Brazil’s Commission of Deputies has established its work agenda for the regulation of sports betting.

The Chamber of Deputies’ Parliamentary Commission of Investigation (CPI), established in April, has set its work agenda. Led by Felipe Carreras, the commission’s primary objective is to investigate potential instances of match-fixing related to sports betting. This inquiry comes in the wake of Operation Maximum II, conducted by the Goiás Public Ministry (MPGO) since the […]

Sports Betting Bill Receives Approval from North Carolina Senate Committee

Legislation Tackles Controversial Matter of Video Lottery Machines North Carolina has taken another significant stride towards the legalization of sports betting, as the Senate Commerce Committee has granted its approval to a bill that paves the way for the introduction of mobile sportsbooks in the state. A significant advancement in the legalization of mobile sports […]

California Governor Gives Green Light to Temporary Cardroom Suspension as Tribal Groups and Clubs Reach Uncommon Agreement

For years, there has been ongoing conflict between tribal operators and card clubs in California regarding matters such as game exclusivity, online poker, sports betting, and Prop 26. However, this week marked a rare occasion where they managed to find common ground: the unanimous decision to discontinue card clubs. Governor Gavin Newsom took action on […]

May 25, 2023

Regulatory measures are being introduced in Europe to oversee and govern cryptocurrency trading activities

The Markets in Crypto-assets (MiCA) regulation, approved by the European Council, is set to have implications for crypto casinos. This regulation imposes a regulatory obligation on organizations involved in issuing or trading cryptocurrency within the European Union, ensuring they adhere to specified regulations. Member states within the European Union will be given a three-month period […]

North Carolina sports betting bill moves to Senate Finance Committee for further consideration

House Bill 347, which aims to permit online sports wagering by January 1, 2024, has advanced through the Senate Commerce and Insurance Committee after undergoing several amendments. The Senate Commerce and Insurance Committee has referred HB347, a bill aiming to legalize mobile sports betting in North Carolina, to the Senate Finance Committee. The bill received […]

France introduces a groundbreaking legislation proposal seeking to legalize the operation of online casinos

A bill is set to be deliberated by France’s National Assembly, potentially paving the way for the legalization of online casinos within the country. This week, Philippe Latombe from the Democratic Movement party presented bill 1248, which outlines plans to establish a regulated online casino market in France. At the heart of the bill is […]

Pagcor has announced the cancellation of the accreditation of a POGO service provider

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor), the state gaming corporation and regulator, has made an announcement regarding the cancellation of the accreditation of CGC Technologies, a customer relations provider for a Philippine offshore gaming operation (POGO). After conducting an investigation, Pagcor confirmed that CGC Technologies was involved in illegal activities, leading to the revocation […]

May 24, 2023

MGA officially announces the revocation of Totup System’s license

Following a breach of regulations, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) has officially revoked Totup System’s license. The breaches primarily involved non-payment of applicable license fees and compliance contribution fees within the specified timeframe. Despite being given a 20-day window to respond and provide justifications, Totup failed to submit a response, leading to the cancellation of […]

Proposed Legislation in Malta Aims to Safeguard Operators Against Foreign Accountability

In response to certain businesses encountering legal actions related to their operations in Austria, legislators in the Maltese parliament have presented a bill (Bill 55) aimed at safeguarding licensed online gaming operators from foreign liability. The proposed legislation seeks to amend Malta’s gaming regulations by incorporating a provision that would prevent Maltese courts from granting […]

Government regulates sports betting in Brazil

Brazil’s Federal Government is charting a new course for the fixed-odds sports betting industry, characterized by stringent regulations, a fair taxation model, and a strong emphasis on social contributions. As the country moves towards implementing these measures, the landscape of sports betting in Brazil is poised for transformation, promising enhanced transparency, player protection, and significant […]