Loto-Quebec Abandons Mini-Casino Idea Near Bell Centre
Loto-Quebec had plans for a mini casino near the Bell Centre (l.), home of the Montreal Canadiens, but ditched the project after opposition from the Montreal Public Health.
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News Corp. Under Fire for Gambling Coverage as Murdoch Resigns
Responsible gaming experts across Australia are lambasting CODE Bet, a gambling-focused offshoot from media giant News Corp. The company must also deal with the departure of founder Rupert Murdoch...
Analysts Predict Some UAE Gaming Regulations in 2023
JP Morgan analysts see the Middle East, especially the United Arab Emirates, as the next big center of casino development. They predict some form of gaming regulations in the...
Crown Launches New VIP Player Program in Sydney, Melbourne
Crown Resorts has launched its revamped Premium Player Program at its casinos in Sydney and Melbourne, in efforts to remove itself from any junket affiliation.
Offshore Casinos Evade New Zealand’s ad Laws
New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs' (DIA) is trying to crack down on illegal offshore gambling sites. They avoid the country’s gambling ad bans by advertising free-to-play games nearly...
Dominican Gambling Revenues Rebound
The Dominican Republic’s gambling industry has recovered after decline during the years of the Covid pandemic. General Directorate of Internal Taxes (DGII) statistics indicate that gaming revenues increased 6.5...
Brazil’s Lower House Approves Online Sports Betting, Casinos
Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies September 13 approved of Bill No 3626/23. This makes it possible to launch Brazil’s regulated online sports betting and casinos market. The bill amends the...
Australia Moves to Ban Credit Cards, Crypto for iGaming
The Australian federal government has proposed new legislation that would ban credit cards and cryptocurrencies for iGaming. Notably, however, the bill would not apply to online lotteries.
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.
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...
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December 4-6, 2023: 49th Annual Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona’s Race Track Industry Program. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/2023-symposium/.
January 22-24, 2024: San Diego AML Conference, San Diego, CA Gain valuable insights into the latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges specific to casinos, towards creating a safer and more secure environment for the industry. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event/.
February 6-8, 2024: International Casino Exhibition (ICE), ExCeL London, U.K. Produced by Clarion Events. For more information visit icegaming.com/.
February 25-28, 2024: SiGMA Eurasia, InterContinental Dubai Festival City, Dubai, UAE. Produced by SiGMA Group For more information visit sigma.world/.
March 5-7, 2024: SBC Summit Rio, Windsor Barra Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Produced by SBC Events. For more information visit sbcevents.com.
March 12-15, 2024: Africa Gaming Expo, Eko Convention Center, Lagos, Nigeria. Produced by Africa Gaming Expo Ltd. For more information visit agelagos.com/.
March 18-20, 2024: Casino Marketing Boot Camp, New Orleans, LA. Intensive and hands-on, this three-day workshop gives casino marketers a 360-degree view of marketing and what it takes to gain market share and loyalty. A single-track, shared experience, Boot Camp’s hands-on approach combines interactive and immersive activities that will bring all your great ideas into focus and actionable plans. For more information visit https://casinomarketingbootcamp.com/new-orleans-2024.
April 8-11, 2024: Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California. Produced by the Indian Gaming Association. For more information visit indiangamingtradeshow.com.
April 17-18, 2024: East Coast Gaming Congress, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, New Jersey. Produced by Spectrum Gaming Group, Cooper Leveson and PlayDoit. For more information visit eastcoastgamingcongress.com.
May 14-16, 2024: Cage Conference + Connect User Conference, Gila River Resorts & Casinos Learn about new technologies that enhance profitability and network with industry leaders who have proven success in Cage, Revenue and Player Services. For more information visit skiild.com/cage-conference/.
