Legal
November 22, 2023

Belgian Attorney Generals Set Prosecution Guidelines for Gambling Violations

Belgium Sharpens Gambling Regulation Enforcement with New Prosecutorial Guidelines Belgium’s legal framework for gambling has been fortified with new prosecutorial guidelines from the Board of Attorney Generals, detailing the enforcement of the Belgian Gaming Act and underscoring the Belgian Gambling Commission’s authority. The guidelines aim to standardize the application of gambling laws and clarify the […]

North America
November 22, 2023

Catena Media Divests Italian Affiliate Business to Focus on North American Expansion

Catena Media Sharpens North American Strategy with Italian Asset Sale In a decisive pivot towards North American opportunities, Catena Media has successfully concluded the sale of its Italy-facing affiliate business, including the well-known Superscommesse brand, for a sum of €19.8m. This divestment is a result of the company’s strategic reassessment aimed at consolidating and expanding […]

Finance
November 21, 2023

Fairfield Mayor Proposes “Super Tax” on High-Earning Clubs to Support Community

Mayor of Fairfield Advocates for Community-Focused “Super Tax” on Slot Machine Revenue In a bold move to channel funds into community development, Fairfield City Mayor Frank Carbone has introduced a proposal for a “super tax” targeting clubs that garner substantial profits from slot machines. This initiative seeks to impose an additional 10% levy on clubs […]

Asia
November 21, 2023

DOLE Investigates AEP Compliance Among POGO Workers Amidst Rising Criticism

Philippine Department of Labor Tightens Oversight on POGO Worker Permits Amidst growing scrutiny over the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), the Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has embarked on a thorough investigation concerning the Alien Employment Permits (AEPs) held by foreign nationals in the industry. This probe addresses concerns about the proper use […]

Partners
November 21, 2023

SkillOnNet and Regency Entertainment Forge Alliance to Revolutionize Online Gaming in Greece

SkillOnNet and Regency Entertainment: A Groundbreaking Partnership for Greece’s Gaming Future The Greek online gaming landscape is set for a monumental transformation with the announcement of a strategic partnership between SkillOnNet, a titan in digital gaming, and Regency Entertainment, Greece’s foremost entertainment provider and the country’s largest land-based casino operator. This alliance brings together Regency […]

Business
November 21, 2023

Veikkaus Revamps Betting System with OpenBet Partnership Ahead of Finnish Market Liberalization

Veikkaus

Veikkaus and OpenBet Join Forces: A New Era for Finnish Betting Finnish gambling landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as Veikkaus, the state-controlled gambling operator, announces a pivotal agreement with industry giant OpenBet. This strategic partnership is set to elevate the Finnish betting experience, marking a significant shift from Veikkaus’s long-standing gaming monopoly. The […]

Oceania
November 21, 2023

NSW Government Implements New Casino Tax Rates Amid Industry Changes

Attracting Attention with Tax Reforms: NSW Casino Operators Brace for New Financial Landscape The NSW government has finalized a series of tax rate increases affecting land-based casinos, marking a significant shift in the financial framework governing Australia’s gaming industry. After extensive deliberation and consultation, these adjustments are poised to take effect from July 2023, reshaping […]

Events
November 21, 2023

Malta Gaming Authority Shines at SiGMA Europe 2023 Exhibition

Engage with Innovation: Malta Gaming Authority’s Role at SiGMA Europe 2023 The Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) marked its presence with authority and expertise at the latest edition of SiGMA Europe, the premier expo for the gaming industry held at the Malta Maritime Hub in Marsa from November 13th to 17th. Renowned as a hub for […]

Latam & Carribean
November 21, 2023

Mexico’s New Decree Bans Slot Machines, Tightening Gaming Law Regulations

Mexico Takes a Stand Against Gambling Addiction with Slot Machine Ban in New Gaming Law In a significant move to reform the gambling landscape, Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has signed a new decree amending the Federal Law of Gaming and Sweepstakes, effectively banning slot machines across the country. This crucial reform, set to […]

Legal
November 21, 2023

German Study Highlights High Usage of Unlicensed Gambling Sites Despite Regulation

German Online Gambling: Urgent Reforms Needed as Study Shows High Black Market Usage A recent study by the University of Leipzig has raised alarms about the state of online gambling in Germany, revealing that nearly half of all online gambling activity still occurs on unlicensed sites. Commissioned by the German Online Casino Association (DOCV) and […]