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 significant legal push is underway to bring a new casino to the tourist hotspot of Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. This Tuesday, the Osage River and Gaming Convention (ORGC) filed a lawsuit aimed at placing t...
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has initiated stringent actions against illegal gambling operations in Selma, securing temporary restraining orders against five gambling halls, a move underscoring the s...
A recent study by the Australia Institute has proposed a small levy on gambling revenues to offset the potential loss of advertising income from a proposed ban on gambling ads. This levy, according to the repor...
Spelinspektionen, the Swedish gambling regulator, has expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed discontinuation of Casino Cosmopol, Sweden's state-owned land-based casino. The government's decision ...
As Nebraska navigates the new terrain of legalized casinos, the spotlight on gambling within the state intensifies, especially with the sports and entertainment industry booming nationwide. However, some local ...
Paetongtarn Shinawatra has officially been endorsed as Thailand’s new prime minister, following a formal endorsement by King Maha Vajiralongkorn on Sunday. The 37-year-old leader, the youngest prime minister in...
In a significant move to sway Missouri voters towards legalizing sports betting, the campaign has received a substantial financial boost. DraftKings' parent company, DK Crown Holdings, has contributed $3.5 mill...
Much to the horror of thousands of Australian gamblers, the government officially passed a bill outlawing the use of credit cards for any form of online gambling activity, effective immediately. In Australia, t...
The University of Notre Dame, Indiana, has announced a suspension of its men’s swimming program for at least one academic year following an investigation that revealed violations of NCAA gambling regulations. T...
Singapore's legal system took a decisive step by formally charging two former bank relationship managers, marking a significant development in the country's largest-ever money-laundering scandal. This action re...
Nevada's gaming watchdog has lodged a formal complaint against Resorts World, accusing the establishment of fostering an environment conducive to money laundering linked to illicit bookmaking activities. This 3...
In Arkansas, a state known for its stringent gaming regulations, Saracen Casino Resort is making headlines with a proposal to expand online gaming. The Pine Bluff-based casino, under the leadership of Chief Mar...
In a significant political development, Srettha Thavisin, the leader of the Thai government and a prominent supporter of the initiative to legalize casino resorts in Thailand, was removed from office by the cou...
In Missouri, two major initiatives have successfully made their way onto the November 5 ballot, reflecting a significant bypass of the state legislature. The Secretary of State, Jay Ashcroft, confirmed that a p...
Flutter Entertainment has significantly raised its full-year earnings forecast following a surprisingly strong second quarter, choosing not to impose a surcharge on customers in high-tax U.S. states. This strat...