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.
Wynn Las Vegas, a prominent Las Vegas casino and a subsidiary of Wynn Resorts Limited, has agreed to forfeit $130,131,645 to settle criminal allegations related to its financial operations. This settlement, ann...
A groundbreaking legislative proposal at the Ohio Statehouse sets the stage for legalizing internet casino gaming at a suggested tax rate of 15%. This initiative, comprising Senate Bill 312, aims to transform ...
In a notable shift towards transparency and regulatory engagement, ten leading sweepstakes operators have come together to establish the Social and Promotional Gaming Association (SPGA). Announced last Thursday...
Atlantic City’s premier casino, the Borgata, has recently made headlines for underpaying its internet gambling taxes twice, according to a recent Associated Press (AP) report. New Jersey regulators identified t...
Amid ongoing debates and shifting perspectives on gambling, Thailand’s newly formed government is making significant strides toward legalizing casino operations within a proposed mega entertainment complex. Thi...
Kentucky's Attorney General, Russell Coleman, has issued a stern warning to local prosecutors regarding the legality of new gambling devices that have emerged across the state, described as 'risk-free' games re...
Kangwon Land, South Korea’s only casino that permits locals to gamble, has received approval from the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism for a significant expansion of its gaming facilities. The announcem...
The Australian government is poised to implement significant reforms targeting gambling advertisements, which will impact both television and online platforms. According to Sky News, these measures, which are s...
In a significant regulatory action, the state of Connecticut has fined DraftKings and another gambling company, White Hat Gaming, a total of $22,500. The fines were imposed due to operational issues with an onl...
The Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), a leading defense and security think tank, has issued a pressing call for governments and regulators worldwide to forge stronger ties with cryptocurrency exchanges an...
The 2024 NFL season is set to make history with an unprecedented level of legal sports betting. According to the American Gaming Association (AGA), around $35 billion is expected to be wagered legally by Americ...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) in Central Visayas has escalated its monitoring and enforcement actions against Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), spurred by a major operation last Saturday at a...
In an effort to streamline operations and improve administrative efficiency, Macau's financial regulator has introduced a series of updates to the authorization process for foreign exchange (FX) services within...
In a significant legislative move on Saturday, 31 August, the California Senate passed an amended version of SB 549, aimed at empowering the state’s tribes with a singular opportunity to legally challenge cardr...
A new development in Missouri's gaming industry has emerged as a proposal for a casino license on the Osage River near the Lake of the Ozarks has been approved for the November ballot, following a ruling by a C...