Columbia Seeks More Control Over Slots with New Laws
The Federal Gambling Authority of Columbia, Coljuegos, announced it is planning on overhauling the country’s slot machine laws in an effort to eradicate illegal machines.
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India Cracks Down on Betting Sites
India has begun cracking down on illegal offshore wagering sites and apps. At the same time Indian states have started handing huge bills to casino companies for back taxes....
Brazil’s Senate Adopts Sportsbook Regulations
It is possible that Brazil may pass a bill on sportsbook regulations by the end of the year. The Senate just passed Bill 3.626/2023, which the government says could...
Gambling Addiction on the Rise Among Macau Tourists
Macau’s Social Welfare Bureau has sounded the alarm about gambling addiction among tourists to the gaming mecca. This year, 30 percent of problem-gambling cases involved visitors.
Macau Considers Increased Penalties for Gambling Crimes
Macau lawmakers have proposed higher potential jail terms for gambling crimes from a maximum of three years to as much as eight years, plus greater restrictions for people detained...
Okada Manila Operator Steps in to Finish Philippine Resort
Philippine developer PH Resorts has announced that Tiger Resort Leisure & Entertainment will invest in its stalled integrated resort in Cebu (l.). The company operates Okada Manila in the...
Google Updates U.S. Gambling Ad Policy
Google has begun accepting and publishing advertisements from sports betting and lottery suppliers, under an updated policy that went into effect December 12.
Betting Increases Spur Caps on South Dakota VLTs
An approximate $1.17 billion has been gambled on video lottery machines in South Dakota this year and some cities have imposed caps on the popular machines.
Bally’s Chicago Posts Disappointing November Numbers
Average daily revenue at Bally’s Chicago (l.) in November dropped 9 percent to $253,604 compared to $278,268 for its opening month of September. Attendance also fell 14 percent from...
Petersburg Seeks Fifth Virginia Casino License
Officials in Petersburg, Virginia once again are seeking the state’s fifth casino license, following Richmond voters’ second and even more decisive rejection of the proposed $565 million Richmond Grand...
Bally’s, JCJ Unveil Kansas City Expansion
The new expansion of Bally’s Kansas City (l.), done by JCJ Architecture, includes a new 38,470-square-foot commercial center and an artful reimagining of the existing casino's riverboat-style exterior.
Las Vegas Sands Buys Land Near Former Texas Stadium
Following its surprise purchase of the Dallas Mavericks, Las Vegas Sands also purchased 100 acres near the former Texas Stadium (l.). Observers speculate the land could become the site...
With F1 in Rear View, LVCVA Turns Focus to Super Bowl
Now that the first-ever Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix is complete, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority will turn its attention to Super Bowl 58 in February....
Hollywood Casino Joliet Breaks Ground on Ambitious Project
The $185 million dollar Hollywood Casino in Joliet, Illinois pledges to be the biggest casino resort in the area and will have hotels, restaurants and entertainment spaces.
M Resort Hosts Groundbreaking for New Hotel Tower
Henderson’s M Resort (l.) recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new $206 million hotel tower. The new tower will add 384 rooms to the property, doubling its existing...
Ground Broken At Shuttered Louisiana Casino Site
The Cordish Companies’ $270 million land-based casino will replace the former Diamond Jacks Casino in Bossier City, Louisiana, which has been shuttered since 2020. The venue, set to open...
New Jersey Smoking Ban Pushed to Next Year
The main sponsor of a bill that would ban smoking in Atlantic City casinos has shelved the bill in a Senate committee that had planned to vote on it.
Macau Gaming Crimes Up Since 2022, But Down Compared to 2019
Gaming-related crimes in Macau spiked in the first nine months of 2023. But compared to the same period in 2019, before Covid shutdowns, the numbers were down by more...
An Atlantic City Story Not to Be Repeated
Atlantic City has certainly been the subject of a good number of jokes over the years, most recently in connection with the reckless spending of George Santos. However, as...
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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.
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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/
