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Industry
July 5, 2024
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Receives $545K in Fines Over Alleged Breaches
The popular gaming and entertainment destination in Portsmouth, Virginia, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, reportedly agreed to pay fines of more than half a million dollars after alleged breaches uncovered by the gambling regulator in the state. The fine came from the Virginia Lottery, the gambling regulator in the state after an investigation alleged breaches of the […]
Industry
July 4, 2024
Quarterly Reporting Now Required by the UK Gambling Commission
The gambling regulator in the UK, the Gambling Commission (GC), announced the launch of a consultation on the Frequency of regulatory returns back in March this year. At the time, the regulator sought to implement changes to the gambling licensees’ conditions related to reporting, effectively proposing a new regime. Following the consultation, near the end […]
Legal
July 4, 2024
Dutch Gambling Policy under New Management
As the Netherlands’ new coalition government steps into power, significant changes are underway in the realm of gaming policy. Teun Struycken, the newly appointed State Secretary for Legal Protection, will assume responsibility for the country’s gaming policy, a role previously held by Franc Weerwind. Struycken is known for his harsher stance on gambling, heralding new […]
Industry
July 3, 2024
Finland Wants to See Gambling Licensing System Up in 2027
In February, the gambling industry in Europe applauded Finnish monopoly Veikkaus’ support toward an open licensing system that would fight off illegal practices in the market. At the same time, the industry feared its support for a cooling-off period similar to the one that rocked potential entrants to the Dutch market. Today, Finland’s government tabled […]
Industry
July 3, 2024
Danish Regulator Gains Enhanced Powers via Legislative Update
The Danish Parliament has adopted significant amendments to the Act on Gambling aimed at bolstering the regulatory powers and effectiveness of the Danish Gambling Authority (DGA). The changes, effective from 1 July 2024, mark a substantial shift in the authority’s ability to combat illegal activities and enhance transparency within the gambling sector. A Powerful Regulator […]
Legal
July 3, 2024
Michigan Illegal Gambling Case Settled, Owner Agrees to Stop
The case concerning an illegal gambling establishment in Michigan has reached a legal settlement, with the owner agreeing to no longer engage in similar operations. According to the Michigan Gaming Control Board, the settlement was reached on May 7, resolving the matter for good. Linos Antonio Kas-Mikha, who ran the unlicensed gambling operation, agreed to […]
Casino
July 3, 2024
Former NH Senator and Casino Owner Retains Focus on New Development
On January 1, Andy Sanborn, the owner of Concord Casino in New Hampshire and former state Senator, was ordered to shut his venue amid allegations of misuse of COVID relief funds. The man was accused of obtaining fraudulently and misusing $844,000 in COVID relief funds, actions that ultimately put him in a tough spot. Sanborn […]
Industry
July 2, 2024
NSW Implements Harm Minimization Measures across Pubs and Clubs
The government of New South Wales has officially implemented new gambling harm minimization measures, in line with its ongoing efforts to mitigate the problem gambling rates in the state. The new rules apply to pubs and clubs across NSW, which must now comply with a variety of new measures designed to support people at risk […]
Industry
July 2, 2024
Portugal’s iGaming Trade Association Files Complaints against Influencers
The Portuguese Online Betting and Gaming Association (APAJO) has announced it filed criminal complaints against social media influencers who allegedly promoted unlicensed gambling to their respective audiences across the country. In its complaint, the association claimed that several social media influencers with a combined audience of nearly 3 million, were involved in the marketing and […]
Industry
July 2, 2024
Sweden Implements Gambling Tax Hike to the Industry’s Dismay
On July 1, Sweden has officially increased its gambling tax in spite of the industry’s claims that such a measure would be counterproductive. Originally introduced in 2019, the 18% tax on gambling profits has been replaced with a 22% tax, in line with Sweden’s ongoing reforms. As mentioned, the gambling industry isn’t thrilled about the […]
