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.

Atlantic City casinos could be facing dire future owing to their PILOT liabilities

In the American state of New Jersey and a senior politician has reportedly warned that four of the nine casinos in Atlantic City could soon be at risk of being put out of business if his compatriots do not amen...

Interim reprieve for operation of electronic gaming machines in Virginia

In the southern American state of Virginia and a local judge has reportedly issued a temporary injunction to prevent law enforcement officials from shutting down the retail operation of popular slot-like electr...

Resorts World Sentosa advanced AI surveillance scheme suffering delays

In Singapore and a project that was due to increase casino security within the Resorts World Sentosa development via the use of artificial intelligence (AI) has reportedly been delayed owing to numerous technic...

Churchill Downs Incorporated said to be exploring potential TwinSpires sale

American casino operator Churchill Downs Incorporated reportedly saw the value of its shares rise by 5.7% yesterday on news that it is potentially exploring the option of selling off its TwinSpires-branded onli...

Macau regulator confirms shuttering of all Suncity Group gaming lounges

In Macau and the Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau regulator has reportedly confirmed the temporary closure of all local VIP gaming lounges operated by junket firm Suncity Group. According to a repor...

Underhanded tactics claim being levied at the Seminole Tribe of Florida

The Seminole Tribe of Florida is allegedly paying petition-gathering firms to stay away from its home state as it reportedly looks to scupper rival efforts that could result in legalized online sportsbetting be...

IGT files federal lawsuit in attempt to clear up Interstate Wire Act ambiguity

American lottery and gaming machines innovator International Game Technology (IGT) has reportedly filed a federal lawsuit against the United States Department of Justice concerning perceived ambiguities in the ...

Macau arrests eleven over illegal mainland gambling allegations

In Macau and the Judiciary Police has reportedly announced the arrest of eleven individuals for allegedly having ties to illicit gambling supposedly being conducted by local junket giant Suncity Group. Accor...