U.K. to Let Premier League Decide on Limiting Ads on Shirts

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...

Published February 27, 2023

U.K. Gambling White Paper Delayed Again

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Multimillion-Dollar Sports Betting Scam Uncovered in NSW

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...

Published February 27, 2023

NSW: Key Union Boss Warns that Increased Taxes Would Cost Jobs

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Star Announces New Potential Funding to Supplement Losses

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Brazil Government Ends Delay, Will Regulate Sports Betting

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Venetian Macao Prepared to Welcome Global Tourists

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...

Published February 27, 2023

More than a Year Later, NagaWorld Labor Dispute at a Stalemate

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Waiting Game Continues for Nagasaki, Osaka

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...

Published February 27, 2023

China, Cambodia Allies in the Fight Against Illegal Gambling

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Macau Rebound Limited by Labor Shortages

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Charitable Gambling Unaffected By Nebraska Casinos

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...

Published February 27, 2023

New Site Emerges for A’s Vegas Relocation; Team Hires Group of Lobbyists

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Temporary American Place Casino Opens In Illinois

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Rio Announces Large-Scale Renovations, Operational Shake-Up

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...

Published February 27, 2023

New York City Competition Heats Up

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Tonko’s Bill to Ban Gambling Ads Draws Fire

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...

Published February 27, 2023

Michigan Proposes Responsible Gambling Education

Michigan state Senator Joseph N. Bellino Jr. (l.) introduced a bill requiring the state education department to create age-appropriate curriculums on responsible gambling by July 1, 2024. The program...

Published February 20, 2023

Massachusetts Already Working to Combat Illegal Wagers

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (l.) met last week to discuss violations by the three sportsbook operators in the state and how to prevent them in the future.

Published February 20, 2023

Tips for Successfully Managing a Regulatory Investigation

When regulators conduct an investigation, there are a few critical items that must be taken into account. Former regulator and attorney Joseph Grad outlines these items and explains how...

Published February 20, 2023