Legal
May 12, 2023
Henry Ruggs Pleads Guilty to DUI, Hopes to Reduce Sentence
After over two years in court, the case is finally nearing its conclusion. Ruggs’ guilty plea should significantly reduce his sentence, placing him in prison between three and ten years. The incident is a tragic reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and draws attention to the NFL’s decision to suspend its ride service program. […]
Industry
May 3, 2023
Estonia Considers Increased Taxes for Operators
The Baltic nation’s new government is keeping true to its planned gaming reforms. Its newly proposed taxation policy update outlines small but incremental hikes across all forms of gambling. Estonia currently sports one of the lowest industry tax rates in Europe. The planned minor increase should still allow the sector to remain attractive despite tightening […]
Legal
May 2, 2023
Mexican Military Captured Cartel Boss La Cabra
Mexico’s National Defense forces have had a major breakthrough, successfully capturing a cartel boss responsible for distributing drugs and illegal gambling products. Various law-keeping bodies participated in the operation. The arrestee is none other than Hugo Armando Salinas Cortinas, also known as La Cabra. The cartel boss was finally captured in Tamaulipas, Mexico, where the […]
Legal
May 1, 2023
Peru Amends iGaming Laws, Prevents Anonymity
Peru, which recently introduced a law that regulates iGaming and online sports wagering, has announced that players will be unable to maintain their anonymity when playing online. The measure seeks to prevent financial fraud and possible tax evasion. Gamblers Will be Unable to Remain Anonymous Peru legalized online gambling in August when Law 31,557 was […]
Legal
April 28, 2023
UK Court Dismisses Millionaire’s Claim that a Sportsbook Ignored His Addiction
The Central London County Court has dismissed the case of a millionaire who claimed that a sportsbook exacerbated his problem gambling and caused him to lose a lot of money. The millionaire’s request to have his money back was turned down. The man in question is Scott O’Brien, a rich British entrepreneur. In his case, […]
Legal
April 27, 2023
Betfair Fined for Accepting Illegal Bets in Sweden
Betfair has gotten itself in trouble in Sweden where it has offered markets on events featuring young players. Because of that, the operator received a warning and was forced to pay a fee. The Spelinspektionen, Sweden’s gambling regulator, announced its decision today. It explained that Betfair, a sports betting operator, offered markets for the U21 […]
Legal
April 26, 2023
The Howard League’s CCGRH Published Its Final Report
The Commission on Crime and Gambling Related Harms (CCGRH), a part of the Howard League for Penal Reform, has published its final report on the links between crime and gambling. Following the publication, the commission asked the government, health bodies and criminal justice agencies to be mindful of the discoveries and adopt a strategic approach […]
Legal
April 26, 2023
Torch Electronics’ Lobbying Led to AG Bailey Leaving the Case
Missouri attorney general Andrew Bailey has withdrawn from a lawsuit against the state. The case concerns the effort to ban unregulated slot machine companies that offer their products at gas stations. Two years ago, the state tried to crack down on the unregulated machines. However, Torch Electronics, which produces the machines, and Warrenton Oil, which […]
Legal
April 25, 2023
White Paper Is Imminent, Sources Say
The British gambling laws may finally be revolutionized as sources say that the Gambling Act review white paper is looming. The document was continuously delayed over the last few years because of the unstable political situation but the time for its release is nearing. According to igamingbusiness.com, a gambling news outlet, a House of Commons […]
Legal
April 24, 2023
Organized Crime and Money Laundering Once Again Threaten Malta’s Fraying Reputation
The small Mediterranean island nation has long profited from its status as one of the world’s leading iGaming hubs but faces constant struggles with crime and corruption. In 2021, Malta was put on FATF’s greylist for systemic regulatory and enforcement failings, but a series of reforms managed to sway the financial watchdog. However, recent news […]
