Anti-Money Laundering Bill Gets Nepal Parliament Endorsement

Nepal’s parliament has endorsed an anti-money laundering bill in the hopes to strengthen efforts against organized crime.

Published October 23, 2023

Brazil’s Senate Receives 49 Sports Betting Bill Amendments

The Brazilian Senate has received 49 proposed amendments to Bill 3626, which would legalize sports betting in the country. The Senate has 45 days to process the bill.

Published October 23, 2023

Peru’s Mincetur Approves Sports Betting, iGaming Regulations

The ministry responsible for Peru’s tourist industry has approved regulations for sports betting and online gambling. The new law will become effective early next year.

Published October 23, 2023

IPI Hit with Two Petitions Regarding Non-Payment

Imperial Pacific International, which has long been scrambling to preserve the license of its Imperial Palace casino (l.) in Saipan, was recently served with two petitions regarding nonpayment of...

Published October 16, 2023

Colombian Regulators Seek New Advertising Standards

A bill sponsored by Coljuegos, the Gambling Authority of Colombia, seeks to regulate gambling advertising and raise industry standards.

Published October 9, 2023

Victorian Govt. Introduces Bill to Expand Gaming Oversight

The Victorian state government has introduced the Gambling Legislation Amendment Bill 2023, which would introduce a number of new harm minimization measures. It would also allow the government to...

Published October 9, 2023

Star Looks to Put Treasury Brisbane Back Up for Sale

After an initial deal fell through earlier this summer, Star Entertainment is once again exploring options to sell its Treasury Casino and Hotel Brisbane property (l.).

Published October 9, 2023

Pressure on Brazil’s Senate to Approve Sports Betting Bill

Brazil’s Senate is under the gun to pass sports betting legislation that was recently passed by the Chamber of Deputies. It has 45 days to pass Bill 3626/23.

Published October 9, 2023

UAE State Gaming Could Surpass Singapore

The UAE could generate about $6.6 billion annually if it allows casino gambling at Ras Al Khaimah. Wynn Resorts has said it expects to receive a license for that...

Published October 9, 2023

Crown Hopes for Fresh Start with New Branding Campaign

Crown Resorts has rolled out a new branding campaign to help reconstruct the beleaguered operator’s image from just a casino operator to a more well-rounded entertainment provider.

Published October 2, 2023

Mexico Prepares to Crack Down on Casinos

Mexico’s president has issued a decree that would ban slot machines. The decree, expected to come into effect soon, would also reduce how long casino licenses are good for.

Published October 2, 2023

Leagues Push for Balanced Quebec Sports Betting Market

Three major professional sports leagues are asking lawmakers in Quebec to consider a competitive market for online sports betting sites, saying it would “level the playing field.”

Published October 2, 2023

Brazil’s Sports Betting Grows 360 Percent

The sports betting market in Brazil has grown spectacularly since it was legalized in 2020. Supporters worry that high license fees and high tax rates could hobble that growth.

Published October 2, 2023

Australia Ups Age Rating for Games with Loot Boxes, Simulated Betting

From September 2024 onward, all video games featuring simulated gambling in Australia will be restricted to those aged 18 or over. Additionally, games featuring loot boxes will have an...

Published October 2, 2023

Australian Officials Accuse Operators of Using Big Tobacco Tactics

A group of international health officials have penned an op-ed that accuses gaming companies of behaving like big tobacco. They call for them to be treated the same by...

Published October 2, 2023

Worldwide Sports Betting Stats Put Australia on Top

A worldwide survey of sports betting numbers put Australia atop the list with an average of $1,300 revenue per user, four times the average of $340. But the...

Published October 2, 2023

CGA Attempts to Clarify Sports Betting Advertising Standards

There has been some confusion about the new Advertising Standards set by the Canadian Gaming Association and Paul Burns (l.), president and CEO of the CGA, is trying to...

Published October 2, 2023

Quebec Casinos, Employees Agree to End Strike

After three months, the Quebec casino strike has ended as both parties have reached an agreement, though terms were not disclosed.

Published October 2, 2023

Questions Remain as Curaçao Opens Portal for Licensing Period

The licensing process for operating iGaming in Curaçao began on September 1 and companies are trying to navigate through the process.

Published September 25, 2023

Brazil’s Sports Betting Bill Remains Controversial

With one chamber having passed Brazil’s proposed Bill 3626/23 and the other waiting to vote on it, it remains controversial. Some fear that sports betting is a gateway drug...

Published September 25, 2023