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Philippine Senator Presses for iGaming Ban
Philippine Senator Joel Villanueva (l.) has again called for the abolition of the country’s online gaming industry. Reports have linked so-called POGOs to human trafficking, kidnapping and murder.
New Seminole Hotel Casino Marks Topping Out Ceremony
The Seminole Tribe held a newsworthy event without the need for a battery of lawyers. The hospitality conglomerate topped off its new hotel and casino near Lake Okeechobee with...
Delaware Lawmakers End Without Sports Betting Expansion
The Washington, D.C. City Council approved an expansion of its market that will increase the number of sportsbook operators. Delaware lawmakers failed in their effort to take a similar...
U.K. Public Opposes Gambling Affordability Checks, says Survey
The U.K. gambling public doesn’t take well to “financial risk checks” before being allowed to play. That’s the takeaway from a 2021 survey conducted by the U.K. Gambling Commission...
Argentine City Stops Issuing iGaming Licenses to Fight Underage Gambling
Buenos Aires, Argentina has stopped issuing online gambling licenses. The Executive of Buenos Aires is reacting to a public becoming alarmed at underage gambling.
Singapore to Enact Stricter AML Measures
In light of fresh concerns about money laundering, Singapore casinos will soon begin conducting financial due diligence on all cash deposits exceeding SG$4,000. The current threshold is SG$5,000.
Kentucky Judge Upholds Skill-Game Ban
A Kentucky judge has rejected a claim that a 2023 law banning so-called “skill games” violated the state’s constitution, upholding the ban of the unregulated machines.
Work Starts on New Hampshire Casino
Construction has begun on a new casino in Rochester, N.H., to feature a 32,000-square-foot gaming and hospitality space in a parking lot at the Lilac Mall.
Aristocrat Launches Interactive Division
Aristocrat Leisure Limited has combined the operations of recent acquisitions NeoGames and Anaxi into the newly formed Aristocrat Interactive.
Entain Appoints Emery CMO
Charlotte Emery (l.), a former executive at William Hill, has been named chief marketing officer of Entain. She has already begun serving in her new position. At William Hill...
Herbert Named Louisiana Gaming Board Chairman
State Assistant Attorney General Christopher Herbert was named Louisiana Gaming Control Board chairman, replacing Ronnie Johns who retired after nearly 40 years of service. Herbert is the first African-American...
Minnesota Tracks Oppose Tribal Seats on Racing Commission
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz knows how to get under some folks' skin. His appointment of two tribal leaders to the state Racing Commission drew an immediate reaction from track...
Colorado Conservation Concern Impedes Tribal Gaming Push
The Ute tribes in Colorado want to offer online sports betting. But the folks in water conservation say such a move could hinder tax dollars flowing to the state...
NY Lawmaker Urges Action on Seneca Compact
New York Assemblyman Joseph Giglio is calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to complete negotiations on a new gaming compact for the Seneca tribe as the current compact is set...
Tribal Gaming Logs New Record with $41.9 Billion in Revenue for 2023
The National Indian Gaming Commission has announced that the U.S. tribal gaming industry logged a new revenue record of $41.9 billion in 2023. This is more than 2 percent...
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November 27-28: Eastern European Gaming Summit, Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. Produced by the Association of Gaming Industry in Bulgaria. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
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.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
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.
