Industry
March 5, 2024
Vietnam Decree Says Betting Investors Would Need to Comply with Bidding Law
As Vietnam seeks to expand its wagering industry, the government said that operators wishing to offer legal betting on soccer events would need to take part in a bidding process. According to Hanoi Times, the process would determine whether these companies would secure a license. The Vietnamese news outlet said that the new measure is […]
Legal
February 29, 2024
Bills Proposing Tougher Penalties for Illegal Gambling Passed in Florida
Two bills filed recently in Florida called for the increase of penalties for illegal gambling. While one of the proposals was filed with the House, HB 189, the other one, Senate Bill 1046 (SB 1046), was filed with the Senate. The two proposals seek to clamp illegal gambling machines which continue spreading across the state. […]
Industry
February 26, 2024
Betting and Casino Gambling Gain Traction in Georgia
For years, lawmakers in Georgia have attempted to legalize casino gambling as well as sports betting. While none of the previously tabled proposals have made it as far as to expand gambling in the state, many residents are already engaging in betting and casino gambling in nearby states. For example, three states bordering Georgia currently […]
Legal
February 23, 2024
Bills in Florida Propose Increased Penalties for Illegal Gambling
Two bills that seek to increase the penalties for illegal gambling are making their way through the legislative process in Florida. One of the proposals is picking up speed in the state’s House, while the other one is gaining traction in the Senate. Clamping down illegal gambling and fighting the spread of illegal gambling machines […]
Industry
February 21, 2024
More Votes Needed for Alabama’s Gambling Legislation
Voters in Alabama have not been allowed to decide if they would like to have a lottery in the state since 1999. Sen. Greg Albritton, R-Atmore, is trying to change things by handling the legislation that would enable them to have their say when it comes to the authorization of a lottery, as well as […]
Industry
February 16, 2024
NC Gives Up on Casino Expansion, Gambling Machine Legalization Still Possible
North Carolina may not authorize more casinos but legal video gambling machines could be on the table. According to the latest reveals from General Assembly members, lawmakers may introduce an attempt to sanction the vertical this spring. For reference, North Carolina tried to expand its land-based casino industry with four new properties. However, the proposal […]
Industry
February 16, 2024
West Virginia Proposes Problem Gambling Data Sharing Bill
Lawmakers in West Virginia have introduced a new responsible gambling bill. Authored by Rep. Roger Hanshaw and Shawn Fluharty, the measure seeks to provide responsible gambling research academics with more data to work with. Dubbed House Bill 5668, the measure was introduced on Tuesday and would establish a Responsible Gaming and Research Act (RGRA). The […]
Sports
February 16, 2024
Daily Fantasy Sports Bill Gains Traction in Florida
Daily fantasy sports (DFS) is an engaging activity that is available in many US states. Offering entertainment similar to sports betting, the activity has been gaining popularity over the last few years, attracting a wide range of audiences. One state that is currently trying to establish effective regulation for daily fantasy sports games is Florida. […]
Legal
February 14, 2024
Two Proposals Support Betting Legalization in Minnesota
Just above a dozen US states currently do not offer legal sports betting or are in the process of establishing the relevant legislation. Since 2018, when the US Supreme Court struck down PASPA, nearly 40 states have legalized and launched some form of sports betting. While in some jurisdictions, wagering is available only via retail […]
Industry
February 12, 2024
Sports Betting Legalization Efforts in Oklahoma Continue
Oklahoma, a state with nearly 4 million residents, is among a handful of states that are currently trying to legalize sports betting. While the Super Bowl wrapped up this weekend, bettors and sports fans in the state will have to wait until next year’s big game to place their first legal wagers. Still, efforts by […]
