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Sweden Initiates Funding Supervision and Tax Reforms in the Gambling Sector

Sweden Initiates Funding Supervision and Tax Reforms in the Gambling Sector

Sweden's dynamic gambling landscape is witnessing significant changes as the government allocates more funds to regulatory bodies and proposes a gambling tax increase for 2024. Explore the complexities and implications of these moves.

September 26, 2023
Kentucky Sees a $4.5M Handle in First 2 Weeks of Retail Sports Betting

Kentucky Sees a $4.5M Handle in First 2 Weeks of Retail Sports Betting

Kentucky has processed $4.5 million worth of wagers through the first fortnight of regulated retail sports betting. Based on these numbers, the US jurisdiction will rake in lucrative returns from sports wagering, especially after online wagering debuts.

September 23, 2023
Gambling is Flourishing in Italy and Will Continue to Grow Beyond 2023

Gambling is Flourishing in Italy and Will Continue to Grow Beyond 2023

Gambling has seen a sharp increase in Italy from 2021 to 2023. We reviewed the Chamber of Commerce’s comments, concerns, and a proposed increase in taxes on winnings.

September 19, 2023
Philippines Warns Against Influx of Unlicensed Online Casinos

Philippines Warns Against Influx of Unlicensed Online Casinos

PAGCOR warns Filipino gamblers about fake licensed casinos and explores several ways to stop illegal operators from targeting local players with harmful advertising, including partnering with the public, the police and payment processors.

September 18, 2023
UAE Roll the Dice on Regulated Gambling and Welcome International Casino Operators

UAE Roll the Dice on Regulated Gambling and Welcome International Casino Operators

In exciting news for the gambling industry, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) revealed the launch of its first-ever gambling authority, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). We also cover the Wynn's $3.9 billion Al-Marjan casino resort.

September 13, 2023
AGA Celebrates 25 Years of Responsible Gaming Education

AGA Celebrates 25 Years of Responsible Gaming Education

For the month of September, AGA will be commemorating its unwavering mission for promoting safer gambling in the United States for a quarter of a decade. And Americans are acknowledging the impact of responsible gambling education in a new survey.

September 7, 2023
UAE Sets Up Federal Gambling Watchdog Led by US Industry Experts

UAE Sets Up Federal Gambling Watchdog Led by US Industry Experts

In another calculated move seemingly towards the debut of regulated gambling, the United Arab Emirates has formed a new gambling regulator. What does this mean going forward, especially given that gambling is still illegal in the Middle Eastern country?

September 6, 2023
UK Gambling Watchdog Releases FY 2022/23 Performance Report

UK Gambling Watchdog Releases FY 2022/23 Performance Report

UK’s gambling ombudsman has published a new report addressing market developments through the recently concluded 2022/23 fiscal year. Here’s a deeper dive into what the report is all about as we navigate a new financial year away from the pandemic.

September 1, 2023
Dave Portnoy Pays Just $1 to Buy Back Barstool Sports

Dave Portnoy Pays Just $1 to Buy Back Barstool Sports

ollowing an unexpected losing streak in the ultra-competitive sports betting market, PENN Entertainment has disclosed that it handed the Barstool Sports brand back to its original owner, Dave Portnoy. The transaction is said to have cost a mere greenback.

August 31, 2023
Bulgaria Forms New Agency to Fight Money Laundering in Gambling

Bulgaria Forms New Agency to Fight Money Laundering in Gambling

In a bid to crack the whip on gambling-related money laundering, Bulgaria has formed a new national taskforce. But how did we get here? Here’s a closer look into what transpired in the country’s burgeoning gambling sector.

August 30, 2023
Online Gambling in India Faces Federal Resistance

Online Gambling in India Faces Federal Resistance

Regulated online gambling faces another hurdle in India as the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (IAB) calls for a nationwide blackout of gambling ads despite the fact some of the affected states have made it legal for their residents.

August 29, 2023
German GGL Says Malta’s Bill 55 is Incompatible with EU Law

German GGL Says Malta’s Bill 55 is Incompatible with EU Law

Germany’s gambling watchdog has called out Malta’s recently okayed Bill 55, citing that it goes against gambling regulations across the EU. Are Germany’s concerns about the new law valid? Join us as we cover the ins and outs of the standoff.

August 28, 2023
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