GLOBAL GAMING
José Manssur (l.), the former advisor of the Ministry of Finance who led the Brazilian effort to legalize online betting and gaming, had a message for the first ever...
Argentine Mayor Lobbies for Atlantic Coast Casino
The Casino Complex in Necochea, Buenos Aires province, Argentina that closed due to structural problems and later partially burned, could get some love from the state government. So promised...
Crown CEO Optimistic on Profitability Outlook for Crown Sydney
Crown Resorts CEO Ciarán Carruthers (l.) recently gave new comments on the future of Crown Sydney, affirming that the property can regain profitability if the casino component can find...
Chilean Senate Begins Work on new Gambling Framework
Last year, Chile’s government departments failed to hammer together a new federal gambling structure. This year the Senate and National Congress hope to finalize the new Federal Gambling Bill.
Crown to Cut Additional 194 Jobs
Crown Resorts has announced plans to slash 194 positions across the company, not long after cutting 95 additional jobs late last year.
Sri Lanka Squeezes Casino Licensees
Sri Lanka, a nation near India, has introduced new restrictions on new casinos. Higher fees and a minimum investment of $250 million went into effect January 1.
SkyCity Adelaide Hit with US$8.5 Million Tax Ruling
The recent decision by the South Australian Court of Appeal confirms that SkyCity Adelaide is indeed subject to a casino tax obligation amounting to AU$13 million (US$8.5 million).
How Will Revised AGCO Ad Standards Affect Gaming operators?
The rollout of the revised AGCO ad standards in Ontario will have new standards, such as reshaping advertising and marketing practices, emphasizing responsible gambling messaging and limiting the use...
Australian EPL Provider Under Investigation for Illegal Ads During Play
Australian EPL streamer Optus Sport is being investigated by the Australian Communications and Media Authority over pitch-side ads for offshore gaming sites that were featured during a match broadcast....
Tigre de Cristal Buyer Exits Deal
A controversial deal to sell the Tigre de Cristal casino in Russia is off. The would-be buyer, Dalnevostochnyj Aktiv LLC, has notified operator Oriental Regent Ltd. of its intent...
Kazakhstan Requires Operators to Report Customer Gambling Activities
New tax codes require casino operators to report customer activities to the Kazakhstan State Revenue Committee (SRC) of the Ministry of Finance. The government says confidentiality will be...
Major Aus. Sportsbooks Prepare for Potential Regulatory Action
Several major Australian sportsbooks could face regulatory action for anti-money laundering violations from the nation’s financial crimes agency Austrac.
Brazil May Ban Celebrity Sports Betting Ads
Lawmakers in Brazil’s Senate will vote this year on a bill that would ban celebrities from being used in sports betting marketing. The long-awaited sports betting market is expected...
Nigeria Mulls Banning Sports Betting
Nigerian lawmakers have adopted a resolution prohibiting sports betting. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, more than 65 million adults make sports wagers, spending an average of $15...
NSW Regulators to Limit Late-Night Gaming Additions
Regulators in New South Wales have announced that venues will only be granted licenses for late-night gaming offerings if they can show that they have adequate harm minimization resources...
Ontario, Canada Regulators Revise Gambling Ad Standards
The release of new gambling advertising standards by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario marks a significant step towards ensuring responsible gambling practices in the Canadian province.
SkyCity to Face Civil Penalties in NZ High Court for AML Failures
SkyCity has announced that it will face civil penalties brought forth by New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs over anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing violations at its...
Wynn Could Begin UAE Hotel Construction Soon
With the foundation finished, Wynn Resorts expects to soon begin building the $4 billion casino hotel tower at Al Marjan Island in the United Arab Emirates. It could open...
Brazil Sportsbook, iGaming Expected Live by July
Brazil is anticipated going live with regulated sports betting and online gaming by July. José Francisco Manssur, special advisor to the Brazilian Ministry of Finance confirmed this to an...
Global Suspicious Betting Alerts Down 35 Percent
The International Betting Integrity Association says a decline in suspicious betting alerts demonstrates the effectiveness of IBIA’s global monitoring network in collaboration with sports organizations and regulators.