Time Runs Short for Maryland iGaming Bill
Maryland senators declined to vote on an iGaming bill last Tuesday. If they don’t do so by April 8, the legislation is kaput for the year. The proposal passed...
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Philippine Senate Bill Would Ban iGaming Promos
Philippine Senator Robin Padilla has filed a bill to ban online content that promotes iGaming. The legislation would prohibit gambling ads and any materials that show viewers how to...
Excitement Grows for Alberta iGaming Growth
The Alberta provincial government has earmarked money in its latest budget for an analysis of its regulatory structure, leading many to wonder whether or not the province could be...
Addabbo: Budget Won’t Include iGaming
New York state Senator Joseph Abbaddo (l.) says the fact that the Senate’s budget does not include reference to online casino revenue means iGaming likely won’t pass this year.
Maryland Operators Split on iGaming
At recent hearings before lawmakers, four of six Maryland casino operators came out in support of legal iGaming, but two were unconvinced. Several bills on the docket would place...
Mexico’s Online Gaming Expected to Bloom
Mexico’s online gaming industry is projected to increase by 70 percent in the next three years. This is due to a crackdown by the government on land-based casinos, especially...
Maryland Majority Oppose Online Gambling
A survey conducted by Public Policy Polling on behalf of the Maryland Retailers Alliance indicated 64 percent of respondents oppose online casinos and iLottery. Still, the state House and...
Rhode Island Launches Online Casino
Bally’s Corporation, the sole operator in Rhode Island, has launched the state’s first online casino, making the state the seventh in the U.S. to offer online casino gaming.
China Busts $100 Billion iGaming Ring
China’s Ministry of Public Security has uncovered a “mega cross-border online gambling case” valued at $100 billion. Law enforcers arrested 93 people on the mainland in association with the...
Study: iGaming Does Not Cannibalize Casino Revenues
A new study by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming has found that the addition of online gaming does not cannibalize brick-and-mortar casino revenues, and in fact boosts them.
Maryland Seeks to Prevent Online Gambling On Campuses
One lawmaker introduced a bill to permit online gambling in Maryland. Another prevents college students from participating in online gambling on campus grounds.
Illinois iGaming Legislation Could be Shut Down in 2024
Despite initial excitement, Illinois online casino legislation is facing significant hurdles, one of them being concerns by video gaming terminal operators.
PAGCOR Calls on Public to Reject Illegal iGaming
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. says it has successfully blocked up to 80 percent of illegal iGaming sites in the country, but needs the cooperation of the public...
North Koreans Peddle Illegal iGaming Sites
North Korea’s National Intelligence Service has discovered a domestic group building illegal online gaming websites and selling them to South Korean gangs.
Online Casino Legalization Efforts for 2024 Wyoming Session dead
The rejection of iGaming legislation for the 2024 session by Wyoming legislators is a setback for those advocating for the legalization of online casinos in the state.
Columbia Mulls Hiking Taxes on Online Gaming
The Republic of Columbia’s upper house has begun revamping the country’s tax structure as it applies to online gaming. This is being considered as part of an overhaul of...
Wyoming Lawmakers Debating Online Casino Legislation
The introduction of an online casino bill in Wyoming represents a significant step forward in the ongoing debate surrounding online gambling.
Second Online Casino Bill filed in Maryland
A second bill to legalize online casinos in Maryland was introduced last week in the House of Delegates, which would award up to 12 online casino licenses not tethered...
Alberta Seeks to Join Ontario by Legalizing Online Gambling
Alberta's momentum in legalizing online gambling marks a significant milestone in the province's economic recovery efforts and aims to meet the growing demand for online gambling among its residents.
PAGCOR Sees Brisk Growth in iGaming
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp., which posted 90 percent growth in iGaming revenues for 2023, expects the sector to generate $1.1 billion for 2024.
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November 27-28: Eastern European Gaming Summit, Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. Produced by the Association of Gaming Industry in Bulgaria. For more information visit eegamingsummit.com.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
November 27-28: GAT Caribe Cancun, Cancun International Convention Center, Cancun, Mexico. Produced by 3A Producciones. For more information visit 3aproducciones.com/.
December 2-4: Thai Entertainment Complex Summit, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, Bangkok, Thailand. Produced by Winna Media. For more information visit winnamedia.com/.
December 4: Global Regulatory Awards, Grand Connaught Rooms, London, UK. Produced by Vixio. For more information visit gamblingcomplianceawards.com/.
December 9-11: Global Symposium on Racing, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson, Arizona. Produced by University of Arizona. For more information visit rtip.arizona.edu/.
December 12-15: National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) Winter Meeting, Caesars New Orleans. For more information visit www.NCLGS.org.
January 20-22: ICE Barcelona, Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Produced by Clarion Gaming. For more information visit www.icegaming.com.
January 27-29: AML Fundamentals + AML for Casinos, Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island. Gain insights into latest AML practices, regulations, and challenges for casinos. Produced by Skilld. For more information visit skiild.com/aml-event-2025 or contact events@skiild.com/888.333.3039.
