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Diller Walks Away From MGM. Nevada Regulators Never Got Their Answers
Barry Diller, People’s chairman and senior executive, said the company “didn’t feel the mix was coming together in the way… The post Diller Walks Away From MGM. Nevada Regulators Never Got Their Answers appeared first on iGaming Express.
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New York Sued Polymarket. Polymarket Sued Back the Same Day
The state wants a court order stopping Polymarket from operating as an unlicensed gambling business, plus forfeiture of illegal gains, restitution… The post New York Sued Polymarket. Polymarket Sued Back the Same Day appeared first on iGaming Express.
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Crown Sydney’s property company fined over serious intoxication incident
Venue staff should have taken action to monitor customer’s alcohol consumption The NSW Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has fined Crown Sydney’s property company $40,000 following a serious intoxication incident at its licensed premises on the ground floor of Crown’s Barangaroo precinct. Crown Sydney’s property co…
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Woman Who Ran Over Boyfriend over $800 Lottery Winnings Arrested, Extradited to Oregon
A Portland woman has been accused of killing her boyfriend in a parking lot over $3,200 in lottery winnings. The suspect, Mary Ann McKinzy, allegedly received $1,700 from her boyfriend, who accused her of taking another $800 without permission, which led to an altercation resulting in the victim’s death. An Unfortunat…
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New South Wales regulator decides not to return licence to The Star
Sydney casino remains under the management of Nick Weeks Australia’s Minister for Gaming and Racing has amended the Casino Control Regulation 2019 to extend the term of The Star Sydney’s manager, Nick Weeks, until 30 June 2027. Mr Weeks will continue to hold the casino licence for The Star Pty Limited (The Star) over …
Read summary →Lula Goes Further as Brazil Considers Total Online Betting Ban
Election Pledge And Policy Shift President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is due to declare an outright ban that would… The post Lula Goes Further as Brazil Considers Total Online Betting Ban appeared first on iGaming Express.
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WorldGaming Week announces ban on Meta Glasses and wearable recording devices to protect exhibitor IP
WorldGaming, organisers of ICE and iGB Affiliate Barcelona, has updated its Good Neighbour policy to ban the use of Meta Glasses and Wearable Recording Devices at show. The decision follows requests from exhibitors concerned at infringements of intellectual property and the unauthorised copying of features and designs…
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Malta’s casino gaming tax rises to 15% on 1 October
Online sports betting, player-versus-player games, and controlled skill games move to 10%, and a narrower VAT exemption starts… The post Malta’s casino gaming tax rises to 15% on 1 October appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Tabcorp fined $350,000 by Victoria regulator
The July penalty follows telemarketing violations and is the second time in three months the operator was fined, previously by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
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Brazil’s President Lula pledges outright online betting ban
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will declare an outright ban on Brazil’s Bets Law, today Friday, 25 September, as an election pledge kept by the Workers Party (PT) government. Yesterday, the news sources of O Globo and Folha de S.Paulo, reported that Lula had confirmed his decision in a meeting of economic ministe…
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Seeking More Transparency: Montana Lawmakers Question Lottery’s Intralot Deal
Lawmakers in Montana, US, are looking to learn why state Lottery Director Bob Brown has refused to give auditors access to some emails connected to a major contract with gambling technology company Intralot. The issue emerged during a Legislative Audit Committee hearing earlier this month, on September 18, while lawma…
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NLGRB Teams Up with Police and Lira City Leaders to Strengthen Regulated Gaming
The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) has conducted a strategic, multi-agency stakeholder engagement in Lira City, bringing together regional security commanders and local government administrators to harmonize enforcement and foster a safer gaming environment. The meeting brought together key reg…
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Aristocrat Interactive’s CXS achieves ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification
Aristocrat Interactive’s CXS division, which specialises in customer experience solutions, has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, demonstrating its compliance with the international standard’s stringent information-security requirements. The post Aristocrat Interactive’s CXS achieves ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certifi…
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Tabcorp fined for failing to implement mandatory multi-factor authentication controls
Some customer accounts were subject to unauthorised access, resulting in money being withdrawn from their accounts Australian betting giant Tabcorp has been fined $350,000 by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission for failing to implement mandatory multi-factor authentication controls designed to protect…
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NSW regulator opts against returning The Star Sydney’s casino license, extends manager’s term until mid-2027
The NSW Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has opted against finding The Star Sydney suitable to regain its casino license, announcing […]
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New York Governor and AG sue Polymarket for illegal betting
Suit aims to stop Polymarket from operating as an unlicensed gambling business and requires the company to pay fines Governor Kathy Hochul and New York Attorney General Letitia James have announced a lawsuit against Polymarket for running an illegal gambling operation in New York through its prediction market platform…
Read summary →Track Every Administrative Change: ReferOn Rolls Out Native Audit Logs
For operators managing multiple brands, a single untracked change to a commission structure or payment method can spark costly partner disputes and... Read More...
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Star Sydney casino license remains suspended amid unresolved governance concerns
Star Sydney’s casino license remains suspended as governance and culture concerns persist despite progress in its remediation. The post Star Sydney casino license remains suspended amid unresolved governance concerns first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.
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Cambodia Turns Anti-Scam Focus Toward Licensed Casinos
Cambodian authorities are set to target licensed casinos suspected of serving as fronts for illicit cybercrime as they extend a yearlong enforcement push beyond physical scam compounds. The move comes as officials aim to close loopholes that allow criminal operations to hide behind legal business structures. Senior Mi…
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Asia Gaming eBrief: Star Gold Coast license suspension deferred to 2027
More time, with more work to do. Queensland has deferred The Star Gold Coast’s license suspension until March 31st, 2027, acknowledging significant reform progress while keeping independent oversight in place as priority remediation matters remain outstanding. The six-month extension gives the operator further time to…
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Fazenda estuda futuro de secretaria de apostas com risco de proibição no país
Ministério avalia enxugar estrutura ou extinguir órgão criado em 2024 caso bets deixem de operar legalmente no Brasil, impactando arrecadação de R$ 2,5 bilhões The post Fazenda estuda futuro de secretaria de apostas com risco de proibição no país appeared first on BNLData.
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PAGCOR’s Alejandro Tengco details fate of Casino Filipino venues once decoupling process begins
In the second of a four-part video series from IAG’s interview with the Chairman and CEO of Philippine gaming regulator […]
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As AUSTRAC verdict looms, suspension of The Star Gold Coast’s casino licenses deferred by Queensland government again
The Queensland state government has again deferred by six months the suspension of The Star Gold Coast’s casino license, citing […]
Read summary →Indiana Regulators Deny NCAA Request To End Pre-Game College Player Props
The Indiana Gaming Commission unanimously denied a request from the NCAA to end betting on pre-game college player props at Thursday’s meeting. The NCAA made the request out of concern for...
Read summary →MA Regulators To Review Operator AI Use After DraftKings Report
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission plans to review how its licensed sports betting operators use artificial intelligence and machine learning, starting with DraftKings, after a New York Times...
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Entidades do setor de apostas pedem mais fiscalização e não a proibição da atividade
Manifesto "Nós apostamos no Brasil" defende que vedar as operações legais empurraria o mercado para a ilegalidade, prejudicando a arrecadação e a proteção de jogadores. Medida vai gerar desemprego, além de enviar sinal negativo a investidores no Brasil; confira The post Entidades do setor de apostas pedem mais fiscali…
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ANJL advierte sobre el impacto de una eventual prohibición del juego online legal en Brasil
Un estudio técnico de la Asociación Nacional de Juegos y Loterías estima que la participación de plataformas clandestinas podría pasar del 41% al 82% si los operadores autorizados dejan de ofrecer juegos de casino online. La posible prohibición de los juegos de casino online para las casas de apuestas legalizadas en B…
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Dutch MPs Push For Illegal-Operator Blacklist and DNS blocks, Clash Over Tax Cuts and Prediction Markets
Dutch lawmakers spent most of Wednesday debating a series of gambling motions, with most of the proposals focused on tackling illegal operators. Over eight motions were tabled, ranging from building a public blacklist to introducing DNS blocks, while others touched on tax rates and the legal status of prediction marke…
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BGaming Takes a Fan Favorite Franchise to the Next Level in Bonanza Billion Merge Up+
BGaming is taking its Bonanza Billion franchise to the next level with Bonanza Billion Merge Up+. This new game is a fresh take on the fruit slot genre, offering crisp graphics backed by engaging mechanics. Bonanza Billion Merge Up+ Metrics The Beloved Bonanza Billion Setting Is Back BGaming’s latest title continues t…
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Anjouan Gaming Regulator Responds to FATF Risk Report With Stricter Licensing Rules
Anjouan’s gaming regulator has moved quickly to tighten its licensing framework after the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) published its latest report on the risks of gaming and gambling. In a LinkedIn post last Friday, the regulator said: “FATF’s newly published ‘Risks of Gaming and Gambling’ report reinforces the …
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Expectations exceeded in Finland with 75 licensing applications
There were 50 applications at last count in June, while insiders previously predicted the issue of somewhere between 40 and 60 licences The post Expectations exceeded in Finland with 75 licensing applications appeared first on NEXT.io.
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AtlasIntel Survey Finds 75% Support Ban on Online Betting in Brazil
The government has been considering a provisional measure that could impose major new restrictions on the regulated market, while a new survey from AtlasIntel/Bloomberg indicates that 75% of Brazilian adults back the ban on online betting. The survey included 5,015 adults from September 17-22 and has a margin of error…
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Australia’s VGCCC Fines Tabcorp for Customer Security Failures
Australia’s Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has fined Tabcorp, the country’s largest gambling company, AUD 350,000 (about $256,000) because it failed to implement mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) controls. Tabcorp Hit With Fine According to the VGCCC, between 30 January and 23 June 2…
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GCI Appoints Former UKGC Executive Director Tim Miller as Strategic Adviser
Gaming Compliance International (GCI), a leader in gaming compliance, advertising, and media content monitoring, has appointed former United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC) executive director Tim Miller as strategic advisor. Miller will bring an independent regulatory perspective, thanks to his GamReg Consulting, t…
Read summary →Gov’t moves to ban betting firms from offering Powerball UK bets
It looks highly likely that British betting firms will be banned from taking bets on the newly launched Powerball lottery format under new government proposals. The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has proposed the ban, seeking to line Powerball UK up with other National Lottery products. It has…
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Pennsylvania: Gaming regulators fine MGM Resorts, CountR GmbH
MGM Resorts International and CountR GmbH combined will pay more than $100,000 in fines after Pennsylvania gaming regulators approved two consent agreements. MGM was fined $50,250 for its failure to timely file a principal licensing application. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board did not identify the employee who f…
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Germany’s Gambling Regulator Urges Faster, Flexible Rules as Channelization Rate Hits 77%
Germany’s Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States (GGL) has marked its fifth anniversary by calling for regulation that can adapt more quickly to a fast‑moving online gambling market. Since its launch in 2021, the authority has grown into a nationwide body with around 100 employees overseeing 129 licensed opera…
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Yamile Gutiérrez: “Los operadores deberán adaptarse al nuevo marco regulatorio”
Tras la aprobación en el Congreso del proyecto de ley que regula los juegos de azar en la República Dominicana, los operadores del sector deben iniciar un proceso de transformación […]
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Massachusetts: Norwood Player Purchases Ticket Worth $5M, Springfield Player Wins $1M
The Massachusetts Lottery announced that a ticket worth $5 million has been sold in Norwood. That was followed by a $1 million win in Springfield the day after. Norwood Player Won $5M The Massachusetts Lottery confirmed the first win on September 22. According to the announcement, a player in Norwood has just won a to…
Read summary →Tabcorp Fined €216,374 Over MFA Failures
Regulatory Scrutiny Of Wagering Security In Victoria Tabcorp faces a €216,374 fine in Victoria after the state regulator found failures in… The post Tabcorp Fined €216,374 Over MFA Failures appeared first on iGaming Express.
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BGC warns UK gambling ad ban could weaken consumer protection
CEO cites Italy, Netherlands examples Grainne Hurst, CEO of the BGC.
Read summary →Curaçao Leak Shows Stake License Was Granted Before Ownership Questions Were Resolved
Stake is one of crypto gambling’s biggest names, but leaked Curaçao records show regulators issued its operator a license while they still had questions about who really owned the company. Leaked Curaçao Gaming Authority records show that Medium Rare N.V., the Curaçao-based company behind Stake, was granted a gambling…
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VIDEO INTERVIEW: How Tangam is shaping gaming operations at Delaware North
CDC Gaming speaks with Michael Carruthers, Corporate Vice President of Gaming Operations at Delaware North, about how Tangam is changing the way its teams evaluate and manage casino floors. 🔷 Faster Floor Decisions: Hear how Delaware North is using Tangam’s SODA platform to move beyond subjective reporting and make q…
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Labour, Tories and Greens trade barbs on gambling policies
A Conservative Party proposal which would prevent benefits claimants from spending welfare payments on gambling, alcohol and cigarettes has been labelled as “unworkable” by the Labour Party. The plan has been constructed in an attempt to reduce the UK’s welfare bill and would involve around 350,000 people who claim Un…
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Victoria Regulator Fines Tabcorp A$350k Over Security Failures
Tabcorp has been fined A$350,000 in Victoria after the state regulator found the company failed to put in place mandatory multi‑factor authentication (MFA) controls on customer wagering accounts. The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) said Tabcorp did not comply with four technical standards betw…
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RGC and iGaming Ontario Boost RG Efforts in Province, Target Campuses
iGaming Ontario (iGO) and the Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) have expanded the latter’s gambling harm education program, which will now apply to 40 more campuses. The campaign specifically targets college-age students in Ontario, Canada, in a bid to strengthen safeguards against gambling-related harm at a time of …
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Chile orders ISPs to block 37 more betting domains
Chile’s telecoms regulator has instructed six internet service providers to block 37 additional domains, subdomains and mirror sites connected to online betting and gambling platforms under a court-backed DNS-blocking process. The Subsecretaría de Telecomunicaciones (Subtel) said on 21 September that it had notified E…
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Former UKGC Executive Director Tim Miller to speak, chair and judge at Regulating the Game 2027
Sydney conference set for March 8-10, 2027
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VGCCC hits Tabcorp with AU$350,000 fine for multi-factor authentication shortcomings
Australian racing and wagering firm Tabcorp has been hit with a AU$350,000 (US$246,000) fine in Victoria for “not implementing mandatory […]
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HIPTHER, International Masters of Gaming Law formalize partnership ahead of Warsaw Summit 2026
27–28 October
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GAT Expo Bogotá to gather gaming operators, suppliers, and regulators to analyze opportunities ahead of 2027
To take place October 15 José Aníbal Aguirre, GAT Events CEO, during the 2025 edition's ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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Six Arrested in Relation to Illegal Gambling in Texas
A total of six people were arrested on Wednesday, September 23, after Bexar County Sheriff’s deputies carried out a search warrant at a home. The home, located in Far Southeast Bexar County, resulted in the apprehension of the six suspects, booked on charges of illegal gambling. The deputies were able to seize motherb…
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Dutch gambling regulator warns operators over barriers to closing player accounts
Licensed gambling companies in the Netherlands have been making it unnecessarily difficult for some customers to shut down their accounts, prompting the country’s regulator to spell out how operators are expected to handle players who want to leave. The Dutch Gambling Authority, the Kansspelautoriteit, published new g…
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Over £20,000 seized in another UK illegal gambling operation
PC Nial Vivian of Manchester’s City Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team described the operation as a co‑ordinated and intelligence-led effort.
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Andrew Lyman rejects ‘terminal decline’ view of Gibraltar job cuts
The Commissioner says operators are cutting costs for reasons beyond UK tax, and that Gibraltar remains an attractive… The post Andrew Lyman rejects ‘terminal decline’ view of Gibraltar job cuts appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
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Defeating latest UK tax raid threat ‘requires industry unity’
A lawyer at one of the UK’s largest law firms specialising in gambling licensing has urged gambling trade bodies to be more cohesive in lobbying and communications amid a fresh debate around tax rates. Richard Bradley, Gambling Lead Solicitor at Poppleston Allen, has advised organisations such as the Betting and Gamin…
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RiskCherry takes global coverage to 24 iGaming markets after adding five regulated regions in three months
The latest addition to RiskCherry’s roster is Santa Fe in Argentina RiskCherry, a Malta-based independent test lab specialising in online casino games, has secured regulatory approvals in five new jurisdictions in just three months, taking its coverage to 24 regulated markets worldwide. The latest addition to RiskCher…
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Aristocrat Interactive licenses Buffalo and Mo’ Mummy brands to gaming realms
Partnership brings two iconic Aristocrat brands to the Slingo format Aristocrat Interactive has entered a new licensing agreement with Gaming Realms that will allow the development of Slingo versions of two of Aristocrat’s most popular game brands, Buffalo and Mo’ Mummy. “We’re excited to collaborate with Gaming Realm…
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Tabcorp fined A$350k over customer security failings in Victoria
Tabcorp failed to implement mandatory multi-factor authentication controls to help protect customer accounts The post Tabcorp fined A$350k over customer security failings in Victoria appeared first on NEXT.io.
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