GLOBAL GAMING
The first report from Aristocrat’s cashless gaming trial in New South Wales revealed that the technology did well in gathering data and integrating RG tools, but was hampered by...
Peruvian Ministry Seeks to Amend Taxing of Online Gaming
Peru’s Ministry of Economy and Finance seeks to amend the taxing statutes of the law governing online gambling. It seeks to impose the same tax percentage on online gaming...
New Dominican Online Gaming Regulations Ban 40 Brands
The recently signed gaming regulations signed into law in the Dominican Republic prohibit a large number of casino operators, including 888Sport, William Hill, Bet365 and Betsson.
Majority of Canadians Want Sports Betting Ads Gone
The thing about the sports betting poll from the neighbors to the north is how clear cut it was. The majority of those polled want nothing to do with...
Playtech Claims Mexican Client Won’t Pay for Services
Playtech, a supplier of online gaming software is suing its largest client, Caliplay for refusing to pay for services. The Mexico-based company has outstanding fees of €122 million ($132,213,840)...
Chile Takes Casino License Bids
The period has closed to submit bids for casino operating licenses for two locations in Chile. The licenses are for the city of Castro on Chiloé Island and Coyhaique,...
Brazil Debates State vs. Federal Licenses for Sports Betting
One of the largest emerging markets for sports betting and online gaming is Brazil. Currently the country is debating the right approach to take: state vs. federal licenses.
India’s MIB Warns Against Online Betting Endorsements
India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has issued stern warnings to the country’s influencers and endorsers: Don’t promote illegal offshore gambling sites.
Star’s CEO, CFO Step Down as Company’s Struggles Continue
Star Entertainment has announced the resignation of CEO Robbie Cooke and CFO Christina Katsibouba, the latest in a growing list of departures that have plagued the company since it...
Curaçao Sets March 31 Deadline for Online Gaming Licenses
The Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) has given operators until March 31 to register their interest in getting a license to offer online gaming. The board has also issued...
Both Dubai and Abu Dhabi on MGM Radar for Casino
MGM Resorts International, which wants to open the first casino in the United Arab Emirates, is looking at two possible locations. CEO and President Bill Hornbuckle (l.) is aiming...
Chile’s Senate Debates Online Gaming Bill
The Chilean Senate Economic Commission is studying a bill to legalize online gambling and create a competitive market. But some industry critics say the 37 percent total tax is...
Rytenskild Out as Tabcorp CEO Over Alleged Sexual Comments
Tabcorp CEO Adam Rytenskild (l.) has been ousted following an internal investigation—the longtime executive allegedly made sexual comments toward a female regulator when the company was attempting to secure...
José Manssur: Trust the Brazilian Gaming Market
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).