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.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a summary suspension order against TwinSpires, the popular horse racing and casino platform, for continuing to engage in illegal advance deposit wagering (ADW...
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has imposed a £1 million fine on Greentube Alderney, which operates the Admiral Casino brand, after the company was found to have failed repeatedly in its obligations to adhere...
As Virginia lawmakers prepare for the 2025 legislative session, one key issue is making a comeback: the proposed construction of a casino in Fairfax County, specifically in the Tysons area. This idea has been b...
The French government is intensifying discussions about legalizing online casinos, a significant policy shift aimed at curbing the massive illegal market. France and Cyprus remain the only European Union member...
The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has issued a cease-and-desist order against Fontana Development Corporation (FDC) and Fontana Resort and Country Club Inc. (FRCCI), halting all operations of the Fontana ...
In a unanimous vote, Manhattan Community Board 4 (MCB4) rejected the zoning changes required for Related Companies and Wynn Resorts to move forward with their $12 billion Hudson Yards casino proposal. The decis...
The Thai government is moving forward with discussions on the legalization and regulation of online gambling, according to Deputy Prime Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong. This initiative is part of a broader st...
The Philippine government is ramping up its efforts to enforce a nationwide ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), focusing on the deportation of over 11,000 foreign nationals involved in these op...
The Netherlands Gaming Authority (Kansspelautoriteit, KSA) has rolled out a new general fine policy, effective January 1, 2025, aimed at improving the enforcement of gambling regulations. This updated policy se...
Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has released an official list of licensed operators for fixed-odds sports betting and online gaming, effective January 1, 2025. The Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) outlined tha...
The MLB Players Inc. (MLBPI), a subsidiary of the MLB Players Association, has contested claims by DraftKings and bet365 that their use of baseball player likenesses falls under the protections of freedom of sp...
Horseshoe Casino Baltimore, operated by Caesars Entertainment Inc., faces a lawsuit filed by Jordan Kerr, a seasoned card counter who prefers the term "advantage player." The lawsuit stems from an incident in O...
Turkey's determined efforts to combat illegal betting and financial crimes have led to the detention of dozens of individuals, including prominent social media influencers. Coordinated nationwide operations unv...
Swish Analytics, a leader in sports analytics, has initiated a legal battle against OddsJam and OpticOdds, accusing them of misappropriating proprietary sports betting odds data. Filed in the San Francisco Supe...
Lawmakers in New Hampshire are exploring ways to restructure charitable gaming, including placing limits on the annual revenue that a single nonprofit can receive from casino donations. This potential cap is pa...