Gaming Law & Legislation

Look here to stay abreast of breaking industry news related to the actions of lawmakers who create and codify the rules and regulators who enforce them. The Gambling Commission in the UK features prominently in this section due to the age and maturity of the marketplace there, but you can stay up to date around the globe by bookmarking this section.

From homegrown initiatives at the ballot box in rural America, to the fate of th six concessionaires in Macau as their licenses are set to expire betwwen 2020 nad 2022, to Asian marketplaces like Japan and Vietnam that are set to change the world casino landscape, you'll find all the news that's fit print here. Complementary sections include the over arching Gaming Industry News section as well as Licenses, Taxation, and Online Gambling Regulation.

Clark’s New Casino Venture Awaits PAGCOR’s Licensing Decision

In the bustling region of Clark, a new development is on the horizon as Belle Corporation has officially expressed its intent to construct a casino, marking a potential expansion in their gaming portfolio. Whil...

Centre County’s Mini-Casino to Proceed After Supreme Court Ruling

After nearly four years embroiled in legal and bureaucratic complexities, the planned mini-casino at Centre County's Nittany Mall in Pennsylvania has finally received the green light for construction. This deve...

SkyCity Auckland Casino Announces Five-Day Closure After Regulatory Breaches

SkyCity Entertainment Group will temporarily close its Auckland casino for five days in 2024, marking a significant event in New Zealand's gambling sector. This decision comes after the company admitted to brea...

iGaming Ontario’s Model Is Found Consistent With The Criminal Code By The Ontario Superior Court

iGaming Ontario, unsurprisingly, welcomed the judgement. Ontario's Supreme Court has ruled that iGaming Ontario operates in accordance with the Criminal Code.? The regulatory body for the Canadian province o...

Finding The Right Online Casino in Canada

Online gambling has experienced a surge in popularity across Canada in recent years. With the convenience of playing from home and the excitement of real money wins, more and more Canadians are turning to onlin...

New Report Demonstrates the Key Changing Preferences of UK Online Casino Players

The United Kingdom has long been one of the world’s premier online gambling markets. Stewarded by the Gambling Commission, the industry has been able to thrive thanks to the strict rules put in place and the ba...

PAGCOR Blocks Nearly 75% of Detected Illegal Online Gambling Sites, Pushes for Online Gaming Regulation

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has made significant strides in its ongoing campaign against illegal online gaming, successfully blocking 5,793 of the 7,747 sites detected, which accoun...

Former Indiana State Rep Sean Eberhart Sentenced in Casino Bribery Scandal

Former Indiana State Representative Sean Eberhart has been sentenced to one year in federal prison following his conviction in a corruption scandal involving Spectacle Entertainment. The sentencing marks a sign...

Fanatics Fined $15K for Accepting Improper College Bet in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has fined Fanatics Betting and Gaming $15,000 for accepting a prohibited wager on an in-state college team. The fine, recommended by the Investigations and Enforcement ...

Philippines Court Freezes Assets of Suspended Mayor Alice Guo Linked to Illegal POGO Activities

The Philippines’ Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has secured a freeze order from the Court of Appeals (CA) on the assets of suspended Mayor Alice Guo and other individuals allegedly linked to the illegal a...

Petersburg, VA Poised for Casino Development Pending November Referendum Approval

Petersburg is on the brink of potentially becoming home to a new casino. The Virginia Lottery Department has given its nod to the city’s plans, marking a significant step forward. All that remains now is for a ...