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Hong Kong to Consider Legalization of Basketball Betting to Address Fiscal Deficit

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In an effort to mitigate its nearly HK$100 billion (US$12.9 billion) fiscal deficit, Hong Kong's finance chief is reportedly considering the legalization of basketball betting, a move anticipated to significant...

New Jersey Expands Betting into Esports, Eyes Economic Growth

Vanja Mitic
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New Jersey is poised to become a pioneer in the integration of esports within regulated sports wagering, as state legislators consider a transformative bill that would enable adults to legally place bets on the...

AGA and SPGA Clash Over Sweepstakes Casino Legality and Regulation

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Amidst a backdrop of growing scrutiny and regulatory pushback, the sweepstakes casino sector has become a battleground for industry giants, exemplifying broader challenges in U.S. gambling regulation. The Ameri...

Iowa Bill Aims to Criminalize Proxy Betting and Account Sharing

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Iowa lawmakers are considering legislation that would criminalize proxy betting and sportsbook account sharing, bringing new penalties to individuals who engage in these activities. Companion bills, Senate Stud...

Dina Titus Pushes Again to Eliminate Federal Sports Betting Excise Tax

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U.S. Representative Dina Titus of Nevada has once again introduced legislation to remove the federal excise tax on legal sports wagers, a measure she argues places an undue burden on legitimate gaming operators...

Norsk Tipping to be Fined NOK 36 Million for Self-Exclusion System Failure

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The Norwegian Lotteries and Gaming Authority (Lotteritilsynet) has announced a potential fine of NOK 36 million (€3.1 million) against Norsk Tipping due to a critical flaw in its iOS gaming app. The error, whic...

FDJ Navigates Challenges with Strategic Initiatives Amid Regulatory Changes

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La Française des Jeux (FDJ), a leading name in the European betting and gaming landscape, has reported a robust performance for the year 2024. The company's revenue soared to €3,065 million, marking a significa...

Loterj Halts Nationwide Betting Operations Following Supreme Court Ruling

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The State Lottery of Rio de Janeiro (Loterj) has issued an ordinance suspending all betting operations beyond the state's borders. This decision follows a ruling by Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça, who ord...

WinView Technology Files Patent Lawsuits Against DraftKings and FanDuel

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WinView Technology, Inc. has taken a bold step by filing patent infringement lawsuits against two major players in the sports betting industry, DraftKings and FanDuel. The legal actions, filed in the District o...

Donald Trump Nominates Brian Quintenz as CFTC Chair in Key Regulatory Overhaul

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Former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Brian Quintenz has been chosen by former President Donald Trump to head the federal commodities regulator. Quintenz, who previously served at the ...

Mississippi Senate Moves to Outlaw Online Sweepstakes Casinos

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The Mississippi Senate has taken a firm stance against online sweepstakes casinos, advancing legislation that would make such operations illegal statewide. Senate Bill 2510 (SB 2510), introduced by Senator Joey...

Brazil Grants 37 Permanent Betting Licenses in Regulatory Expansion

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In a notable expansion of Brazil's betting industry, the Ministry of Finance’s Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) has issued a significant update in the Official Gazette of the Union (DOU). As of this Tuesday...