Licensing

Rei do Pitaco Seeks Approval for Brazilian Online Betting License

Rei do Pitaco, a leading name in Brazil's digital sports scene, recently took a significant step towards diversifying its offerings by applying for a sports betting and iGaming license under Brazil's newly amen...

Clark’s New Casino Venture Awaits PAGCOR’s Licensing Decision

In the bustling region of Clark, a new development is on the horizon as Belle Corporation has officially expressed its intent to construct a casino, marking a potential expansion in their gaming portfolio. Whil...

Washington D.C. to Experience Major Online Sports Betting Expansion on July 15

Starting Monday, July 15, Washington D.C. sports enthusiasts will no longer be limited to using GambetDC. From noon ET, residents and visitors will gain extensive online access to multiple sports betting platfo...

PAGCOR Enforces POGO Hub Ban to Enhance Regulation and Combat Crime

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced a significant policy shift, declaring that POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator) hubs will no longer be permitted. This move, disclose...

Small House BV Prohibited from Offering Unlicensed Games in Sweden

The Swedish Gaming Authority (Spelinspektionen) has officially prohibited Small House BV from operating within the country due to the company’s lack of the necessary licensing. This decision is part of Spelinsp...

Finland Plans to Reform Gambling Laws: Veikkaus Oy Monopoly to be Restructured Under New Licensing System

The Ministry of the Interior is seeking public comments on a draft government proposal for a new gambling act, a key reform initiative outlined in the Government Programme. Under this proposal, Veikkaus Oy will...

Bally Bet to Launch in Massachusetts, Expanding Online Sports Betting Options to Seven Platforms

Massachusetts bettors will have an additional platform for online sports wagers starting Tuesday as Bally Bet is set to launch nearly a year and a half after receiving clearance from state regulators. The in...

DC Council Approves Comprehensive Changes to Sports Betting Regulations

The Washington DC Council has unanimously approved the final reading of the budget bill, which incorporates pivotal changes for mobile sports betting in the District. This decision, reached on Tuesday, is now a...

Brazil Mandates Gaming Licenses by End of 2024; Non-compliant Operators Face Regulatory Action

The Brazilian government has established a December 2024 deadline for gaming operators to secure licenses or face penalties starting January 1, 2025. This requirement is detailed in Normative Ordinance 827, pub...

Tinian Moves Towards Internet Gaming: Sen. Hofschneider Introduces Bill for 20-Year Licenses

Sen. Jude U. Hofschneider (R-Tinian) has introduced Senate Local Bill No. 23-05, marking a significant step towards enabling internet gaming licenses on Tinian, the island in the Northern Mariana Islands, for a...

Entain and Accel Entertainment Secure Full Regulatory Approval in Nevada After Navigating Compliance Challenges

Entain, the British sports-betting and technology company, has successfully navigated compliance hurdles to obtain a full gaming license in Nevada. Entain's compliance journey: Previously operating under ...

Brazil Introduces 15% Tax on Player Prizes in Betting and Online Gambling

Brazil has solidified its tax framework concerning player prizes and winnings within its burgeoning betting market. The Federal Revenue Service (RFB) of Brazil has officially outlined its stance on personal inc...