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Congressional Setback for Dina Titus on Gambling Tax Reform Congresswoman Dina Titus from Nevada has encountered a significant roadblock in her efforts to amend a controversial gambling tax regulation. Recently, the House Rules Committee opted not to advance her proposed legislation, the Fair Accounting for Income Realized from Betting Earnings Taxation (FAIR Bet) Act, as […]

Introduction Saad Ur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, a well-known Pakistani YouTuber, has been implicated by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) for reportedly promoting deceptive gambling advertisements and platforms. Legal Charges and Detainment Rehman faces multiple accusations, including charges related to electronic fraud and forgery under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, […]

India Enacts Ban on Real-Money Online Gaming In August, the Indian government passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, which effectively halted the thriving real-money online gaming industry. This move marked a significant shift in the country’s approach to online gaming, which until then had allowed skill-based games to operate under legal […]

AB 831 Moves Forward in California Legislature The controversial AB 831 bill has successfully passed the California Senate, despite strong opposition from tribal groups and businesses in the sweepstakes gaming sector. Although it still requires several more approvals before becoming law, those against the bill are already preparing for its potential impact. Understanding AB 831 […]

Louisiana Revenue Department Targets Sweepstakes Operators VGW and MW Services The Louisiana Department of Revenue has initiated legal proceedings against two major sweepstakes companies, VGW and MW Services, demanding payment of back taxes. Both companies, known for operating sweepstakes-based platforms, are now being held accountable for substantial unpaid tax liabilities. Legal Authorization Enables Tax Recovery […]

Ukraine’s Strengthened Regulations Against Illegal Gambling Amid ongoing conflict from the eastern regions, Ukraine is intensifying its crackdown on unlawful gambling activities. The country has overhauled its regulatory body by dissolving the former authority, KRAIL, and establishing a new agency called PlayCity to enforce gambling laws more effectively. PlayCity Targets Illegal Gambling Promotion on Social […]

Resorts World Las Vegas is enhancing its legal department by welcoming two seasoned professionals, reflecting its commitment to solidifying operations as the city’s hospitality sector experiences a slowdown. Introducing Two Esteemed Legal Leaders The recent appointments include Lou Dorn as Chief Legal Officer and corporate secretary, along with Elizabeth Tranchina joining as general counsel. Both […]

Remarkable Jackpot Win at The LINQ Hotel A fortunate member of Caesars Rewards from Iowa hit an astonishing jackpot of $937,040 while playing Face Up Pai Gow poker at The LINQ Hotel on Saturday, August 30, 2025. The incredible win was achieved by obtaining a rare seven-card straight flush. A Birthday Celebration Turned Legendary Known […]

PredictIt Receives Regulated Exchange and Clearinghouse Approval The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially approved PredictIt to function as a regulated derivatives exchange and clearinghouse. This significant development marks the conclusion of years of regulatory challenges for the platform and sets the stage for its next phase of growth. New Dual Licenses Enable PredictIt […]

Four Northern California tribes have recently stepped up their opposition to a proposed legislative measure known as Assembly Bill 831. On September 8, these tribes held a protest at the State Capitol to warn lawmakers that the bill could worsen economic disparities among tribal communities. Smaller Tribes Warn That Sweepstakes Ban Could Cut Vital Income […]