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.

Ambitious $1 Billion Casino Resort Proposed for Santee, South Carolina

In a bold move that could significantly transform the economic landscape of Santee, South Carolina, Greenville businessman and casino developer Wallace Cheves has unveiled plans for a massive $1 billion casino ...

Michigan Cracks Down on Offshore Online Casinos

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has intensified its efforts against unregulated online gambling by issuing cease-and-desist letters to five offshore online casinos. These platforms, which include BetWh...

Nevada Takes Legal Action Against Kalshi Over Sports and Election Contracts

In a groundbreaking move, Nevada has become the first state to legally challenge the operations of Kalshi, a fintech company offering futures contracts on sports and election outcomes. The Nevada Gaming Control...

Resolution in Sight for MGM and FTC Over Cyberattack Investigation

MGM Resorts International and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a settlement of a contentious legal dispute triggered by a severe cyberattack on MGM in September 2023, which resulted in considerable op...

Aspire Global Sanctioned Heavily for Compliance Violations

Aspire Global, operating under AG Communications Limited, is confronting severe regulatory repercussions as they have been fined £1,407,834 after an investigation by the UK Gambling Commission uncovered profoun...