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.
A majority of Thai citizens are voicing apprehension over the government’s proposal to establish entertainment complexes that would include casinos, according to a recent survey conducted by the National Instit...
Amid ongoing challenges with the state’s gaming compact, Niagara County's Republican legislators are actively campaigning to renew a crucial revenue-sharing agreement to support local institutions with casino-g...
Arkansas lawmakers have filed a bill to legalize online casino gaming in the state, aiming to curb the growing prevalence of unlicensed offshore gambling platforms. This initiative, which could significantly re...
The ambitious project proposed by Las Vegas Sands Corp. for a high-density development in Irving has taken a new direction after a significant change in plans. Originally envisioned as a “destination resort” fe...
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...
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....
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...
Austria's gaming industry faces potential upheaval as Casinos Austria braces for significant operational changes due to upcoming tax increases. Erwin van Lambaart, the General Director of Casinos Austria, expre...
A Texas woman who won an impressive $83.5 million from the February 2025 Lotto Texas drawing has yet to receive her prize, as state authorities pause the payout process amid an ongoing investigation into the ci...
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...
In a significant legislative session on March 17, the United Kingdom House of Lords overturned a proposed amendment aimed at banning gambling sponsorships within English football. The decision came during a spi...
In a significant legislative move, the New York Senate Racing, Gaming, and Wagering Committee has taken decisive action by advancing a bill aimed at banning online sweepstakes casinos. Chaired by Senator Joseph...
As Sydney's major casinos grapple with stringent regulations and looming financial troubles, a shadowy world of illegal casinos flourishes, offering gamblers an alternative as they escape the tightening grip of...
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...
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...