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December 12, 2024
Florida Gambling Regulator Shuts Down Illegal Gambling Venues
Across the United States, gambling regulators and law enforcement constantly combat the illegal sector. Casinos without a license, illegal bookmakers or other establishments are often shut down by law enforcement while people involved in such unlawful activities face a range of punishments. In one such case from Florida, the state’s gambling regulator, the Florida Gaming […]
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December 12, 2024
Jewish Vegas Hotel Project Secures Approval to Move Forward
The King David Hotel (now known as the KDH Hotel) has inched closer to becoming a reality. While this planned Las Vegas property does not plan to offer gaming, it will provide Jewish visitors with a comfortable place to stay in Sin City. The Hotel Moves on to the Next Phase of Approvals While the […]
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December 12, 2024
Online Gambling Losses in the US to Exceed $1 Trillion by 2028
The expansion of legal betting and online gambling across the United States enables millions of Americans across the country to place legal bets. However, thanks to smartphones, wagering on sports or iGaming is a few taps away, which in some cases results in excessive gambling and harm. People affected by problem gambling spend more than […]
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December 12, 2024
US Senate Committee Schedules Discussion on Sports Betting
As the legal sports betting expansion looms across the United States, the activity caught the attention of federal lawmakers. Recognizable Senators part of the US Senate Committee on the Judiciary are expected to engage in a debate regarding the betting vertical early next week. Senate Committee Convenes for a Sports Betting Debate A full committee […]
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December 11, 2024
Isle of Man Revokes Supplier’s License over Stolen Data Incident
The Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission announced that it has revoked the license of Metagrow Solutions over its director’s links with cybercrime. Originally suspended on November 12, the license was then officially canceled on December 6. Metagrow’s Director Was a Part of Dealings with Stolen Data Metagrow Solutions is an online gaming software company […]
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December 11, 2024
Brazil: SPA, Anatel Team Up to Improve Illegal Gambling Websites Blocking
A new cooperation agreement between government bodies in Brazil will help in the fight against illegal gambling. Anatel Will Continue Blocking Illegal Gambling Websites That is the case of a new agreement between the country’s National Telecommunications Agency, Anatel, and the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA). The duo announced their new collaboration earlier this […]
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December 11, 2024
Glasgow Councilor Calls for Clarity on UK Gambling Levy Allocation
The UK government’s recently proposed statutory gambling levy has drawn questions from Glasgow councilor Laura Doherty, who is calling for much-needed clarity on how funds will be distributed and how they will benefit affected communities. As the city faces rising rates of gambling-related harm, Doherty has emphasized the need for a fair share of resources […]
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December 11, 2024
Betfair Ad Gets Green Light by ASA Despite Underage Audience Worries
A radio advertisement by Betfair in the UK was under scrutiny by the country’s regulator of advertising, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). ASA Probes Radio Ad by Betfair The regulatory probe follows a complaint filed against an advertisement of the popular betting and gaming brand which aired via Radio X on September 3, 2024. The […]
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December 11, 2024
The European Safer Gambling Week 2024 Sets New Records
Hosted by the European Gaming and Betting Association, European Safer Gambling Week 2024 (ESGW24) has achieved record-breaking milestones. EGBA has been monitoring the progress of the public awareness campaign over the years by setting specific KPIs and comparing them with historic results and performance. EGBA Sets New Milestones with ESGW24 Held in November, the campaign […]
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December 11, 2024
LVCVA CEO: F1 Race Didn’t Reach 2023 Attendance, Still a Win
The 2024 Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix may not have drawn the same crowds as its 2023 debut, despite seats for the big events plunging 60% as the event drew nearer to the starting date. However, the smaller attendance rate did not stop Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) president and chief executive […]