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.

New Legislation Solidifies TAB NZ Monopoly to Support Racing Industry; New Zealand To Ban Greyhound Racing

In addition to a new bill that will see greyhound racing banned in the country, New Zealand’s government has introduced a significant legislative change to secure the future of its racing industry. The proposed...

UAE Gaming Regulator Warns Against Unlicensed Operators

The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), the UAE’s gaming regulator, has issued a strong warning to residents about the risks associated with engaging with unlicensed lottery and gaming opera...

U.S. Senators Push for Investigation Into FanDuel and DraftKings

Concerns over market competition in the U.S. sports betting industry have reignited as Senators Mike Lee (R-Utah) and Peter Welch (D-Vt.) request federal scrutiny of FanDuel and DraftKings. In a letter addresse...

Sports Betting Narrowly Approved in Missouri Amid High-Profile Campaigns

Missouri voters have given the green light to legal sports betting, approving Amendment 2 by a razor-thin margin of 50.05%. With the certification of election results by the Missouri Board of State Canvassers, ...

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Executives Assume Casino Control Amid Escalating Union Strike

Leadership at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has shifted as the property’s top executives, Cliff Atkinson and Chad Konrad, assume operational control of the casino amidst ongoing labor unrest. The Nevada Gaming Contro...

Is It Time for Illinois to Embrace iGaming? The Push for Legalization Amid Casino Expansion

On November 7, 2024, Illinois marked a significant milestone in its gaming industry with the opening of the Wind Creek Casino in East Hazel Crest. This new development was a welcome addition to the state’s gami...

Philippines Targets Final Active POGOs for Shutdown

In a significant development, the Philippine government has announced stringent actions against Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), signaling a major policy shift aimed at curbing illegal activities a...