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Industry
August 5, 2024
Australia Considers Gambling Ads Cap Instead of Blanket Ban
Australia continues to mull over a ban on gambling ads. As the discussions continue, Anthony Albanese’s administration has reportedly proposed a cap on TV ads instead of an outright ban. Under a new measure proposed by communications minister Michelle Rowland, ads would be capped to no more than two adverts an hour on each TV […]
Sports
August 2, 2024
Popular Hockey Broadcaster Pulled Off Air for Alleged Betting Violations
Jeff Marek has become one of hockey’s most loved and universally respected voices, gaining a substantial following thanks to his enthusiasm, good humor, and impressive insights. From what had started as an entry-level radio station gig, he went on to carve his career path. He became one of Sportsnet’s signature talents, hosting “The Jeff Marek […]
Legal
August 2, 2024
Senators Want to Eradicate the Federal Excise Tax via Bipartisan Bill
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (D-Nev.) and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (R-Miss.) want their bipartisan bill called the Withdrawing Arduous Gaming Excise Rates (WAGER) Act to eliminate the federal excise tax that is currently applied to gambling operators’ handle. The tax relief would provide enhanced protection to legal sportsbook operators and gaming businesses, help Nevada and Tribal […]
Industry
August 2, 2024
Surcharge to Affect DraftKings Winning Clients in Four States
Several US states announced plans to increase sports betting taxes this year. This resulted in concerns from betting operators who are offering their services in a highly competitive market. Despite the competition, DraftKings and FanDuel so far retain dominance across the country, holding a significant part of the market share. Still, the high tax rates […]
Business
August 1, 2024
Flood of Curaçao Gaming License Applications Triggers Delays
After the Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) announced the reopening of its online portal for business-to-consumer and business-to-business license applications on July 15, operators’ interest in penetrating the popular gambling market has gone through the roof. According to information from the GCB’s managing director, Cedric Pietersz, the regulator is currently looking for ways to improve […]
Lottery
August 1, 2024
Massachusetts iLottery Plans Prompt Problem Gambling Concerns
For more than a decade, lawmakers in Massachusetts explored options for the legalization of online lottery sales. Those efforts emerged back in 2012 but all proposals faced tough opposition. However, after years of attempts, lawmakers recently found common ground about the legalization of iLottery across the state. Recognized as a compromise budget bill, legislation was […]
Legal
July 31, 2024
Pennsylvania Casinos Urge for Equal Taxation on Skill Games
A dozen casinos in Pennsylvania turned to the highest court in the state with a request to either impose the same tax rate that applies to slot games for skill games or declare the tax unconstitutional. Currently, land-based operators across Pennsylvania pay a tax rate on their slot machine revenue between 48% and 54%. However, […]
Industry
July 30, 2024
Holland Casino Criticized for Money-Laundering Compliance Failures
Tasked with the regulation of gambling, the Dutch Gaming Authority, Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), constantly monitors the sector. The regulator often takes action against licensed operators who breach the established rules and at the same time safeguards players from illegal iGaming providers that may be targeting Dutch customers. On Monday this week, the KSA disclosed publicly details […]
Industry
July 30, 2024
New York Bill Targets Advertising Rules for Online Sportsbooks
The statewide expansion of sports betting helped the activity reach millions of Americans in nearly 40 US states. Currently, approximately a dozen states are yet to legalize wagering on sports with the list including Minnesota, Texas and California, among others. With the expansion of wagering on sports came the need for stricter regulation of advertising. […]
Sports
July 29, 2024
Maryland Regulator Clears Bally Bet for Launch
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) has cleared Bally’s Interactive for online sports betting launch in the state. This would mark the ninth state in which the gaming and betting operator’s online sports wagering products are available. Last week, Bally’s Interactive operated a demonstration of its Bally Bet brand, highlighting its technological capabilities […]
