Sweeping Change: New Jersey Considers Major Tax Hike on Online Gambling In a bold legislative move poised to fundamentally alter the online gambling landscape, New Jersey Senator John McKeon has introduced Bill S3064, a proposal that seeks to significantly raise the tax rates for online sports betting and casino gaming to an unprecedented 30%. This […]
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Ushers in New Era with Top-Tier Leadership Appointments In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to excellence and integrity in gaming regulation, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has introduced Dean Serpa as its new executive director, alongside Caitlin Monahan taking the helm as director of the Investigations and Enforcement Bureau (IEB). […]
Revolutionizing Sports Betting in Washington D.C.: The Push for Open Competition In the heart of the United States capital, a seismic shift is brewing in the sports betting arena. Council Member Kenyan McDuffie has catapulted into the spotlight with a visionary bill designed to dismantle monopolies and fuel a competitive fire in Washington D.C.’s online […]
Ute Tribes Demand Justice: A Call for Sports Betting Authorization in Colorado Amid the historic halls of Colorado’s State Capitol, the Ute Mountain Ute and Southern Ute tribes made a powerful appeal during Ute Day, urging the state to fulfill its long-standing promises by authorizing sports betting within their jurisdictions. In a poignant reminder of […]
Georgia’s Bold Move: New Gambling Regulations to Shape a Responsible Future In an unprecedented stride towards responsible gambling, Georgia has unveiled a set of stringent regulations aimed at curbing gambling-related harm. Spearheaded by Prime Minister Irakli Gharibashvili, these new rules not only prohibit public sector employees and individuals under the age of 25 from participating […]
David Rebuck: A Trailblazer in Gaming Regulation David Rebuck, a name synonymous with regulatory excellence in New Jersey’s gaming industry, has charted a course that many strive to emulate. Thirteen years ago, stepping into the shoes of the Director of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE), Rebuck faced a monumental challenge. He was […]
Arkansas Set to Revitalize Pope County with Fourth Casino License In a significant development for Arkansas’s gaming sector, the Arkansas Racing Commission is poised to breathe new life into Pope County’s casino landscape. Following a series of regulatory revisions and delays, the commission is gearing up to accept applications for the state’s fourth and much-anticipated […]
Maryland’s Online Casino Bill: A Game-Changer for Education and Economy In an impactful stride toward modernizing the gambling landscape, Maryland’s House of Representatives has passed the online casino bill, HB 1319, potentially paving the way for a robust and “highly, highly regulated industry”. Spearheaded by Rep. Vanessa Atterbeary, the bill aims to bring the legalization […]
Brazil’s Game-Changing Leap: The New Legal Framework for the Electronic Play Industry In an unprecedented move, Brazil positions itself at the forefront of the digital entertainment revolution. With the Senate’s approval of Bill 2,796/2021, the nation is set to redefine the electronic play industry’s landscape. Spearheaded by Federal Deputy Kim Kataguiri and championed by Senator […]
A New Dawn for Gaming in the Canary Islands: Navigating Towards 2025’s Regulatory Revolution In an era of rapid evolution for the gaming and betting sectors, the Canary Islands stand on the brink of a regulatory transformation. By 2025, the Spanish archipelago plans to introduce a comprehensive overhaul of its gaming regulations, signaling a pivotal […]