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Industry
November 10, 2023
Ohio Updates Rules on Betting Promotions and Bonuses
The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) has introduced new restrictions on gambling advertisements, promotional offers and bonuses. Under the new rules, gambling companies would be unable to offer bonus bets and promotional credit as a bonus when certain consumers make non-gaming transactions. The rule states that operators must “not offer a promotion or bonus in […]
Industry
November 10, 2023
Global Gambling Legislation Needs Adjustments, Study Suggests
Protection of customers from excessive gambling either via retail or online gambling operators is currently in the hands of lawmakers in each country. Across Europe, Asia, North and South America, gambling regulations can vary greatly, with some markets ensuring robust player protection and others offering more lax rules. Over the last few years, online gambling […]
Industry
November 8, 2023
UKGC Names Nick Rust as Industry Forum Chair
The United Kingdom’s Gambling Commission (UKGC) has announced the appointment of Nick Rust as the chairman of its Industry Forum. According to the regulator, Rust will step into the office in November and will serve an initial two-year term. The UKGC noted that its Industry Forum will be made up of members from the United […]
Industry
November 8, 2023
Seminole Tribe Relaunches Hard Rock Bets as Legal Challenges Continue
After two years of waiting, Florida sports fans are once again able to wager on sports. Earlier this week, the Seminole Tribe did a fanfare-free relaunch of its Hard Rock Bets platform, ahead of the launch of in-person betting. Unfortunately, only existing registrants and members of Hard Rock’s loyalty program, Unity, can place wagers for […]
Industry
November 7, 2023
MGA Denies Having Connections with Kaiyin.io
The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has denied having any connections with kaiyin.io. In an official statement issued on November 7, 2023, the Maltese regulator declared that any claims that ties exist between it and the site in question are untruthful. The nature of the statement implies that kaiyun.io has claimed that the MGA is related […]
Legal
November 6, 2023
Georgia’s PM Announces 15% Gambling Business Tax Rise
During a government meeting held last week, Georgia’s Prime Minister, Irakli Gharibashvili, announced his cabinet had submitted a fresh initiative to the parliamentary majority with regard to a series of changes in the way gambling businesses are being taxed. The Tax Changes, Expected to Bring Extra Money to the Budget PM Gharibashvili has announced that […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
Spelinspektionen: Credit Card Ban Isn’t Needed at the Moment
Sweden’s gambling regulator, the Spelinspektionen, has published a consultation response relating to SOU 2023:38, saying that gambling companies should not encourage their players to loan money. However, the regulator is not convinced that further measures are needed at this moment. SOU 2023:38 is a series of proposed measures that concern the extension of the credit […]
Casino
November 3, 2023
Dubai Delays Casino Resort Approvals in Potential Setback for MGM
Dubai, the most ostentatious of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has postponed the approval of casino resorts, potentially dealing a temporary blow to MGM Resorts International’s regional ambitions. In collaboration with Wasl Hospitality and Leisure, MGM opened a branded hotel in Dubai in 2021 and has been closely monitoring the possibility […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
Petition Wants the UK to Abandon Its Affordability Checks Plans
A new petition in the UK seeks to oppose the government’s planned implementation of financial checks. The controversial measure, outlined in the white paper, would see the government conduct affordability assessments on people who lose certain sums of money to gambling. The proposed measure would force operators to conduct checks on anyone who loses more […]
Industry
November 3, 2023
UKGC Boss Highlights Importance of Cooperation Between Regulators
Amid the expansion of online gambling and the continuous evolution of the sector, robust and effective regulations that ensure a safe, secure and fair service for the consumers remain a strategic priority. In general, regulations when it comes to retail or iGaming activities vary from one country to another. While some countries across Europe have […]
