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D.C. Council Approves 2025 Budget, Ending Sports Betting Monopoly and Opening Market to New Operators

Vanja Mitic
Washington D.C., Online gaming software, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, North America Casino News, Online gambling regulation, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Online Gambling News, Sports betting
Washington, D.C.'s fiscal year budget for 2025 has received the nod from the Council, heralding significant changes in the realm of sports betting within the District. In a unanimous decision, council members p...

Massachusetts Weighs Action Against Bovada in Sports Betting Crackdown

Johnny K.
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The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is deliberating on whether to join the recent trend in sports betting regulation by sending cease-and-desist letters to Bovada, an offshore sportsbook. This move aligns...

Philippines’ Offshore Gaming Revenue Surges with Revised Licensing

Johnny K.
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While some Philippine senators persist in advocating for the complete shutdown of the country’s offshore gaming industry, one politician is highlighting the sector's resurgence under PAGCOR’s revamped Internet ...

PAGCOR Chairman Says Shutting Down IGLs Will Not Eliminate Foreign Criminal Activity

Vanja Mitic
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In an extensive exploration of offshore gaming intricacies, Alejandro H. Tengco, Chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), provides nuanced insights into the evolving landsca...

Pagcor Chairman Unveils Plans to Reduce E-Games Tariffs, Boosting Philippines’ Gaming Investment Appeal

Vanja Mitic
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In a move aimed at fostering industry growth and attracting more investment, Alejandro Tengco, chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor), revealed plans to reduce once again the rate...

Victoria’s VGCCC Opens Dialogue on Bingo Regulation: Promoting Fairness and Player Protection

Vanja Mitic
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The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) declared on June 6, 2024, the initiation of a comprehensive examination into the rules governing bingo within the state, aiming to solicit opinions f...

Texas Faces Significant Legislative Hurdles in Push to Legalize Casino Gambling: Senate and GOP Resistance Remain Key Obstacles

Johnny K.
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Efforts to legalize casino gambling in Texas appear to face even steeper challenges in the upcoming legislative session. In 2023, the Texas House narrowly missed the required votes to advance a constitutional a...

FanDuel and DraftKings Grapple with Illinois Sports Wagering Tax Hike as Governor Pritzker Defends Revenue Boost

Vanja Mitic
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Illinois' online sports betting landscape faces upheaval as major players like FanDuel and DraftKings confront the repercussions of a significant tax increase. Governor J.B. Pritzker defends the move, asserting...

Michigan Gaming Control Board Cracks Down on Illegal Online Gaming: Cease-and-Desist Issued to Overseas Operator Bovada

Vanja Mitic
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The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has initiated a decisive crackdown on Bovada, an offshore gaming company operating unlawfully within Michigan's jurisdiction. Responding to this breach, the MGCB dispatc...

Singapore Warns of Medium-High Risk for Environmental Crime Money Laundering in Casino Industry

Vanja Mitic
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A newly released report from multiple Singapore agencies has drawn attention to the casino industry as one of the sectors at medium-high risk for potential exploitation in environmental crime money laundering. ...

Delaware Considers Overhaul of Sports Betting: Proposal Opens Door to Multiple Operators, Challenges Exclusive Contract Model

Vanja Mitic
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In a move aimed at revitalizing Delaware's sports betting landscape, State Representative Frank Cooke (D-New Castle) has introduced legislation to allow multiple sports betting vendors to operate within the sta...

Swintt Expands Reach into North American Gaming Market with AGCO Approval

Vanja Mitic
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Swintt, the celebrated software provider recognized for its exceptional gaming content, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving approval from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) to ope...

Montenegro’s Electronic Payment Ban in Gambling Sparks Backlash: Threatens EU Compliance and Foreign Investment

Vanja Mitic
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Montenegro's recent enactment of amendments to its gambling laws, effectively banning modern electronic payment methods such as Apple Pay, PayPal, mobile banking, IPS, and e-banking, has sent shockwaves through...

Secrecy of Nevada Gaming Control Board Under Scrutiny Amid High-Profile Investigations

Vanja Mitic
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Within the intricate framework of Nevada's regulatory landscape lies a notable exception—the Nevada Gaming Control Board. Enjoying a distinct carve-out among law enforcement agencies, the Control Board's operat...