While the US is still behind in gambling expansion, other countries recognize the benefits Montenegro has enacted sweeping changes to its gambling laws, introducing a modernized regulatory framework aimed at tightening oversight while maintaining economic benefits for the sector. The reforms replace the country’s outdated concession system with a licensing model supported by real-time digital
Lawmakers are still debating whether to bring back legalized land-based gambling Brazil’s long-standing debate over legalizing land-based gambling is heating up again as lawmakers prepare to revisit Bill PL 2.234/22, a proposal that could unlock massive economic potential. The bill, which outlines a framework for legalizing casinos, bingo halls, slot machines, horse betting, and the
President Daniel Noboa is looking to reverse a long-standing ban on casino gambling Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa is putting gambling reform back on the table, signaling a possible return of casinos more than a decade after they were outlawed. Noboa recently confirmed that Ecuadorians will have the opportunity to vote on the matter in a
The country continues to open more doors for local gamblers Vietnam is taking another look at allowing locals to gamble in casinos through a revised legal framework currently under consideration. The Ministry of Finance has proposed reinstating and adjusting a pilot program that previously allowed economically eligible Vietnamese citizens to enter casinos, provided they met
The changes come as global gaming continues to gain in popularity The US Virgin Islands is making strides toward modernizing its gambling laws, with a renewed focus on legalizing internet gaming and sports betting. This follows more than 20 years of inactivity on the territory’s online gambling framework, despite legislation on the books since 2001.
Lawmakers will only move forward with public support, which continues to wane Thailand’s push to legalize casino resorts has stalled amid growing public resistance and political instability, despite early momentum and significant economic potential. The country’s proposed Entertainment Complex Bill, which once appeared likely to pass by the end of the year, has been pulled
The state has a perfect track record of refusing to embrace gambling and betting Georgia lawmakers are revisiting the long-standing debate over gambling legalization, with the newly formed House Study Committee on Gaming recently holding its first meeting. The committee aims to evaluate the pros and cons of expanding gambling options in the state, including
The budget still needs approval by Mayor Bowser, who has shown support for the measures The District of Columbia is one step closer to expanding its legal gambling offerings. The DC Council has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes language to legalize several new types of gambling, including blackjack, poker, additional lottery games,
Gov. Mike Wine has repeated expressed his opposition to online gambling in the state Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is standing firm against the expansion of gambling in the state, making it clear that he will not support the legalization of online casinos during his remaining time in office. Speaking at the Ohio State Fair on
The decision was announced shortly after similar rules were implemented in parts of Australia SkyCity Entertainment Group has completed the rollout of carded play across all its casinos in New Zealand, marking a significant step toward enhancing consumer protection in the country’s gambling industry. Starting this week, customers wishing to place wagers on machine or
The move forces more control over how Australians spend their gambling money Victoria, Australia, is set to launch a three-month trial for mandatory carded play in select casinos and cardrooms, a move designed to help patrons manage their gambling more effectively. Beginning in September, 43 venues across Monash, Greater Dandenong, and Ballarat will take part
The Windy City could open its doors to more gambling options in the near future Chicago city leaders are considering expanding gambling options in a bid to generate additional revenue without raising taxes on residents. Two new ordinances have been proposed that would bring video gambling machines to O’Hare and Midway airports, as well as
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