November gaming revenues in Nevada continued to decline year over year, the monthly report released by the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) revealed Tuesday, posting $771.16 million generated during the month by casinos statewide. Las Vegas Strip casinos accounted for $349.8 million in revenues, a 32.46% decrease year-over-year. Decline in Revenues Continued The November total […]
An academic report published in Lancet Public Health concludes that the perspective of gambling addiction should change and it should be treated as a health issue along with substance addiction. Academic Report Urges Gambling Addiction to be Treated as a Health Issue Dr. Lindsay Blank, from Sheffield University’s school of health and related research who […]
Malaysian casino resort Resorts World Genting stated it will not be concerned by the country’s EMCO, a lockdown order against the spread of Covid-19. RWG Not Concerned by Strict Lockdown Malaysian gambling operator Genting Malaysia Berhad’s Resorts World Genting (RWG), the casino resort at Genting Highlands near the nation’s capital Kuala Lumpur, will not be […]
The Philippines has extended the lockdown measures on Metropolitan Manila until 31 January next year. Extended Measures On Monday, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte announced that Metropolitan Manila will remain under general community quarantine (GCQ) until the end of January 2021. Mr. Duterte’s statement was released by the country’s official media agency – the Philippine News […]
SBC has announced the launch of SBC Digital, a series of online events that will include conferences and product showcases related to key gaming markets, featuring executives’ talks on the industry’s challenges and opportunities all throughout 2021. SBC Digital Series of Conferences to Continue 2020’s New Trends SBC is hosting the SBC Digital Series that […]
The DGOJ and UNE signed an accord to create a new technical agency to harmonize Spain’s federal gambling regulations and standards. New Entity to Meet EU Requirements The Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ), Spain’s gambling regulator, has signed a new collaborative arrangement to create a new technical agency tasked with harmonizing the country’s […]
Illegal gambling activity in Hong Kong is on the rise during the Covid-19 pandemic. Well-Off Gamblers Spent Up to US$1.3 million Per Night in the Illegal Penthouse Police in Hong Kong have arrested 16 people during a raid of a suspected illegal luxury casino this week. The establishment was functioning in a luxurious apartment block […]
Colombia continues with the coordinated effort to tackle fraud in sports and protect integrity following on the last month’s one from the National Committee for the Prevention of Manipulation of Sports Competitions which set up plans for the remainder of 2020 and through 2021. Raise Awareness in Sport The committee’s call for better measures aimed […]
The state of Baja California returns to tier-4 restrictions with the shutdown of all non-essential businesses. Baja California Increases Covid-19 Measures as Infection Rate Rises The Mexican state of Baja California has gone back to red alert as part of the ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the Covid-19 disease. As a result, the […]
The Regional Ministry of Health prohibited games of chance in bars and restaurants, but later added slot machines to the list, which provoked a furious reaction by the industry. Reach of the Initial Order and Subsequent Correction On December 22, the High Court of Justice of the Community of Valencia (TSJCV) issued a resolution suspending […]
