The appointment of a lottery operator and the publication of lottery rules is a step toward casinos The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a significant step towards the introduction of casinos with the recent passage of new lottery rules. The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has published its casino and gaming licensing rules,
Maryland gamblers will likely have to wait until 2027 before visiting an online casino Maryland, a state with a high potential for online gaming legalization, is unlikely to see its first internet casino (iCasino) until 2027 or later. This was confirmed by Maryland Senator Ron Watson at a recent gaming industry conference, where he reiterated
The state is rapidly cutting back on how gambling and betting operators can advertise New York lawmakers are proposing stricter regulations for sportsbook advertising, aiming to extend existing restrictions currently applicable to retail casinos to the online sports betting industry. Assemblyman Clyde Vanel’s Bill A10658, if passed, would further tighten New York’s grip on sportsbook
The Senate won’t vote on the bill until after they return from recess In a not-too-surprising development within Brazil’s legislative landscape, the Federal Senate adjourned its session on July 18 without addressing the much-anticipated bill 2.234/22, which seeks to authorize the establishment of retail casinos. This postponement pushes the debate over the legalization of casinos,
Philippine President Marcos has ordered all POGOs out of the country by the end of the year In a move to address growing concerns over crime, corruption, and social issues, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued a ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO). This drastic measure aims to dismantle an industry that has
The first model would be just a draft, with a final version coming later this year The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) has announced a delay in releasing its model iGaming legislation, originally slated for its summer conference in Pittsburgh. The decision comes after a lengthy discussion involving legislators, regulators, academics, and
The bill changes the laws on beachfront property, possibly changing where casinos can be built Brazilian Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, the eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, has reintroduced a highly contested bill that could significantly alter Brazil’s coastal landscape. The legislation aims to transfer authority over coastal land from the federal government to state,
The group is working on creating an online gaming framework that all states could use The National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) will convene its 2024 Summer Meeting in Pittsburgh, with a primary focus on developing a model online casino legislative framework. Despite initial plans to unveil a draft at this meeting, the
The initiative is reportedly an attempt to increase responsible gambling oversight Argentina is considering a significant regulatory change in its gambling industry, with lawmakers proposing a ban on ATMs within casino premises. This move is part of a broader effort to address concerns about problem gambling and its associated social and economic costs. The proposed
Several lawmakers are joining forces to lobby for online casino expansion in the state Ohio could be on the cusp of expanding its gambling options. Three Republican members of the state’s House of Representatives recently submitted a joint letter advocating for the legalization of online casinos and iLottery. Representatives Jay Edwards, Jeff LaRe, and Cindy
Legislators are already taking sides on whether the state needs to add new casinos in 2025 Iowa’s 2025 legislative session promises a heated debate on gambling expansion. Lawmakers are divided on allowing new casinos, with concerns about existing casino revenue and potential benefits sparking disagreement. Representative Bobby Kaufmann (R-Wilton) is leading the charge against new
The country’s online gaming market has been working through some changes for years The Italian online gambling industry is undergoing a significant transformation. The Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM), Italy’s gambling regulatory body, has proposed a new framework for online gambling licensing. This framework, submitted to the Treasury and forming a key component
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