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 significant legal development in Macau, the Court of Final Appeal has affirmed the sentencing for Levo Chan Weng Lin, the erstwhile head of the now-obsolete Macau casino junket operator, Tak Chun Group. Ch...
The UK government has revealed plans for significant changes to gambling regulations in an effort to combat gambling addiction. Among the most notable proposals is a new set of restrictions on online slot machi...
As the clock ticks down to the end of a three-year transitional grace period under Macau's new gaming law, satellite casinos in the region face an uncertain future. Despite the looming 2025 deadline, discussion...
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) reported a tough stance on gambling misconduct in its 2023–24 Annual Report, which was presented to the Parliament of Victoria. The year saw the regu...
The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) has unveiled its draft of the Model Internet Gaming Act, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework for iGaming regulation across the United Sta...
The United Arab Emirates has introduced its first-ever regulated national lottery, a significant development in the country's entertainment and gaming sector. Managed by The Game LLC, this initiative represents...
Although President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has issued a clear mandate to eliminate all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) activities, illegal operations continue to thrive. Many operators have a...
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has rejected a proposed bill that aimed to expedite the licensing process for three new downstate casinos. The legislation, sponsored by State Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. and Assem...
New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill aiming to address unclaimed funds in inactive online gambling accounts. The proposed legislation seeks to transfer unused account balances to the state’s u...
Genting Malaysia, through its US subsidiary Genting Americas Inc, is currently engaged in legal proceedings to dismiss a contentious lawsuit regarding its operation of Resorts World Bimini (RWB) in the Bahamas....
The Victorian government has introduced a legislative framework to roll out carded play on electronic gaming machines (EGMs) across the state, aiming to reduce gambling-related harm and enhance player protectio...
The UK government is poised to introduce a mandatory levy requiring gambling operators to contribute £100 million annually towards research, education, and treatment (RET) for gambling-related harm. The levy ai...
In a significant policy shift, French senators have approved substantial tax increases across various sectors, including gambling, as part of a broader effort to bolster the national social security budget. Thi...
In a marathon Vallejo City Council session that extended from Tuesday night well into early Wednesday morning (November 19th - November 20th), a series of resolutions were adopted, including a pivotal one conce...
Macau Legend Development Ltd, a prominent player in the global casino and hospitality sector, is gearing up to dispute the termination of its concession for a major casino resort project in Praia, announced by ...