In a bid to resist the planned gambling tax hike in the Netherlands, state-owned Holland Casino has approached trade unions, including De Unie, to gain support against the measure. Facing increased operational challenges, Holland Casino is also preparing to scale down its operations in several locations. With De Unie calling for a voluntary departure scheme […]
The Bulgarian gambling industry is facing turbulent times as new advertising restrictions implemented in May 2023 have drastically impacted operator revenues. With advertising options cut back to nearly zero, several gambling firms in Bulgaria are questioning the viability of remaining in the market. As some operators weigh their options, this regulatory shift could reshape Bulgaria’s […]
The highly anticipated Massachusetts iLottery launch has hit a roadblock, with its debut delayed until April 2026 due to a $2.5 million funding shortfall. Originally slated to go live in 2025, the delay has raised concerns over the financial impact on programs like early childhood education, which were projected to benefit from the lottery’s revenue. […]
UK gambling operators, including Entain, Flutter Entertainment, Rank Group, and Evoke plc, saw their share prices rebound on 30 October after escaping a rumored tax increase in the Autumn Budget 2024. While initial fears centered on a potential Remote Gambling Duty (RGD) hike to 50%, one of the highest rates in Europe, the Chancellor ultimately […]
Sweepstakes casinos and social gaming are rapidly growing trends in the U.S. gambling industry, but these so-called “free” play models are drawing increasing scrutiny. Despite being marketed as non-monetary games, experts warn they could be contributing to problem gambling in younger generations. According to prominent gambling advocate Brianne Doura-Schawohl, the risks these platforms present to […]
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is facing a lawsuit from the Public Health Advocacy Institute (PHAI) for allegedly failing to share mandated gambling data with researchers. The lawsuit, filed in Suffolk Superior Court by PHAI, a non-profit organization known for high-profile cases in public health law, claims the MGC has neglected its responsibility under the […]
The Isle of Man’s Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC) has strongly refuted recent criticisms from a United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) report, which alleged that the Isle of Man’s regulatory standards leave it vulnerable to exploitation by organised crime. Mark Rutherford, acting chief officer of the GSC, responded by defending the jurisdiction’s strict […]
David Tsai has been appointed as the permanent CEO of Crown Resorts, taking the helm of one of Australia’s largest casino operators following his interim leadership role. Tsai’s appointment comes during a period of significant transformation for Crown Resorts, which has faced intense scrutiny and regulatory reform after a series of compliance failures. As Crown’s […]
José Francisco Manssur, former special secretary of Brazil’s Ministry of Finance, has issued a strong warning against banning online betting in Brazil. Manssur, who was instrumental in shaping Brazil’s current betting legislation, argues that prohibition would negate years of progress and harm Brazil’s economy and global standing. His comments come in response to Bill 4,031/2024, […]
Smartplay International, a New Jersey-based provider of lottery and gaming equipment, has secured a vendor licence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making it the latest gaming services supplier to gain approval from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). With this licence, Smartplay can now offer its number drawing systems to licensed operators in […]