Legal
December 1, 2023
New Bill to Repeal Illegal Gambling in Alabama
Illegal gambling is a growing concern for Alabama. While lawmakers’ efforts to legalize gambling continue, valuable tax revenue is flowing to nearby states or worse, benefits the illegal gambling sector. State Rep. Andy Whitt is among the lawmakers who support changes to Alabama’s regulations, and he recently unveiled plans for a new bill that seeks […]
Industry
November 28, 2023
California Is Unlikely to Introduce Sports Betting in 2023
Californian voters continue to show little interest in sports betting. Data shows that consumers in the state continue to be reluctant to introduce the vertical to the state, although some people seem to be warming up to the idea. Such were the results of a study led by FM3 Research, a local polling company. According […]
Industry
November 28, 2023
Virginia Lawmaker’s Campaign Donations Raise Questions on Casino Bill Support
Amid campaign finance disclosures, a donation of $500 from NOVABizPAC to Delegate Wren Williams (R-Stuart), a staunch advocate of January’s casino bill, has brought attention to potential links between the political arena and casino development. These revelations have prompted significant public scrutiny as industry stakeholders employ all possible measures to secure an advantage in the […]
Industry
November 23, 2023
Kazakhstan Requires Operators to Provide Reports to the Tax Authority
Kazakhstan parliament members have approved changes to the country’s Tax Code that will require operators to provide reports on the activities of local players. Under the new rules, owners of gambling and lottery companies must submit information about the size of bets players have placed, as well as data on gambling losses and winnings. The […]
Industry
November 22, 2023
Brazil: Senate Postpones Sports Betting Discussions
Brazil’s Senate has once again pushed back its decision about the future of sports betting. The country has been preparing to launch wagering on sports for some time now but the legislators continue to be indecisive. In addition to the Senate, the Economic Affairs Commission (CAE) delayed its Tuesday meeting to Wednesday, further signifying the […]
Industry
November 17, 2023
Alabama Gaming Bill Continues to Gather Momentum
Alabama’s pursuit of legalizing gaming might see a new chapter in the forthcoming legislative session as the state considers bringing its gambling regulations up to par with those of neighboring states. Alabama residents regularly cross borders to gamble, and many also engage with grey market operators, meaning an updated regulatory framework could have significant benefits. […]
Industry
November 14, 2023
Australia: House of Representatives Approves iGaming Credit Card Ban
Australia is proceeding with its plans to prohibit the use of credit cards in online gambling. In a new development, the House of Representatives passed a bill that would introduce a prohibitory measure. The Interactive Gambling Amendment (Credit and Other Measures) Bill 2023 was first introduced in September amid concerns about the worrisome problem gambling […]
Legal
November 13, 2023
Kenyan Bill Seeks to Introduce a New Regulator and Overhaul Gambling
Kenya is on the path to significant gambling reforms. Under a new bill, the African country is set to establish a new regulatory body and overhaul its gambling rules. The measure, dubbed Gambling Control Bill 2023, would replace the Betting, Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) with a new regulator. In addition, the bill is set […]
Sports
November 13, 2023
Brazilian Soccer Clubs Speak Out Against Betting Advertising Ban
Brazil’s proposed ban on sports betting advertising doesn’t sit well with professional soccer clubs. Teams expressed their opposition to the measure by sending a letter to the Senate, hoping to convince it not to include the ban in the final version of Brazil’s sports betting bill. Under the ban, which is envisioned as a part […]
Industry
October 16, 2023
Reduced Credit Card Fees for Merchants May Hurt Gambling Tourism
A new federal legislation proposal, the Credit Card Competition Act of 2023, aims to reduce credit card fees charged to merchants. However, these interchange fees also fund rewards programs based on points, providing consumers with benefits like airline miles, hotel credits, and cash-back incentives. The potential change has raised concerns about the measure’s broader impact […]
