Denmark’s Gambling Revenue Grows by 37% in June 2024, Boosted by Sports Betting

Denmark’s Gambling Revenue Grows by 37% in June 2024, Boosted by Sports Betting

by August 9, 2024

Denmark’s gambling market experienced a significant boost in June 2024, with total revenue increasing by 37.0% year-on-year to DKK703m (£81.1m/€94.2m/$103.0m), according to the latest figures from the Danish Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden. This growth was largely dri ...

Entain Launches First New Betting Platform in New Zealand Since the 50s

Entain Launches First New Betting Platform in New Zealand Since the 50s

by August 9, 2024

Entain has officially launched a new betting platform in New Zealand, named “Betcha,” marking the first time since the establishment of the TAB that a new betting brand has been introduced in the region. Betcha is designed specifically to appeal to younger bettors and ...

Brazil’s Senate Delays Gambling Bill Vote Until After Elections

Brazil’s Senate Delays Gambling Bill Vote Until After Elections

by August 8, 2024

The push to legalize gambling in Brazil faces another delay as Senate President Rodrigo Pacheco (PSD-MG) signals he is in no rush to bring the bill to the plenary. The legislation, which seeks to legalize casinos, bingo, jogo de bicho, and betting on horseracing, will likely be p ...

Is Australia Considering Adjustments to Proposed Gambling Ad Ban?

Is Australia Considering Adjustments to Proposed Gambling Ad Ban?

by August 8, 2024

A series of media reports have indicated that the Australian government is preparing to announce its response to the 2023 Murphy Report. However, it appears that the comprehensive ban on gambling advertisements recommended by the report is unlikely to be fully implemented. The go ...

Codere Online Foresees Reinstatement of Spain’s Ad Ban

Codere Online Foresees Reinstatement of Spain’s Ad Ban

by August 8, 2024

Codere Online’s Aviv Sher has expressed expectations that Spain will reintroduce strict advertising controls for the gaming industry within the next year, despite the Supreme Court’s April ruling that overturned several measures within the existing decree.In April ...

Thailand Introduces Draft Casino Regulations for Public Comment

Thailand Introduces Draft Casino Regulations for Public Comment

by August 7, 2024

As Thailand takes significant steps toward legalizing integrated resort casinos, a new draft regulation has been released for public commentary until August 18. This initiative marks a pivotal phase in discussions that have been ongoing within the nation, following the approval o ...

Nebraska’s Online Sports Betting Expansion Faces Opposition

Nebraska’s Online Sports Betting Expansion Faces Opposition

by August 7, 2024

In Nebraska, the conversation about expanding online sports betting has reached a critical juncture, as notable state figures, including former football coach Tom Osborne, articulate their opposition. This discussion aligns with the state’s contemplation of two constitution ...

Amusnet Bolsters Spanish Presence via Casino Gran Vía Partnership 

Amusnet Bolsters Spanish Presence via Casino Gran Vía Partnership 

by August 6, 2024

Amusnet Spain is thrilled to announce a significant collaboration with Casino Gran Vía, marking a pivotal expansion in the Spanish market. Effective from June 2024, this partnership is set to enhance the gaming experiences of players across Spain and potentially beyond. Strategi ...

Brazil’s New Online Gaming Ordinance Sets the Stage for Regulation

Brazil’s New Online Gaming Ordinance Sets the Stage for Regulation

by August 2, 2024

Brazil is on the brink of a significant transformation in its online gaming landscape, thanks to the recently published Normative Ordinance No. 1,207 in the Official Gazette of the Union. Released on Wednesday, July 31, the ordinance establishes a comprehensive framework of techn ...

Senate Bill Proposes Ending U.S. Federal Excise Tax on Sports Betting

Senate Bill Proposes Ending U.S. Federal Excise Tax on Sports Betting

by August 2, 2024

In a significant legislative development, Senators Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada and Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi have introduced a new bill aiming to repeal the longstanding 0.25% federal excise tax on sports betting handle.This bipartisan effort is backed by a coaliti ...

How Casino AI is Transforming the Sports Betting Landscape

How Casino AI is Transforming the Sports Betting Landscape

by August 1, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, including sports betting. The integration of AI in casinos and sports betting platforms is creating unprecedented opportunities for bettors. This article explores how AI is reshaping the sports betting landscape ...

Alberta’s New iGaming Market to Emphasize Responsible Gaming

Alberta’s New iGaming Market to Emphasize Responsible Gaming

by July 31, 2024

As Alberta moves toward launching an open, regulated iGaming market similar to Ontario’s, many are eager to know the timeline for this significant shift. The Hon. Dale Nally, Minister of Service and Red Tape Reduction for Alberta emphasized the swift progress being made in ...

New Study Reveals Gambling as Coping Mechanism in Marginalized Communities

New Study Reveals Gambling as Coping Mechanism in Marginalized Communities

by July 31, 2024

A recent study funded by GambleAware has shed light on the troubling trend of marginalized and socially excluded communities in the UK using gambling as a means to cope with their difficult circumstances and loneliness. Conducted by The National Centre for Social Research (NatCen ...

UAE Awards First Lottery License, Expands Gaming Regulations

UAE Awards First Lottery License, Expands Gaming Regulations

by July 30, 2024

The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), the federal body overseeing commercial gaming activities in the United Arab Emirates, announced today the award of the first authorized lottery license to The Game LLC. This milestone marks a significant step in establis ...

New Zealand Government to Regulate Online Casinos

New Zealand Government to Regulate Online Casinos

by July 30, 2024

The New Zealand government has announced its plan to regulate online casinos through a comprehensive licensing framework designed to minimize harm, support tax collection, and ensure robust consumer protections. This significant move marks the first time New Zealand will regulate ...