Industry
February 10, 2025
Riga, Latvia Considers Sweeping Gambling Restrictions
The Riga Municipality is considering a bold plan to drastically reduce the number of gambling venues across the city, seeking to ban betting establishments from almost all urban areas. Riga Mayor Vilnis Ķirsis’ proposal will free most parts of the capital from gambling establishments, drawing public praise but raising significant concern among stakeholders. The Move […]
Industry
February 10, 2025
Hawaii Considers Gambling Legalization to Strengthen Economy
Late last month, we reported that Hawaii will likely make another push for legalizing gambling this year. There are several proposals calling for the legalization of gambling in the state, namely, SB1569 and its twin bill HB1308. Separately, a proposal calling for the legalization of poker, casino games and lottery, SB1507, is also proposing to […]
Industry
February 6, 2025
Bill Fails to Snuff Out Indoor Smoking in Mississippi
Indoor smoking in Mississippi will remain as lawmakers ignored an indoor smoking ban bill. The Magnolia State, for context, has a fairly different approach to tobacco consumption in enclosed areas than other US jurisdictions. Mississippi Is a Very Smoke-Friendly State In January, Representative Bryant Clark filed House Bill 361, seeking to ban indoor smoking across […]
Industry
February 5, 2025
Georgia Senators Seek to Legalize Casinos and Sportsbooks
As legislative sessions rage on, many states are seeking to expand their gaming markets. While most markets are looking to expand existing verticals, the state of Georgia hopes to legalize casinos and sportsbooks. Spearheaded by four local senators, the measure could introduce important constitutional amendments, paving the way to legal gambling. SR 131 Could Usher […]
Industry
February 4, 2025
Ohio Considers Doubling Its Sports Betting Tax Again
Ohio lawmakers are once again seeking a tax hike. The state, doubled its sports betting tax in 2023, is looking to do so again, citing the industry’s growth as the reason. DeWine Seeks to Recover Some of the Money Sportsbooks Take In the 2026-2027 budget, Governor Mike DeWine proposed raising the sports betting tax from […]
Industry
January 30, 2025
UK Government Continues to Debate White Paper Reforms
The UK Parliament continues to discuss white paper recommendations, arguing about online slot limits and the statutory levy. This first change seeks to minimize excessive play and protect players from over-spending, while the second one would raise funds for gambling research, education and treatment (RET) initiatives. A Stake Limit Would Change How People Interact with […]
Industry
January 30, 2025
Montana Bill to Allow Living History Organizations to Offer Antique Gambling
A new bill in Montana seeks to legalize charity antique gambling, permitting living history nonprofits to host charity gaming events. Inspired by the romanticized Wild West, the initiative would allow gamblers to relive the past. Wild West Casino Nights Would Allow Gamblers to Relive the Past As charity gaming initiatives usually require a specific theme, […]
Industry
January 29, 2025
Alabama Gambling Faces Uncertain Future in 2025
The Alabama legislature will again contend with ongoing efforts to legalize gambling, including sports betting and a state lottery during the 2025 session. Despite support from several influential Senators, the political landscape suggests that any comprehensive gambling legislation will face significant hurdles. However, robust lobbying support means legalization attempts will continue. The Senate Has More […]
Industry
January 29, 2025
Missouri to Replace No-Chance Machines with VLTs
For years, video gambling machines across Missouri have attracted customers at gas stations, convenience stores and other businesses. Gaining notoriety as no-chance machines, those devices do not use a random number generator, like slots do, but rather incorporate a number of different outcomes that often rotate. While the no-chance machines have operated for years in […]
Industry
January 29, 2025
Northern Ireland Modernizes Gaming Rules, Critics Say Better Protections Are Needed
Northern Ireland has moved to modernize its gambling laws, aligning them with those of mainland UK. Critics, however, have voiced concerns over the lack of similar safeguards. Northern Ireland Seeks to Modernize Gaming The Legislative Assembly has approved without a vote the aligning of Northern Ireland’s gambling machine regulations to those of Great Britain, effectively […]
