Puerto Rico’s Casino Del Mar Debuts VIP Room
Casino del Mar (l.) in Puerto Rico has opened a new VIP room exclusively for big spenders. The million-dollar space known as the High Limit Pit opened August 28.
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Victorian Regulators Call for End of Sports Club Partnerships
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission recently released a directive ordering state operators to cease any partnerships or sponsorship agreements with sports clubs.
Pressure Mounts to Pass Brazil’s Sports Betting Bill
Arthur Lira, president of Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies, is pressuring that chamber to quickly pass a sports betting bill. He said the vote carries “constitutional urgency” as he works...
Tabcorp Fined AUD$1 Million Over System Outage Violations
Tabcorp was recently fined AUD$1 million by Victorian regulators over compliance violations stemming from a system outage back in 2020.
NZ Officials Seek SkyCity License Suspension
New Zealand officials have requested that SkyCity Entertainment’s casino license be suspended for 10 days for previous harm minimization violations.
Curaçao’s Gaming Control Board Opens Revamped License Application
Curaçao has had a reputation as a haven for shady gaming operators but a new application process and reforms may change that.
Australian Study on Skill Games Sheds Light on Potential Harms
A new study on skill-based games in Australia has warned that they could potentially worsen problem gambling behaviors, which has already been a huge point of contention around the...
After Two Years, Canadian Single-Game Betting Sparks Concerns
It has been two years since Canada legalized single-game sports betting and a lack of research into long-term effects has some worried.
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...
Uruguay Seeks Bids for La Paloma Casino Resort
The government of Uruguay has issued a call for bids to buy government-owned land in La Paloma. The land comes with the ability to build a luxury hotel-casino, along...
India Bans Online Gambling Ads During Asia Cup
India has ordered all media in the country to stop showing ads or promotions for online gambling as the country begins its Asia Cup cricket tournament against Asian rivals....
Chile Gambling Bill Defines Criminal Activities
Chile’s Congress is adding articles to the bill that is creating a legal framework for an online gambling and sports betting market. The newest articles lay out what is...
Soccer League Could Appeal Ecuador Sports Betting Ad Ban
The Professional Soccer League of Ecuador—LigaPro—says it will challenge the ban on sports betting ads the government has announced. The ban would have “a direct impact on the financial...
AGCO Bans Athletes, Celebrities from iGaming Advertising
Athletes and celebrities will not be allowed in iGaming advertising starting February 28, 2024 after a ban announced by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
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...
Developer Takes Star Ent. and its Queen’s Wharf Partners to Court
Destination Brisbane Consortium (l.), the upcoming multibillion-dollar development owned by Star Entertainment and two other partners, has been served with a court summons over claims made by one the...
Brazil’s Lawmakers Want to Discuss Soccer Integrity
Brazil’s lawmakers and soccer stakeholders have declared war on match-fixers and others polluting the integrity of the game. The purpose of “Sports Integrity Week” in September is to open...
India to Tax Gaming, Horse Racing at 28 Percent
India’s two houses of parliament almost unanimously and with due haste voted recently to pass the revised Goods and Services Tax. This will tax all forms of gambling, casinos,...
NSW: Gaming Reform Panel Holds First Meeting in Sydney
A recently formed committee dubbed the Independent Panel on Gaming Reform held its first meeting in Sydney to discuss the formation of a cashless gaming trial as well as...
Report: Mexican Sports Bettors Wagered Over $585 Million in 2022
A local Mexican newspaper reported that people in that country wagered more than $585 million online on sports in 2022.
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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.
October 9-12, 2023: Global Gaming Expo, G2E is the catalyst for gaming – fostering innovation and driving growth by convening the global industry in one place to get business done. Don’t miss this all-in-one experience (Education: October 9-12 | Expo Hall: October 10-12). Venetian Expo, Las Vegas, NV. To register, visit: https://g2e2023.com/GGB
October 31-November 2, 2023: SBC Summit Latinoamerica, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, FL. The conference and trade show for senior executives in the Latin American betting and gaming industry. For more information visit https://sbcevents.com/en/sbc-summit-latinoamerica.
November 13-17, 2023: SIGMA Europe (Malta Week), Malta, MFCC (North Gate). Returning to its roots, SiGMA Europe attracts an international and diverse lineup of industry leaders to its annual Malta Week event, bringing a convergence of expo, conference, and networking. For more information visit sigma.world/europe.
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.
For more information visit www.balkangamingexpo.com.
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/.
November 22-23, 2023: iGB L!VE North America, Javits Center, New York, NY. Connecting operators, suppliers and affiliates across all iGaming sectors. For more information visit www.igblivenorthamerica.com//.
