money casinos have had a major rise in popularity in recent years. A mix of new technology and relaxed regulations has meant that many Connecticut residents are now experiencing the thrill of casinos. With...
In a decisive move to protect minors, the Finnish Police Board has imposed a stringent prohibition against Veikkaus Oy, the state-owned gambling monopoly, for its advertising practices deemed illegal under the ...
The genesis of Singapore's most significant money laundering investigation occurred following multiple raids on August 15, 2023, targeting individuals involved in scams and extensive online gambling operations....
In a move that has sent shockwaves through Tasmanian politics, the government has postponed the implementation of its pioneering cashless pokies card, citing the need to align with other states for a cohesive p...
In a significant regulatory update, Google has revised its "Gambling and other games" advertising policy in Germany. This amendment, orchestrated in collaboration with Germany’s Joint Gambling Authority (GGL), ...
In a landmark decision, Lithuania's parliament has passed stringent measures to regulate gambling advertising, aiming to significantly reduce problem gambling across the nation. Set to take full effect in July ...
The Thai government is pushing forward with plans to legalize casinos through an entertainment complex bill, with officials optimistic about its approval by mid-2025. Secretary-General Prommin Lertsuridej, cite...
The state of New Jersey, a pioneer in legalizing sports betting across the United States, is now exploring new measures to restrict certain types of wagers. A proposed bill in the state legislature aims to proh...
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has expressed his support for restricting certain types of sports betting in Brazil. During an interview with Rede TV, cited by SoloAzar, Lula endorsed Senator Jorge Kajuru’s...
A proposal to significantly increase the tax on online sports betting revenue in Louisiana has been deferred amid mounting opposition from the gaming industry. House Bill 22, introduced by Representative Roger ...