Industry
April 30, 2026
Missouri House Bill Seeks to Increase Casino Taxes and Entry Fees
Sponsored by Rep. Jeff Knight, R-Lebanon, Missouri’s House Bill 3533 seeks to shift away from income tax by raising taxes on casinos to make up for the difference in revenue. Bill Seeks to Increase Revenue from Gambling The bill comes amid wider debates in Missouri about cutting back or potentially eliminating the state income tax, […]
Prediction Markets
April 28, 2026
Minnesota Senate to Consider Prediction Markets Ban
Minnesota has become the latest state to attempt to ban prediction markets on a state level, to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s dismay. This comes after Kalshi said that a local lawmaker had used event contract apps to make predictions about his own political race. Prediction Markets Remain a Point of Contention Prediction markets are […]
Industry
April 23, 2026
Online Casino Bill Clears Final Hurdle in New Zealand
New Zealand’s gambling industry is entering a new chapter after lawmakers approved the country’s first dedicated framework for online casino gaming. The Online Casino Gambling Bill has passed its final reading in Parliament, establishing a regulated market that will reshape a sector long-dominated by unregulated offshore operators that offer insufficient consumer safeguards. Regulated Operators Must […]
Industry
April 23, 2026
UK Lawmakers Push for Sweeping Gambling Ad Restrictions
The UK government is facing increasing pressure to re-examine its gambling advertising regulations, as lawmakers and campaigners are pushing for new measures that could dramatically reduce the industry’s visibility. A new report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Gambling Reform, in collaboration with Peers for Gambling Reform (PGR), argues that current safeguards are no […]
Industry
April 21, 2026
Texas Gambling Expansion Faces Ongoing Roadblocks
Efforts to bring regulated gambling to Texas face continued challenges as political support remains tepid. Despite years of lobbying, shifting voter attitudes, and rising pressure from major casino operators, legalization remains a distant prospect. While gambling expansion would bring the state increased revenues, many fear the social costs associated with the sector. Previous Proposals Failed […]
Industry
April 20, 2026
Brazil’s President Pushes for New Restrictions on Online Gambling
Brazil is currently considering changes to its online betting regulations as the government prepares new restrictions that could shake up one of the world’s fastest-growing gambling markets. Officials close to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva say a presidential decree is in the works, which will restrict access to betting platforms and limit promotional activities. […]
Industry
April 17, 2026
Brazil Considers Snuffing Out Online Betting a Year After Legalization
At the beginning of 2025, Brazil officially launched its online betting and iGaming framework, marking a new era for gambling in the country. However, a little over a year later, the governing party considers putting a stop to it. Brazil Could Put an End to Its Online Gaming Framework Coming shortly after President Luiz Inácio […]
Industry
April 15, 2026
Kentucky Betting Bill Advances Despite Governor’s Veto
Lawmakers in Kentucky moved swiftly this week to advance a comprehensive gambling and racing bill, defying a veto from Governor Andy Beshear. House Bill 904 promises to transform the state’s wagering landscape. While much of the attention has focused on sports betting reforms, the bill’s implications for horse racing could prove just as consequential. HB […]
Industry
April 14, 2026
Poll Shows Rising Support for North New Jersey Casino Expansion
Plans to expand casino gambling beyond Atlantic City are back on the table, and recent data suggest that the public may support a move. New polling by Global Strategy Group and commissioned by Meadowlands operator Jeff Gural shows that a clear majority of likely voters would now back a casino at the Meadowlands Racetrack. A […]
Industry
April 14, 2026
Kentucky Governor Snuffs Out Betting Bill Proposing Regulatory Changes
Kentucky’s governor has vetoed a bill proposing a list of sports betting regulatory changes, citing concerns about wording that would provide unconstitutional powers to the Kentucky Lottery Corporation and Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Commission. HB 904 Fails to Cross the Finish Line House Bill 904 was a sports betting measure that made quick strides […]
