In a decisive 30-4 vote, the Rhode Island Senate has successfully passed the bill that seeks to legalize online casinos within the state. The next stage for SB948 is to proceed to the House of Representatives for further consideration. The Rhode Island Senate has taken a significant step towards legalizing online casinos in the state […]
The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) is calling for cooperation to effectively reduce the exposure of minors and individuals suffering from gambling harm to gambling marketing. This cooperation is sought from both social media companies and the government. In a letter addressed to the UK’s culture secretary, Lucy Frazer, BGC chief executive Michael Dugher has […]
A recent evaluation of the GB Gambling Commission‘s reforms to slot products in 2021 has determined that the implemented safeguards have successfully led to a “reduced play intensity” without any harmful unintended effects. The Gambling Commission implemented a set of slot reforms in October 2021 aimed at enhancing protections and controls for individuals who engage […]
A petition urging President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine to reassess the decision to impose sanctions on Parimatch has garnered 25,000 signatures. According to Ukrainian law, once a petition accumulates 25,000 signatures, it is submitted to the president for review. President Zelenskyy now has a period of 10 days to provide a response to the petition. […]
The Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) Appeals for Strengthened Legal Framework, Simplified Procedures, and Expanded Access to Vital Identity Data. In an effort to ensure a fair and transparent gambling market, the KSA is focused on enhancing its technical capabilities. While the regulator has achieved notable success, it has identified various legal loopholes that hinder its maximum effectiveness. […]
In the midst of the continuous growth of sports betting in North America, an expert advocates for the careful examination of gambling and betting advertisements in Canada. Amidst a five-year surge in the sports betting market across North America, the repeal of PASPA in the US has led to widespread expansion, offering millions of Americans […]
House Bill 347, introduced by representative Jason Saine along with a bipartisan group of lawmakers, has successfully advanced through the North Carolina Senate with a 37-11 vote. It will now proceed back to the House for further consideration. Governor Roy Cooper has already expressed his intention to sign the bill into law if it passes […]
Norsk Tipping has recently introduced revised loss limits specifically targeting players who are under the age of 20. This move has garnered positive feedback from a crowd of individuals, showing their approval with thumbs-up gestures. In the previous month, the government-operated gambling operator in Norway revealed that it had generated nearly $24 million for charitable […]
New Zealand’s government has recently unveiled reforms regarding the requirements for venues housing electronic gambling machines. These changes will be implemented in three distinct phases over a span of six months, allowing ample time for the sector to conduct staff training and incorporate the necessary adjustments. Beginning June 15, New Zealand will introduce three new […]
The Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), the French gambling regulator, has recently released updated guidelines regarding gambling advertising. These new regulations introduce a ban on the involvement of active athletes and referees in gambling campaigns and partnerships with betting companies. The aim of these guidelines is to address concerns regarding the potential influence of sports […]