The government of Bermuda, a British Overseas Territory, has called for a redo of gambling laws in order to restart the process for bringing casino gambling to the country. Promoting the building of integrated resorts has been a goal of Premier David Burt (l.), but recently a developer, Century Casinos, withdrew from a longtime project and a casino looks unlikely.

Maverick Gaming and its CEO Eric Persson (l.) have lost what they believe is merely the first round in a long legal battle over tribal exclusivity of sports betting in Washington state. A U.S. District judge dismissed Maverick’s lawsuit on February 21.

Brazil could soon have functioning sports betting regulations by the end of February. That’s if President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (l.) signs a Provisional Measure (PM) that would provide regulations to Federal Law No 13,756. The law was approved in 2019. The PM would be in force for 60 days until approved by Congress.

When New York Congressman Paul Tonko (l.) introduced a bill to ban ads for sports betting, did he expect this reaction? Either way, the reaction among the industry has been swift and critical.

Macau tourism has bounced back since travel restrictions were lifted in January, and non-gaming spend is also on the rise. But staff shortages in the hospitality sector could affect the city’s ongoing recovery.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams (l.) is staying out of the competition for three casino licenses in and around the Big Apple, even as new developments crop up with several bidding entities, and his former chief of staff signs on with one of the applicants.

Another day, another new Culture Secretary for the U.K. and another delay in the release of the White Paper that will detail proposed changes for the Gambling Act of 2005. According to a report by CDC Gaming Reports, the new secretary, Lucy Frazer (l.), will need time to acclimate to her new job before taking up the proposed changes.

To this point, much of gaming’s momentum from 2022 has continued into 2023, but as fears of recession continue to rise among brick-and-mortar outfits, online sports betting and iGaming operators appear to finally be on the right path to real growth.

It took three years, but Penn Entertainment has completed its purchase of Barstool Sports. The multi-faceted entertainment company will continue enhancing its role as a sportsbook.

Mark Lipparelli, new chairman of the International Center for Problem Gaming, spoke with GGB Publisher Roger Gros in February in Las Vegas.

The Chinese government is backing Cambodia in its efforts to rein in online and cross-border gambling. The industry, once based primarily in Sihanoukville (l.), has been linked to crimes including human trafficking.

The Japanese government is taking its time approving integrated resorts in Nagasaki (l.)and Osaka. But officials in the prefectures are moving ahead with plans and funding for the multibillion-dollar complexes.

The labor dispute between Cambodia’s NagaWorld casino and dismissed employees remains at an impasse, more than a year after it started. Labor leaders continue to press for the reinstatement of fired workers.

A foreigners’ gaming zone with baccarat and English-speaking staff is ready for guests at the Venetian Macao, in a space once reserved for VIPs. Meanwhile, consultant Alidad Tash says VIPs may move beyond Macau.

The U.K. could have taken a stern approach and insisted on a ban on gambling advertising on Premier League shirts. But instead they are letting the league voluntarily make the decision of whether or not to get rid of the sponsorships.

Italy’s new “National Conservative” government is calling for a reorganization of the country’s gambling laws. Treasury Deputy Italo Volpe (l.) said his goal is “bringing stability to the marketplace.” He added that regulatory intervention “must be made.”

Under pressure from an adverse legal ruling, Spelinspektionen, the Swedish Gambling Authority, has reversed itself on the question of rejecting casino license applications because of negative equity. This arose when the gaming company Avento appealed the rejection of its license to the Administrative Court.

Star Entertainment racked up $861 million in losses for the second half of last year, but the good news is that U.S.-based Oaktree Capital Management may be providing some $545 million in funding to help get the beaten-down operator back on its feet.

Dario Mujkic, head of Australia’s United Workers Union, has waded into the conversation surrounding proposed tax increases for table games and poker machines in New South Wales, telling NSW Treasurer Matt Kean (l.) that a large number of casino employees would lose their jobs if the increases are fully adopted.

Investors of Simply the Bets, a fictitious sports betting platform perpetrated by Sydney resident Michael Pryde (l.), have begun filing lawsuits in New South Wales, alleging that Pryde defrauded them of millions of dollars.

Joseph Addabbo (l.), the state Senator from New York, is never without an idea to help his constituents and the state. The latest move is a bill to approve iGaming and send the tax revenue to fix the MTA.

Maryland state Senators on the Budget and Taxation Committee heard testimony on a bill to allow a voter referendum on online gambling next year. Black and minority business owners asked to be included in future gambling expansion.

Online poker revenue in New Jersey rose nearly 25 percent after January 1 activation of a multi-state player pool created by players in New Jersey and Michigan.

Experts are saying the new policy requiring online casino and sportsbook operators to monitor for activities indicating a potential gambling disorder could become the new industry standard.

It’s been a rough few months for William Hill and Caesars Entertainment, which has seen its William Hill Nevada app crash during the Super Bowl, employees’ embezzling money, and a $30 million payoff for a wager.

If you’re in Ohio and you care about a complete football fix in the spring off-season, one league is off limits. The XFL has not been approved for betting by the Ohio Casino Control Commission.

Suffolk Downs (l.) is holding on to its simulcasting license because it’s the ticket to something bigger—Suffolk will receive a sports betting license to operate a brick-and-mortar sportsbook.

Dreamscape Companies CEO Eric Birnbaum (l.), owner of the Rio, recently raised over $800 million in capital and has big plans for it, including a large-scale renovation of the property and the formation of two new companies that will presumably be used to supplant Caesars Entertainment as the operators of the off-Strip casino.

More than 14,000 people visited the new Temporary by American Place in Waukegan, Illinois in two and a half days following its February 17 opening. Construction on the permanent structure is expected to start later this year.

Out of nowhere, the Rio (l.) has emerged as a third potential relocation site for the Oakland Athletics, who have long been looking to follow the Raiders’ footsteps by migrating to the Las Vegas Valley. The team has also hired a gaggle of lobbyists to try and convince state lawmakers to put public money towards a new, $1 billion ballpark.

Casinos have not caused a decline in charitable gambling in Nebraska, according to official figures from state lottery director Brian Rockey (l.). In 2020, voters approved casinos at the state’s licensed racetrack. Since then, three temporary casinos have opened.

In the wake of stunning defeats of both sports betting propositions in California, tribal leaders have given an opening to sportsbook operators. Their message: Work with us and understand we hold the best hand.

Sky River Casino (l.) near Sacramento opened in August, six weeks earlier than expected, and now Boyd Gaming and Wilton Rancheria are making plans to expand the property with a hotel and convention center.

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians will open its 23-story, 317-room hotel tower (l.) at its Four Winds Casino in South Bend, Indiana on March 1. The facility offers a spa, pool restaurants and event space and will employ 400 people.

Even though lawmakers have tried to establish a lottery system in Nevada for decades, their efforts have always failed. This year, however, Assemblyman C.H. Miller has proposed an amendment to the state Constitution that would create a lottery and earmark revenues for youth-focused mental health services.

Investors and entertainment lovers alike have waited patiently for the opening of the long-delayed, multibillion-dollar MSG Sphere venue on the Las Vegas Strip, which is set for September. However, Sphere President Lucas Watson (l.) has left the company, creating a storm of new uncertainties.

Galaxy Entertainment Group has appointed Ted Chan (l.) as the company’s new chief financial officer, replacing Robert Drake. Chan was formerly COO of the group’s Japan development unit.

MGM Resorts International endorsed the United Nations CEO Water Mandate to address water crises and challenges. MGM is the first gaming company to sign the mandate, along with more than 230 other companies worldwide.

Gaming Innovation Group is reviewing a plan to split into two independent, publicly listed companies, one handling online gaming media services and the other for its sportsbook platform.

Novomatic Americas will relocate its headquarters from Mount Prospect, Illinois to a specially designed and equipped headquarters in Buffalo Grove, Illinois (l.).

Parthenon Capital has acquired the gaming arm of Global Payments Inc., Global Payments Gaming Solutions, and will rebrand it as an independent company known as Pavilion Payments.

Merkur Gaming has signed a sales partnership with Florida-based Reel Games, which will now be responsible for marketing and after-sales service of Merkur games in Latin American markets.

Last week, WISE (Women in Sports & Events) Las Vegas and Global Gaming Women (GGW) announce the "Women of Inspiration" celebration in honor of women's history month at Allegiant Stadium. The inaugural event celebrates inspirational women at the intersection of gaming and sports.

The British Columbia Lottery Corp.’s 11th annual New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference will be held March 6-8 in Vancouver, B.C.

Konami Gaming announced that it will showcase a range of new products at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention next month.