On October 29, Macau passed the “Law to Combat Crimes of Illegal Gambling”—a landmark measure to limit illegal operations in its world-famous casinos. The legislation, which was announced in the Official Gazette the day before, introduces extensive changes to combat illegal gambling in the city’s integrated resorts. It addresses issues such as unlicensed online betting […]
As the election draws near, Australia’s Labor government is grappling with significant pressure to tackle the escalating concerns surrounding gambling advertising. Amid calls from the Greens, federal communications minister Michelle Rowland announced that the government would outline its plans regarding gambling advertisements before the election, yet she refrained from confirming whether these plans would include […]
In a significant update to its gambling regulations, Singapore has amended its Casino Control Act, allowing cashless gaming in its two major casinos. This change reflects the nation’s focus on modernizing its gaming industry, aligning it with global trends. Still, it stops short of permitting cryptocurrency for betting, maintaining a firm stance on financial security […]
The conflict between California’s tribal casinos and private card rooms has escalated into a high-stakes battle, with both factions deploying significant financial resources to influence pending legislation. At the heart of this struggle lies the Assembly Governmental Organization Committee, often referred to as the “juice committee,” where political contributions and legislative decisions intersect in a […]
In a major step toward breaking the long-standing monopoly of Veikkaus Oy over betting, online slot machines, and casino games, the Finnish government has revealed a detailed draft plan to revise the country’s gambling regulations. As part of a crucial effort mentioned in the Government Programme, the Ministry of the Interior has extended the deadline […]
The Gambling Commission is the target of a legal action brought by the British publishing powerhouse Northern & Shell, owned by the media billionaire Richard Desmond. The lawsuit is based on allegations of improper management during the National Lottery licensing competition, which occurred after the commission denied Northern & Shell’s attempt to acquire the UK […]
At the beginning of May 2024, the UK Gaming Commission (UKGC) published a press release detailing major reforms to the gaming sector with the goals of increasing customer choice and safety. In line with the UK government’s White Paper “High stakes: gambling reform for the digital age.” The changes encompass a range of initiatives, such […]
Three proposals with quite different approaches have sparked an extensive debate in Minnesota about the legalization of sports betting. In contrast to other bills introduced recently, the most recent one, which Senator John Marty introduced, focuses a significant emphasis on efforts that promote responsible gaming. Compared to the other measures, Marty’s SF 5330 proposes a […]
NatCen, in collaboration with the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) and the Gambling Commission, has been tasked with reviewing the Gambling Act in the UK. The goal of the Gambling Act Review, which was initiated in the year 2020, is to determine whether or not there is a need for regulatory modifications since […]
In recent years, the National Football League (NFL) has taken a positive stance toward the rapidly expanding gambling business. While the league has been able to capitalize on the rising appeal of gambling, it has also been forced to deal with the possible dangers that gambling may bring to players, staff, and fans. It all […]
