U.K. Criticized for Backing Away from Gambling Ad Ban
The U.K. ministry in charge of gambling is being criticized for backtracking from previous proposals to ban gaming ads. Minister Stuart Andrew is being mocked for saying there is...
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New Ontario Ad Restrictions Causing Confusion
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced recently it was changing its rules regarding online gambling advertising, and the confusion could lead to companies trying to circumvent...
Osaka IR Now Set to Open in Late 2030
The government of Osaka has confirmed that an integrated resort planned for Yumeshima Island in Osaka Bay will likely open its doors in the fall of 2030. The IR...
Virginia Casino Resort Announces Plans
In November, voters in Richmond, Virginia will have a second chance to approve or reject the $562 million Urban One and Churchill Downs project, rebranded as Richmond Grand Resort...
Temporary Chicago Bally’s Preps For Opening
Intensive tests were conducted ahead of licensing at Bally’s temporary Chicago casino, located at the historic Medinah Temple (l.), which will operate while the permanent $1.7 billion venue is...
WEEKLY FEATURE: New York Answers First Casino Questions
New York’s regulatory agency charged with selecting awards for three downstate casino licenses have answered the first set of questions from applicants for the licenses in a 103-page document.
UAE Creates Gaming Authority; Murren Voted as Chairman
The United Arab Emirates has moved to establish the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority, the first-ever gaming regulatory body in a region that has historically been staunchly opposed to...
The More the Merrier
Gaming research needs to be upgraded to include more subjects and greater depth, according to Alan Feldman (l.), a distinguished fellow at the International Gaming Institute, University of Nevada...
Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference
Behavioral science principles can be an effective tool to reduce gambling harms, writes Dr. Sally M. Gainsbury (l.) and colleagues from the University of Sydney.
Collaborating for Success
Responsible gaming programs will only be effective when all facets of the gaming industry share their knowledge, writes Pavilion Payments CEO Christopher Justice (l.).
Will Land-Based Gaming Ever Be Responsible?
AXES.ai CEO Earle G. Hall (l.) takes a look at why brick-and-mortar gaming establishments are not using the tools necessary to minimize problem gambling.
GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: John Payne, President, VICI Properties
Not too long ago, the idea of casino operators relinquishing their real estate assets seemed absurd—now it’s commonplace, thanks to several high-performing, gaming-focused real estate investment trusts (REITs). One...
FANTINI’S FINANCE: Would You Like a REIT While You Wait?
It’s the strangest thing—everyone acknowledges the possibility of a recession and even the likelihood of one, but it has yet to materialize in any quantitative way. In any case,...
A Work in Progress
RG programs are a dime a dozen, but are they effective? How can laymen disseminate the complex research surrounding the issue? Have no fear—as ICRG President Arthur Paikowsky (l.)...
Does PointsBet Promo Put Fanatics Launch in Harm’s Way?
Fanatics and PointsBet have the deal sewed up. But some discrepancies in Michigan could stand to delay the full rollout of Fanatics, which is making a huge bet by...
DOJ Agrees it takes Illegal Gambling Seriously
With the NCAA and the NFL kicking off for the 2023 season, is the DOJ really invested in putting illegal sportsbooks out of business? Some think not.
U.K. Report Indicates Hardening Stance Towards Gambling
New research from the U.K. is indicating that the public may not be as opposed to gambling reform as previously thought.
Crown Sydney Closes VIP Floor as Operator Looks to Pivot
Crown Sydney (l.) has closed its Mahogany VIP room merely a year after it was first unveiled, thanks in large part to declining Asian visitation and a lack of...
Is Macau Unduly Tapping Concessionaires for Investment?
A Macau casino executive says the local government may be asking too much of the city’s gaming concessionaires, who are required to spend millions on non-gaming attractions over the...
Poll: Most North Carolinians Want Casino Vote
A poll of 600 North Carolina voters indicated 76 percent want a statewide referendum on allowing three commercial casinos and 55 percent support legalizing casino gambling. Three tribal casinos...
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September 18-21, 2023: Tribalnet Conference & Tradeshow, Town & Country Resort, San Diego, CA. For more information visit www.tribalnetconference.com.
September 19-21, 2023: SBC Summit Barcelona, Fire De Barcelona, Montjuic. The global betting and igaming show. For more information visit https://sbcevents.com/sbc-summit-barcelona.
October 8-9, 2023: ICRG Conference on Gambling and Addiction, Venetian Expo, Las Vegas. Produced by the International Center for Responsible Gaming For more information visit https://www.icrg.org/events.
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November 22-23, 2023: BEGE, IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria. BEGE is one of the leading gaming and entertainment exhibitions in Europe. The show gathers 85+ exhibitors and over 6000 visitors from over 60 countries. Over the years, the event has gained the attention of leading companies and established itself as a preferred business venue and became meeting point for the gaming society.
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November 22-23, 2023: EEGS IEC, Sofia, Bulgaria. The Eastern European Gaming Summit (EEGS) is an annual gaming conference which brings together more than 50 speakers and 300+ delegates from all over world. With hundreds of leaders and thriving companies from the land-based and online gaming industry in attendance, EEGS covers groundbreaking subjects and discussions based on the latest trends, developments, and insights. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com/.
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