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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 […]
Industry
July 2, 2024
German Regulator Reflects on the State of the Industry
German regulator Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL) marked its third anniversary by presenting its 2023 activity report during a recent press conference. CEO Ronald Benter highlighted the authority’s significant achievements, including the successful transition of many formerly illegal gambling operators to the legal market under GGL supervision. High Channelization Bolstered the Legal Market The GGL’s […]
Industry
July 2, 2024
Buenos Aires Suspends Issuing Online Casino Licenses
The Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, Argentina, announced it has decided to stop issuing online casino licenses amid mounting concern about underage gambling. The City of Buenos Aires launched its iGaming market back in 2020. At the time, the gambling regulator, LOTBA, permitted the expansion of online gambling activities across the city, paving the way […]
Industry
July 1, 2024
Gambling Regulator in Ohio Proposes Changes to Promotions, Ads
Last year in May, the gambling regulator in Ohio, the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC), ordered Fanatics Sportsbook, the leading betting company that is a part of Fanatics, to take down a sports betting ad. The promotion in question offered customers in the state a bonus that matched the sum they spent via purchased merchandise. […]
Industry
July 1, 2024
No Need to Rush on the Casino Bill Vote Until August, Brazil’s Senate Says
Brazil, the country that took center stage in gambling regulation in February after completing the regulation process and finding the right mix between player protection and commercial interests, is on the verge of seeing land-based casinos get finally regulated. The legislation that also covers horse racing, instant win jogo do bicho games, and bingo is […]
