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Filip Radulovic ·
Thailand is edging closer to a major shift in its gambling landscape as the government advances a bill to legalize casinos within large-scale entertainment complexes. Prommin Lertsuridej, Secretary-General to Prime…
By Filip Radulovic ·
On November 13, Brazil’s Supreme Court (STF), led by Justice Luiz Fux, issued a provisional ruling to ban the use of social welfare funds for fixed-odds betting and enforce stricter…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The Lithuanian parliament has approved new restrictions on gambling advertising, introducing sweeping changes to the country’s gaming landscape. Starting July 2025, gambling operators will no longer be able to advertise…
By Filip Radulovic ·
New Zealand is preparing to implement a regulated framework for online casinos by early 2026, aiming to create a safer environment for players while curbing potential harm. Internal Affairs Minister…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has enacted a definitive ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) through Executive Order 74, signed on November 5, 2024. This action follows his strong…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The Paraguayan government has introduced a bill to the Chamber of Deputies to transform the country’s gambling landscape. The new proposal seeks to update Law No. 1,016/1997, which has regulated…
By Filip Radulovic ·
In a historic decision, Missouri voters have approved Amendment 2, making sports betting legal across the state. The measure, passed by just 0.256%, represents Missouri’s entry as the 39th state…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The Dutch gambling regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has issued warnings to three gambling operators for breaching advertising regulations through unauthorized sponsorships at sporting events. The move underscores the KSA’s commitment to…
By Filip Radulovic ·
With the upcoming US presidential election just days away, political prediction markets have gained extraordinary momentum, capturing the attention of both investors and bettors nationwide. This election cycle has seen…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The Finnish government has approved a significant reform to its gambling system, marking a shift away from the state monopoly model as it prepares to introduce a competitive licensing structure.…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The European Commission (EC) has extended the standstill period on Italy’s anticipated new licensing framework for online gambling, following objections from Malta. The EC’s decision, which delays Italy’s tender for…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The French government’s initiative to legalize online casinos has encountered significant pushback from various stakeholders, causing officials to halt their proposed amendment to the 2025 budget. This amendment, originally submitted…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Macau’s newly enacted Illegal Gaming Law has officially come into effect as of October 29, 2024, following its announcement in the Official Gazette. The law, which passed its final vote…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The University of Alberta has introduced an exciting new microcredential course aimed at providing a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly changing gambling and iGaming landscape. The course, developed by Dr.…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Thailand’s move toward legalizing casinos is making progress, with the draft law on entertainment complexes expected to be presented to the cabinet by the end of this year, according to…
By Filip Radulovic ·
A new bill aimed at banning online sports betting across Brazil has been introduced by Senator Sérgio Petecão, reflecting growing concerns over the impact of virtual gambling on mental health…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The French government is moving toward legalizing online casino games in a bold move aimed at bolstering its state finances and curbing illegal gambling. The proposed amendment, part of the…
By Filip Radulovic ·
In a bid to clamp down on illegal online gambling, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is set to release its first comprehensive study of the UK’s black market. Scheduled for…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has taken further steps to combat illegal online gambling, issuing orders for internet service providers (ISPs) to block access to two more offshore…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Ireland has taken a significant step forward in overhauling its gambling legislation with the passage of the Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 through the Oireachtas. The bill, which has now completed its…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Australia’s Greens party has intensified its campaign to end gambling advertising by introducing a bill to the Senate that seeks a complete ban on gambling ads across all forms of…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The Dutch Gambling Authority (Kansspelautoriteit or KSA) has reported significant growth in the regulated gambling market, with the market’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) increasing by 21.2% in 2023, reaching €4…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is contemplating an outright ban on online sports betting if the government’s recent regulatory efforts fail to address the growing issue of gambling…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The debate over Ireland’s Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 is intensifying, with Senators Lynn Ruane and Alice Mary Higgins advocating for a total ban on gambling bonuses as the bill nears…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Wynn Resorts has made history by becoming the first company to receive a commercial gaming license in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). On October 4, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The Swedish gambling regulator Spelinspektionen has announced that the country’s channelization rate for the online gambling market has reached 86% for 2023, reflecting an improvement over the 77% recorded the…
By Filip Radulovic ·
Thailand is moving closer to legalizing casino resorts, as Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat pushes for a comprehensive plan to establish entertainment complexes in the country. The finance minister has…
By Filip Radulovic ·
In response to new federal betting regulations, the Brazilian government implemented significant changes in September with the introduction of Normative Ordinance No 1,475. This ordinance allowed only operators who had…
By Filip Radulovic ·
As of October 1, 2024, Dutch online gamblers are subject to a new set of stringent deposit rules to promote responsible gambling. The measures are part of the Netherlands’ ongoing…
By Filip Radulovic ·
The National Association of Games and Lotteries (ANJL) and the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) have urged their members to voluntarily implement a ban on the use of credit…