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.
Thailand's government has taken a significant step towards legalizing gambling with the approval of a controversial bill that would permit casinos to operate within entertainment complexes. The proposal, which ...
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...
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...
The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians has reached a significant milestone in its effort to establish a $700 million casino resort in Vallejo, California, after the U.S. Department of the Interior approved the ...
After more than a decade of delays and controversy, the U.S. Department of the Interior has finally given the green light to the Coquille Indian Tribe's casino project in Medford, Oregon. On January 10, 2025, t...
Macau-based casino operator Melco Resorts & Entertainment has taken significant steps toward entering Thailand’s entertainment and gaming sector. The company has established a new office in Bangkok as it ex...
Delta Air Lines is making waves in the world of aviation and entertainment by unveiling a new collaboration with DraftKings at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. This partnership represents ...
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a summary suspension order against TwinSpires, the popular horse racing and casino platform, for continuing to engage in illegal advance deposit wagering (ADW...
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has imposed a £1 million fine on Greentube Alderney, which operates the Admiral Casino brand, after the company was found to have failed repeatedly in its obligations to adhere...
As Virginia lawmakers prepare for the 2025 legislative session, one key issue is making a comeback: the proposed construction of a casino in Fairfax County, specifically in the Tysons area. This idea has been b...
The French government is intensifying discussions about legalizing online casinos, a significant policy shift aimed at curbing the massive illegal market. France and Cyprus remain the only European Union member...
The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has issued a cease-and-desist order against Fontana Development Corporation (FDC) and Fontana Resort and Country Club Inc. (FRCCI), halting all operations of the Fontana ...
In a unanimous vote, Manhattan Community Board 4 (MCB4) rejected the zoning changes required for Related Companies and Wynn Resorts to move forward with their $12 billion Hudson Yards casino proposal. The decis...
The Thai government is moving forward with discussions on the legalization and regulation of online gambling, according to Deputy Prime Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong. This initiative is part of a broader st...
The Philippine government is ramping up its efforts to enforce a nationwide ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), focusing on the deportation of over 11,000 foreign nationals involved in these op...