WEEKLY FEATURE: Sibella Gets Probation, Fine for Role in Nix Gambling Case

Former MGM Resorts and Genting executive Scott Sibella (l.) was sentenced to 12 months probation and a fine of $9,500 last week, becoming the first figure to be sentenced...

Published May 13, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: BGC Launches Voluntary Code on Casino Financial Checks

Anticipating new U.K. government requirements on financial checks, the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) is adopting a voluntary code. It will be an interim measure until government mandated checks...

Published May 6, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: County Approves Tropicana Demolition, Implosion Coming This Year

Las Vegas is a city of constant evolution and transformation, and the next example will be the demolition of the longstanding Tropicana (l.) to make way for a new...

Published April 29, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: MGM Resorts Sues FTC to Block Cyberattack Info Request

MGM Resorts is suing the Federal Trade Commission to quash an FTC request for information on the cyberattack last fall that crippled MGM’s operations.

Published April 22, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Brazil to Implement iGaming Regs in Four Stages

New fixed-odds betting regulations will be introduced in four stages by Brazil’s Ministry of Finance. The regulations, codifying Bill 3,626, will be in force by the end of the...

Published April 15, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Ban on Collegiate Prop Bets Could Cost Operators $200 Million

NCAA President Charlie Baker has made it clear that the association wants to see college prop bets outlawed entirely. Numerous players have voiced their frustration about harassment from bettors....

Published April 8, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Thailand IRs Could Boost Tourism by Half

A new study suggests that Thailand could boost tourism revenue by more than 50 percent if lawmakers approve integrated resorts with gaming. Major operators including MGM and Galaxy are...

Published April 1, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Maryland iGaming Far From a Sure Thing

With the passage of an online gaming bill in the Maryland House, voters could have a chance to vote on the matter this fall. But the Senate is in...

Published March 25, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Alabama Continues Gaming Push as Senate Approves Modified Bill

The Alabama Senate approved a bill allowing a state lottery and historical horse racing machines at seven locations. The measure now returns to the House, which could approve the...

Published March 18, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Virginia Passes Bill to Legalize Skill Games

A bill to legalize, regulate and tax so-called skill games has passed both houses of the Virginia Legislature and awaits action by Governor Glenn Youngkin.

Published March 11, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: U.K.’s Cap on Online Slot Spins Could Cost Casinos Millions

The government of the U.K., as part of updating the Gambling Act of 2005, is proposing setting an upward wagering limit of £2 for online slots for young people....

Published March 4, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Quebec Government Rejects Regulated Online Gambling Market

The Quebec government's decision to reject a regulated online gambling market has sparked opposition from several groups, including the Quebec Online Gaming Coalition.

Published February 26, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Second Thai Committee Needs More Time to Study Legal Gaming

A Thai committee considering legal casinos in the country needs four more months to study the matter before filing a report. A prior committee proposed five integrated resorts to...

Published February 19, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Virginia Bill Would Legalize ‘Gray’ Machines

A proposed bill would expand the number of so-called “gray” skill games in Virginia from 9,000 pre-pandemic to 91,000, and regulate and tax the games. Opponents have launched a...

Published February 12, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: NJ Lawmakers Move Casino Smoking Ban

A bill to close the casino exemption to New Jersey’s 2006 indoor smoking ban has cleared committee and is ready for a floor vote that would ban smoking inside...

Published February 5, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: California Dreaming Ends as Initiative Folds

You have to give Kasey Thompson credit. He had a vision, one where he helped California’s tribal nations get their sports betting licenses. Alas, the tribal nations said...

Published January 29, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Federal GRIT Act would Fund Study, Treatment for Problem Gambling

Joint U.S. House/Senate legislation would create funding for research, prevention and treatment of gambling addiction and problem gambling.

Published January 22, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Kenosha City Council Approves Menominee Casino Agreement

Thwarted in its quest for a casino nine years ago by former Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, the Kenosha City Council recently approved an agreement with the Menominee Tribe to...

Published January 15, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Brazil’s Sports Betting, iGaming Bill Makes it to the Finish Line

After numerous delays and stops and starts, Brazil has finally passed its sports betting and iGaming bill. The legislation was signed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (l.)...

Published January 8, 2024

WEEKLY FEATURE: Macau Bans Junket-Issued Credit

The Macau government has ordered the city’s junkets to stop offering credit to gamblers. Earlier this month, casino concessionaires reportedly began closing their junket operations.

Published December 25, 2023