Category: News

Overview of the Las Vegas Tax Hearing Nevada Representative Dina Titus is set to present her bipartisan FAIR Bet Act at an upcoming hearing held by the House Ways and Means Committee. This field hearing will take place in Las Vegas and aims to discuss the recent tax reforms supported by former President Trump. Details […]

Industry Voices Warning Against Complete Online Gambling Ban in the Philippines Representatives from the gambling sector have urged the Philippine government to reconsider any plans for a full ban on online gambling. They emphasize that while the industry has much at stake, the broader economic consequences of such a ban could be severe. Impact on […]

Hard Rock Plans Entry into the UAE Market The iconic Hard Rock hotel brand is preparing to make its first appearance in the United Arab Emirates through a new partnership between db Group and RAK Hospitality Holding. This collaboration will bring a vibrant mixed-use development to Ras Al Khaimah’s scenic beach area. Details of the […]

Unexpected Development in PlayUp and Laila Mintas Legal Dispute The ongoing legal conflict between former PlayUp US CEO Dr. Laila Mintas and the Australian gambling company took a surprising twist recently. A federal court in Nevada has ordered a forensic examination of digital records belonging to PlayUp Global CEO Daniel Simic amid allegations of intentional […]

Introduction to Customer Restrictions in UK Betting Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), recently initiated a thorough investigation into the practices employed by betting companies in limiting customer activities through commercial restrictions. These practices have sparked considerable debate concerning their fairness, transparency, and the limits of regulatory oversight within the UK’s […]

Overview of the Incident A man from Minnesota was recently sentenced to prison for orchestrating a robbery involving a casino patron in 2023. Although he did not directly commit the robbery, authorities identified him as the key planner behind the crime. The Casino Robbery Attack In December 2023, a 68-year-old casino winner, whose identity remains […]

Background of the California Tribes’ Lawsuit Three Native American tribes in California have united to take legal action against prominent prediction market operators Kalshi and Robinhood. These tribes claim that the emerging prediction markets violate state gambling laws and threaten their economic interests and tribal sovereignty. The Tribes Involved and Their Concerns The Blue Lake […]

Botswana’s Gambling Authority Unveils Key Findings on Problem Gambling The Gambling Authority of Botswana has recently released a comprehensive national study focused on excessive and problem gambling. The study highlights that adults between the ages of 21 and 35 are especially at risk of experiencing gambling-related issues. Trends in Botswana’s Gambling Landscape Commissioned by the […]

Former EY Partner Raises Concerns Over Involvement with Gambling Firms Linked to Crime Joe Howie, a former partner who dedicated 35 years to Ernst & Young (EY), has come forward with serious allegations. He claims that EY knowingly provided audit and compliance services to gambling clients suspected of having ties to international organized crime, including […]

Hong Kong Weighs Basketball Betting Legalization Hong Kong is considering broadening its legal gambling landscape by possibly introducing basketball betting, an addition to the tightly regulated market. This move aims to address the high demand for basketball wagering while maintaining strict control over the gambling environment. Current Gambling Landscape in Hong Kong The region has […]