BCLC Recognized for Diversity, Inclusion
The British Columbia Lottery Corp. has been recognized for its efforts to foster diversity and inclusion. Last week, HR Director Canada said BCLC went “above and beyond” in fostering...
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New South Wales Ups POC Tax to 15 Percent
Starting July 1, New South Wales point of consumption tax will be upped from 10 percent to 15 percent. The change will increase the tax burden of international operators,...
Atlantic Canada Beats Ontario for Adults Registered to Bet
Although Ontario, Canada, went public with online gaming and sports betting before other provinces, Atlantic Canada still beats it in the proportion of adults registered online to wager. The...
Australian Officials Call for Action Against Illegal iGaming Site
The Australian Communications and Media Authority has asked local internet providers to take action and block access to thepokies.net, a substantial iGaming site that takes in millions per month....
Brazil Will Postpone Gambling Vote
Fearing a potential backlash in the October elections, Brazilian officials have announced they are postponing a vote on a gaming and sports betting bill. Legislative leaders have already agreed...
India Asks Media To Avoid Online Betting Ads
India’s government issued a media advisory requesting they not accept ads promoting online betting. The advisory noted online betting ads are "misleading" and do not "appear to” conform with...
Tabcorp, Others Push for iGaming Tax Increase for Australian States
Tabcorp CEO Adam Rytenskild (l.) has teamed up with The Alliance for Gambling Reform and the Australian Hotel Association to lobby for synchronized tax rates between online and land-based...
Queensland Announces New Inquiry into Star’s Suitability, Amid NSW Probe
Queensland Attorney General Shannon Fentiman (l.) has confirmed that the state will launch its own inquiry into the dealings of Star Entertainment, after the company was recently ruled unsuitable...
Cullen Report Highly Critical of BCLC
British Columbia’s Cullen Commission, headed by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Austin Cullen (l.), has released its report on money laundering in the Canadian province. It reserves unrelenting criticism for...
Blackstone-Crown Deal Receives Approvals from Western Australia, Federal Court
Blackstone’s takeover of Crown Resorts is now complete, following approvals from both the Federal Court of Australia and the Western Australian Gaming and Wagering Commission. Tony Buti (l.), Western...
B.C. Government to Release Money Laundering Inquiry Report Soon
The government of British Columbia is reviewing a report created by the Cullen Commission, headed by Supreme Court Justice Austin Cullen (l.), before releasing it to the public. The...
New South Wales to Update Gaming law
The Australian state of New South Wales is beginning the process of updating its gaming laws, which expire in September. It is seeking public comment on the Betting and...
Kazakhstan Backpedals on Restricting Gaming
Kazakhstan is backing away from its crackdown on gaming that it began two years ago. Instead of restrictive regulations, it is now looking at amendments that will protect consumers....
Brazilian Govt. Seeking New Tax Structures for Foreign Operators
Regulators in Brazil are proposing new legislation for foreign gaming operators that would require them to establish residence within the country in order to assure that they will be...
Queensland Announces New Racing Industry Tax Model
The racing industry in Queensland has been overhauled by a new funding model recently put in place by the state government. As part of the new model, taxes will...
Bet99 Close to Getting Ontario Sportsbook Approval
Bet99 is close to obtaining approval to participate in the Ontario sports betting market. Sports Venture Holdings Inc. CEO Jared Beber indicated that the process is still unfolding, but...
Mexico’s Gaming Industry Presses for Unified Tax Structure
The industry association that represents Mexico’s casinos and suppliers, AIEJA, is asking that the federal government unify the tax structure, as many believe the current structure is burdensome to...
B.C. Money Laundering Commission Submits Report
For more than a year, the “Cullen Commission” conducted hearings and took testimony to investigate years of alleged violations of Ontario, Canada’s anti-money laundering laws by casinos, high-end car...
Montreal Casino Dealers Strike Continues
Poker rooms remain closed at Casino Montreal (l.) while 521 dealers continue to strike against Loto-Québec. The disagreement focuses on dealers’ request for a new schedule to help reduce...
Star Sydney Facing Numerous Accusations as Inquiry Nears End
The inquiry into the dealings of Star Entertainment by New South Wales regulators is reaching its final stages, and the operator is facing a litany of accusations, including money...
