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
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Virgin Islands Moves to Update Gambling Laws
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.
Thailand Casino Project Won’t Move Forward Without Public Support
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
Georgia Lawmakers Once Again Debating Gambling Legalization
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
Ohio Governor Convinced Gambling Expansion Not Needed
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
Chicago Considering Gambling Changes as It Seeks More Revenue
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
House To Discuss Cryptocurrency Bills After GOP Lawmakers Blocked the Measures
The next two years will be crucial for the development of cryptocurrency regulations in the US The House of Representatives is preparing for another attempt to move forward with key cryptocurrency legislation after a procedural vote fell short yesterday due to resistance from within the Republican Party. Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed that a second vote
Brazil’s Land-Based Gambling Bill Is Now on Hold
The bill has reportedly only been postponed, but some believe iGaming may prevent it from returning Brazil’s long-debated proposal to legalize land-based gambling has once again been put on pause, with the Senate deciding to withdraw the vote on Bill 2,234 due to low attendance and growing political division. Senate President Davi Alcolumbre announced on
Thailand’s Casino Legalization Initiative Ends for 2025
The government is officially putting the plans on hold amid public resistance and political scandals Thailand’s initiative to legalize casinos and entertainment complexes has come to an abrupt halt for 2025. Just recently, the Thai cabinet decided to withdraw a draft law intended to establish a regulated gambling industry. The government cited the need for
Bill To Change Florida’s Gambling Landscape Advances in the House
The House Commerce Committee has approved a measure to change how gambling venues operate A new bill that could reshape Florida’s gambling landscape has made progress in the state’s House of Representatives. Last Tuesday, the House Commerce Committee approved a proposal that would allow Florida’s two major thoroughbred horse tracks, Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay
Thailand’s Casino Effort Unstable Following Suspension of Prime Minister
Controversy surrounding Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra could be the breaking point Thailand’s plans to move forward with casino development are facing serious uncertainty following the suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra by the Constitutional Court. The situation has sparked renewed efforts from opposition parties and civil society groups to derail the Entertainment Complex Bill, a
Finland’s Gambling Expansion Plans Cause Controversy
Lawmakers are divided on whether breaking up the country’s gambling monopoly makes sense Finland’s push to revamp its gambling laws is stirring up strong reactions across the political spectrum. At the heart of the debate is whether to end the country’s gambling monopoly, currently operated by state-owned Veikkaus, and open the market to private operators.











