AGCO Working on New Gambling Ad Standards; Not All Agree
Gambling ads have come under intense scrutiny in Ontario and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario is preparing to release new standards.
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Brazil President Vetoes Part of Gambling law
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (l.) has vetoed part of a gambling bill that would grant a tax exemption for gamblers who win prizes up to BRL...
Ecuador’s Noboa Eyes Reopening Casinos
Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa (l.) recently presented an 11-point referendum, part of which is lobbying for the reopening of casinos, betting shops, and in-person gambling halls.
Philippines Determined to Exit FATF ‘Grey List’ in 2024
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered government agencies to take whatever measures necessary to have the country, including its gaming industry, removed from the FATF “grey list.”
Osaka IR Group to File Impact Report by Mid-Year
Osaka IR KK, the consortium behind an integrated resort with gaming in the Japanese prefecture, is developing a report on the environmental impact of the project on Yumeshima Island....
Genting Singapore Could Vie for Thailand Gaming License
Genting Singapore, which operates Resorts World Sentosa, could be first in line for a Thai gaming license should the kingdom choose to legalize casinos.
Macau Casino Workers to Get Bonuses, Pay Hikes
Five of Macau’s Big 6 gaming concessionaires have announced year-end bonuses for eligible staff members. Some employees are in line for salary increases as the city enjoys a post-Covid...
U.S. High Court Rejects IPI Move to Delay License Hearing
Last week, the US. Supreme Court denied an appeal by troubled Saipan casino operator Imperial Pacific to halt a license revocation hearing. IPI is millions in arrears on annual...
Study Warns Social Costs Cancel Gaming Tax Benefits
New Jersey has profited from online sports betting tax revenue, but a new study said the costs of problem gambling could cancel the financial benefits. The study noted some...
Detroit Casinos Recover From Strike
Detroit’s three have recovered from the workers’ strike, posting $111.4 million in total slots and table games revenue in December, the second-highest monthly gaming revenue total for 2023.
IRS Seizes Former Skill-Game Executive’s Cash in Tax Probe
The Internal Revenue Service has seized more than $400,000 from a retired Pennsylvania State Police corporal who served as a compliance director for skill-game supplier Pace-O-Matic.
Smoke-Free Casino Advocates Gear Up for NJ Legislative Session
National anti-smoking advocates and a group of New Jersey casino dealers are gearing up for the new legislative session, and a new effort to ban smoking in Atlantic City...
LVCC Renovations Continue; Officials Bullish on LV Convention Traffic
The Las Vegas Convention Center (l.) has undergone several high-dollar renovations in the last five years, and now that the South Hall project is nearly complete, tourism officials expect...
Nebraska Gaming Study Rejects New Racinos
Nebraska does not need more horse racing tracks in addition to the six currently licensed, according to a study released by the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission. The report...
NY to Weigh iGaming, Fixed-Odds Racing Bets
Lawmakers in New York will consider bills in the new session of both chambers to legalize online gaming and fixed-odds wagering for horse racing.
Two New Hampshire Gambling Bills Face Different Fates
The New Hampshire House approved a bill that would protect charitable organizations that get winnings from gambling. An online casino bill, however, will not be discussed this year.
Ex-Officiating Exec for NFL Says Refs Approached About a Fix
Dean Blandino spent four plus years overseeing the officiating for the NFL. While no game has ever been fixed, refs have been approached about doing just that.
Machine Learning: A Safe Bet For Improved Player Experience
In recent years, machine learning has become a powerful tool for businesses looking to maximize both efficiency and security—why not apply that technology to sports betting? Nikhil Koranne (l.),...
Legislators from Gambling States Congregate at NCLGS
Legislators from states that host gaming met last week in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The 29th annual National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) also included representatives of the...
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January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
March 11-13: World Game Protection Conference, Rio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas. Discuss topics on current threats, risk, and best practices. For more information visit www.worldgameprotection.com/
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
March 11-13: World Game Protection Conference, Rio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas. Discuss topics on current threats, risk, and best practices. For more information visit www.worldgameprotection.com/
