Industry
November 5, 2025
Opposition Criticizes Labor MPs’ Support for Tax Raise on Gambling Companies
In a petition backed by over 100 Labor MPs, Rachel Reeves, the United Kingdom’s Chancellor of the Exchequer (effectively the government’s chief financial minister) has been asked to raise taxes on gambling companies. The idea is to use the extra revenue to lift benefit restrictions on families with more than two children. However, the proposition […]
Industry
November 5, 2025
UKGC Penalizes NetBet over AML & Social Responsibility Breaches
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) announced that it has issued a GBP 650,000 penalty to NetBet Enterprises Limited due to anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility failures. The money from the settlement will be redirected to socially responsible causes. NetBet Failed to Meet the UK’s Regulatory Standards In its announcement, the UKGC said that NetBet […]
Industry
November 4, 2025
Slovakia’s President Vetoes New Gambling Law
Peter Pellegrini, Slovakia’s President, has vetoed a new gambling legislation that the Central European country recently passed, citing concerns about consumer protection and the perceived social impact of the new law. President Pellegrini Vetoes Gaming Legislation After a week of deliberations during its 40th parliamentary session, Slovak MPs have passed a new gaming law designed […]
Industry
November 4, 2025
Spelinspektionen to Supervise Svenska Spel’s Land-Based Venues
Sweden’s gambling regulator, Spelinspektionen (the Swedish Gambling Authority, or SGA), has announced that new supervisory measures will be conducted at Svenska Spel’s (the country’s state-owned gambling operator) gaming venues. Sweden’s Gambling Regulator to Review Svenska Spel’s Land-Based Venues According to SGA, Svenska Spel will soon be undergoing a supervisory review at all of its current […]
Industry
November 3, 2025
Tasmania to Consider Gambling Ad Ban in State-Owned Properties
Independent upper house MP Meg Webb and lower house MP Kristie Johnston are advocating for a statewide ban on gambling advertising and sponsorship in all publicly owned or state-funded venues across Tasmania, Australia. Webb and Johnston Set Motion for Ban on Gambling Ads in State Venues Webb and Johnston plan to introduce the motion in […]
Casino
November 3, 2025
Thailand’s PM: Casino Legalization to Be Put on Hold
During a sideline bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reaffirmed his strong opposition to gambling and vowed to halt any initiatives aimed at legalizing casinos in Thailand. Thai PM Anutin Reassures President Xi of Thailand’s New Stance on Casinos Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has returned from a key diplomatic […]
Sports
November 3, 2025
UK Government Responds to Greyhound Racing Petition
The UK government responded to a petition seeking to end greyhound racing in the UK, rejecting the call. According to officials, the sport is a well-regulated economic contributor that benefits many people. Petition Seeks an End to Greyhound Racing The petition in question is called “Ban Greyhound Racing” and, as its name suggests, seeks to […]
Industry
November 3, 2025
Vegas Reportedly Considers Reinstating the Resort Corridor Court
As casinos and lawmakers seek to protect the Las Vegas Strip’s reputation and ensure tourists feel safe, some are reportedly considering reinstating the Resort Corridor Court. Others are saying that the program fails to address the Strip problems at their core. The Program Sought to Tackle Strip Crime Between 2023 and 2024, Las Vegas ran […]
Industry
October 31, 2025
Luxembourg Considers Creating a State-Owned Online Gambling Monopoly
Luxembourg’s Justice Minister Elisabeth Margue confirmed recently that the small European country is considering the idea of introducing a state-controlled monopoly on online gambling and sports betting. Luxembourg Considering Online Gambling Monopoly Margue responded to questions from Luxembourg Socialist Workers’ Party (LSAP) MP Dan Biancalana, who expressed concerns about player protection and the increasing presence of […]
Industry
October 31, 2025
US Struggles to Rein In Prediction Markets as State Frustration Mounts
The United States is entering uncharted territory as it struggles to resolve the discrepancies surrounding prediction markets. What began as a niche segment of the financial market has now evolved into a multi-billion-dollar sector that is testing the limits of federal oversight and state gambling laws. At the forefront of this dispute is Kalshi, a […]
